The 6000 Year Theory and the Return of Jesus

No, Jesus will not return in 2027 according to the 6000-year theory; rather, the evidence confirms that the 6000 years of human history have already reached their completion or are just now expiringARSH June 9, 1859, page 18.12+1. While various chronologies exist, the prophetic periods and signs of the times clearly demonstrate that the second advent is near, even at the doors Matthew 24:334T 592.1.

The 6000-Year Timeline

The history of this world is partitioned into a 6000-year period of sin and toil, followed by a 1000-year Sabbath rest for the earthARSH January 16, 1900, page 41.1+1.

• Creation to the Present: Biblical chronology and the testimony of the apostles indicate that the world is now approximately 6000 years oldARSH June 9, 1859, page 18.12+1.

• Usher’s Chronology: While traditional calculations like Usher’s placed creation at 4004 B.C., corrections based on the book of Acts regarding the period of the judges show that the 6000-year mark has essentially been reached Acts 13:20ARSH June 9, 1859, page 18.12.

• Satan's Reign: For nearly 6000 years, Satan has maintained his work of ruin and rebellion on this earthHvn 130.1+1.

• Human Degeneracy: The fruit of over 6000 years of transgression is evident in the rapid accumulation of disease and the decay of human vital forceCTBH 154.2+1.

The Meaning of the Seventh Millennium

The completion of 6000 years leads directly into the millennium, which is the 1000-year period when Satan is bound and the earth lies desolate to enjoy the Sabbaths of which it was robbedARSH June 9, 1859, page 18.12+1.

• The Rest for the Earth: Just as God appointed six days for labor and the seventh for rest, the earth must lie quiet for 1000 years after 6000 years of sin Genesis 2:2ARSH January 16, 1900, page 41.1+1.

• The Fate of the Wicked: At the start of this period, the wicked are destroyed by the brightness of Christ's coming, and the saints are taken to the heavenly city 2 Thessalonians 2:8SAIN 65.2+1.

• The First Resurrection: The righteous dead are raised at the beginning of the thousand years to reign with Christ Revelation 20:4-6PTUK March 23, 1893, page 84.8.

Can We Set a Precise Date?

While the nearness of the advent is a certainty, setting a specific future date like 2027 contradicts the scriptural warnings regarding the "day and the hour" Matthew 24:36TM 233.1.

• Unknown Day and Hour: The Bible explicitly states that no man knows the exact day or hour of the return of the Son of Man Matthew 24:36GC88 370.2.

• Duty to Watch: Although the exact moment is not revealed to us now, we are commanded to watch and know when the event is "near, even at the doors" Matthew 24:42GC88 370.2+1.

• Final Announcement: The specific day and hour of Jesus' coming will only be declared by the voice of God Himself just before Christ appears in the cloudsDD 49.3+2.

A Call to Preparation

Since we are living in the very last days of the 6000-year period, our primary focus should be on personal sanctification and spiritual readinessCD 163.3+1. 🕊️

• Separation from Sin: True preparation for the Lord's coming is defined by an absolute separation from sin and a devotion to righteousnessARSH January 31, 1899, page 68.8.

• Spiritual Vigilance: We are encouraged to watch, pray, and work, ensuring our hearts are not overcharged with the cares of this life Luke 21:3414MR 308.2+1.

• Promoting Health: Part of preparing a people for the second advent involves the promulgation of health principles to restore both body and soulAUCR June 1, 1900, par. 1.

• The Hope of the Saints: For those who love His appearing, the return of Jesus is a source of great joy and the fulfillment of every longing hopeGC88 338.2+2.