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The Second Coming of Jesus Christ is a central eschatological event in Christian theology, referring to the future return of Jesus to Earth. This event is anticipated as a time of fulfillment of biblical prophecies, judgment, and the establishment of God's kingdom. The Second Coming is distinct from the first coming of Christ, which involved His incarnation, ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection.

Biblical References

The New Testament contains numerous references to the Second Coming, emphasizing its certainty and significance. In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus Himself speaks of His return: "At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and all the tribes of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven, with power and great glory" (Matthew 24:30). This passage highlights the visible and glorious nature of His return.

The Apostle Paul also addresses the Second Coming in his epistles. In1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, he writes, "For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a loud command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will be the first to rise. After that, we who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will always be with the Lord" . This passage is often cited in discussions of the rapture, a component of the Second Coming where believers are gathered to Christ.

The Book of Revelation provides a vivid depiction of the Second Coming, portraying it as a time of divine judgment and victory over evil.Revelation 19:11-16 describes Christ as a conquering King: "Then I saw heaven standing open, and there before me was a white horse. And its rider is called Faithful and True. With righteousness He judges and wages war" . This imagery underscores the authority and justice of Christ at His return.

Theological Significance

The Second Coming is a pivotal event in Christian eschatology, marking the culmination of God's redemptive plan. It is associated with the resurrection of the dead, the final judgment, and the establishment of a new heaven and a new earth. The anticipation of Christ's return serves as a source of hope and encouragement for believers, motivating them to live in a manner worthy of their calling.

The timing of the Second Coming is a subject of much debate and speculation. Jesus Himself stated, "But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father" (Matthew 24:36). This uncertainty calls for vigilance and readiness among Christians, as emphasized in the parable of the ten virgins (Matthew 25:1-13).

Eschatological Views

Various eschatological views interpret the nature and sequence of events surrounding the Second Coming. Premillennialism posits that Christ will return before a literal thousand-year reign on earth, known as the Millennium. Postmillennialism suggests that Christ will return after a golden age of Christian influence. Amillennialism interprets the Millennium symbolically, viewing it as the current church age.

Despite differing interpretations, the Second Coming remains a foundational doctrine, affirming the ultimate triumph of Christ and the fulfillment of God's promises. Believers are encouraged to remain steadfast in faith, eagerly awaiting the return of their Savior and the consummation of His kingdom.

Topical Bible Verses

Revelation 1:7
Behold, he comes with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen.
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John 14:3
And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to myself; that where I am, there you may be also.
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Matthew 24:36
But of that day and hour knows no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.
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1 Thessalonians 4:17
Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
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Matthew 24:30
And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.
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2 Peter 3:10
But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.
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1 Thessalonians 4:16
For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
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International Standard Bible Encyclopedia

Second Coming

SECOND COMING

sek'-und kum'-ing.

SeePAROUSIA;ESCHATOLOGY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT, V.

Greek

3952. parousia -- a presence, acoming
... Short Definition: presence, acoming, arrival, advent Definition: (a) presence,
(b) acoming, an arrival, advent, especially of thesecond coming of Christ....

Library

TheSecond Coming of Christ.
... TheSecond Coming Of Christ. When Jesus was taken up into heaven and a cloud
had received him out of sight, two heavenly visitants...

Of theSecond Coming of Christ
... THE ADORNMENT OF THE SPIRITUAL MARRIAGE: THE FIRST BOOK CHAPTER VI. OF THE
SECOND COMING OF CHRIST. Thesecond coming of Christ our...

Of theSecond Coming of Christ, Or, the Fountain with Three Rills
... THESECOND BOOK CHAPTER XXXV. OF THESECOND COMING OF CHRIST, OR, THE FOUNTAIN
WITH THREE RILLS. Now we will speak further of the...

Miller's views on theSecond Coming of Christ.
... MILLER'S VIEWS ON THESECOND COMING OF CHRIST. The following letter from
Rev. WILLIAM MILLER to Rev. JOSHUA V. HIMES contains a...

Of theSecond Coming of Our Lord in the Inward Man
... THESECOND BOOK CHAPTER VI. OF THESECOND COMING OF OUR LORD IN THE INWARD
MAN. Thesecond way in which Christ comes inwardly, with...

Psalm 96 Christ's First andSecond Coming.
... THE PSALMS OF DAVID PSALM 96 Christ's first andsecond coming. v.1,10ff CM. Christ's
first andsecond coming. Sing to the Lord, ye distant lands,....

Christ'sSecond Coming Does not Belong to the Past, but Will Take...
... Chapter 54."Christ'sSecond Coming Does Not Belong to the Past, But Will
Take Place at the End of the World. But what we believe...

TheSecond Coming of Christ.
... Part Seventh. Last Week of Our Lord's Ministry, the Fourth Passover, the
Crucifixion. CXIV. TheSecond Coming of Christ. ^A Matthew...

Psalm 96:1. 1-10. &C. CM Christ's First andSecond Coming.
... THE Psalms of David, In Metre. Psalm 96:1. 1-10. &c. CM Christ's first and
second coming. 1 Sing to the Lord, ye distant lands, Ye...

The Adornment of the Spritual Marriage
... CHAPTER VI. OF THESECOND COMING OF CHRIST. CHAPTER VII. OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENTS....
CHAPTER VI. OF THESECOND COMING OF OUR LORD IN THE INWARD MAN. CHAPTER VII....