Awaiting Christ’s Return with Readiness and Faith (2 Thessalonians 2)

In this lecture, Don Carson examines 2 Thessalonians 2, offering biblical insight into how Christians should anticipate Christ’s return. Carson emphasizes the importance of being steadfast in faith. Carson discusses the necessity of understanding prophetic events, and he urges believers to stand firm in the truth as they await the fulfillment of God's promises.

He teaches the following:

• Christ’s return is imminent, urging believers to live in constant readiness
• Why believers should prepare for a potentially extended period before Christ's return
• Christians should acknowledge God's sovereign election and the blessings already received through the gospel
• Why believers must remain anchored in truth and God’s eternal promises
• Why we must reject teachings that promise immediate wealth and health
• Believers should not succumb to a defeatist mindset that sees the world as beyond redemption
• Why we should avoid making definitive claims about the timing of Christ's return
• Christians should allow the anticipation of Christ’s return to shape daily life, priorities, and actions