A Signal That Jesus’ Return Is Near

Now we beseech you, breathern,

by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ,

and by our gathering together unto Him.

-2 Thessalonians 2:1

When we think about the coming of the Lord, it should make a strong impact in our lives. It should affect the way we live, the way we think, the way we carry on in our relationships, and the way we invest our money into the Kingdom of God. It is simply a fact that Jesus is coming for His Church, and we should constantly live in the light of His coming.When we live with the awareness that Jesus is coming again, it changes our conduct and behavior. By using the greek erotao(beseech), Paul is communicating to his readers that they have a responsibility to respond to his message about Jesus’ soon return. They are to live in a Godly, upright, and holy manner as they wait for ” the coming of the Lord.”

So in the days to come, close your ears to the mockers who make fun of you for believing in Jesus’ soon return. Then open your heart to the Holy Spirit, and allow Him to make you sensitive to His voice inside of your spirit. As you are faithful to do this, you will recognize that moment when the presence of God becomes much stronger in the church, and you’ll know that moment for what it is- one of the greatest indications that Jesus’ return is upon us!

Our Confession For The Day

I confess that I am living a holy life that pleases God, a life for which I am not ashamed. I say no to sin; I crucify my flesh; and I do my very best to yield to and walk in the Spirit. I am sensitive to the Presence of God. And when the moment draws near for Jesus to come and collect His people to Himself, I will sense the growing strength of His Presence in the Church and will recognize it as a signal that God’s people will soon be leaving planet earth! I believe in Jesus’ coming; I expect it in my lifetime; and I am doing all I can to preach the Gospel to the lost so they won’t be left out when Jesus gathers the Church to Himself.

I declare this by faith in Jesus’ name!

Have a great day Saints and God bless you all!

For God’s Glory,

Pastor Tom