return of Christ
You Shall Be My Witnesses: The Promise of the Spirit and the Ascension of Jesus (Acts 1:1–11)
Before He ascends, the risen Jesus gives His disciples forty days of proof, a command to wait, the promise of the Holy Spirit, and a mission that reaches to the ends of the earth: “You shall be My witnesses.” Then two messengers promise that this same Jesus will return.
The Parable of the Minas: Faithfulness While the King Is Away (Luke 19:11–27)
In Luke 19:11–27, Jesus tells the Parable of the Minas to correct misunderstandings about the Kingdom of God and to teach His followers about faithful stewardship while awaiting His return.
Be Ready for the Master’s Return: Faithfulness That Stays Prepared (Luke 12:35–48)
In Luke 12:35–48, Jesus teaches the importance of readiness, faithfulness, and accountability. This interaction reveals that preparation is not passive—it is active and ongoing.