How can believers prepare for Christ's return?

Preparation for Christ's return involves a life of obedience to God's commands and an active faith that reflects our relationship with Him. In Matthew 25:1-13, the parable of the ten virgins emphasizes the need for readiness and watchfulness. This preparation manifests through prayer, studying Scripture, and engaging in the life of the church to build one another up in faith. It’s also about cultivating a heart that longs for His return, eagerly anticipating the fulfillment of God's promises. The notion of preparation in historic Reformed theology emphasizes that our good works and faith are responses to God's grace, not prerequisites for salvation, but rather the fruit of a life transformed by Him. This active and living faith ensures that when Christ returns, we will be found waiting expectantly in service to our King.