The Blessed Hope

The Blessed Hope

Looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ (Titus 2:13)

We are to expect and prepare for our blessed hope. That hope is not heaven or glory, but Jesus Himself, face to face, closer than ever.

We don’t just wait for the coming of Jesus; we live in active expectation of the return of Jesus. We are looking for it. The return of Jesus Christ should be precious for Christians to consider.

Jesus came the first time to save the soul of man; He will come a second time to resurrect the body.

Jesus came the first time to save the individual; He will come a second time to save society.

Jesus came the first time to a crucifixion; He will come a second time to a coronation.

Jesus came the first time to a cross; He will come a second time to a throne.

Jesus came the first time in humility; He will come a second time in glory.

Jesus came the first time and stood before Pilate; He will come a second time and Pilate will stand before Him.

Jesus came the first time and was judged by men; He will come a second time to judge all men.

His blessed hope:
-provides joy (Romans 12:12)
-creates faith and love in you (Colossians 1:4-5)
-causes you to live a pure life (1 John 3:3)
-inspires you to persevere (1 Thessalonians 1:3)
-lifts you up when you’re down (Psalm 42:5)
-causes you to praise God (Psalm 71:14)
-makes you bold (2 Corinthians 3:12)
-develops patience (Romans 8:25)
-gives you reasons to rejoice (Romans 5:2)
-gives you security and safety (Job 11:18)

-guarantees your eternal life (Titus 3:5-7)

That same Jesus came once – and He will return just as He promised. Keep looking for His return and be ready for that great day.

-Devotion by David Guzik and excerpt from June Hunt's book "Hope The Anchor of Your Soul"

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