Second Coming
The Second Coming is the promise that Christ will return in glory to judge the living and the dead and complete his kingdom. Scripture calls us to live in joyful watchfulness, ready to meet the Lord. This theme keeps our hearts oriented to the hope at the center of history.
- Also known as: Parousia, Return of Christ
- Role: Theme of Christ's return in glory
- Key Scripture: Matthew 24:30, Acts 1:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
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