The Augsburg Confession: Article XVII – Christ's Return to Judgment

🕊️ Christ Will Return
Article XVII affirms that Jesus Christ will return to judge the living and the dead. This event will be the final judgment, where the righteous will be rewarded with eternal life, and the wicked will face punishment.

⚖️ Judgment of All
On the day of judgment, all the dead will be raised, and every person’s deeds will be judged by Christ. Believers will enjoy eternal life, while others will face condemnation.

🚫 Rejecting False Teachings
The article rejects false beliefs, including those of the Anabaptists, who taught an earthly utopia before the resurrection. It emphasizes a biblical view of the resurrection and final judgment.

🙏 Hope for Believers
This article brings comfort, assuring Christians that Christ's return offers hope and eternal life to the faithful. It strengthens the Christian's hope in God's promises.

🔖 Key Scripture
John 5:28-29, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, and Matthew 25:31-46 highlight the truth of Christ's return and final judgment.

🕰️ Significance Today
The article remains a powerful reminder of the hope we have in Christ’s return, urging Christians to live in anticipation of His coming.
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