When asked if Jesus “will return to Earth someday," a Pew Research poll finds:
- 55% of all U.S. adults say this will happen.
- 86% of historically Black church traditions agree.
- 92% of evangelicals believe in Jesus' Second coming.
The same Pew research poll shows:
- 25% of Americans do not believe Jesus will return to Earth.
- 16% say they do not believe in Jesus.
I have news for you. Whether or not ANYONE believes it—Jesus is coming back to Earth!
David Jeremiah points out that scholars have identified 1,845 unique biblical references to the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. The Old Testament refers to Christ's return in no less than 17 books, while the New Testament authors speak of it in 23 of 27 books. The Lord Jesus Himself referred to the Second Coming 21 times!
In fact, one out of every 30 verses in the New Testament proclaims that Jesus Christ is coming back to this Earth.
If it’s that important to the writers of Scripture—and that important to our Savior Jesus—don’t you think we ought to prepare? You and I certainly make a big deal of Christ’s first advent. But what about the second? Here’s how to prepare:
If you don’t know Jesus, Acts 16:31 urges, "Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved." Ask Jesus to forgive you for your wrongdoing—your sins. Invite Him to take charge of your life.
If you do know Jesus, does He have your whole heart—or just part of it? The Christmas carol compels us, “Let every heart prepare Him room.” Jesus isn’t looking for a spot in the corner. He wants the entire throne. Does He have it?
It was great celebrating Christ's first coming (most of our decorations are still up!). But how much greater will our delight be at His second coming?
Joy to the World, the Lord will come!
