Is it now, just as then? The story of God’s selection, judgment, and restoration began in Eden, moved through Israel, and found its ultimate purpose in Christ. We must ask: Are these ancient warnings and promises only for Israel, or do they reach into our present walk? God’s answer is clear—the process is ongoing. Just as the expulsion from Eden pointed to a divided humanity, and the covenant with Israel formed a chosen people, so now the call to faith, perseverance, and love is repeated and intensified through Christ.

Selection is both event and process. The expulsion from Eden initiated humanity’s journey between destruction and promise. Israel’s escape from Egypt, God’s covenant, and the sacrifice of Christ are markers—each a call to new beginnings. But are we simply inheritors of past destinies? No: we are invited, just as then, into the process of selection by faith and obedient response.
Baptism marks the beginning, not the end. Perseverance is required; it is not predetermined. The dividing line is our ongoing faithfulness. “We will be known by our love”—this principle does not change, and selection remains conditional on persevering in that love and spiritual transformation.

• Genesis 3:23-24 — Expulsion from Eden: start of God’s pattern.
• Exodus 19:5-6; Deuteronomy 7:6-8 — Chosen nation by covenant, not merit.
• Luke 24:44-47 — New covenant, open to all who obey.
• Galatians 3:26-29 — Faith over ancestry.

What is the dividing point—how do we understand our standing before God’s throne? We hear the “wings” and the thunderous multitude (Revelation 19:6, Ezekiel 1:22-25); but am I in the bullseye for destruction, or for salvation?
The clue is in our ongoing choices. Baptism is the beginning, not a guarantee. Perseverance, obedience, and visible love mark those who will be chosen. Selection is never arbitrary, and judgment is individual. “We will be known by our love,” and it is our ongoing faith and fruit that God judges.

• Mark 16:16, Colossians 1:21-23 — Faith and baptism must be continued in perseverance.
• James 2:17-24, Matthews 7:21-23 — Faith only endures if accompanied by spiritual fruit.
• John 15:10-14 — Obedience and love prove discipleship.

Where does our spirit lay? Is our priority worldliness and pleasure, or do we seek spiritual gifts and character? The process of selection is sure; God’s judgment will reveal our true nature. Baptism is entrance, but enduring in love and holiness is essential for salvation.

Revelation 19:6

The celebration of God’s triumph follows the destruction of evil powers. Selection and judgment are active, with the call to worship, purity, and perseverance repeated for every generation.

Jeremiah 51:48

Creation itself joins in rejoicing over God’s righteous judgment. This is not just history—it is repeated wherever God’s people are rescued and restored by their response to His call.

Ezekiel 1:22-25

The profound vision reminds us that God’s glory requires reverence. We are judged not by outward ritual, but by the response of our spirit—whether we persevere, seek spiritual gifts, and display Christ’s love.

• God’s victory is assured; our inclusion depends on faithful perseverance and authentic love.
• Prophecy is fulfilled not only in history but in every soul who endures in spiritual transformation.
• Baptism is a beginning, not a guarantee—selection follows perseverance.
• “We will be known by our love”—this is our dividing point, our marker, and our eternal hope.
• Where our spirit lays—in worldly pleasure or spiritual gifts—will determine our destiny at the last day.