The Motivation We Hold: Jesus Is Coming

As Jesus ascended into heaven, the disciples stood staring skyward, likely overwhelmed and amazed. Then two angels appeared and gave them a powerful reminder: “This same Jesus… will come back” (Acts 1:11). That promise has echoed through every generation since.

The return of Jesus isn’t meant to stir fear—it is meant to ignite faith. It reminds us that our time is short and our mission urgent. As Matthew 24:14 tells us, the end will come after the gospel is preached to all nations. The mission and the return are inseparable.

Sometimes we live like Jesus is never coming back. We get caught up in comfort, career, and distractions. But Jesus’ return should shape how we live today—with urgency, faithfulness, and passion.

This is our motivation: the King is coming. And when He does, may He find us faithful.

 

Acts 1:11 – “This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in just the same way as you have watched Him go into heaven.”

Matthew 24:14 – “This gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all the nations, and then the end will come.”

 

Application: Reflect on how the promise of Jesus’ return impacts your daily choices. Ask yourself: If Jesus returned today, would I be living the way I want Him to find me?

 

Prayer: Jesus, You are coming again. Help me live like it. Let my life reflect the urgency of the mission and the hope of Your return. Keep me from distraction, and fill me with purpose. May I be found faithful when You come. Amen.