We enjoy all kinds of things in life without fully understanding them — a gourmet meal, a symphony, a 200-ton airplane somehow staying in the sky. And honestly? The Second Coming of Jesus works a lot like that. We don’t have every detail, every timeline, or every chart… but we do have the promises that matter.
In this message from Luke 12:35–38, Gordon Dabbs explores why Christians can live with confidence, joy, and anticipation even when end-times debates get confusing. Premillennialism, postmillennialism, amillennialism, the rapture… yes, we’ll talk about them. But even more, we’ll zoom in on what Scripture makes unmistakably clear:
✨ His return will be personal.
⚡ His return will be sudden.
🌍 His return will be visible.
💥 His return will be glorious.
You don’t have to read the whole score to enjoy the music. You don’t need the recipe to enjoy the feast. And you don’t have to decode every apocalyptic symbol to be ready for Jesus.
Because the greatest truth of all is simple: Jesus wins. And His people live ready and waiting.
About the series. . .
The promise of Jesus’ return has been a source of hope and anticipation for believers throughout history. But what does the Bible actually say about his second coming, and how should we live in light of this promise? In the “Coming Soon” message series by Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we’ll explore Scripture’s teachings on Christ’s return, examining what it means for our lives today and our hope for the future. We’ll tackle questions about signs of His coming, the urgency of sharing the gospel, and how to live with a heart prepared and focused on His Kingdom. Join us as we grow in faith, eager for the day when Jesus will come again to make all things new.