The Second Coming of Christ: Encouragement to Watch and Be Ready for Our Lord’s Return [Updated and Annotated]

by Dwight L. Moody, Müller Needham Ryle, J Fogdall (Editor)

When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the angels with Him, then He will sit on His glorious throne. – Matthew 25:31

Whoever neglects the second coming of Christ has only a mutilated gospel, for the Bible teaches us not only of the death and sufferings of Christ, but also of His return to reign in honor and glory. His second coming is mentioned and referred to over three hundred times. There is hardly any church that does not make a great deal of baptism, yet in all of Paul's epistles, baptism is spoken of only thirteen times, while he speaks about the return of our Lord fifty times; and yet the church has had very little to say about it. The devil does not want us to see this truth, for nothing would wake up the church so much.

The moment a man realizes that Jesus Christ is coming back again to receive His followers to Himself, this world loses its hold upon that man. Gas prices, technology innovations, and the stock market are of much less consequence to him then. His heart is free, and he looks for the blessed appearing of His Lord, who, at His coming, will take him into His blessed kingdom. Are you watching and ready for Christ’s return for His bride? Are you occupied with the work He has given you to do in His kingdom here on earth, so that you may have a reward when He comes?

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian, Theology, Religion, Spirituality, Christian Living

135 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1996

About the author

Dwight Lyman Moody was a predominant evangelist, author, and publisher. Raised on a farm in Massachusetts, he moved first to Boston, where he converted to evangelical Christianity in 1856, and then to Chicago, where he prospered in business. He gave up business in 1860 and engaged in missionary work with the YMCA (1861-73).

He founded Moody Church and preached in the slums, emphasizing literal interpretation of the Bible and the need to prepare for the Second Coming. In 1870 he teamed up with the hymn writer Ira D. Sankey (1840-1908), and they began a series of highly popular revival tours in Britain and the U.S. Moody founded the Northfield School (1879), the Mount Hermon School (1881), and the Chicago Bible Institute (1889; now the Moody Bible Institute).

Reviews

[Esteban · Rating 5 out of 5]

A balanced, scriotural overview of this important subject

Without getting sidetracked into some of the more controversial teachings about the second coming but without ignoring them (Spurgeon's Q&A session is a masterpiece) this booked remains faithful to Scripture and is a timely reminder of an oft-ignored subject.

[F · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I downloaded this book I thought it was a whole book by Moody on the second coming. I was disappointed when I discovered each chapter was by a different author. I decided to read it anyway and boy am I glad I did. Each chapter was great and each author brought a different perspective yet Bible-based, Christ honoring and soul-stirring. Highly recommended.

[Graeme Hodgson · Rating 5 out of 5]

The second coming of Christ is a book the everyone should read! The revelations of Jesus's coming to fetch His Bride (in the near future!) by the different authors was really awe inspiring and such confirmation of the fact that it is factually so true! Thank you loving Father for your timing of this truth.

[Kristal Holtzclaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. It is Biblical and it was interesting and easy to understand with plenty of scriptures to prove what was being claimed.

[terry curtis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book I Christian expectations

This book is a eye opener and would be used for the glory of God Jesus could come back very soon are you ready for is coming

[Robert N · Rating 5 out of 5]

Caution! This book will excite you!

As I read and kept reading this book, I noticed my wonder and excitement for the Lord’s return grew with each passing page. A terrific read.

[Philip Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent expositions of key passages surrounding Christ's second advent. Not a rigorous case for a particular eschatological perspective, but more of a pastoral application of the doctrine generally. In saying that, 95% of the book was from my own view—imminency, implicitly amillennial, general resurrection, general judgement (ie. 'great white throne' judgement could happen today)—and so it resonated with me to see my own perspective being expounded upon by Spurgeon.

It got a little confusing in the final chapter when Spurgeon admits that he leans premillennial (but that he could be off), given that he's already said that the great white throne happens at the second advent multiple times in the book (?). This final chapter serves as a snapshot of Spurgeon's eschatological thought throughout the 63 sermon volumes, which is convoluted to say the least (all three major eschatological views can find Spurgeon passages that align with their view). In saying that, an excellent book reminding us that Christ's imminent return prompts hope and holy living.

[Michael Joseph · Rating 2 out of 5]

Inspiring to greater godliness. Somewhat doctrinally informative. If you are honestly interested in the subject, this js a good book.

[Diane · Rating 2 out of 5]

Harder than most to get into.