Matthew 25:31 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

When the Son of man shall come in his glory, and all the holy angels with him, then shall he sit upon the throne of his glory:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

When Jesus comes back in all his power and glory, with every angel by his side, he's going to take his place on the throne as king of everything.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus is coming back to reign, and when he does, there won't be any question about who's in charge.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus is teaching his disciples about the end times during his ministry in first-century Judea, as part of a larger discourse known as the Olivet Discourse. This verse depicts the Second Coming of the Son of Man, drawing on Old Testament imagery of divine judgment and kingship to emphasize Christ's ultimate authority. It introduces the parable of the sheep and the goats, highlighting themes of accountability and separation based on one's deeds.

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