This sermon examines 3 key passages to explain the simplicity and finality of Christ's Second Coming.
I. Exposition of verses 1-7
II. Two Other Scriptures Regarding the Second Coming
A. 1 Cor. 15:51-58 B. 1 Thess 4:13-5:4
Observations from comparing these Scriptures. 1. People are generally not expecting the Second Coming when it occurs. 2. It is not a secret when it happens. 3. It immediately precedes the end of the world and the final judgment. 4. Christ's Second Coming involves both a coming with His people and a coming for His people. 5. There is no hint in Scripture that the Second Coming is divided into a secret rapture and then another coming 7 years later. 6. This coming is to be anticipated with joy by the Christian. 7. This coming is to be a spur to holiness for the Christian.
III. Key Words Regarding the Second Coming A. parousia B. apokalupsis C. epiphaneia
IV. The Impossibility of Knowing the Exact Timing of the Second Coming
John 21:23; Matt. 24:36,42; 25:13
V. Defining the “Nearness” of the Second Coming
Application: Why does the Bible speak of Eschatology?
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Pastor Steve came to Christ at the age of 11. He graduated from Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College in 1979 with a B.A. in theology as the Valedictorian of his class. He joined our church in 1978, came on staff, full-time in 1980, was ordained as an Elder in 1982, and became...