Christ Quote by John Piper
““And Christ "will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him." (Heb 9:28). And "on his robe and on his thigh he has a name written"---not king of the Jews, but "King of all kings and Lord of lords." (Rev. 19:16). Amen. Come, King Jesus.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Evangelical preaching on Revelation and Christology, 2015
Christ will return not to judge sin but to rescue eager believers, and his title surpasses earthly kingship, emphasizing ultimate divine authority.
In simple terms: Jesus returns to save, not judge, and is supreme king.
Key Takeaway
Live in hopeful anticipation of Christ’s return.
Themes
faith
hope
eternity
authority
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church teaching
- missionary work
Key Concepts
eschatology
Christology
biblical prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “eagerly waiting” mean for you?
- How does this view affect daily living?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of prophecy vary across denominations.
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