Christ's Second Coming
How Scripture portrays the visible, glorious return of the Lord Jesus.
Matthew 25
A Bible Study Guide
When Jesus Christ returns, I shall be there.
A reflective journey through Scripture and the Reformed Confessions — exploring the joy, courage and perseverance promised to believers in the resurrection, ascension and return of our Lord Jesus Christ.
In accordance with Scripture & the Reformed Confessions
A Scripture-grounded look at the believer's eternal hope
This guide invites readers to consider in depth the wealth of comfort, meaning and import presupposed by our confession — that Christ will return to judge the living and the dead. It is offered as an educational, reflective resource for Christians of every tradition who long to search the Scriptures and confess the faith honestly.
Bible Study Themes
Walk through the great promises of the gospel
Resurrection of the Body
The believer's confidence that death is not the end of the story.
1 Corinthians 15
Eternal Life
The renewed life begun in Christ and completed in his presence.
John 17:3
The Apostles' Creed
A timeless summary of apostolic faith confessed by the Church.
Article 7
Christian Confession
Why grounding faith in shared confession brings clarity and peace.
Romans 10:9
Christian Readiness
Living watchfully — joyful expectancy rather than anxious dread.
Luke 24:44
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Faith confessed, Scripture searched
The Apostles' Creed has, for centuries, given the Church a simple confession of the gospel — the work of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit; the resurrection of the body; the life everlasting.
This study traces how Scripture itself shapes that confession, showing the unity of the Old and New Testament witness, and inviting every reader to test what they believe against the word of God.
"Everything written about me in the Law of Moses, the writings of the prophets, and the Psalms had to come true."
Reflect deeply. Discuss respectfully.
This study is offered as an invitation — not to debate, but to search the Scriptures together with thoughtful, prayerful hearts. You are warmly invited to bring your questions and reflections into the conversation.
Open a conversationCommon Questions
You might be wondering
What does the Bible teach about Jesus returning?
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Scripture proclaims that Christ will return visibly and gloriously to judge the living and the dead, gather his people, and renew all things. Passages such as Matthew 25, Luke 24:44, and the Apostles' Creed witness consistently to this hope.
What is the Apostles' Creed?
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The Apostles' Creed is an ancient summary of the Christian faith, confessing belief in the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. It distils the apostolic gospel into a confession the Church has shared for centuries.
Why is Christian confession important?
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Confession publicly expresses what we believe Scripture teaches. It anchors our faith in shared truth, protects us from drifting interpretations, and gives the believer a steady foundation for joy, courage and perseverance.
What does Scripture say about eternal life?
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Eternal life is the gift of God in Christ Jesus — a renewed life that begins now in fellowship with God and is completed in the resurrection, when believers will be raised to dwell with the Lord forever.
How should Christians prepare for Christ's return?
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By searching the Scriptures, confessing the faith honestly, living in love and watchfulness, and trusting that the One who promised is faithful. Readiness is not anxiety but joyful expectancy.
Will Christ's return surprise believers?
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Scripture comforts believers that the day will not overtake them like a thief. Those who live in the light of the gospel can welcome Christ's appearing with confidence rather than dread.