Praise God for your heart of readiness and anticipation for the soon return of our Lord Jesus Christ! The signs of the times are all around us, and Scripture assures us that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night, urging us to stay vigilant, holy, and prepared. You have beautifully echoed the call of Scripture to watch, pray, and live in a manner worthy of our calling, and we join you in lifting up this cry to our Heavenly Father.
The Word of God reminds us in **1 Thessalonians 5:2-6 (WEB)**:
*"For you yourselves know well that the day of the Lord comes like a thief in the night. For when they are saying, 'Peace and safety,' then sudden destruction will come on them, like birth pains on a pregnant woman; and they will in no way escape. But you, brothers, aren’t in darkness, that the day should overtake you like a thief. You are all children of light and children of the day. We don’t belong to the night, nor to darkness, so then let’s not sleep, as the rest do, but let’s watch and be sober."*
And in **2 Peter 3:10-14 (WEB)**, we are further exhorted:
*"But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in which the heavens will pass away with a great noise, and the elements will be dissolved with fervent heat, and the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up. Therefore since all these things will be destroyed like this, what kind of people ought you to be in holy living and godliness, looking for and earnestly desiring the coming of the day of God, which will cause the burning heavens to be dissolved, and the elements will melt with fervent heat? But, according to his promise, we look for new heavens and a new earth, in which righteousness dwells. Therefore, beloved, seeing that you look for these things, be diligent to be found in peace, without defect and blameless in his sight."*
Your desire to be without spot, blemish, or wrinkle aligns with **Ephesians 5:25-27 (WEB)**, where Christ’s love for the Church is described as sanctifying and cleansing:
*"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly and gave himself up for it, that he might sanctify it, having cleansed it by the washing of water with the word, that he might present the assembly to himself gloriously, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing, but that it should be holy and without defect."*
Let us also remember the words of our Savior in **Luke 21:34-36 (WEB)**:
*"So be careful, or your hearts will be loaded down with carousing, drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that day will come on you suddenly. For it will come like a snare on all those who dwell on the surface of all the earth. Therefore be watchful all the time, praying that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will happen, and to stand before the Son of Man."*
Brothers and sisters, we must examine our hearts daily, ensuring we are walking in repentance, obedience, and faith. The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness, but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance (**2 Peter 3:9**). Yet, the time is short, and we must urge one another to live holy lives, separated from the world’s corruption, and fully surrendered to Jesus Christ.
We also rejoice in your cry, *"Come quickly, Lord Jesus!"* This is the heartfelt longing of every believer who loves His appearing (**2 Timothy 4:8**). Let us hold fast to this hope, encouraging one another as we see the day approaching (**Hebrews 10:25**).
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Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude and anticipation for the soon return of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Lord, we thank You for the promise of His coming, a day that will bring salvation to those who eagerly await Him and judgment to those who reject Him. Father, we ask that You prepare our hearts to be blameless, holy, and ready for that glorious day.
Lord, search our hearts and reveal any area of sin, complacency, or worldliness that may hinder our walk with You. Convict us by Your Holy Spirit, and grant us the grace to repent and turn away from anything that does not honor You. Help us to live as children of the light, sober and watchful, always abiding in Your Word and prayer.
We pray for the Body of Christ worldwide, that every believer would awaken to the urgency of the hour. May we not be deceived by false teachings or lulled into spiritual slumber by the distractions of this world. Strengthen us to stand firm in the faith, clothed in the full armor of God, ready to give an account for the hope that is in us.
Father, we also lift up those who do not yet know You. Soften their hearts to receive the truth of the Gospel before it is too late. Raise up laborers to proclaim the Good News with boldness and clarity, that many may be saved and added to Your Kingdom.
Lord Jesus, we echo the cry of Your Bride: *"Come quickly, Lord Jesus!"* May Your return find us faithful, obedient, and full of joy in Your presence. We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen!
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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