Likewise also the good works of some are manifest
beforehand; and they that are otherwise cannot be hid.
Let us also remember that some people’s good works are made clear and
plain before the eyes of others before their death and that those whose good
works are not evident to others before their death will not be able to hide
their good works from the Lord who has seen them and will reward them at the
feet of Christ. It is also important to note, that just as there are degrees of
punishment in Hell according on a one’s transgression of the Law, likewise
there are degrees of reward according to one’s good deeds done with a heart of
charity. However, this distinction remains about those who gain rewards from
Christ—they pale in comparison to the prize of everlasting fellowship with the
Savior!
1 Tim 5:25 (KJV)
