Violence and immorality dominate today’s culture. Rising crime and fear mirror what Jesus described about the “last days.” He compared this era to the time of Noah, marked by rampant wickedness. Genesis 6:5 states, “God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.”
In Noah’s day, two sins stood out: extreme violence and sexual perversion. Despite Noah’s warnings, people carried on with daily life—eating, drinking, marrying—oblivious to the coming flood (Matthew 24:38–39). Noah faithfully built the ark as God instructed, though many likely mocked him.
Jesus warned that in the last days, people would similarly ignore prophetic messages, living as though nothing is amiss. Yet, for those paying attention, the signs are clear.
Believers can expect mockery, much like Noah endured. Many dismiss the idea of Christ’s return, but their scoffing will cease when His words are fulfilled. The apostle Paul described Christ’s first coming as perfectly timed (Galatians 4:4–5) and affirmed that His return will happen when the time is right (2 Peter 3:8–9).
Scripture foretells a generation that will witness the rapture—a sudden removal of believers from the earth. Jesus described it: “Two will be in the field; one will be taken, and the other left” (Matthew 24:40–41). Paul echoed this in 1 Corinthians 15:51–52, saying believers will be transformed “in the twinkling of an eye.”
Christ promises to return for His church, saying, “I go to prepare a place for you… I will come again and receive you unto myself” (John 14:2–3). This return signifies seizing His people to be with Him forever.
Are you ready for His return? Living with anticipation means aligning your life with His teachings and addressing anything that hinders your faith. John reminds us that this hope should purify us (1 John 3:3).
AB Simpson captured this sentiment: “We can study Christ’s return intellectually or long for it deeply. Let it be our personal hope, not just a theological concept.”
Welcoming Christ’s return requires readiness and a heart aligned with God. If there’s anything amiss in your life, now is the time to make it right.
