Overview
Jesus promised His disciples that He would return to complete God's plan of salvation and establish His kingdom forever. This return is described as personal, visible, and sudden, bringing about the resurrection of believers and the final judgment of all people.
Key Scriptures
"Jesus said to them, 'Truly I say to you, that you who have followed Me, in the regeneration when the Son of Man will sit on His glorious throne, you also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.'" (Matthew 19:28, NASB)
"For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first." (1 Thessalonians 4:16, NASB)
"Behold, He is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see Him, even those who pierced Him; and all the tribes of the earth will mourn over Him." (Revelation 1:7, NASB)
Application
Live in daily readiness and holy conduct, knowing Christ's return could occur at any moment and will bring accountability for how you've stewarded your faith and relationships.