The preparation would also include Christ’s receiving kingly power, after which the heavenly resurrection of his anointed followers would begin. ​ — 1 Thess.
Persiapan ini juga mencakup diterimanya kuasa kerajaan oleh Kristus, sehingga setelah itu kebangkitan surgawi para pengikutnya akan dimulai. ​ — 1 Tes.