What does the Bible teach about Christ’s return and eternal hope?

What we believe

We believe Jesus Christ will return personally. We look forward to the resurrection, the final judgment, and the new heavens and new earth. Our hope in His return calls us to live faithfully and share the Gospel now.

How do Revelation and Paul describe Christ’s return?

Revelation 1:7 says Christ comes with clouds and every eye will see Him. Revelation 19:11–16 depicts heaven opened and Christ on a white horse, wearing many crowns, followed by the armies of heaven. The illustration brings those two descriptions together. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, Paul grounds comfort for grieving believers in Jesus’ death and resurrection and the promise that they will be with the Lord.

What future does Revelation describe?

Revelation 20:11–15 describes final judgment. Revelation 21:1–5 then portrays a new heaven and new earth where God dwells with His people and wipes away their tears. These passages place accountability and restoration in the same Biblical picture.

Read the Scriptures in context

KJV · Revelation 1:7 · Revelation 19:11-16 · Matthew 24:29-31 · Acts 1:9-11 · 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 · Revelation 20:11-15 · Revelation 21:1-5

Put it into practice

Read 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 and Revelation 21:1–5. Think of one person you can encourage or serve because of the hope these passages offer.