How The 1st Coming Is Like The 2nd

Luke 2:1-7

Theme: Early Events in the Life of Jesus

Key Verse: v.7

52 verses; 1,094 words

Grade: 6.0

Here are the prophetic Biblical SIMILARITIES of both Advents.

I. Taxation Is Increased. V.1

NKJV, CSB, ESV “registered”

NASB, NIV “census”

When Jesus came the first time a dictator was in charge.

When Jesus returns a Roman dictator will be in charge. Revelation 17:8-12

This dictator will be raising taxes. Daniel 11:20-21

II. There Will Be One Universal Language.

When Jesus came the first time Greek was the universal language.

When Jesus returns their will be a universal language.

III. Their Are Private Then Public Appearances.

When Jesus came the first time it was quietly announced to a small crowd (vs.8-9) then publicly (John 1:29)

When Jesus returns He will take out a small crowd (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18) the publicly seven years later (Revelation 1:7).

Conclusion:

Are you ready for His return?