Christ will judge our thoughts, words, works, and omissions.
Christ's judgment will extend to every aspect of human life. Not only our outward actions, but also our thoughts, motives, words, and failures to do good will be brought into the light. The Church teaches that God sees the human heart and knows every circumstance surrounding our actions. At the Last Judgment, all truth will be revealed and God's perfect justice will be made manifest. This truth reminds Christians that discipleship is not merely about avoiding evil actions but also about cultivating purity of heart, truthful speech, charity towards others, and faithful obedience to God's will. Sins of omission, the good we failed to do when we had the opportunity, are also important in God's sight. The certainty of judgment encourages believers to examine their conscience regularly, repent of sin, and seek to live lives pleasing to God.
Following in the steps of the prophets and John the Baptist, Jesus announced the judgment of the Last Day. Then will the conduct of each one and the secrets of hearts be brought to light. The Last Judgment will reveal even to its furthest consequences the good each person has done or failed to do during his earthly life.
Ecclesiastes 12:14
For God will bring every deed into judgment, with every secret thing, whether good or evil.
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