Highlight – Hebrews 9:28 so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him. (ESV)

Explain – Jesus is coming back!  He took care of our sin problem with His first appearing (Thank you Jesus!) and will now take us home to be with Him forever with His second appearing.  We should most certainly be those who are eagerly awaiting His arrival.

Apply – I’m doing better with the eagerly waiting part.  Perhaps it is age and the accumulating tribulations of this life.  Maybe it is preaching through Revelation. But I still can get lulled into focusing on the things of this world. I can still “forget” about what will ultimately be the greatest day of my existence.

Respond – “Father, I eagerly wait for the return of Jesus.  Maybe today?  I pray that you would find me to be ready and working diligently for the purposes of the Kingdom. I pray for those who are not ready for your return. May I be privileged to lead someone across the line of faith today.”