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The hope of our faith is based on the assurance that Jesus Christ will return. Not only is this expectation a far-off hope, but it's also an invitation to accept our responsibility as His messengers and representatives of His kingdom. Being disciples of Jesus Christ means that we actively participate in His redemptive purpose rather than being passive observers of this divine tale. 

Jesus urges us in Luke 19:13c to "occupy till I come." There is a feeling of purpose and urgency in these remarks. They serve as a call to action for us to fully participate in the Kingdom's mission while we anxiously anticipate His coming. However, what does the term "occupy" mean? It denotes being totally present and actively contributing to the advancement of Jesus Christ's cause in the modern world. 

A pattern for this profession may be found in Matthew 28:18–20: "And Jesus came and said to them, 'All power is given unto me in heaven and on earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen." 

Jesus gives us, His followers, the mandate to go into all the world and make disciples here. This Great Commission is a mandate from God, not a recommendation. It forces us to educate Christians to act in accordance to God's Word, baptize them, and proclaim the good news of salvation. It is an exhortation to multiply, evangelize, and make disciples. Soul-winning must be our first priority while we occupy. We must loudly and shamelessly declare the gospel because of the urgency of the hour. Eternity is at stake, and souls are in jeopardy. We can't afford to be quiet or comfortable. Every interaction is a chance to show someone Christ's love and help them enter a relationship with Him that will change their life. 

However, our work goes beyond evangelism to include discipleship. In addition to bringing people to Christ, our mission is to make disciples. The process of encouraging and empowering Christians to develop in their understanding of God's Word, to mature in their faith, and to become totally committed followers of Christ is known as discipleship. It involves making an investment in individuals, going on a journey with them, and assisting them in finding and achieving their divine destiny. Throughout our work, we have to remain in a state of sincere anticipation of the second coming of Jesus Christ. Despite the unpredictability and chaos of our world, we have hope because He has promised to return. 

Knowing that His arrival is not far off, we work for the Kingdom with a sense of eagerness. The Bible warns us to be alert and prepared since none can predict the day or the hour of His return (Matthew 24:36). As a result, we have to live in a hurry, seizing every chance to carry out our mission and prepare the Bride of Christ. Jesus Christ's second coming is a reality that should influence our everyday choices and priorities; it is not a far-off event. It serves as a reminder that our time here on Earth is limited and that, in order to advance the Kingdom, we must savor every second of it.

Given that our work in the Lord is not in vain, let us therefore occupy with passion and devotion (1 Corinthians 15:58). As obedient stewards of the gospel, let us openly and fearlessly share it with a world that is in dire need of hope. And let us look forward to the joyful return of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, who will gather us to Himself at that time. Let's remember what Jesus said at the end: "Occupy till I come." Let us diligently carry out the mandate to create disciples of all countries, going about our Father's work. And let us do it with our hearts burning brightly in anticipation of His quick return. Because the King is indeed returning, may we be deemed faithful in His sight.