(Judgment and Blessing in the Last Days--24-27)

1. God's judgment is impartial (1-3;17-23)

When the day of judgment comes, no one can claim any human privilege--priest, people, master, servant, the king on the earth below and the powers in the heavens above (21) will all be devastated. The Lord Almighty will reign over all creation (23).

2. The earth is defiled by people (4-5)

God's judgment falls on the earth because the people have defiled the earth by their disobedience to God's word. God's people broke their covenant with God, so we can make no excuse. The earth reels like a drunkard because of the guilt of its rebellion (20). Terror and the pit await the treacherous betrayers.

3. A remnant will be spared (6-16)

God, in his mercy, will spare a remnant of his people (13). This remnant will come from east and west, and will joyfully shout his praise. God's remnant will proclaim his majesty (14-16a).

Application: Lord, by your mercy & grace grant that I may stand with your people on the day of your judgment.
One Word: God will reign over all