Reckoning

In biblical contexts, "reckoning" often refers to an accounting or a calculation, particularly in relation to moral or spiritual consequences. The term can be seen in various passages where it signifies a weighing of actions and their outcomes. For instance, in the New Testament, Romans 14:12 states, “So then each of us will give an account of ourselves to God,” indicating a divine reckoning where individuals are held accountable for their deeds.Moreover, the Hebrew term "ḥāšab" (חָשַׁב), which is often translated as "reckon" or "account," can denote the act of considering or evaluating something. This is evident in Genesis 15:6, where Abraham "believed the LORD, and he credited it to him as righteousness." Here, God reckons Abraham's faith as righteous, illustrating how reckoning can also reflect God's grace in the context of faith and salvation. Thus, reckoning in the Bible encompasses both the idea of divine judgment and the gracious imputation of righteousness through faith.