The Second Coming of Jesus Christ: Who Will Know? (part four)

 

Many people ask, how many people will see Jesus when He returns? Christ’s second coming will be bright, loud and glorious. This event cannot be hidden, every human on planet earth will see Jesus. He will come back personally and literally. Revelation 1:7 says, “Behold, He is coming with clouds, and every eye will see Him.” There will not be a person on earth who is unaware of Jesus’ return. Jesus Himself describes the manner of His coming. Matthew 24:27 states that the return of Christ will be like the brightness of lightning illuminating the entire sky from the east to the west. Verses 30 and 31 of the same chapter describe Jesus coming with power and great glory and with the sound of a great trumpet, that awakens the righteous dead who are then gathered from the ends of the earth. Learn more about Jesus coming back as a thief in the night. 

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8 And when he had opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven about the space of half an hour.

2 And I saw the seven angels which stood before God; and to them were given seven trumpets.

3 And another angel came and stood at the altar, having a golden censer; and there was given unto him much incense, that he should offer it with the prayers of all saints upon the golden altar which was before the throne.

4 And the smoke of the incense, which came with the prayers of the saints, ascended up before God out of the angel's hand.

5 And the angel took the censer, and filled it with fire of the altar, and cast it into the earth: and there were voices, and thunderings, and lightnings, and an earthquake.

6 And the seven angels which had the seven trumpets prepared themselves to sound. Revelation 8:1-6

Revelation 8:1-6 marks the transition from the opening of the seventh seal to the sounding of the seven trumpets, highlighting God’s attentive silence, the prayers of the saints, and the preparation for divine judgment.

Verse 1: Silence in Heaven

When the Lamb opens the seventh seal, there is silence in heaven for about half an hour. This pause is significant, symbolizing a moment of awe and solemnity before God’s judgments unfold. It reflects both a “breathing space” for the prayers of the saints and a sober anticipation of the coming trumpet judgments, emphasizing God’s attentiveness to His people (Revelation 8:1) and the gravity of the events about to occur Enduring Word+3.

Verses 2-3: The Seven Angels and the Golden Censer

John sees seven angels standing before God, each given a trumpet. In Jewish tradition, these angels are messengers who announce God’s actions, and the trumpets symbolize divine warnings or calls to action, often associated with war or judgment Enduring Word+2. Another angel appears with a golden censer, filled with incense to offer alongside the prayers of all the saints. This imagery shows that the prayers of God’s people are precious, ascending to God and mingled with incense, representing their acceptance and the divine attention given to them (Revelation 8:2-3), biblestudycourses.org+2.

Verse 4: Prayers Ascend to God

The smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, rises before God. This visual assures believers that their prayers are heard and valued, reinforcing the connection between human intercession and God’s sovereign plan. It also foreshadows that God’s judgments will respond to the prayers of His people (Revelation 8:4), biblestudycourses.org+2.

Verse 5: Fire from the Altar

The angel then takes fire from the altar and throws it to the earth, accompanied by thunder, lightning, and an earthquake. This act symbolizes the initiation of God’s judgment on the earth, showing that divine response follows the prayers of the saints. The imagery conveys both the power and the seriousness of God’s intervention in human history (Revelation 8:5), biblestudycourses.org+2.

Verse 6: Preparation for the Trumpets

Finally, the seven angels prepare to sound their trumpets, signaling the start of the next series of judgments. Trumpets in Israelite tradition were used to call assemblies, warn of war, or announce significant events. Here, they serve as God’s public announcement system, alerting humanity to the impending calamities and the unfolding of His plan (Revelation 8:6), Enduring Word+2.

Summary

Revelation 8:1-6 serves as a transition passage between the seals and the trumpets. It emphasizes:

• The solemnity and attentiveness of God (silence in heaven)
• The importance of prayer and its acceptance before God (incense and prayers of the saints)
• The initiation of divine judgment in response to human intercession (fire from the altar)
• The preparation for the trumpet judgments, which will bring widespread calamity as part of God’s sovereign plan Enduring Word+3.
  This passage encourages believers to trust in God’s sovereignty, recognize the power of prayer, and understand that divine judgment is both purposeful and just.

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For believers, this day will be so exciting! Imagine it! I know there are days that we pray for Jesus to hasten that day. 

For non-believers, it won't be so great for them! We must keep praying. We must keep telling others!

For that day will bring with it Jesus but also both great joy and great
sorrow. 

Have mercy on us, Lord Jesus

Thanks for coming by today, Friends.

Have a blessed day!

The Second Coming of Jesus Christ: Why is it taking so long? (part three)

 

Why is Jesus taking so long to come back?

Jesus is patiently waiting to come back, because He is giving humanity as much time as possible to choose and follow Him. Jesus wants as many people as possible to repent and return to heaven with Him. 2 Peter 3:8-9 says, “But, beloved, do not forget this one thing, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is long suffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.”

9 After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands;

10 And cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb.

11 And all the angels stood round about the throne, and about the elders and the four beasts, and fell before the throne on their faces, and worshipped God,

12 Saying, Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen. Revelation 7:9-12

13 And one of the elders answered, saying unto me, What are these which are arrayed in white robes? and whence came they?

14 And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.

15 Therefore are they before the throne of God, and serve him day and night in his temple: and he that sitteth on the throne shall dwell among them.

16 They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat.

17 For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes. Revelation 7:9-17

Revelation 7:9-17 depicts the ultimate redemption and unity of God’s people, showing a diverse multitude worshiping the Lamb and receiving eternal comfort and protection.

Vision of the Multitude

In this passage, John sees a great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language, standing before the throne of God and the Lamb, symbolizing the universality of God’s salvation and the inclusivity of His kingdom (Revelation 7:9) godsbless.ing+1. The white robes they wear represent purity and righteousness, achieved through the blood of the Lamb, indicating that salvation is granted through Christ’s sacrifice (Revelation 7:14) godsbless.ing+1. Palm branches in their hands may allude to victory, worship, and the Feast of Tabernacles, connecting the scene to God’s covenantal promises (Revelation 7:9-10) Working Preacher from Luther Seminary.

Worship and Praise

The multitude cries out, “Salvation belongs to our God and to the Lamb”, joined by angels and elders in worship (Revelation 7:10-12) Bible Study Tools. This emphasizes that worship is central to the heavenly experience and reflects the acknowledgment of God’s sovereignty, power, and eternal glory (Revelation 7:12) Bible Hub. The scene portrays a joyful, harmonious gathering where all believers, regardless of background, unite in praise, highlighting the theme of unity in diversity (Revelation 7:9) Bible Hub.

Comfort and Eternal Security

The passage promises that those who have endured great tribulation are now sheltered by God’s presence, serving Him continually in His temple (Revelation 7:15) godsbless.ing+1. They will never hunger or thirst, and the Lamb will shepherd them to springs of living water, symbolizing spiritual sustenance and eternal life (Revelation 7:16-17) godsbless.ing+1. God will wipe away every tear, signifying the end of suffering, mourning, and pain, and the fulfillment of His ultimate victory over death and sin (Revelation 7:17) GotQuestions.org.

Theological Significance

This passage serves as a “salvation interlude” in Revelation, offering hope and assurance to believers amid trials (Revelation 7:1-8 context) Working Preacher from Luther Seminary. It underscores that God’s people are protected, vindicated, and united, and it challenges Christians to embrace faith, perseverance, and reconciliation in the body of Christ (Galatians 3:28 parallels) godsbless.ing. The vision also points forward to the eternal joy and worship in God’s presence, reinforcing the promise of ultimate redemption and divine care.

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Have you ever gone through a hard time that you felt was so hard that you just wished Jesus would come back already?

I know I have, and I am sure most of you have as well.

We wonder why God would let all the wickedness go on for so long. Isn't He doing something up in Heaven? 

As we see in 2 Peter 3, there is a reason He waits. He waits because He is giving everyone a chance to repent. And that may include your loved ones and friends, and mine.

As we try to wait patiently for His coming, let us be in prayer for those that are still not ready to meet Jesus and repent of their sins. Because we don't know if they have another hour or another 100 years.

That is only for God to know and not us. 

Thanks for coming by today, Friends. Have a wonderfully blessed day in Jesus!!!

The Second Coming of Jesus Christ: When Will He Come? (part two)

 

When is Jesus coming back?

Jesus will come back soon. However, no one knows the exact time when Jesus is coming again. Mark 13:32 says, “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” Interestingly, the disciples asked Jesus the same question just before He returned to heaven. At that time, Jesus told them it was not for them to know the times or seasons which are in the Father’s authority. Therefore, Jesus may come back tomorrow, next month, next year, or 100 years from now. So, what does this mean for you and me? Always be ready for the second coming of Jesus Christ. Watch and focus on Jesus because the devil is seeking to distract mankind from understanding the signs and closeness of Jesus’ coming.

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5 Of the tribe of Juda were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Reuben were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Gad were sealed twelve thousand.

6 Of the tribe of Aser were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Nephthalim were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Manasses were sealed twelve thousand.

7 Of the tribe of Simeon were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Levi were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Issachar were sealed twelve thousand.

8 Of the tribe of Zabulon were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Joseph were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Benjamin were sealed twelve thousand. Rev 7:Like

Revelation 7:5-8 describes the sealing of 144,000 servants of God, 12,000 from each of twelve tribes of Israel, symbolizing divine protection and God’s covenant with His people.

Text Overview

Revelation 7:5-8 lists the twelve tribes of Israel and the number of individuals sealed from each:

Symbolic Meaning

• Sealed for Protection: The term “sealed” indicates divine ownership and protection. In biblical times, a seal marked authenticity and ownership, and here it signifies that these individuals are set apart for God’s purposes (Bible Hub commentary) Bible Hub.
• Representation of the Church: While the tribes are literal, many scholars interpret the 144,000 as symbolic of the faithful remnant of God’s people, encompassing both Jews and Gentiles in the universal church (Verse by Verse Commentary) versebyversecommentary.com.
• Tribal Significance: Judah, the tribe of Jesus and King David, is listed first, symbolizing leadership and praise. Benjamin, the youngest, is last, while Joseph represents the continuation of God’s covenant promises. Some tribes like Dan are omitted due to historical idolatry, and Ephraim is represented by Joseph (Bible Hub commentary) Bible Hub.

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Hello, Friends.

The clock is ticking for the return of Jesus Christ.

It is true.

We don't know the day, time, or hour.

But as stated above, we must be ready.

If we aren't, we will be left behind.

Do not let the devil distract you.

Or discourage you.

Or take your faith from you.

Because he will if we let him.

Stay close to Jesus.

He is the only way.

Thanks for coming by today,

and have a blessed day!