The doctrine of the Lord’s return was passionately held and preached by the early church. During the dark ages, the doctrine faded, as did many of the other dynamic and life changing teachings of the Apostolic age. However, in the last century, particularly the doctrine of the second coming has made a very prominent resurgence into the consciousness of believers around the globe. There is a sense in which the Church is sensing Christ’s soon coming, and the Holy Spirit is impressing upon the hearts of His people to be aware, and to be ready. But how close are we really to this great and awful day?
Jesus is Coming Soon
Jesus is Coming Soon
Let’s all agree on one thing!
Although several schools of thought exist regarding the order and timing of events surrounding the second coming of Christ, all are agreed on this one thing: Jesus is coming again, and it is sooner now than ever before!
It is wise not to become too hung up on particular schools of thought. Just as the Jewish teachers of Jesus’ day rejected their Messiah because of their set beliefs about how he should present Himself to the world, so we too could easily make the same mistake concerning Christ’s second advent. Whether you are pre-trib (Jesus is coming before it all hits the fan), post trib (we going through the tribulation but all will end well) or pan-trib (don’t have a clue but know it will pan out in the end!), one thing is certain. He is coming, and soon.
What you believe is not half so important as how you live what you believe
“Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives” 2 Pet 3:11
Of course we must hold the faith once delivered to the saints. In that sense what we believe is essential. But if we fail to act on what we believe, even though it may be right, we are deceived. True convictions move the believer to action. Our lifestyle must be impacted. The primary doctrine to remember in connection with His return is simple, personal and applicable in any age, “Live right, and be ready”. When Jesus comes, will He find faith in the earth? Or more precisely, will He find faith in you? (Luke 18:8). We may not know the day or the hour, but the godly should certainly know the season and not be caught unaware (Mark 13).
