Preparing for the Lord’s Return

Understanding the Importance of the Second Coming

Elder Christofferson discusses the importance of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that it is a time when oppression, injustice, poverty, suffering, and even death will cease. He highlights the need for us to prepare ourselves and the world for this event.

It is supremely important to prepare the world for the Second Coming of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Let us do all we can to relieve suffering and sorrow now, and let us devote ourselves more diligently to the preparations needed for the day when pain and evil are ended altogether.

• Why is it important to prepare for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ?
• What changes will occur at the Second Coming?
• How can you personally prepare for the Second Coming?
• What actions can you take to help others prepare for the Second Coming?

The Church's Unique Role in Preparing for the Second Coming

Elder Christofferson explains that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has a unique role in preparing for the Second Coming. He emphasizes that the Church is uniquely empowered and commissioned to accomplish the necessary preparations and was restored for this purpose.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is uniquely empowered and commissioned to accomplish the necessary preparations for the Lord’s Second Coming; indeed, it was restored for that purpose.

• What unique role does the Church play in preparing for the Second Coming?
• Why is the Church uniquely equipped for this task?
• How can you contribute to the Church's mission to prepare for the Second Coming?
• How does understanding the Church's unique role impact your perspective on your own responsibilities as a member of the Church?

Building up Zion in Preparation for the Second Coming

Elder Christofferson discusses the concept of building up Zion as a means of preparing for the Second Coming. He states that we build up Zion in our homes, wards, branches, and stakes through unity, godliness, and charity.

We ought to have the building up of Zion as our greatest object.

We build up Zion in our homes, wards, branches, and stakes through unity, godliness, and charity.

• What does it mean to build up Zion?
• How does building up Zion prepare us for the Second Coming?
• What steps can you take to build up Zion in your own home, ward, or branch?
• How can you promote unity, godliness, and charity in your community?

The Gathering of Israel and the Redemption of the Dead

Elder Christofferson explains that the gathering of Israel and the redemption of the dead are vital aspects of preparing for the Second Coming. He discusses the missionary efforts of the Church, the role of the Book of Mormon in gathering and conversion, and the importance of temple work for our ancestors.

We believe in the literal gathering of Israel and in the restoration of the Ten Tribes.

The Latter-day Saints have always been a missionary people.

Also vital to the preparation for the Second Coming is the great redemptive effort on behalf of our ancestors.

• How does the gathering of Israel relate to the Second Coming?
• Why is the redemption of the dead important in the context of the Second Coming?
• How can you participate in the gathering of Israel?
• What can you do to contribute to the redemptive effort on behalf of your ancestors?

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ and the Second Coming

Elder Christofferson discusses the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and how it relates to His Second Coming. He explains that the Resurrection is the ultimate assurance that all will be put right at the Second Coming.

Christ’s Resurrection is the ultimate assurance that all will be put right.

• How does the Resurrection of Jesus Christ relate to His Second Coming?
• What assurance does the Resurrection provide about the Second Coming?
• How does your understanding of the Resurrection influence your feelings about the Second Coming?
• How can you share the hope of the Resurrection and the Second Coming with others?