According to 1 John 4:17 and 18, “So we will not be afraid on the day of judgment …perfect love expels all fear.’” Perfect love is a perfect knowledge of the past and a perfect vision of the future. You cannot shock God with your actions. He knows your entire story, and with clear assessment declares, You are mine. The day of judgment is circled on heaven’s calendar. We don’t know the details, but we know the day is coming.
God views Christians the way he views Christ — sinless and perfect. Hence, Christians can view judgment the way Christ does, with confidence and hope. You need never fear God’s judgment. Not today. Not on Judgment Day. Jesus, in the light of God’s glory, is speaking on your behalf. And when he does, the door of heaven opens.
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