30. All Professed Christians Come Into Judgment

Ford claims that “the little horn, not believers,” is the object of investigation in the judgment of Daniel 7. Again he says, “Never are the saints the focus of divine investigation” (Ford, pages 6, 355). Is it true that only the little horn is investigated in Daniel 7?QSEW 23.3

No. Without doubt the papal phase of the little horn is investigated, for the judgment deals with all the professed people of God. However, the books of record include the book of life and a book of remembrance, as well as an account of people’s sins. Malachi 3:16; Ecclesiastes 12:14; Matthew 12:36. These must all have a place in the judgment.QSEW 23.4

When Michael stands up and the judgment is finished, “at that time thy people shall be delivered, every one that shall be found written in the book.” Daniel 12:1, 2. The names of true believers remain in the book of life after the judgment is completed. All others will have their names blotted out. Revelation 3:5. Paul states, “We must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ” (2 Corinthians 5:10). Even believers will have their life records brought into judgment. This work of investigation is taught in the parable of the net (Matthew 13:47-50), and the parable of the man without a wedding garment (Matthew 22:1-14).QSEW 23.5