The Christian life is not just about looking back to the cross — it’s also about looking forward to the crown.
Jesus is coming again. And for the believer, that’s not a threat — it’s a comfort. We’re not waiting for judgment; we’re waiting for our Savior.
Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ. — Titus 2:13
This hope isn’t wishful thinking. It’s a promise. Christ, who died and rose again, will return. And when He does, every wrong will be made right, every tear wiped away, and every believer made like Him.
Until then, we wait — not in fear, but in faith. Not hiding, but shining.
And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure. — 1 John 3:3
The hope of Christ’s return doesn’t make us lazy. It makes us holy. It keeps our eyes lifted and our hearts anchored. It reminds us that this world is not our home — we’re just passing through.
There may be trials now. Suffering. Struggles. But they’re not forever.
For our light affliction… worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. — 2 Corinthians 4:17
Don’t lose heart. Don’t give up. The One who saved you is the One who’s coming for you. And when He comes, you’ll see Him face to face.
Until then — keep looking. Keep longing. Keep living like He could come today.
Because one day… He will.