the standard of perfection required in the judgment should fill every believer

The doctrine of perfection of character being the prerequisite

for passing the judgment, is one which some find

discouraging. They respond with the feeling that they have no

hope of ever seeing heaven if this is the case. But this problem

fades when it is realized that perfection of character is not so

much God's requirement for us as His offer to us. He is the

One who, through the ministry of His Son, will take us and

make us perfect in every respect.

"God has made provision that we may become like unto

Him, and He will accomplish this for all who do not interpose a

perverse will and thus frustrate His grace." The Mount of

Blessing, 76.

Therefore, the standard of perfection required in the judgment

should fill every believer with inspired enthusiasm as he

sees what great things the Lord will do for him. Far from being

a message of despair, it is, though solemn, one of hope and

joy.