The Greatest Event in Heaven?

Revelation 4:9-11

Heaven’s Reward Ceremony

• Our world obsessed with awards
• Some believe rewards not biblical
• Rewards motivated early church
• Rewards a common theme in the Bible
• Psalm 58:11
• Psalm 62:12
• Matthew 5:11-12
• Revelation 22:12
• Hebrews 6:10
• Luke 18:29-30
• Mark 10:29-30

Judgment Seat of Christ “bema”

• Comes after rapture
• Salvation is not judged at this time – Ephesians 2:8-10
• Our work and service is judged at this time
• Romans 14:12
• 2 Corinthians 5:10
• I Corinthians 3:11-15

What Type Rewards are We Eligible For?

1. Victor’s Crown – I Corinthians 9:25-27

* Given to those who have lived a disciplined life for God

2. Crown of Rejoicing (soul-winners) – I Thessalonians 2:19-20

* Given to those who have led others to Christ

3. Crown of Righteousness – 2 Timothy 4:8

* Given to those who live “longing” to be with God and whose life is effected by their focus on Christ and not the world

4. Crown of Life – James 1:4; Revelation 2:10

* Given to those who endure trials, tribulations, and persecutions for the Gospel’s sake.

5. Crown of Glory – I Peter 5:1-4

* Given to pastors and ministers, and ministry leaders who give of themselves to follow God’s vision in shepherding their people

What Is Heaven’s Greatest Event?

• We will present our crowns to God as an act of love – Revelation 4:10-12
• REMEMBER THE LORD HIMSELF IS OUR CHIEF REWARD – Genesis 15:1