Obligated to Tell: Preparing for the Return of Christ

We are living in the last days. You aren’t obligated to believe, but I’m obligated to tell you. Jesus is coming back.

The world seems to be in chaos, doesn’t it? Everywhere you look, there’s conflict, confusion, and questions that leave people unsettled. It’s almost as if we’re living in a time when everything feels like it’s teetering on the edge, and, honestly, that’s not far from the truth. I don’t know where you stand on issues of faith, but I’m here to tell you one thing that I can’t stay quiet about: Jesus is coming back. Now, you don’t have to believe me. In fact, you’re free to ignore it altogether. But my responsibility isn’t to convince you; it’s to tell you the truth.

This isn’t some distant prophecy that doesn’t affect your daily life. It’s real, and it’s happening. You might think, “Well, people have been saying that for ages. What makes now any different?” Fair enough. But just because something has been said for a long time doesn’t mean it’s any less true. The Bible has been talking about these days for thousands of years, and the signs it described are playing out before our very eyes. Whether it’s global upheaval, natural disasters, or the way society has shifted, we’re living in times that point to one thing: things aren’t going to continue as they are forever.

Now, I get it. You might not be into religion, and maybe the idea of Jesus coming back feels like a stretch. But let me ask you this—what if it’s true? What if there really is more going on behind the scenes than we can see? What if all the chaos we’re witnessing is leading to something far bigger than any of us can imagine? That’s where we are right now. It’s not about fearmongering or trying to scare you into believing something you’re uncomfortable with. It’s about recognizing that the world we’re living in is on borrowed time, and sooner or later, we’re going to have to deal with the reality that there’s more to this life than what we see.

It might seem easy to brush off, especially when life is busy, and you’ve got a lot on your plate. We’ve all got jobs, relationships, responsibilities. We’re trying to get through each day, making the best decisions we can with what we know. But here’s the thing—what you decide about this reality, about Jesus, is going to matter more than anything else. It’s the difference between facing what’s coming with hope or facing it with uncertainty. You have a choice. That choice isn’t about being perfect or living up to some impossible standard. It’s about whether or not you’re willing to accept the truth that’s been laid out for you.

If you’re still reading, maybe a part of you is wondering if there’s something to all this. Maybe you’ve been feeling like there’s more to life than what you’ve been told. You’re not alone in that. We’ve all wrestled with questions about purpose, meaning, and what comes next. Some of us push those questions down because we’re afraid of what the answers might be. But here’s the beauty of it—Jesus doesn’t come to condemn or to point fingers. He comes to offer life, real life, beyond the temporary things we chase after every day.

The message of Jesus isn’t just about religious rituals or moral checklists. It’s about grace, plain and simple. We’ve all messed up. Every one of us has things we regret, things we wish we could change. The Bible calls that sin, and it’s not just about doing bad things—it’s about being disconnected from the God who created us. Sin broke the relationship between us and God, and that’s why the world is in the state it’s in today. But Jesus came to fix that. He lived the perfect life we couldn’t live, died the death we deserved, and rose again so that we could be reconciled with God.

That’s what this is all about. The reason Jesus is coming back isn’t just to wrap things up or put an end to the chaos. It’s to restore everything that’s been broken. The promise of His return is the promise of a new beginning, where justice, peace, and love will finally reign the way they were meant to from the start. But here’s the kicker: you have to decide what you’re going to do with that promise.

Some people will choose to ignore it, and that’s their right. But others will recognize that something inside of them has been longing for exactly what Jesus offers. If that’s you, then know that accepting this truth isn’t about jumping through religious hoops or pretending to be something you’re not. It’s about coming as you are, with all your doubts, fears, and questions, and saying, “God, I need You.”

You might be thinking, “But I’m not sure I can live up to all of this. What if I mess up?” That’s the beauty of grace. Jesus doesn’t expect perfection from you. He offers grace because He knows we can’t do this on our own. The Bible says, “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9). This isn’t about earning anything. It’s a gift, pure and simple. The choice you make isn’t about what you’ve done or haven’t done. It’s about accepting that Jesus has already done it all for you.

If you’re feeling a tug on your heart right now, that’s not by accident. This moment is an invitation, not just to believe something with your head, but to embrace the truth that can change everything about your life. There’s a reason people talk about hope, peace, and joy when they talk about Jesus—it’s because He brings all of that and more. When you choose to accept Him, you’re choosing to step into a life where you don’t have to carry the weight of the world on your own anymore.

This is a decision that affects eternity, but it also affects the here and now. Jesus doesn’t just want to give you a ticket to heaven and leave you to figure out the rest. He wants to walk with you, guide you, and transform your life from the inside out. That doesn’t mean everything will be easy. Life is still life, with its ups and downs. But it does mean that you’ll never walk through it alone.

So, what will you do with this truth? Will you continue living as if nothing’s changed, or will you take the step of faith that leads to the most important decision you’ll ever make? You don’t have to have all the answers right now. You just need to take that first step and trust that God will meet you right where you are.

The world may be in turmoil, but Jesus offers peace. Life may feel uncertain, but He offers hope. You may feel lost, but He offers the way. He’s coming back, and when He does, everything will be made right. The choice is yours. How will you respond?

If you are ready to give your life to Christ…

You don’t need a perfect past or a polished life to come to Jesus. He invites you as you are—broken, weary, or lost—to experience His love, forgiveness, and grace. Making the decision to follow Christ is the most important step you’ll ever take. It’s about acknowledging that you need Him, trusting in what He’s done for you, and inviting Him to take control of your life.

If you’re ready to begin this journey with Him, here’s a simple prayer you can say. Feel free to make it personal, expressing your own heart to God:

“God, I know that I’ve made mistakes and lived apart from You. I believe that Jesus died for my sins and rose again to give me new life. I ask for Your forgiveness and invite You to come into my life. Help me to follow You and live according to Your will. Thank You for Your love, grace, and the promise of eternal life. I commit my life to You today. Amen.”

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