🏆 Are You Ready? Living Each Day in the Light of His Return
The return of Jesus Christ is one of the most profound and hope-filled promises in Scripture. It is not a fantasy or fiction — it is reality. Yet, as time moves on and the distractions of daily life increase, many believers grow sleepy, complacent, or forgetful about this glorious event. This post is a wake-up call: Are you ready? Are you truly living your life in the light of His return?
1. The Promise of His Return
Jesus didn't leave us without a roadmap. Before He ascended to heaven, He left a clear promise:
“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions... I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go... I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” — John 14:1-3 (KJV)
This is not a metaphor. This is not poetic language. It is a declaration of a future reality: Jesus will come again. He’s coming not only to fulfill prophecy, but also to bring His people home.
2. What Does It Mean to Be Ready?
Being ready for His return isn’t about panic or fear. It's about living with daily awareness, holy expectation, and spiritual discipline. It’s a lifestyle, not a moment of sudden realization. Readiness is proven by how we live when we think no one is watching.
“Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.” — Matthew 24:44 (KJV)
Christ’s return will be sudden. There won’t be time to go back and fix a double life, mend a broken relationship, or finally obey a call you’ve been ignoring. Are you living as if Jesus could come back today?
3. The Signs of the Times
Jesus gave us clues — signs that would mark the season of His return: wars, rumors of wars, natural disasters, moral decline, persecution of the church, and false prophets. These aren’t just headlines — they are warnings.
“And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars... For nation shall rise against nation... and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places.” — Matthew 24:6-7 (KJV)
We’re living in the season of prophetic acceleration. These signs are not meant to scare us but to awaken us. Are you still sleeping spiritually, or are you watching, praying, and preparing?
4. Living as a Wise Servant
Jesus told the parable of the wise and foolish servants. The wise servant is faithful even when his master delays. He does not live to please himself, but continues in duty, accountability, and purpose.
“Blessed is that servant, whom his lord when he cometh shall find so doing.” — Matthew 24:46 (KJV)
Don't live carelessly just because He hasn't come yet. Don't say “there's still time.” Tomorrow isn’t promised — but eternity is. Keep your oil burning. Be watchful.
5. The Bride and the Bridegroom
The return of Christ is like the return of a bridegroom for His bride — unexpected but joyous. The wise virgins in Matthew 25 had oil in their lamps, ready to meet the bridegroom. The foolish were shut out.
“Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.” — Matthew 25:13 (KJV)
Have you trimmed your lamp? Is your life filled with the oil of the Holy Spirit? Are you ready to be caught up in glory or will you be left knocking, crying, “Lord, Lord, open to us”?
6. Living in Holiness and Purity
No man can predict the exact hour of Christ’s return, but the Bible is clear — He is returning for a bride without spot or wrinkle. Holiness is not an option; it’s a necessity.
“And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.” — 1 John 3:3 (KJV)
What sin are you excusing that you need to confess? What habits are entangling your walk? If you knew Jesus was returning at midnight tonight, what would you do differently today?
7. Be Found Doing His Will
The mark of readiness is not just about staying clean but staying busy — working in the Father’s vineyard. Your salvation is not just a ticket to heaven; it’s a call to labor for souls.
“Occupy till I come.” — Luke 19:13 (KJV)
Are you serving, giving, praying, witnessing, building the Kingdom? Don't be a buried-talent Christian. Time is short. Eternity is forever. Your purpose is not just for earth — it's to be ready to meet your Master.
8. Guarding Against Deception
In the last days, deception will increase. False teachers, diluted doctrines, and counterfeit miracles will abound. The enemy knows his time is short and he will try to drag many down with him.
“For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.” — Matthew 24:5 (KJV)
You must stay grounded in truth. Read your Bible. Know what God says. The Holy Spirit is your compass, not culture. Don’t trade eternal truth for temporary comfort.
9. Encouraging One Another with This Hope
The return of Jesus isn’t just something we keep quietly in our hearts. It’s a hope we must share, teach, and encourage one another with.
“Wherefore comfort one another with these words.” — 1 Thessalonians 4:18 (KJV)
Are you lifting others up with the truth that Jesus is coming soon? Are you inspiring your family, church, and community to live prepared? Are you spreading urgency and hope?
10. What If He Came Today?
Pause for a moment. Ask yourself seriously: If Christ returned this moment, where would you stand? Would you be caught up in joy or paralyzed by regret? What would He find you doing?
“Behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.” — Revelation 22:12 (KJV)
This is not fear-mongering. This is the call of eternity. Jesus is not a myth or a memory — He is the coming King. And He will not delay forever. Are you ready?
11. How to Live Each Day in the Light of His Return
- Wake up daily with gratitude and spiritual alertness.
- Confess sin quickly. Live pure and walk in repentance.
- Spend time in the Word and prayer daily — stay fueled with oil.
- Keep short accounts with people. Forgive and reconcile.
- Serve with joy. Share the gospel boldly.
- Listen to the Holy Spirit and obey God promptly.
- Don’t be entangled with worldly pleasures and sin.
- Stay connected to the Body of Christ — community matters.
Conclusion: The Final Wake-Up Call
We’re not promised next year. We’re not promised next week. Every sunrise is mercy. Every heartbeat is a reminder: Christ is coming again. Not as a baby in a manger, but as King of kings, Judge of the earth, Bridegroom of the Church.
“Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.” — Revelation 22:20 (KJV)
Beloved, it’s time to live ready. Not in fear, but in purpose. Not in panic, but in purity. Not hiding, but shining. The trumpet will sound. The sky will split. Eternity will begin.
Are you ready?
