Why Preach the Coming of the Lord?
Why preach the coming of the Lord?—Because the Lord is coming. But why say anything about it?—Because its theme is a part, a great part, of that Word and Gospel which the Lord commands his servants to preach. If they do not preach his coming, they are unfaithful or uninstructed servants. But here is another reason: He is our Friend. While we have not seen his personal presence, we have seen his abounding goodness and wisdom everywhere displayed; we know his power in saving from sin; we have tasted his love in cleansing, comforting, helping us, when all others passed us by, either not caring or knowing how to help or comfort. Our blessed Saviour, Comforter, Helper, King, is coming. We are glad; therefore we tell it. We shall see him as he is. We shall behold the King in his beauty. We would not share all these blessings alone. They are for all who will receive him. Will you not join us?