Devotionals

JESUS WILL COME WITH GREAT POWER

The return of Jesus Christ is one of the greatest promises in the Bible. His second coming will not be in humility as it was during His first arrival, but in great power and glory. The Bible declares in Matthew 24:30, “Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.” This event will mark the fulfillment of God’s plan for humanity, bringing judgment to the wicked and eternal reward to the righteous.

Jesus Himself assured His disciples that He would return. In John 14:3, He said, “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also.” His return is not just a distant prophecy but a certainty that every believer should anticipate. Unlike His first coming, where He was born in a manger and suffered for the sins of the world, His second coming will be in majesty, demonstrating His ultimate authority over heaven and earth.

The Bible describes the return of Christ as a sudden and powerful event. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 states, “For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air.” This moment, known as the rapture, will be a glorious gathering of God’s people to be with Him forever.

Jesus' return will also be a time of judgment. Revelation 19:11-16 describes Him as a victorious King, riding a white horse, ready to establish righteousness and defeat evil. His enemies will not be able to stand against His power, and He will reign as the King of kings and Lord of lords. The wicked will face judgment, while those who have remained faithful to Him will receive their eternal reward.

As we await His coming, Jesus calls us to be watchful and prepared. Matthew 24:42 warns, “Watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your Lord is coming.” We are to live holy lives, remain in faith, and spread the Gospel, knowing that His return could happen at any moment.

The second coming of Jesus is not a myth or a distant story—it is a reality that will shake the heavens and the earth. He will return in great power and glory, fulfilling God’s promises and bringing His kingdom to completion. Those who believe in Him will rejoice, while those who rejected Him will face His righteous judgment. Now is the time to prepare, to seek Him, and to remain faithful, for Jesus is coming soon!

2025-03-27 09:49:24