"For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive the things done in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad." - 2 Corinthians 5:10
Between Rosh HaShannah and Yom Kippur are ten days.
These days are known as "Yamim Noraim", "the Days of Awe" - or also translated, the "Awesome days".
In Judaism it has been long believed that these days seal your fate for the upcoming year - and also allude to your final destiny, concerning whether your name continues to be written in the Book of Life. 
Throughout the ages, Jewish people spend the Days of Awe in great reverence - aware of the holiness and judgment of YHVH; so, repentance, reconciliation, forgiveness and a general heightening of moral conduct are emphasized.
After the holiday, for many, it's back to life as usual.
But we ought to realize ... there are nine verses in the Bible, Old, and New Testament, which clearly state that we will be judged and rewarded for our works.
(The final one is Revelation 22:12).
Salvation is by grace through faith, and all who believe have their names written in the Book of Life [Ephesians 2:5].
But our rewards will be determined solely by what we have done.
One day, when this life is over, we will all stand before the judgment seat of Messiah (Christ).
Once we breathe our last breath, we will never again be able to prepare for eternity!
These are our days of awe; not just once a year, but every single day of our life.
Our everyday deeds on earth will determine our destinies in eternity.
Each of our days - these Awesome days - should be held in awe and used to the fullest.
Use them wisely!
Get right with God, every morning.
Tie up the loose ends, forgive others their offenses, be filled with His Spirit, and walk in love.
You won't need to fear the Days of Awe, but instead look forward to a rich reward in God's Eternity.
Yes, in fact, we are ... truly we're living in the Days of Awe!
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