“After that, he was seen by more than 500 of his followers at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have died.” (1 Corinthians 15:6)
Imagine the profound blessing those early followers of Jesus experienced. They knew Him intimately before His crucifixion, and then they witnessed the miracle of His resurrection. This group, having listened to His teachings and shared meals with Him, must have felt an incredible longing for His return. They had witnessed His suffering and then rejoiced in His victory over death. After witnessing His ascension, their hearts must have been filled with anticipation, believing He would return at any moment.
Fast forward two thousand years, and we find ourselves in a similar position—waiting. Although we may not have walked with Jesus in the flesh, we can still approach Him in prayer, and though He hasn’t shared our meals, we participate in communion with Him. Each day, we live in the shadow of the cross, reflecting on the immense sacrifice He made for us and longing for His glorious return.
Yet, this waiting is not a passive endeavor. It is a call to action. In the meantime, we are tasked with sharing the incredible story of God’s love and the sacrifice of Christ for our sins—a truth that resonates through all of eternity.
“We should live in the expectation of the return of Jesus.”
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, I eagerly await the return of Your Son and the Kingdom that follows. Remind me that this world is temporary and that my true home is with Christ. Until He returns, grant me strength, wisdom, and opportunities to share the message of our coming King. Keep us anchored in the Shadow of the Cross as we anticipate Your Glorious and Triumphant return. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Rob Lavallee
Scriptural Seeds Ministries
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