In Matthew 28:18, Jesus says that “all authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me”. These words are not often discussed, but when they are, they are seen through the lens of realized eschatology as if Jesus’ reign and judgment has begun. However, the apostles offer direct commentary on Jesus’ words and understand them in a Jewish apocalyptic framework, affirming Jesus as the one who will judge the living and the dead at the Day of the Lord.
Here are the scriptures I mentioned:
Matthew 28:18-20
Acts 10:39-40
John 5:27-29
Psalm 110
Acts 17:30-31