Coming Soon
Advent 2024
December 29, 2024
Rev. Tim Sharpe
The closing message of Revelation—'I am coming soon'—both warns of Christ's just judgment, invites repentant sinners to receive mercy, and compels the church to live and witness in eager longing for his return.
Summary
In the final word to the churches in Revelation, Jesus identifies himself and declares 'I am coming soon,' a statement that serves as a sober warning of certain, righteous judgment and reward, a gracious invitation for needy sinners to repent and receive mercy through the Messiah, and a call to the church to embody and extend that grace while living in hopeful longing for Christ's return so redemptive history can be completed.
Key Points
- Revelation's opening letters use Jesus' 'I am' statements to give churches reasons for hope and repentance.
- Jesus' final declaration 'I am coming soon' is both encouragement and challenge.
- His coming promises certain, just judgment and the righting of wrongs.
- He affirms his identity as the Son of David, offering welcome and mercy to repentant sinners.
- The gospel's repetition calls for urgency: do not delay in responding to Christ.
- The church is made up of those who have received grace and is tasked to invite others and make disciples.
- Scripture, including Revelation, is meant to comfort, correct, and stir longing for Christ's return.
- Redemptive history remains incomplete until the King of Kings returns to bring healing and consummation.
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