Traditional Lens Commentary: Matthew 25:31-46

## Traditional Lens Reading of Matthew 25:31-46

### Tradition-Specific Interpretation

We read this passage as a clear and sobering depiction of the final judgment, where Christ, the Son of Man, returns in glory. The separation of the sheep and the goats underscores the reality of eternal destinations: heaven for the righteous and hell for the unrighteous. This passage emphasizes the necessity of a living faith evidenced by works of mercy, aligning with the doctrine of salvation by grace through faith, which naturally results in good works. We see this as a call to active discipleship, reflecting the transformative power of the gospel in our lives.

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