In the Bible we are told to be prepared for the coming of Jesus (Mark 13:33, Matt 24:42, Luke 21:34 and 1 Thess 5:6). The story of the 5 virgins in Matthew chapter 25, is also a reminder that we should be ready because Jesus could come when we are not expecting him. In fact, everything the Bible has to say about the rapture is that it will happen suddenly: "in the twinkling of an eye" (1 Cor 15:52), when we least expect it. Revelation 1:7 confirms that Jesus will definitely be coming back.

I don't believe there has been very much preaching about the Lord's return in our churches, but none the less in the scriptures, we are definitely advised to be ready. I believe this means we should be thinking about it, anticipating it and excited about it. Watching for the Lord's return doesn't mean neglecting our earthly duties or guessing what date it will be, because we are told that only the Father knows that (Mark 13:32). We need to be busy about the Father's business as we wait.

The Bible doesn't tell us a whole lot about what heaven will be like but we do know this, there will be non-stop worship (Rev. 4:8), there will be no more pain and sorrow (Rev. 21:4), we will enjoy the fountain of the water of life (Rev. 21:6) and we will have unbroken fellowship with God (Rev. 21:3). Now that is cause for excitement.

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