Come, Lord Jesus

Bestselling Author John Piper Examines End-Times Theology and Scripture’s Command to Love the Second Coming of Christ

Many people are curious about the second coming of Christ―what it will be like, when it will happen, and what signs will come first. In his latest book, Come, Lord Jesus, John Piper addresses all these issues, but stresses that those who love the second coming of Christ will receive a crown of righteousness (2 Timothy 4:6–8).

Piper examines key biblical texts around the second coming while encouraging readers toward a Spirit-awakened affection for Jesus’s return. He also explores important questions such as, Could Jesus come at any moment, or must certain events happen first?; What does it mean to “Watch, for you know neither the day nor the hour”?; and What should we be doing when he comes? With a special focus on the teachings of Jesus, Paul, and Peter, Come, Lord Jesus portrays not only the glory of the revealed Savior, but also the glorification of the resurrected saints.

1. Opening Credits
2. Dedication
3. Part 1: Reasons to Love Christ’s Appearing
4. Prelude to Part 1: The Miracle We Seek: Love
5. Chapter 1: All Who Have Loved His Appearing
6. Chapter 2: How Can a Book Awaken Love for Christ’s Appearing?
7. Chapter 3: The Glory of Christ as the Primary Reality of His Coming: The Heart of the Matter, Part 1
8. Chapter 4: Experiencing the Glory of Christ with Joyful Amazement: The Heart of the Matter, Part 2
9. Chapter 5: The Grace Being Brought to You at the Revelation of Christ
10. Chapter 6: Will We Be Blameless at the Coming of Christ?
11. Chapter 7: We Will Be Perfected Mind, Heart, and Body
12. Chapter 8: Jesus Will Deliver Us from the Wrath of Jesus
13. Chapter 9: In Flaming Fire, with Vengeance and Relief
14. Chapter 10: Repaying Each for What He Has Done
15. Chapter 11: Rejoicing in the Hope of Receiving Different Rewards
16. Chapter 12: The Joy of Personal Fellowship with the Sovereign Servant
17. Part 2: The Time of His Appearing
18. Prelude to Part 2: The Time and the Love of Christ’s Appearing
19. Chapter 13: Did Jesus Teach That He Would Return within One Generation?
20. Chapter 14: What Does the New Testament Mean That Jesus Will Come Soon?
21. Chapter 15: Is There an Any-Moment Rapture before the Second Coming?
22. Chapter 16: Jesus and Paul: A Common Vision of Christ’s Coming
23. Chapter 17: What Must Happen before the Lord’s Appearing?
24. Part 3: How Then Shall We Live?
25. Prelude to Part 3: Living between the Two Appearings of Christ
26. Chapter 18: End-Time Alertness and Love for Christ’s Appearing
27. Chapter 19: Patient, Joyful, Not Deceived, Not Alarmed
28. Chapter 20: Coming Justice, Present Gentleness
29. Chapter 21: Go to Work, Go to Church
30. Chapter 22: End-Time Praying, for Yourself and the Mission
31. O Come Lord Jesus Come A Hymn To Christ
32. Closing Credits

John Piper

John Piper is an American New Testament scholar, Calvinist theologian, pastor, and chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

In addition to his pastoral duties, Piper is widely recognized as the founder and senior teacher of desiringGod.org, an organization named after his influential book "Desiring God: Meditations of a Christian Hedonist"

Throughout his career, he has authored numerous acclaimed books, including ECPA Christian Book Award winners and his bestselling works have resonated with audiences worldwide.

Piper's impact extends beyond his literary achievements. In recognition of his exceptional preaching skills, Baylor University honored him in 2018 as one of the 12 Most Effective Preachers in English. Piper's dedication to scholarship, theological insight, and inspiring teachings have made him a prominent figure in the Christian community, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to shape hearts and minds.