Rewards for Believers in Jesus Christ

Most, if not all, of us are incentive-driven. This is one of the reasons why capitalism is one of the best economic systems out there and provides a high standard of living for society as a whole, especially compared to a system like socialism. In addition to following and believing in God out of love, why else should someone live a Christian life in a world that persecutes Christians and is largely intolerant of the truth?

In other words, this fundamental question comes to mind: What are the ultimate rewards of being a believer in Jesus Christ in a world that is opposed to Christianity?

To be a believer, we need to do the following two things:

Acknowledge that Jesus Christ died for us and accept Him as our personal savior (Romans 10:9). And, live as a “born again” individual (John 3:3).

David Jeremiah wrote the following in his book, People Are Asking…Is This the End?: Signs of God’s Providence in a Disturbing New World:

What are some of the rewards promised to those who endure persecution?

• They will be avenged (Revelation 6:9-11; 16:5-7; 18:20; 19:2).
• They will be rewarded with white robes, signifying holiness and purity (6:11).
• They will be given perfect and abundant lives free of sorrow (7:14-17).
• Heaven will rejoice over them because they did not shrink from death (12:11-12).
• They will find eternal rest (14:13). 
• They will reign with Christ for 1,000 years (20:4, 6).
• They will receive the crown of eternal life (James 1:12).
• They will have no more death to fear (1 Corinthians 15:54; Revelation 20:14). (78)