August 17, 2010


Be Prepared for His Return

By Michael Youssef, Ph.D.

In the opening few paragraphs of the book of Revelation, the Lord tells us that He is the “Alpha and Omega…who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty” (Revelation 1:. One day He will return for those who know Him as their Savior and Lord.

Some believe that our Lord’s return will take place within our lifetime. What a glorious experience this would be! However, no one knows the day or the hour of His return. What we do know by reading the book of Revelation and by watching the signs of our time is that many of the prophecies written in God’s Word already have been fulfilled. This should be a blessed encouragement to us.

Now it is our responsibility to prepare for His return by being:

Watchful—This means that we willingly maintain an intimate relationship with the Lord through daily prayer and devotion.

Committed—Sin becomes less and less of a temptation, and we refuse to be drawn away from our intimate fellowship with the Lord. Instead of finding ways to benefit ourselves through our jobs and relationships, we look for ways to love others with the love of Christ.

Determined—We keep pressing on toward the goal God has given us, which is to preach and to teach His Word without compromise and without failure.

Faithful—We do not become tired of doing good. Our feelings of weariness translate into personal sacrifice and devotion to God who gave Himself for us.

Holy—We desire to fulfill His command to become holy as He is holy, forsaking all other things that would draw us away from Him.

Are you living as if Christ could return tomorrow? He may. Will you be ready?

Behold I am alive forever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades (Revelation 1:18).

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