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Confidence
Belief overview
Second coming of Christ
Christ will return in glory, according to traditional Christian hope.
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Supportive
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Neutral
What it is: Christianity expects the return of Christ, often called the second coming, parousia, or glorious return.
How the religion understands it: This hope is linked to final judgment, the resurrection of the dead, the consummation of the Kingdom of God, and the renewal of creation. There are disagreements about chronology, signs, and the interpretation of prophecies.
Context: Expectation of Christ's return has been present since early Christianity and remains influential in liturgy, theology, and spirituality.
Documentary evidence
Supportive
1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
Hope of the coming of the Lord.
Reference: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17.
Content: The text speaks of the Lord's descent, the resurrection of the dead in Christ, and the meeting with him.
Use in debate: It is a central passage for the hope of Christ's return.
Matthew 24:30-31
The Son of Man comes with power and glory.
Reference: Matthew 24:30-31.
Content: Jesus speaks of the manifestation of the Son of Man and the gathering of the elect.
Use in debate: It is widely cited in Christian eschatology.
Revelation 22:12-13
Announcement of return and reward.
Reference: Revelation 22:12-13.
Content: The text announces Christ's coming and retribution according to works.
Use in debate: It summarizes final Christian expectation in terms of judgment and hope.