Day 44

The Coming of the Son of Man

from the Ezekiel: Come to Life (Lent 2022) reading plan


Luke 21:1-38, Luke 22:1-2, Daniel 7:13-14

BY Ellen Wildman

I love to be prepared. Maybe you too like to write out long to-do lists each morning, or you meal prep so that you don’t have to think about lunch during the busy weekdays, or you spend hours rehearsing for a big meeting, speech, or concert. We prepare for both the big and the little things in life to put ourselves at ease, to gain clarity, and to move through our days with a greater sense of peace. And by understanding today’s passages, we can become more prepared for the glorious return of Jesus Christ.

Luke writes that the Son of Man will come “with power and great glory” (Luke 21:27). I don’t know about you, but glory can feel like an elusive concept to me. It’s something my soul craves but I don’t experience in my day-to-day life. Glory is magnificence, great beauty, high renown, or honor. 

Upon reflection, I can pinpoint moments in my life that fill me with a sense of smallness, reminders that there is something greater than just myself. A sunrise hike in Mykonos, cliff jumping in Tennessee, gazing up at redwood trees in California. I’m overwhelmed with awe when I realize that these magnificent things and moments are just a glimpse of His glory. And as I feel that amazement bloom within me, I can only imagine how that will be multiplied infinitely when Jesus returns for His people. His great glory, His mighty power, will be displayed for all to see. We will be awestruck and moved to praise like never before. I can’t wait.

It’s interesting to note here that Jesus’s glory-filled return will be something like His ascension—He will come to us physically and in a cloud (Acts 1:11).  He will return, dwelling among us, and He will reign over a kingdom that will never be destroyed. Doesn’t that fill your heart with a wondrous anticipation? As we reflect on our reading for today may we feel at peace knowing that Jesus will return to us again. Our preparations and perseverance are important while we wait for this magnificent event. In the meantime, we are strengthened in knowing He is with us always (Matthew 28:20). May we look for His glory on display today while we wait for Him to come again.

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40 thoughts on "The Coming of the Son of Man"

  1. Dorothy says:

    WOW!!! WOW!!! WOW!!! What a powerful, meaningful, insightful and impactful devotion Ellen wrote. I could fully relate to it. The last two paragraphs left me contemplating and wanting more. Several songs popped into my head while reading her devotional. I know that something has a lot of meaning if I can relate it to a song.
    The verses in Mark were also impactful, I don’t know that I have fully read those verses after the story of the widow. I rejoice in how SRT brings Scripture that maybe isn’t as well known to the forefront.
    Be blessed and may you feel at peace knowing that Jesus will return to us again sometime, maybe not in your lifetime.

  2. Rebecca says:

    I read that glory is to God like brightness is to the sun, or wetness is to water, or heat is to fire. Glory is the essence of God! I can’t wait to see the fullness of that glory one day! It is a bit scary for this natural mind to comprehend, but when I think of the state this world is in- now THAT’S scary! So, I continue to trust in Him who will keep me in perfect peace. Come, Lord Jesus! ❤️

  3. Morgan Latham says:

    Help me become better prepared for Your return. This world desperately needs You.

    1. Gwendolyn Vincent says:

      Amen!

  4. Rhonda J. says:

    Good Morning She’s!

    Oh Glorious Day!

    The old hymnal-

    What a day that will be
    When my Jesus I shall see
    When I look upon His face
    The One who saved me by His grace!

    When He takes me by the hand
    And leads me through Promised Land
    What a day, Glorious Day that will be!

    I pray I can be bold on Easter to share the true meaning with my grandkids, which is hard because the parents aren’t believers. They are raised in a society that doesn’t put much emphasis on Christ. I pray as believers that we become more bold, and quit letting the ways of the world mute our voices. I miss the days of new Easter dresses, and spending the night at church the night before Easter with the youth group to get up early to cook a sunrise Easter pancake breakfast for everyone! Oh the precious memories I have been raised in a believing family and community. I pray for you moms today (and grandma’s that are able) to get your children in good youth programs at your churches and be active parts in your church as much as you can and not only limited to Sundays!

    Have a lovely and JOYFUL day my friends!

  5. Sharon, Jersey Girl says:

    What an awesome experience it would be, to be alive and witness His coming in the clouds!

    Have a blessed Tuesday my She’s!

  6. Jennifer Loves Jesus says:

    “By your endurance, gain your lives” (Luke 21:19). “Affliction produces patient endurance” (Romans 5:3). “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning” (Psalm 30:5). Jesus is our Morning Star, He comes with everlasting joy in His light. No matter how long the night of weeping lasts, I know joy will come. I am grateful for my eyes that see the beauty of flowers blooming, in the simple quiet thighs there is joy now. In affliction, endurance is built. I am standing on guard, alert and praying that I may have strength (Luke 21:36). People in darkness see the light. And there are those who want to crush the source of light because they prefer the hiddenness of their pride and pleasures. But we, the light-bearers, will stand on the Rock, secure above the waves of chaos, shining until our King returns. Be watchful of my soul, and bear the light. Shine on sweet heart, shine on. Until… Maranatha.

  7. Courtney Davis says:

    Aren’t we on day 44? My app says 47

  8. Michelle Patire says:

    I love reading about Jesus’s second coming. A reason for hope — the reason itself. We will be united with God, face-to-face. May we be women who speak truth over the lies of this world. Lies of confusion about who Jesus is and how He will return. His return will be obvious and clear— His glory will be known in ALL the earth. Every eye will see. Every tongue will confess. Revelation 1:7: “Behold, He is coming with clouds, and every eye will see Him, even they who pierced Him.”

    Incredible — the most full circle moment. Everyone will see and know… and be seen and known. Nothing is hidden that won’t be revealed.

    Thank you, Jesus.

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