Ever since Biblical times, people have speculated as to the timing of the end of the world as we know it.  Well-meaning scholars have foolishly set dates for Jesus’ expected return even though clearly warned in scripture that no one knows the day or hour but the Father in heaven.  However, although we do not know when, we are instructed to eagerly anticipate His return and to “hasten” the day.

    __  Read 2 Peter 3:10-13.  In as few words as possible, answer the following:

            What is coming?

            How will it come?

           What will happen when it comes?

          What attitude are believers to have as they wait on this day?

    __  Read first half of v.12 in as many translations as you can.  Record below the different words you find from different translations as to what we are to do about its coming.

            Looking at the words you recorded above, describe in your own words the instruction Peter is giving about how to regard the day when Christ is to come again.

    __ Read 1 Corinthians 1:7.  How does Paul regard the ways a believer should look at the day when our Lord Jesus Christ will be revealed?

    __  Read Philippians 3:20.  What is the reminder that Paul gives believers here?

    __  Read 2 Timothy 4:8.  How does Paul describe the believer who will receive the crown of righteousness?

    __  Read Hebrews 10:25.  The “day” to which the author of Hebrews refers is the same day to which Peter and Paul make reference.  How does this additional author describe the attitude that should be prevalent in the believer as he or she awaits that day?

    In conclusion, examine your own attitude towards the return of Jesus Christ.  Are you ready?  Do you honestly desire for that day to come as quickly as possible?  What do you need to change in your life in order to feel prepared to meet your Master face-to-face?