At various times, false teachers have taught that Jesus has already returned, without people realising. Jesus warned that this would happen.
At that time if anyone says to you, "look here is the Christ" or, "There he is!" do not believe it. For false Christ's and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and miracles to deceive even the elect - if that were possible. See I have told you ahead of time. So if anyone tells you, "There he is out in the desert" do not go out; or "Here he is, in the inner rooms," do not believe it (Matt 24:23-26).
Jesus made it clear that when he comes again, it will not be a secret event. He will not need prophets to announce his coming. God's people should reject any claim that the Messiah has come.
For as lightning that comes from the east is visible even in the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man (Matt 24:27).
The second coming will be so dramatic and glorious that it will be to all men throughout the world. Jesus will light up the sky with a glory that is greater than the flashing of lightning. No one will be able to miss it.
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