Meant for An Hour
“The sands of time are sinkingâ€
(Anne Ross Cousin, 1857, The Sands of Time)
“You also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour that you do not expectâ€
(Luke 12:40, ESV)
Introduction: Did you know that you were meant for an hour? In today’s lesson, we will look at part of the parable of the watchful servant (12:35-48); emphasizing vv. 35-40.
I. The Christian doctrine here is about the _______
_________ of Jesus (see also Hebrews 9:27,28).
II. Jesus’ coming has 3 essential characteristics:
1. ______________________________
2. ______________________________
3. ______________________________
III. Therefore: _________________________
Conclusion: While most have given up on living life with a sense of urgency, the redeemed have been given a heads-up, as it were. So, prepare to meet your Lord—you were meant for an hour!