Jesus Is Coming (but we’re acting like he’s not)

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Show Notes: https://page.church.tech/e1eef10f Get John’s new book, The King is Coming here: https://www.amazon.com/King-Coming-Prepare-Return-Christ/dp/1400349672/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0 Click here to start your free trial with LOGOS today: http://logos.com/Bevere 🫱🏼‍🫲🏾 Support this podcast by becoming a partner here (tax-deductible): https://1mg4rhv.s.gy/F3ZwVU To help you grow as a follower of Christ, we invite you to download our everyday discipleship app, MessengerX. You can get it here: https://messengerx.com/ To explore the other podcast shows that are part of the Messenger Network, click here: https://messengerinternational.org/podcasts ______________________________________ What if Christ’s return isn’t a distant doctrine, but the climax of history’s greatest love story? In this episode, John explains how the prophetic vision of Christ’s return is meant to transform our daily lives and purify our hearts. He uses the analogy of a puzzle to show why many find prophecy confusing—they haven’t taken the time to see the complete picture. Tune in now to unravel the mysteries surrounding end-time prophecy and discover how the return of Christ is more than an event; it’s the reunion of a Bridegroom with His Bride. _______________________________________________ Chapter Markers 00:00 Why the Second Coming Is Everywhere in the Bible 01:24 Why the Second Coming Scares People 03:08 Prophecy Is a Puzzle, Not a Timeline 04:58 The Puzzle Analogy That Changes Everything 07:27 Why One Verse Will Never Be Enough 10:30 Prophecy Is About Preparation, Not Panic 11:57 You Don’t Prepare Later — You Prepare Now 13:02 Simeon: The Man Who Recognized Jesus Early 14:11 Eagerly Waiting Has a Purifying Effect 17:22 Eternal Perspective vs. Short-Term Living 18:34 Prophetic Vision Fuels Anticipation 20:18 When There’s No Vision, People Drift 23:02 Set Your Mind on Things Above 25:02 Where Your Mind Goes When It’s Neutral 26:32 Vision Creates Discipline and Focus 29:05 The Chevelle Story: Why Vision Sustains Effort 31:56 Run With Purpose, Not Distraction 33:24 The Second Coming Is a Wedding, Not an Event 35:21 Why Jesus Is Eager to Return 38:28 God Wanted a Bride for His Son 41:49 Why Heaven Isn’t Boring 45:33 Authority, Nations, and the Eternal Kingdom 46:42 The Danger of Delaying His Return 47:22 Where Is Your Mind Really Set? ________________________________________ Social Handles and Websites Instagram: @johnbevere Facebook: facebook.com/JohnBevere.page/likes_all/?utm_source=chatgpt.com TikTok: @johnbevere https://johnbevere.com/

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• Jesus Christ