What Happens When Jesus Returns?

Jul 26, 2026    Mike Frie

What happens when Jesus returns?


In Week 3 of Thessalonians: Living in Light of Eternity, Pastor Mike Frie walks verse by verse through 1 Thessalonians 4:13–5:11 to answer one of the Bible's most hope-filled promises: the return of Jesus Christ.

Paul wrote these words to encourage believers who were grieving and wondering what would happen to those who had already died. His answer points us beyond fear and speculation to the certainty of Christ's victory, the resurrection of believers, and the hope that every follower of Jesus has in His return.

Rather than creating anxiety about the future, Scripture calls Christians to live with confidence, readiness, and faithfulness as we wait for our King.


In this message:

- What happens when Christ returns

- Hope for Christians who have died

- The resurrection of believers

- The Day of the Lord explained

- Why Christians don't grieve without hope

- How to live ready for Christ's return

- Watching, readiness, and faithful service