I Saw a Savior

The term “Parousia,” derived from Greek, is often translated as “coming” or “presence” and is typically associated with the “Second Coming” of Christ in Christian theology. This concept refers to the anticipated return of Jesus Christ to Earth as promised in the New Testament. The Parousia is seen as the fulfillment of various biblical prophecies, particularly those found in the Gospels, the Book of Revelation, and the writings of Paul.

Key themes associated with the Parousia include:

  1. Judgment: The Parousia is frequently connected with the idea of a final judgment, where Christ will judge the living and the dead. This judgment is described as a time of reckoning, determining eternal destinations based on one’s life and relationship with God.
  2. Resurrection of the Dead: The Second Coming is believed to coincide with the resurrection of believers who have died. They, along with those still alive, will be transformed to enter into eternal life.
  3. Restoration of Creation: In Christian eschatology, the Parousia is anticipated as a time when Christ will establish his kingdom fully, bringing about a restored and perfected creation free of suffering, sin, and death.
  4. Imminence and Watchfulness: Throughout the New Testament, the Parousia is presented as an event that could happen at any time, urging believers to be watchful, faithful, and ready for Christ’s return.

The concept of the Parousia has been interpreted differently across Christian denominations and theological traditions, with some viewing it as a literal, physical return of Christ and others as a symbolic or spiritual renewal of God’s kingdom on Earth.

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The Terrifying Judgement

O Jesus, King most wonderful,
Thou Conqueror renowned!
Thou Sweetness most ineffable,
In Whom all joys are found!

When once Thou visitest the heart,
Then truth begins to shine;
The earthly vanities depart;
Then kindles love Divine.

O Jesus, Light of all below!
Thou Fount of life and fire,
Surpassing all the joys we know,
And all we can desire!

May every heart confess Thy Name,
And ever Thee adore;
And seeking Thee, itself inflame
To seek Thee more and more.

Thee may our tongues forever bless;
Thee may we love alone;
And ever in our lives express
The image of Thine Own. Amen.

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Matthew 25:36-40

We passed the test of the Muslims today.

36 was naked and you clothed Me; I was sick and you visited Me; I was in prison and you came to Me.’

37 “Then the righteous will answer Him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You drink? 38 When did we see You a stranger and take You in, or naked and clothe You? 39 Or when did we see You sick, or in prison, and come to You?’ 40 And the King will answer and say to them, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me.’

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