How does "Yes, I am coming soon" influence your daily Christian walk? The Promise Echoed “He who testifies to these things says, ‘Yes, I am coming soon.’ Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!” (Revelation 22:20) • The last recorded words of Jesus in Scripture are a personal pledge. • “Soon” presses the nearness of His return into every moment. • The church’s response—“Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!”—models eager anticipation. Living with Expectant Hope • Hope is not vague optimism; it rests on a divine guarantee (John 14:3). • Expectation shapes priorities: what matters eternally outweighs what is temporary (2 Corinthians 4:18). • Daily mindset: “The Lord is near” (Philippians 4:5), so each decision is made in light of His imminent arrival. Fuel for Daily Holiness • “Everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as He is pure” (1 John 3:3). • Knowing Christ could appear at any moment encourages: – Guarded eyes and lips. – Quick repentance and reconciliation (James 5:8-9). – Intentional pursuit of righteousness (2 Peter 3:11-14). Motivation for Faithful Service • The returning Master rewards faithful stewards (Matthew 24:45-47). • Gifts, time, and resources are managed with accountability in view (1 Corinthians 3:13-14). • Ordinary tasks gain eternal significance when done “as working for the Lord” (Colossians 3:23-24). Perspective in Trials • “Be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near” (James 5:8). • Suffering is temporary; glory is permanent (Romans 8:18). • Endurance grows when trials are seen as birth pangs preceding His return (Matthew 24:6-8). Urgency in Evangelism • “The night is nearly over; the day has drawn near” (Romans 13:12). • Loved ones need the gospel before the door closes (Luke 13:25). • Conversations, hospitality, and generous deeds become intentional bridges to share Christ. Cultivating Worship and Gratitude • Anticipation stirs continual praise: “to wait for His Son from heaven” (1 Thessalonians 1:10). • The Lord’s Table remembers the cross “until He comes” (1 Corinthians 11:26), blending past grace with future glory. • Singing and praying with “Maranatha” hearts keeps worship vibrantly expectant. Keeping Watch Together • Believers gather “all the more as you see the Day approaching” (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Mutual encouragement combats fatigue and complacency (1 Thessalonians 5:11). • Corporate readiness testifies to a watching world that Christ’s promise is trustworthy. Practical Takeaways For Today • Start mornings by reaffirming: “You may come today, Lord.” • Schedule with open hands—hold plans loosely, obedience tightly. • Speak words that would please Him if He returned mid-sentence. • Simplify possessions; invest in kingdom ventures that outlast earth. • Close each day with gratitude, resting in the hope that tomorrow could dawn in His presence. |
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