The Coming of the Lord Jesus Christ

Bishop Everett H. Jefferson Sr.

Description

The born-again believers are preparing for the return of Christ to the earth. It also gives events on the earth leading up to Christ’s return.

The Coming of the Lord Jesus expresses the people living on the earth since the beginning of time until the coming of Jesus Christ. These characters express their dedication to the Word of the Lord and their expectation to the coming of the Lord.

Sujets

• Religion
• Christianisme
• Christian Living
• Inspirational
• Philosophie et théologie
• Ángel (desambiguación)
• Jesús de Nazaret
• Expectation
• Jesus
• Rapture
• Angels
• Heaven
• Return
• The Rapture
• Revelation
• Jésus de Nazareth

Informations

• Publié par: WestBow Press
• Date de parution: 11 juillet 2023
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9798385001118
• Langue: English

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THE COMING OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST
 
 
For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first.
1 Thessalonians 4:16 (NJKV)
Therefore comfort one another with these words.
1 Thessalonians 4:18 (NJKV)
 
 
Bishop Everett H. Jefferson, Sr.
 
 
 
 
 
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ISBN: 979-8-3850-0110-1 (sc)
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WestBow Press rev. date: 07/11/2023
The Coming of the Lord Jesus Christ
But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. 14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus. For this we say to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive and remain until the coming of the Lord will by no means precede those who are asleep. For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord. Therefore comfort one another with these words. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (NKJV)
Dedication
I dedicate this book to my wife, Elaine Jefferson three sons and their wives, Everett Jefferson II and Dorsharica Jefferson, Eric and Dawn Jefferson, Elliot and Schnelle Jefferson. My ministerial colleagues. My grandsons and granddaughters have given me an abundance of ministerial support by the preaching and teaching of the Gospel, administrative, as well as musical help for the building of the Kingdom of God. I thank my wife, Elaine W. Jefferson for her committed effort in helping me with the promotion and sales of this book and others help that allow me to continue working on the charge the Lord has given me. My wife has given me her constant encouragement to express my God given thoughts through public speaking, writing, and publishing. Her God given motivation inspires me to keep writing even in my sickness and pain. I love Elaine and pray she will be with me throughout the time Almighty God gives us both on earth. I also dedicate this book to the memories of my mother, the late Katie Jefferson, and grandmother, the late Pearl Juitt, schoolteachers who encouraged me to learn the necessary course work for my career in public speaking and writing. My father the late Percy Jefferson who encouraged me to do well in school and live according to the Laws of God. Other schoolteachers throughout my educational career that allowed me to be proficient in my educational studies, as I practice English, Language Arts, and other academic studies that would help me be efficient in my educational career. My educators also taught me to be efficient in communication skills that allowed me to be successful with my peers. I am grateful for the late Dr. Steven Haymon Ed. D, a professor of psychology who has written several books in his field and practiced psychology in the greater Saint Louis, Missouri area. The Professors of the Loyola University of Maryland provided me with the necessary skills to write and helped me to develop the art of expression through writing. My Biblical skills and knowledge were developed at the Bethesda Temple Church in St. Louis, Missouri, pastored by the late Bishop James A. Johnson. It is difficult to name all the people that had a great influence in my life. Many relatives, schoolteachers, friends, and co-workers have encouraged me to do great things and helped me to continue in my educational field. I have learned so much from so many people. I love and respect those who helped me achieve the wisdom and knowledge to express myself verbally and literally. I am grateful to acknowledge all that have given me wisdom to express God’s Word and live in a domain that gives courage and strength to live what I teach and preach. I believe that expressing the good things in life and encouraging others to be good citizens of heaven and earth is part of our Godly commitment on earth. We should also be helpful to others, growing and developing in the good things that Almighty God desires for all of us to do. I will always be grateful for the help I have received throughout my spiritual and educational careers. I pray God’s richest blessing upon all that have helped me to become the husband, minister, teacher, and friend that I am today.
Preface
The Coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, (I Thessalonians 4:8-11) . In this 21 st century when we are informed about the coming of the Lord, we may become excited for a moment, but we soon shift back to our day-to-day activities. We soon forget that the Lord has informed us through His Word in I Thessalonians 4:8-11 , that He would return and take His people out of the earth. We are instructed in Revelation 3:14-22 that we are living in the last stages of the church. The Bible has informed us that the church would be neither cold nor hot but lukewarm. We are experiencing this as we see the body of Christ decrease in its excitement for the things of God. Revelation 3:17 reveals a clear picture of where the church is today and in the future. Note what the Word of the Lord declares, “Because you say, ‘I am rich, have become wealthy, and have need of nothing’—and do not know that you are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked—” (Revelation 3:17, NKJV). It is obvious that the lukewarm nature has found its way into the 21 st century church. We are blessed with some of the best living conditions ever, great modes of transportation, good jobs, and an abundance of food! Please do not misunderstand me. God is allowing us to be blessed with all these things. However, as we enjoy all these blessings, please do not forget our Lord Jesus Christ who came to earth, and willingly gave His life that we may have eternal life! Now is the time for the children of God to expect and prepare for the Lord’s return. Consider the Word of the Lord. “ Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, who also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.” (Acts 1:9-11, NKJV). The Apostle Paul reminds us that the Lord is coming back for His Church, His Body, His Bride. Do not forget that we are the church. We are His Body and at the coming of the Lord, we will soon become His Bride! Since we are in this church age and the church has become lukewarm; remove yourselves from being lukewarm and switch to the hot mode. In doing so you will see the glory of God and be ready for the coming of the Lord! Jesus declared, “I stand at the door and knock...” (Revelation 3:20a, NKJV). Jesus is knocking on the door of each of our hearts. He wants each of us to come back to His designated place in our hearts and enjoy the sweet communion that we once shared with Him! There are so many things in this life that have distracted us from expecting the return of the Lord Jesus. Nevertheless, Jesus has given us the power to overcome whatever has pulled us away from Him. Note Jesus’ declaration in the scripture: “ To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne. “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” (Revelation 3:21-22, NKJV). The Lord has given us that overcoming power through the Holy Spirit that resides in us. The Holy Spirit that is dwelling in us will give us the power to overcome every wicked force that has moved us to that lukewarm state. Are you ready to overcome the lukewarm state and become hot again for the things of God? There is an old song that remains in my heart since I gave my life to the Lord Jesus Christ…
“Oh, I want to see Him, look upon His face,
There to sing forever of His saving grace;
On the streets of glory let me lift my voice,
Cares all past, home at last, ever to rejoice.”
When I experie