The Promise of His Coming (Part 1)
For the week of December 7-13, 2025
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Introduction
Advent is a season of anticipation, preparation, and hope. As we prepare to celebrate Christ's first coming at Christmas, we also remember His promise to come again. The same God who fulfilled His promise to send a Savior will fulfill His promise to return as King.
The Bible is filled with promises about Christ's coming—both His first advent in humility and His second advent in glory. These promises sustained God's people through centuries of waiting and continue to give us hope today.
I. Promise PROCLAIMED Throughout Scripture
For a child will be born to us. A son will be given to us; and the government will be on his shoulder. His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6).
God's promise of a coming Savior echoes throughout the Old Testament, from Genesis to Malachi. These prophecies gave hope to God's people and provide certainty about God's faithfulness to His word.
II. Promise FULFILLED in Christ's Birth
But when the fullness of the time came, God sent out his Son, born to a woman, born under the law, that he might redeem those who were under the law (Galatians 4:4-5).
Christ's first coming perfectly fulfilled centuries of prophecy, demonstrating God's faithfulness and providing salvation for all who believe. The incarnation shows that God keeps His promises.
III. Promise ANTICIPATED in His Return
Let not your heart be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many homes. If it weren't so, I would have told you. I am going to prepare a place for you. If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again (John 14:1-3).
Just as Christ fulfilled His promise to come as Savior, He will fulfill His promise to return as King. This future hope sustains us through present difficulties and motivates faithful living.
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