When Paul speaks of “the blessed hope” in Titus 2:13, he defines it as “the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ,” a specific expectation that belongs to the church—the appearing of Jesus Christ to gather His people. That appearing is the second coming itself — Christ returning personally, visibly, and gloriously for His people. How the Second Coming is our Blessed Hope It is the moment Christ appears in glory. Titus 2:13 directly ties … Continue reading →