Why He Will Come Again!

What a meditation; to ponder some of the key reasons why our Savior came to earth, taking on a lowly birth, walking among man, and giving Himself as the ransom and sacrifice for our sins. Our Lord was then exalted and lifted to be seated at the right hand of the Father. He has gone to prepare a place for us because He wants us to be where He is! Therefore, we go through life with an upward gaze, considering the heavenly home that awaits us. That upward gaze is also for His return of which no man knows the day nor the hour. ( Matthew 24:36,42; 25:13) Just as the Scriptures state clearly why He came the first time, so also do the Scriptures tell us why He will return.

The Hebrew writer stated. . .
"(27) And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment, (28) so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, WILL APPEAR A SECOND TIME, not to deal with sin but TO SAVE THOSE WHO ARE EAGERLY WAITING FOR HIM." ( Hebrews 9:27-28 ESV)

For us who are prepared, this coming will be one met with joyous anticipation. For those unprepared, it will certainly be a fearful event. That is why God has revealed His purposes to us. His desire is for us to be prepared when the time comes to be welcomed into His glorious presence.

May we be encouraged and exhorted by the words of John where he wrote. . .
"And now, little children, ABIDE IN HIM, SO THAT WHEN HE APPEARS WE MAY HAVE CONFIDENCE AND NOT SHRINK FROM HIM IN SHAME AT HIS COMING." ( 1 John 2:28 ESV)

It is the relationship we have with our Lord now that will transcend into eternity! Let us remain faithful here so we may one day dwell eternally with Him there!

Have a great day JOYFULLY ANTICIPATING HIS DAY!
Carl

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[This focus was originally sent 12/29/1999 (Edited some with passages changed to ESV)]

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