“For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever.” 1 Thes 4:16-17
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, as we embark on this new day, let us fix our gaze upon the blessed promise of our Lord’s second coming and the rapture of the saints.
What a glorious and comforting truth! In moments of challenge and weariness, remember that our Saviour is returning. Take heart, for every trial is temporary, but the joy of eternity with Christ is everlasting. Picture the joyous anticipation as we eagerly await the foretold rapture. Envision the Lord descending to claim you and all His saints, a celestial reunion transcending earthly realms – a moment reserved for the faithful.
Press on, press in, never give up your hope which has great reward! -knowing that your perseverance is not in vain. Hebrews 10:36 encourages us:
“You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.”
Revelation 1:7 unfolds the grandeur of His triumphant return, marking the establishment of the millennium. This isn’t just a distant event; it’s on the precipice of our existence, before the great tribulation.
The challenges we face are but a moment compared to the eternal glory awaiting us. Hold on to the hope of Christ’s return, and let it inspire you to press forward in faith, love, and good works. As we eagerly await the fulfillment of God’s promises, let us encourage one another and spur each other on in our journey of faith.
May the anticipation of Christ’s second coming fill your hearts with hope, joy, and a steadfast commitment to live for His glory. Press on in the assurance of His promises, and may your perseverance be a testimony to the glory that awaits us. God bless you on this journey of faith. Amen.
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