As believers, the anticipation of Jesus’ return is a central aspect of our faith. The Scriptures remind us to live each day in readiness, keeping our hearts alert and our spirits engaged. In this collection, we explore 30 powerful Bible verses that emphasize the importance of being prepared for Christ’s second coming.
These verses encourage us to maintain our faith, to watch and pray, and to live in a manner that reflects our hope in God’s promises. Let these scriptures inspire you to cultivate a life of readiness and expectation, as we await the glorious return of our Savior.

Therefore you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.

Therefore you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.

For you yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night.

Take heed, watch and pray; for you do not know when the time is.

Behold, I am coming as a thief. Blessed is he who watches, and keeps his garments, lest he walk naked and they see his shame.

You also be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand.

Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour in which the Son of Man is coming.

Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.

But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers.

And behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work.

And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed.

Looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.

Watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your Lord is coming.

Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man.

For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Therefore, beloved, looking forward to these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and blameless.

Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.

And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came, and those who were ready went in with him to the wedding; and the door was shut.

Behold, I am coming quickly! Hold fast what you have, that no one may take your crown.

And now, little children, abide in Him, that when He appears, we may have confidence and not be ashamed before Him at His coming.

And you yourselves be like men who wait for their master, when he will return from the wedding, that when he comes and knocks, they may open to him immediately.

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it; for the time is near.

Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing.

Who also said, Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.

Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

For the earnest expectation of the creation eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God.

For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first.

So that you come short in no gift, eagerly waiting for the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ.

And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also.
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Prepared for His Glorious Return
Heavenly Father,
We come before You with grateful hearts, seeking Your guidance and strength as we prepare for the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. Help us to remain vigilant and alert, ready to meet Him with joy and anticipation. Instill in us a spirit of readiness, so that we may live in a way that honors You and reflects Your love to those around us.
Lord, grant us wisdom to recognize the signs of the times and a deep longing for Your presence. May our lives be a testimony of faith, shining brightly in a world that needs Your light. Inspire us to share the good news of the Gospel, encouraging others to also be ready for that glorious day.
We ask for strength to overcome distractions and temptations that may lead us away from Your truth. Surround us with Your peace as we await the return of Jesus, and help us to hold fast to our faith, trusting in Your promises.
In Jesus’ name, we pray,
Amen.