Tag: second coming
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Being Ready for Jesus’ Return: The Parable of the 10 Virgins
Jesus is coming back. This is called the “second advent” or “second coming.” There is no shortage of speculation; but what does Jesus himself tell us about what we should be doing while we wait? This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) explains his instruction in Matthew 25:1-13. What should we be doing when…
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How do I purify myself? (From sap to syrup)
The apostle says we should “purify” ourselves. It will prepare us to meet Jesus, make our lives more pleasing to God, and improve our quality of life. This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) explores 1 John 2:28-3:10, leverages a simple-but-helpful Canadian illustration, and offers practical help.
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Can you explain the rapture, second coming, and if dead believers are in limbo?
In this episode I answer a question in a Q & A Forum about the rapture, second coming and if dead believers are in limbo.
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![It’s (b)right around the corner [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/dec-10.png?w=1024)
It’s (b)right around the corner [Sermon]
Despair. It’s everywhere. But Jesus’ people have many reasons to hope! He is coming back. And since we know what will happen eventually, this influences how we live presently. This sermon is on 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18.
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![It’s getting harder to know what’s real [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/dec-3.png?w=1024)
It’s getting harder to know what’s real [Sermon]
Deep fake videos, scammers and A.I. It’s getting hard to know what’s real. The Thessalonians had been duped concerning Jesus’ return. Paul sets the record straight, and also gives us wisdom to ponder for navigating life today. This sermon is on 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17.
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The Rebellion, Man of Lawlessness, and Return of Christ (Growing Deeper with 2 Thessalonians 2)
The Rebellion and the Man of Lawlessness need to appear before the return of Jesus. But who are they, and what should we do? This episode is a Bible study on 2 Thessalonians 2.
