Dictionary of Biblical Words:
These are as a rule future and in heaven as seen in Rev. 22:12, and in the parables of the talents and the pounds, although Luke 18:30 shows that oven now God will see that none who follow Him are really losers. Rewards are for faithful work, and will be awarded at the judgment seat of Christ (2 Cor. 5). Only that work which stands the fire will be rewarded (1 Cor. 3). Various things may be classed among rewards in heaven, such as “beholding God’s face” (Rev. 22:4), judging with Christ (Matt. 19:28), reigning with Christ (2. Tim. 2:12, &c.), reigning forever and ever (Rev. 22:5), crowns, incorruptible (1 Cor. 9:25) of ‘righteousness (2 Tim. 4:8), of glory (1 Peter 5:4). of life (James 1:12), shining as the stars (Dan. 12:3), entering into the joy of our Lord (Matt. 25:21), an eternal weight of glory (2 Cor. 4:17).
Strong’s Dictionary of Greek Words:
Meaning:
apparently a primary word; pay for service (literally or figuratively), good or bad
KJV Usage:
hire, reward, wages