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EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 57 MIN

Ep 42: Why am I afraid of Jesus’ return?

from The Balance of Gray · host Stephen Stewart

Do sincere Christians quietly carry a fear of Jesus’ return? In this episode, we slow down and separate the different kinds of fear that can get tangled together — fears of judgment, not being “good enough,” the unknown, being deceived, leaving loved ones behind, or even the fear that you might not truly believe. We also talk about how bad teaching, spiritual trauma, and confusion around end-times (eschatological) views can deepen that anxiety.Rather than shaming or dismissing those feelings, we look honestly at them — and then back to the character of Christ, the heart of the gospel, and the hope Scripture anchors us to. If you’ve ever felt uneasy, hesitant, or even afraid when you hear talk about Jesus’ return, this conversation is for you.Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Gray Zone! Please join the dialog where we discuss faith, God, and religion in the modern context of science, archaeology, and philosophy! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/rXD4vPYQiVdCCbSZ/?mibextid=JRoKGiWebsite: https://thebalanceofgray.com/Email: [email protected]'t forget to rate/review us and subscribe!© 2024 The Balance of Gray. All rights reserved.

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