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Christ’s return is our great hope of salvation and a glorious eternity with God. Consequently, the study of eschatology (end times) is critical to understanding our salvation and is a great blessing (Revelation 1:3). Although the exact nature of the second coming of Christ is often a controversial topic among theologians, it is important to base our beliefs in scripture.
Let us return to discussing the exciting events leading to the second coming of Christ, following the time of tribulation. The Second Coming of Christ will occur after a series of world-shaking events, and it will involve Jesus returning with the hosts of heaven and the Church to establish the Messianic Kingdom on earth, which will last for a thousand years. During this momentous event, the Antichrist will be cast into the Lake of Fire, and Satan will be bound for a thousand years.
Return of Christ (Revelation 22:17; Zechariah 14:1-11)
Our Savior will return, in glory, to establish His rule upon the earth (see blow please). His return will:
- Occur at the battle of Armageddon (Revelation 19)
- Happen rapidly like a thief in the night (1 Thessalonians 5:2; 2 Peter 3:10)
- Be accompanied by celestial signs (2 Peter 3:10-12; Matthew 24:29)
- Bring Christ to the earth (as opposed to the rapture which will be in the clouds)
- Be glorious (Revelation 19)
- Gather His elect (Colossians 3:4, Matthew 24:31)
- Provide salvation to those whose names are in the book of life. Those whose names are not found will not live during the reign of Christ.
Kingdom of Christ – 1000-year reign (Revelation 20:1-7; Jeremiah 23,31-33; Ezekiel 36-38; Isaiah 59-66)
This period is also known as the kingdom of God or heaven, eternal Kingdom, or thousand-year reign. The kingdom will have the following characteristics:
- 1,000 years when Christ will rule over the earth as King from Jerusalem
- A time of peace and prosperity upon the earth
- Satan is bound (Revelation 20:2,5)
- Christ will rule justly all nations
- Fulfil the promise of the Kingdom to the Jews and their eternal rest
- Include both Jews and gentiles.
Eternity (Revelation 20-21)
This is the period after the 1,000-year reign when Satan, the antichrist and unbelievers will be freed to rebel again, only to be defeated. God will judge unbelievers after this battle. Satan and the antichrist will be bound forever in hell. Then a new glorious heaven and new Jerusalem will come down from above. Believers will live eternally with God fulfilling their great hope and His promise.
All praise, honor and glory are due God and our Savior Jesus Christ for such a great salvation given as a free gift through our faith in Christ’s sacrificial death and resurrection.
Joint me next time as we continue discussing major themes of scripture.
Further reading:
- Ryrie CC. Basic theology: A popular systematic guide to understanding biblical truth. Moody Publishers, 1999.
- Chafer LS. Systematic Theology. Abridged Volume II. Kregel Publications, 1947.
William C. Stewart, MD
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