2 Timothy 4:1-2 I charge you therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom;… I. THE MANNER. 1. In mystery. 2. In glory. 3. With universality. II. THE PURPOSE. 1. To reveal the true judgment of righteousness. 2. To proclaim open verdict on probationers. 3. To ensure an effectual separation of character. III. THE RESULTS. 1. The vindication of righteousness. 2. The triumph of love. (U. R. Thomas.) Parallel Verses KJV: I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; |