THE DAY APPROACHES

‘’..but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching’’ - Hebrews 10:25 (BSB)

A man visited a school and promised that he would give a prize to the pupil whose desk he found in the best order when he returned. “But when will you return?” the student asked. “That I cannot tell,” was his answer. A little girl, who had been noted for her disorderly habits, announced that she will win the prize. “You!” her schoolmates jeered; “how, knowing that your desk is always out of order.” “Oh! But I will clean it the first day of every week.” “But suppose he should come at the end of the week?” someone asked. “Then I will clean it every morning.” “But he may come at the end of the day.” For a moment the little girl was silent. “I know what I’ll do,” she said decidedly, “Then, I’ll just keep it clean at all times.”

There is need for believers to be ready at all times for the second coming of Jesus Christ (Matt 25:13). When He returns, everyone who meets the cut off mark for admission into Heaven will be admitted. The sheep shall be separated from the goats and many people will be left behind (Matt 24:40-41, 25:32-33). Unfortunately, there will be no second batch admission to Heaven. All believers who by grace had kept their tables clean and garments undefiled till His coming shall march out of this wicked world. They shall meet the Bridegroom in the sky for the marriage solemnization (1 Thess 4:16-18, Rev. 19:7-9). Oh, what a glorious day this will be. 

‘’This is all the more urgent, for you know how late it is; time is running out. Wake up, for our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. The night is almost gone; the day of salvation will soon be here. So remove your dark deeds like dirty clothes, and put on the shining armor of right living….’’ Romans 13:11-14 (NLT)

Friends, Christ’s second coming is imminent. Yes, the night is almost over and the day is near (Romans 13:11-14). The worst thing that can ever happen to anyone is to miss the rapture of the saints. Nothing in this world is worth going to Hell for (Mark 8:36-37). Unfortunately, some of the people who are raising shoulders and boasting that they are doing great works for God today may eventually miss His glorious appearing (Matthew 7:23). Therefore, it is important that we constantly examine ourselves and make our ways right with God. This is very crucial and demands our urgent action. We cannot afford to let anything make this golden moment slip off our hands. Let us redeem the time now and live daily in readiness for His glorious appearance. Remember that nobody knows when Christ will return. Please be prepared.  

One special song that re-echoes the need to live ready for Christ's return is titled "The Day Approaches". 

THE DAY APPROACHES 

The day approaches; Jesus soon is coming.

Redeem the time; it must not slip away.

Lord, make us ready for the cry: “Behold Him!”

By using every moment of each day. 

When Jesus comes, will we go in to meet Him?

When Jesus comes, will we from self have ceased?

He’s coming soon to take the wise ones with Him.

Oh, let us not be left outside the feast.

Lord, help us to redeem these golden moments;

Our vessels fill with ointment from above;

Help us amen each trial and tribulation;

Increase in us; make us abound in love. 

He’s coming soon—these moments are so precious.

The oil is here—Oh, let us buy the more.

Amen the trials and welcome tribulations;

The kingdom’s ours through these afflictions sore.

May we receive grace to live every day with eternity in view so that we will not be left behind.  

On behalf of my esteemed father in the Lord, Pastor. E. A. Adeboye, I would like to invite you to the 72nd Annual Convention of RCCG. Theme: HEAVEN. Date:  Monday, 5th to Sunday 11th August, 2024. Venue: The Redemption City, Mowe, Nigeria. 

Good day and God bless you.

Maranatha!

Bro. Okanlawon Taiwo

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