Awaiting His Arrival - Ready for Jesus to Return*

The return of Jesus Christ is more than just waiting for a future event—being fully convinced that He is coming back changes the way we live today, filling our lives with urgency, purpose, and hope. In this message, Pastor Chris Teien shares five biblical ways to be ready for Christ’s return, drawing from both Old and New Testament promises. From remembering Jesus’ sacrifice to living holy lives, this sermon will encourage you to prepare your heart, align your life with eternity, and invite others into the hope of salvation.Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/16335659As 1 Corinthians 11:26 (NLT) reminds us, “Every time you eat this bread and drink this cup, you are announcing the Lord’s death until he comes again.” Communion is more than a ritual—it’s a declaration of ongoing faith and living hope that Jesus is coming again.When life feels uncertain or overwhelming, this message helps you refocus on what truly matters. You’ll be reminded that Jesus is returning to make all things right—and that gives you strength to live with peace, perseverance, and purpose. Whether you're a longtime believer or someone seeking hope, this message will help you live with eternal perspective and confidence in God’s promises.Key Points:Remember That Christ Will Return – Communion points us to the cross and the coming King (1 Corinthians 11:26).Realize That God Speaks and Change Happens – God’s Word created the world and will bring judgment and renewal (2 Peter 3:5–7).Repent and Live a Changed Life – God patiently waits for us to turn to Him before the day of the Lord (2 Peter 3:9).Live Rightly in Light of Eternity – We are called to live holy and godly lives as we look forward to His return (2 Peter 3:11–12).Remain Ready and Help Others Be Ready – Stay spiritually awake and actively share the Gospel (Luke 12:40).Notable Quotes: “Jesus is coming back, and our mission is to live and proclaim His hope until He does.” “Communion is not just looking back at the cross but forward to His return.”Actionable Takeaways: Reflect deeply during communion—Jesus’ return gives it eternal significance. Confess sin and reset your life around what matters most. Share the message of hope with those around you. Live with spiritual alertness—Christ could return any day.Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 11:26, John 14:3, Acts 1:11, 2 Peter 3:5–12, Luke 12:40, Isaiah 9:6–7, Daniel 7:13–14, Revelation 22:12Keywords: Jesus’ return, second coming, readiness, communion, hope, repentance, holiness, Gospel, eternity, Christian living18m0303de The WELL Faith Podcast offers encouraging, Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien and guests. New sermons are released every Sunday. Replay episodes are marked with an asterisk. Find us online at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.Church in Virginia, MN. Email comments to [email protected]