A Reflection
Friday, 06/05/26 at 10:02
Isaac Alvarado
Today, I was reflecting a bit on our behavior and our expectations regarding the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. I began to observe—in comparison to the Jewish people—how they cry out and groan for the coming of their Messiah, how deeply they long for Him. If one looks at the festivals they celebrate, and even the Sabbath itself, a central theme is the arrival of the Messiah. Almost everything they do and pray relates, in one way or another, to the longing for the Messiah’s return.
However, I have sadly observed among the “Christian” people that the subject of the Rapture and the return of Christ seems to be something that is spoken of, yet not given much importance. Instead, there is more talk of: “Get ready for your best season,” “Here comes the blessing,” “You are called to be victorious,” and so on.
And what about the Messiah? How central is the Messiah to our messages? Where is the desperate longing for His return?
Many have stopped waiting for the Messiah. They no longer yearn for His coming; there is no deep cry for His return. On the contrary, those who are raised up to warn the people are criticized, mocked, and slandered.
We ought to be ashamed!
The Lord, in His mercy, left us the Gospels, the Pauline epistles, and the Book of Revelation to prepare us well, for He is a God and Father of love who does not want anyone to perish. Yet, it seems we do not care…
I believe it is time for us—just like the Jewish people—to weep and cry out for His return: the return of Jesus Christ.
Does the Word not say in Revelation 22:17?
“And the Spirit and the Bride say, ‘Come!’ And let him who hears say, ‘Come!’ And let him who thirsts come. And whoever desires, let him take the water of life freely.”
It is not just the Spirit; the Bride does so as well.
Are you saying, “Come”? I believe it is time to say to Him: “Come, come, Lord Jesus, come!”
Perhaps we should take the Jewish people as an example, as they insistently cry out for the coming of their Messiah. Likewise, we must cry out for the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Amen!
