2 Corinthians 5, All appear before the judgment seat of Christ

2 Corinthians 5

2 Corinthians 5:1 For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.

Know = The Words for "Know", "Knowledge", etc. to know (intuitively) without effort, to understand.
Earthly = John 3:12 If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you of heavenly things?
13 And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven.
Where did you come from?
You were in heaven, before you were born of woman.
This tabernacle = the tent = earthly house is a tent
2 Corinthians 5:4 For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.
5 Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.
6 Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord:
1 Corinthians 4:11 Even unto this present hour we both hunger, and thirst, and are naked, and are buffeted, and have no certain dwelling place;
12 And labour, working with our own hands: being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we suffer it:
13 Being defamed, we intreat: we are made as the filth of the world, and are the off scouring of all things unto this day.
Building = 1 Corinthians 3:9 For we are labourers together with God: ye are God's husbandry, ye are God's building.
10 According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise master builder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth thereon. But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon.
11 For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.
12 Now if any man build upon this foundation gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble;
13 Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is.
Fire = Holy Spirit can comfort you = or God can bring wrath to correct the evil things of this world. (Acts 2) (2 Peter 3)
Temple = Mark 14:58 We heard him say, I will destroy this temple that is made with hands, and within three days I will build another made without hands.
59 But neither so did their witness agree together.
60 And the high priest stood up in the midst, and asked Jesus, saying, Answerest thou nothing? what is it which these witness against thee?
Eternal = "Everlasting", "Eternal", "For Ever", etc.. "eternity" in Isa 57:15; "evermore" in Ps 132:12; "of old" in Job 20:4; and "perpetually" in Amos 1:11.
Isaiah 57:15 For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
Psalms 132:12 If thy children will keep my covenant and my testimony that I shall teach them, their children shall also sit upon thy throne for evermore.
Job 20:4 Knowest thou not this of old, since man was placed upon earth,
5 That the triumphing of the wicked is short, and the joy of the hypocrite but for a moment?
6 Though his excellency mount up to the heavens, and his head reach unto the clouds;
Amos 1:11 Thus saith the Lord; For three transgressions of Edom, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because he did pursue his brother with the sword, and did cast off all pity, and his anger did tear perpetually, and he kept his wrath for ever:
Heaven = Matthew 6:9 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

2 For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven:

Groan = Romans 8:23 And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the first fruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.
The first fruits, or the elect.
What Paul is saying here is, that even the elect as we are placed in this flesh body to accomplish the plan of God.
And bring about His purpose, even we look forward to this day when we will be removed from this dispensation.
And released from the political system which is the (first beast) mentioned in Revelation 13.
Clothed upon = Verse 4 For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.

3 If so be that being clothed we shall not be found naked.

Being clothed = 1 Corinthians 15:53 For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality.
54 So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory.
Job 10:11 Thou hast clothed me with skin and flesh, and hast fenced me with bones and sinews.
12 Thou hast granted me life and favour, and thy visitation hath preserved my spirit.
13 And these things hast thou hid in thine heart: I know that this is with thee.
14 If I sin, then thou markest me, and thou wilt not acquit me from mine iniquity.
15 If I be wicked, woe unto me; and if I be righteous, yet will I not lift up my head. I am full of confusion; therefore see thou mine affliction;

4 For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.

Would = desire to
Unclothed = took off
Mark 15:20 And when they had mocked him, they took off the purple from him, and put his own clothes on him, and led him out to crucify him.
Mortality = The mortal (thing) = you're born with a mortal soul (Bible study Body and Soul)
Romans 6:1 What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound?
Roman 5:21 That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord.
Shall we continue this then, so more and more goodness may come from God?
Remember, earlier they had slanderously accused him teaching of this.
Swallowed up = 1 Corinthians 15:54 So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory.
Life the Life = The Synonymous Words for "Life" life in all its manifestations; from the life of God down to the lowest vegetable. It is life in activity, and thus especially is the opposite of death. It involves resurrection life and eternal life; and hence, as such, is the "gift of God"

5 Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.

Wrought = 2 Corinthians 4:17 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;
18 While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.
Earnest = 2 Corintians 1:22 Who hath also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.
23 Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth.

6 Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord:

Always = for ever and ever
Daniel 2:20 Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his:
At home = present
Absent = which means off, or away from
2 Corinthians 5:8 We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.
To be absent from this flesh body, is to be present with the Lord
Willing = well pleased

9 Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.

7 For we walk by faith, not by sight:

8 We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

To be absent from this flesh body, is to be present with the Lord
Present = as "at home"
Verse 6 Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord:
Willing = well pleased
Roman 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
Practice what you preach, or act in accordance with your belief.
1 Corinthians 1:21 For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.

9 Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.

Whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him
Labour = are ambitious = also
Accepted = well pleasing
Roman 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
Practice what you preach, or act in accordance with your belief.

10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.

Before = in the present of
Matthew 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Judgment seat = judgment seat of Christ
Roman 14:10 But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ.
Every = each
In = by means
Verse 1 For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.
According to = With the Accusative
Acts 6:1 And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.
Done = practiced
Bad = John 3:20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.
21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
Appear = be manifested
The Words for "Appear", "Appearing", to cause to be manifested or shown plainly and clearly; used of causing that to be seen (or known) which would not otherwise have been cognizable by the unaided eye (or mind).
Matthew 27:53 And came out of the graves after his resurrection, and went into the holy city, and appeared unto many.
John 14:21 He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him.
Hebrews 9:24 For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, which are the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us:
All appear before the judgment seat of Christ
How are you judged?
According to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad
The only thing you can take with you, Is your works
The false pastors of today teach, that the rich can not enter heaven, this is a lie.
God said, it wrong to think of money of this world.
What did God said, All appear before Him and He does the judging, by what he has done, meaning your WORKS.
If you work and earn your money the honest way, there is nothing wrong with having money.
Many people are rich, they have compassion, they help the poor, support their community and feed the poor.
It's the evil people, that needs to know that, the lake of fire is real.
Think of your riches of being blessed of God not money
Revelation 3:18 I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich; and white raiment, that thou mayest be clothed, and that the shame of thy nakedness do not appear; and anoint thine eyes with eye salve, that thou mayest see.
19 As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.
20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
21 To him that over cometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne.
Notice, He at the door, but you have to be the one that ask to come in.
If you are thinking of money only, this is wrong = love of money
1 Tim 6:9 But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.
10 For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
11 But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.
1 Tim 6:17 Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not high minded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;
18 That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;
19 Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.

11 Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; but we are made manifest unto God; and I trust also are made manifest in your consciences.

Terror = NT:5401 from a primary phebomai (to be put in fear); alarm or fright: be afraid, exceedingly, fear, terror.
Acts 9:31 Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, were multiplied.
Isaiah 11:2 And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord;
Fear = Is to love Him
Trust = hope
Also = to follow "manifest"

12 For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart.

To glory = of boasting
Roman 4:2 For if Abraham were justified by works, he hath whereof to glory; but not before God.
Abraham's good works were glorious, but not necessarily in God's viewpoint.
We have try to do what's right, we've lied to you
On our behalf = on behalf of us
To answer = towards, or against
Glory = boast
Roman 2:17 Behold, thou art called a Jew, and restest in the law, and makest thy boast of God,
Or, call yourself a Judean and even boast of resting in the law.

13 For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause.

We be sober = be of sound mind
Mark 5:15 And they come to Jesus, and see him that was possessed with the devil, and had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid.
For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.
Take a sane and honest view of yourself regarding the gifts God has given you.
Beside ourselves = amazed
Acts 2:7 And they were all amazed and marveled, saying one to another, Behold, are not all these which speak Galileans?
Whether = If putting the condition simply. The Various Conditions Conveyed by Its Use. Followed by the Indicative Mood, the hypothesis is assumed as an actual fact, the condition being unfulfilled, but no doubt being thrown upon the supposition.
1 Corinthians 15:16 For if the dead rise not, then is not Christ raised:
17 And if Christ be not raised, your faith is vain; ye are yet in your sins.
18 Then they also which are fallen asleep in Christ are perished.
19 If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable.
20 But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first fruits of them that slept.

14 For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead:

He died for us, Once you have ask forgiven, it's wiped clear
It's man that doesn't forgive your sins
Because = judging this
The love of Christ constraineth us = God's love gather us together = through the Holy Spirit

15 And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again.

Christ has the power to forgive your sins
Don't let man tell you, he or his church has to forgive you

16 Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more.

After someone has come into the Lord and ask for forgiveness, he is a new creature
A new creature = a new creation
Matthew 9:17 Neither do men put new wine into old bottles: else the bottles break, and the wine runneth out, and the bottles perish: but they put new wine into new bottles, and both are preserved.

17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.

After someone has come into the Lord and ask for forgiveness, he is a new creature
Don't forgive his verse, once you ask God for forgiven, you come to be new creature
All sins are forgiven
A new creature = a new creation
Matthew 9:17 Neither do men put new wine into old bottles: else the bottles break, and the wine runneth out, and the bottles perish: but they put new wine into new bottles, and both are preserved.
Old = ancient
All things = they
1 Corinthians 8:6 But to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him.

18 And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

All things = 1 Corinthians 8:6 But to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him.
Christ can forgive you your sins, not man
Don't let a man say, he needs to forgive you

19 To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.

Isaiah 43:25 I, even I, am he that blotteth out thy transgressions for mine own sake, and will not remember thy sins.
26 Put me in remembrance: let us plead together: declare thou, that thou mayest be justified.
1 John 4:10 Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.
11 Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.
2 Corinthians 5:18 And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;
19 To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
Matthew 1:23 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.
24 Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:
Romans 3:24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:
25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
He didn't said, it's okay to let a murderers free or someone that has rape a woman
We are to obey the law.
Romans 13:10 Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.
1 Tim 1:9 Knowing this, that the law is not made for a righteous man, but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and for sinners, for unholy and profane, for murderers of fathers and murderers of mothers, for manslayers,

20 Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.

21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.

Righteous = Is to do what's right