The King Is Coming

Theology & Meaning

A vivid eschatological panorama of the return of Christ—graves opening, saints rising, the redeemed being caught up together. Gloria Gaither's lyric builds a picture of the moment when all of history culminates in the King's arrival, rooted in 1 Thessalonians 4 and Revelation 19.

Worship Leadership Tips

Powerful for Advent, end-times focused services, or funerals where eschatological hope is central. The building narrative invites the congregation into a shared vision. Lead with conviction—this is a song about a certainty, not a possibility.

Arrangement Tips

Builds dramatically from a restrained opening to a triumphant close. Piano and organ natural for the traditional arrangement. The choir entering in the final section adds tremendous power. Contemporary bands can adapt with guitar and building percussion. End at full volume.

Scripture References

• 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
• Revelation 19:11-16
• Matthew 24:30