Imminent Return of Christ
Imminent Return of Christ4
Jesus Is Coming to Earth Again! What if It Was Today?
By Paris Reidhead0LUK 18:8ACT 1:111CO 15:502CO 5:101TH 4:16TIT 2:131JN 3:2REV 19:11REV 21:4REV 22:20Paris Reidhead emphasizes the imminent return of Jesus Christ, urging believers to live in anticipation and readiness for His coming. He outlines the significance of Christ's return, highlighting the power and love with which He will reign, the gathering of His chosen Bride, and the ultimate defeat of Satan. Reidhead challenges the congregation to reflect on their faith and readiness, asking if they would be found faithful if Christ were to return today. He encourages a life of purity and expectation, reminding them of the joy and glory that awaits the faithful at His coming.
The Imminency of the Redeemer's Return
By A.W. Pink0MAT 24:42HEB 10:37A.W. Pink emphasizes the imminent return of the Redeemer, asserting that while the exact timing of Christ's return is unknown, it is a certainty that could happen at any moment. He highlights the importance of living in constant readiness and watchfulness, as the Lord's return will be unexpected, and encourages believers to maintain their faith and vigilance. Pink argues that the anticipation of Christ's return should transform our lives, urging us to live righteously and in love, as the hope of His coming is a powerful motivator for godly living. He also addresses common misconceptions about the timing of the Second Advent, reinforcing that the early apostles shared this expectation of immediacy. Ultimately, Pink calls for a life of preparation, love, and faithfulness in light of the Redeemer's imminent return.
Even So Come Lord Jesus
By Erlo Stegen0REV 22:16Erlo Stegen emphasizes the urgency of Jesus' return in his sermon 'Even So Come Lord Jesus,' urging believers to be in harmony with the Holy Spirit and actively share the Gospel. He challenges the congregation to examine their relationship with God, warning that a lack of spiritual growth and failure to win souls may indicate a serious spiritual condition. Stegen reminds listeners that Jesus' return is imminent and encourages them to live righteously, as they are closer to His second coming than ever before. The call to 'come' is not just an invitation but a command to be ready and engaged in God's work. He concludes with a plea for personal accountability and readiness for Christ's return.
8. the Rapture of the Church
By Chuck Smith0JHN 14:1TIT 2:13Chuck Smith emphasizes the imminent return of Jesus Christ for His church, known as the Rapture, which will occur without warning before the Great Tribulation. He argues that believers should live in constant expectancy of this event, as it has significant implications for their faith and ministry. Smith clarifies misconceptions about the Rapture and the Second Coming, asserting that the church will not experience God's wrath during the Tribulation. He encourages the church to maintain a sense of urgency, purity, and hope in light of Christ's return, reminding them that they are not appointed to wrath but to salvation. Ultimately, he calls for believers to be ready and watchful, as the Rapture could happen at any moment.