The King's Return

As a culture, we are obsessed with the end of the world, or at least the end of the world as we know it. Do you have a favorite post-apocalyptic TV show, book, or movie (i.e., Walking Dead, The Road, Hunger Games, etc.)? What does this interest tell us about ourselves?

How do you feel when you read Jesus’ description of coming judgment? Are there things in the world that you think are worthy of this kind of judgment? Is it difficult to trust that God’s judgment will be fair?

How do you feel about the promise that Jesus will return? Does this promise inspire hope, fear, etc.?

What does it mean to be alert and anticipating the return of Jesus? How could you stay ready for His return? What do the two parables show you about how you should prepare for His promised return?

Examine your life by considering Jesus’ promised return. Where are you doing the work Jesus has assigned? How can you live with a sense of urgency and obedience to Jesus?