Come, Lord Jesus
“He who testifies to these things says, ‘Yes, I am coming soon.’ Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!”
Revelation 22:20
Revelation 22:20
Aloha, Gals!
I recently read this powerful prayer in Revelation 22:20, expressing the longing of my heart for the return of Jesus Christ. I don’t know about you, but I find myself rehearsing often: this
world is not my home, I’m just a passing through. It’s a reminder to hold loosely, even to let go of the things of this world and long for things of eternity…to set my mind on eternal things which will last. This prayer is among the final words of the Bible, where Jesus Himself declares that He is coming soon! It’s more than a wish or hoping it’s true; it’s a prayer rooted in the belief that Jesus will return to Earth to judge the living and the dead, to establish His Kingdom, and usher in the new heaven and new earth. I can’t wait for that day! No one knows the day or the hour, but we can know the season is at hand…We are closer now than ever before!
This longing for Christ’s return feels especially urgent today as we watch prophetic signs unfold in real time all around us - with wars, and rumors of wars, and hatred for Israel. The headlines and news feeds globally are all about Israel, God’s chosen people. Rising tensions with Iran, including threats of war and nuclear weapons, are aligning with what many believe the Bible foretold in Ezekiel 38-39. I encourage you to read these chapters and ask the Holy Spirit to enlighten your understanding. It’s sooooooo incredible that this is happening in our lifetime. Although I don’t begin to understand much of it, what I do understand as I read these chapters is that God has a plan with very clear details that are laid out regarding what’s to happen in the future. Iran (ancient Persia in Bible) is mentioned by name, and as alliances form and hostilities grow, we see the stage being set as described in the last days happenings.
Jesus told us in Matt. 24:42-44, to “watch and be ready.” The turmoil in the Middle East is not a random happening, but a conflict that started 4,000 yrs. ago, (see Genesis 16:11-12; and Genesis 17:19-21). We are to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, Psalm 122:6. As tensions rise, this is a reminder that our King Jesus is coming! Yay for His promise to return for His bride. Thank the Lord for the promise of His soon return. May He fill us with hope, boldness and opportunities to share our faith in Jesus. Let’s live each day watching and waiting with
anticipation while serving Him until HE returns.
Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!
I recently read this powerful prayer in Revelation 22:20, expressing the longing of my heart for the return of Jesus Christ. I don’t know about you, but I find myself rehearsing often: this
world is not my home, I’m just a passing through. It’s a reminder to hold loosely, even to let go of the things of this world and long for things of eternity…to set my mind on eternal things which will last. This prayer is among the final words of the Bible, where Jesus Himself declares that He is coming soon! It’s more than a wish or hoping it’s true; it’s a prayer rooted in the belief that Jesus will return to Earth to judge the living and the dead, to establish His Kingdom, and usher in the new heaven and new earth. I can’t wait for that day! No one knows the day or the hour, but we can know the season is at hand…We are closer now than ever before!
This longing for Christ’s return feels especially urgent today as we watch prophetic signs unfold in real time all around us - with wars, and rumors of wars, and hatred for Israel. The headlines and news feeds globally are all about Israel, God’s chosen people. Rising tensions with Iran, including threats of war and nuclear weapons, are aligning with what many believe the Bible foretold in Ezekiel 38-39. I encourage you to read these chapters and ask the Holy Spirit to enlighten your understanding. It’s sooooooo incredible that this is happening in our lifetime. Although I don’t begin to understand much of it, what I do understand as I read these chapters is that God has a plan with very clear details that are laid out regarding what’s to happen in the future. Iran (ancient Persia in Bible) is mentioned by name, and as alliances form and hostilities grow, we see the stage being set as described in the last days happenings.
Jesus told us in Matt. 24:42-44, to “watch and be ready.” The turmoil in the Middle East is not a random happening, but a conflict that started 4,000 yrs. ago, (see Genesis 16:11-12; and Genesis 17:19-21). We are to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, Psalm 122:6. As tensions rise, this is a reminder that our King Jesus is coming! Yay for His promise to return for His bride. Thank the Lord for the promise of His soon return. May He fill us with hope, boldness and opportunities to share our faith in Jesus. Let’s live each day watching and waiting with
anticipation while serving Him until HE returns.
Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!
Awaiting His return, Karen
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