How Should We Get Ready for Christ's Return?
Digital Verbum Edition
Overview
The return of Christ is vital to the message of the Bible. But is it an integral part of our Christian lives? After surveying the Scriptures for the influence of Christ’s return on our personal holiness, Ryan M. McGraw carefully examines 1 John 2:28–3:3 in order to show how this truth gives us direction in the Christian life, drives us to maturity in Christ, and brings our hope to resolution in light of His second coming. Read and see how our future hope of Christ’s return drives our present pursuit of godliness.
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- Argues that the primary evidence of “readiness” is not a knowledge of prophecy, but a commitment to personal holiness.
- Distinguishes between prophecy obsession (“knowing about” Christ’s return) and watchfulness (“longing for” Christ’s return.)
- Focuses on eschatological ethics—how the reality of Jesus’ return should fundamentally reshape our daily character and priorities.
- Direction: Christ’s Second Coming and Personal Godliness in Scripture
- Maturity: Christ’s Second Coming and Personal Godliness
- Resolution: Walking in Faith, Hope, and Love in Light of Christ’s Return
“McGraw’s booklet nicely fulfills the intention of the editors of the series of which it is a part. He deftly describes the way believers should be prepared for and wait with eager anticipation for the return of Christ at the end of this present age. His study reminds me of the wisdom expressed by the well-known adage, ‘Live as though Christ died yesterday, arose this morning, and is coming again tomorrow.’” —Cornelis P. Venema, president and professor of doctrinal studies, Mid-America Reformed Seminary