Jesus' Second Coming.

 

The second from Jesus Christ is a great hope that has captured the imagination of Christians for centuries. The idea of Christ returning to earth to judge the living and the dead, establish his kingdom, and usher in a new era of peace and justice has always been an important part of Christianity and eschatology. In this article, we will explore the meaning of the Second Coming of Jesus, what it means, and what it means for today's Christians.

What is the return of Jesus?

The Second Coming of Jesus expresses the belief that Jesus Christ will return to earth at some point in the future.

This belief is based on many biblical prophecies and teachings that describe the return of Jesus as a glorious and triumphant event. In theology, the second coming of Jesus is often associated with the end times, the Last Judgment, and the establishment of his kingdom on earth.

Jesus is mentioned many times in the Bible, including the second coming, the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, and the Book of Revelation. In Matthew 24:30, Jesus himself described his second coming:

“Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and all the families of the earth will mourn and see the light of the Son of Man. There is power and great glory in the clouds of heaven. "

Similarly, at Mark 13:26-27 Jesus said:

"Then they will see the Son of Man riding in the clouds with great power and glory.

Then he will send his angels to choose from the four winds from one end of the earth to the sky.

The Book of Revelation also clearly shows the second coming of Jesus and describes him as a conqueror, a warrior who will defeat his enemies and establish his kingdom on earth. For example, Revelation Sim 19:11-16 says:

"I saw a white horse with clear sky! He who sits on it is called righteous and righteous, he fights judge and justice.His eyes were like fire, and he had many crowns on his head, and his name was written, no, no one knew but himself.

He wears a robe recolored with blood and his title is the Word of God. And to him, white and clean, well-dressed, the heavenly lord of the white horses. A sharp sword comes out of his mouth to strike the nations, and he will rule them with a staff. He will chew the wine of the wrath of Almighty God. On his robe and thigh was a name: King of Kings, Lord of Lords.

 

The Significance of the Second Coming of Jesus

The Second Coming is important for Christians, on the one hand, the Prophet And in today's world, the return of Jesus also represents the completion of God's plan for the world as stated in the Bible. Judgment, responsibility for their actions and beliefs, this judgment will lead to eternal life or eternal damnation, depending on whether the person accepts Jesus as their Lord and Savior.

As Jesus himself said at Matthew 25:31-46:

 "When the Son of man comes in his glory with all the angels, he will sit on the throne of his glory, and all the nations will gather before him and divide, the people like a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats, the sheep to his right, he puts the goats on his left, then the king said to those on his right: "Come, blessed by my Father, the kingdom has been prepared for you since the foundation of the world. Because I was hungry, you gave me food, I was thirsty, you gave me water, I was a stranger, you hosted me, I was naked, you clothed me; I am sick and you are visiting me; I'm in jail, you came to see me.

The righteous man answered, "Lord, when will we find you hungry and give you food, or will we be thirsty and give you something to drink?" When will we see you as a stranger, or we will see you naked and clothe you?  When did we see you sick or visit you in prison? The king will answer them, "I tell you the truth, you are doing it to me as you are doing to my younger brothers. Then he will say to those on the left: "Get away from me, you damned, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels."

Because I'm hungry and you don't feed me; I am thirsty and you do not drink; I am a foreigner and you are not welcome; I am naked and you do not clothe me; I am sick and imprisoned, not you. Don't visit me. Then they will answer, 'Our Lord, when have we seen you hungry, thirsty, strange, naked, sick or in prison, but we do not serve you.' Then he will answer them and say, 'It is. “I told you, just as you can't do anything, you haven't done anything to me. They will be punished forever, but the righteous will have eternal life."

Beyond the Judgment, the Second Coming of Jesus is also seen as a time of change.

Christians believe that when Jesus returns, he will bring a new era of peace and justice and everything will change. As Revelation 21:1-4 says:

“I saw a new sky and a new earth, the first sky and the first earth were gone, the sea was no more, and I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, come, descend from heaven, from God Come down and be ready, like a bride adorned for her husband. She will be with them, and they will be with them. And be their God.

He will wipe all tears from his eyes and there will be no more death, mourning, crying and pain because the old things are gone.

Christian Views of the Second Coming

Christians have differing views on the details of Jesus' return, but there are several views that are generally accepted by Christians:

Jesus will attain the glory of the second Coming: the Christian. When Jesus returns, he will return in glory, as described in Matthew 24:30 and Mark 13:26-27, and come with great power and glory.

There Will Be a Judgment Day: Christians believe it was the time when Jesus returned. He will judge the living and the dead.

This judgment will result in eternal life or eternal damnation, depending on whether the person accepts Jesus as their Lord and Savior.

The dead will rise: Christians believe that when Jesus returns, the dead will rise and come back with their bodies. This belief is rooted in many scriptures, including 1 Corinthians 15:51-52 and 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17.

The End of the World: Christians believe that the return of Jesus will mark the end of the world as we know it. From now on, there will be a new heaven and a new earth, where there will be no more pain, suffering or death.

Antichrist: Some Christians believe that there will be a time before Jesus returns, when a figure called "Antichrist" will rule and deceive many. This belief is rooted in many scriptures, including 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4 and Revelation 13:1-18.

Signs of Time: Christians believe that there will be signs before Jesus returns. These signs include war and rumors of war, earthquakes, famine and other natural disasters. These signs are described at Matthew 24:4-14 and Mark 13:5-13.

Ecstasy: Some Christians believe in a concept called Rapture, which refers to the belief that Jesus would take his disciples to heaven before returning during the great tribulation (times of severe poverty and persecution). This belief is based on many scriptures, including 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 and Matthew 24:36-44.

Conflicts and Controversies Regarding the Second Coming of Jesus

Although Christians have elements of belief in the second coming of Jesus, there is much controversy and controversy. Some of the controversial issues are:

Time: Christians have different ideas about when Jesus will return. Some believe that this can happen at any time, while others believe that certain events must happen first.

These events may include the rise of the Antichrist, the rebuilding of the Jewish Temple, or the conversion of the Jews to Christianity.

Millennialism: Christians have different beliefs about Christ's millennial reign as described at Revelation 20:1-6. Some believe that Jesus will rule the world for a thousand years. Others see this as a symbolic time that has already begun, or that it will only happen after Jesus returns.

Commentary: Christians interpret the biblical prophecies about the second coming of Jesus differently.

Some believe these verses should be interpreted literally, while others believe they are symbols and should be read spiritually.

Pre-tribulation, post-tribulation, or middle tribulation: Some Christians believe in pre-tribulation ecstasy where believers will be taken to heaven before the tribulation period. Others believe in tribulation after tribulation where believers will be taken to heaven after a time of tribulation. However, others believe in the quasi-troubled euphoria that believers will be taken to heaven in the midst of tribulation.

The Nature of the Millennium: Christians have different ideas about what the Millennium will be like.

Some believe it will be a time of peace and prosperity in the world, while others believe it will be a time of spiritual growth and renewal.

Conclusion The second coming of Jesus is the main faith belief. While there are many different opinions about the details of Jesus' coming, there are a few points that are generally accepted by Christians. These include the return of Jesus, the Last Judgment, the Resurrection of the dead, the end of the world, the Antichrist, the signs of time, and Ecstasy. Despite the controversy and controversy surrounding the second coming of Jesus, it still offers hope and faith to many Christians who look forward to a new era of peace, understanding and justice in the reign of Christ.