In Matthew 24 and 25 so far, we've learned the importance of being ready for Christ's second coming. But as we conclude our Advent series in Jesus' Olivet Discourse this Sunday, we see a picture of the Lord's return and his final judgment. What is the basis for this judgment—the difference between eternal punishment and eternal life? The answer might surprise you.
We continue this week in our Advent sermon series in Jesus' Olivet Discourse. It's all about being prepared for his second advent--Christ's glorious second coming. This week, Jesus teaches us not to wait passively for his return but to be found faithful with the treasure he has given us. How can we be sure that we are found to be "good and faithful servants"--using the treasurer of the gospel and our spiritual gifts wisely as we await his return?
This week is the second Sunday of Advent, a season where we look back a Christ's first coming and look ahead to his second coming. We're continuing in Jesus' sermon on the Mount of Olives and will hear the crucial importance of being prepared for his arrival. How can we be wisely ready so we aren't left out of his coming kingdom?
Have you ever wondered what the end of the world will be like? In our passage this week, the disciples ask Jesus this very question. This Sunday is the beginning of Advent, when we remember the first coming of Jesus and look ahead to his second coming, as well. During this season, we'll continue in the Gospel of Matthew, hearing from Jesus' Olivet Discourse about his future return to earth—something every Christian should look forward to.
