
Episode #62
Why are the Wicked Raised Again?
A Seventh-day Adventist pastor reflects on a long-held question—why the wicked are resurrected after the thousand years if sin’s wages are death—and concludes it is to end the controversy over sin openly, fairly, and without leaving any doubt about God’s goodness. He argues God’s judgments are investigative, transparent, and evidence-based, citing biblical patterns of careful inquiry and contrasting them with the unjust trial of Jesus. The final judgment, with “the books opened,” will reveal not only what the wicked did but also everything God did to save them, leading every knee to bow and confess God’s justice. He applies this to believers today: assurance rests on Christ, God’s court is not rigged, and Christians should judge others with patience, fairness, and grace. 00:00 Anniversary and Series Return 00:23 The Big Question Raised 02:59 Gods Justice and Trust 07:11 Investigate Before Judging 10:46 Jesus Unfair Trial 12:58 Why Wicked Resurrected 14:26 Cosmic Transparency 16:20 Every Knee Will Bow 19:19 Practical Lessons Today 22:21 Judge Others Fairly 24:21 Final Assurance and Appeal 28:05 Prayer and Closing

