2nd coming of Christ

https://odb.org/2024/06/13/expecting-jesus

When I was younger, I was afraid when I read Matthew 24, where Jesus describes His second coming like it was in the days of Noah. In essence, we will be living life as normal, and He will come in a flash, totally unexpected. I was afraid because I was struggling deep within me in some areas of my life. It was like I was giving Him my life and yet keeping some for myself. In some areas like my ambition and certain character traits, I refused to surrender to God. I wanted the liberty to do as I wished.

The other point of apprehension was that I was unsure I had done enough for God in terms of my service in ministry and showing kindness to others. I felt that I would likely be tongue-tied in explaining my life to Christ when I meet Him face to face. Have I served Him with all my heart, soul, and strength?

Now that I am older, I am also wiser. I have also known Christ much longer and deeper. Over the years, I have become what I am today in terms of character and personality, and although I still have some way to go, I have also come a long way. The signs are there that He will likely return in this generation. Regardless of when He actually returns and whether it is pre tribulation or post tribulation, we must nevertheless be prepared.

Since Christ will return as we live our lives normally, what do we actually do as we live our normal lives? Are we serving God in some capacity? Are we showing kindness to others as we live out our lives? Are we fulfilling His plans and purposes for us? The plans God had prepared for us even before we were formed in our mother’s womb? Are we doing our part in His Kingdom of Grace? Are we giving and supporting worthy causes that promote the Kingdom of God? Are we even attending church, or are we still left behind in the Covid era, still watching church services in our Pjs with a coffee mug in hand? There is a certain discipline involved in getting dressed and making the effort to attend church physically. It is part of our honouring God with our lives.

If we are still afraid to meet Christ face to face, let’s get prepared. Let’s start to get serious with God. Let’s begin to align our lives with His plans and purposes. Let’s participate actively in the work He is doing in our midst. Don’t procrastinate and delay any longer. We may cease to be part of the living, or Christ may well return tomorrow!