FBC Family,

As we approach the Christmas day, we will speak of Jesus’ first coming to be born in Bethlehem in a stable and laid in a manger. His first coming was heralded by the prophets, by the angels, and by the shepherds

The Son of God arrives in a humble setting, as a baby, dependent upon Mary and Joseph for care and nurturing. His coming as the baby at the appointed time and foretold approximately 450 times in the Old Testament. With such prophecies as Isaiah wrote as in 7:14 “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel. and in 9:6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

But today we will consider Jesus’ second coming, as there are approximately 1500 prophecies of Jesus’ second coming in the Bible. Some Theologians state that one-third of the Bible's prophecies relate to the Second Coming. 

Jesus Himself spoke on 3 different occasions in the Book of Luke concerning His Second Coming:

Luke 12:35-48: Jesus speaks about the importance of being ready and watchful for His return.

Luke 17:20-37: Jesus describes the suddenness and unpredictability of His return, comparing it to the days of Noah and Lot.

Luke 21:5-36: Jesus discusses the signs of the end times and His return.

These passages emphasize being prepared, vigilant, and faithful. Today we will consider His second coming from Luke 12. As surely as He came to be born as a baby, He is coming back. We would be wise to be ready and waiting for His return.