Is He Worthy - Jesus the Worthy One Will Return

Trinity Community Church

In this final teaching from the “Is He Worthy?” series, Pastor Kelly Kinder explores the power of biblical hope and the assurance that Jesus, the worthy One, will return. Kelly begins by reflecting on Isaiah’s prophecy of Emmanuel, reminding us how God’s people clung to the promise of a coming Savior in their darkest moments. Much like a submarine crew tapping out a desperate message of “Is there any hope?”, we often cry out for rescue when life’s troubles threaten to overwhelm us.
Kelly highlights the stark differences between mere optimism and genuine biblical hope. While optimism can fade when circumstances turn bleak, hope that’s grounded in Christ remains an anchor for our souls. Drawing from Titus 2:11-14, Kelly shows how God’s grace instructs believers to live upright lives while awaiting the glorious appearing of our Savior. This confident expectation motivates us to persevere, embrace a godly lifestyle, experience joy in the face of trials, and patiently trust God for His best.
By referencing Hebrews 6:19, Kelly describes hope as “sure and steadfast,” emphasizing that its foundation lies in God’s unchanging character. If our hope is in Christ only for this life, as 1 Corinthians 15:19 warns, we miss the grander truth of His eternal victory. But since Jesus conquered death, our anticipation of His return fuels a deeper joy and a more profound peace.
With Christmas approaching, Kelly encourages us to remember how the birth of Jesus fulfilled Isaiah’s prophecy of a light dawning in a land of great darkness. The same Lord who came in humility will return in glory. This season, instead of letting despair take hold, we can surrender every fear to the One who banishes darkness. Kelly reminds us that we can trust in God’s character and His promises, just as generations before us have done.
As we conclude the “Is He Worthy?” series, we discover that biblical hope offers far more than a fleeting sense of reassurance. It shapes how we live, love, and endure. Kelly invites us to hold fast to this steadfast hope, leaning on God’s faithfulness. In doing so, we find renewed courage to face whatever lies ahead, confident that Jesus, the worthy One, has the final victory—and that He’s coming again to make all things new.

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Capitole

1. Is He Worthy - Jesus the Worthy One Will Return (00:00:00)

2. Hope in the Darkness (00:00:03)

3. The Power of Christian Hope (00:13:34)

4. The Transformative Power of Hope (00:25:02)

5. Finding Hope in Jesus (00:40:38)