He is empowered by the HS in his ministry. Not only is he empowered by the HS but he gives it to his disciples and the church for the mission of bringing the gospel to the world. Eschatology Eschatology Eschatology Eschatology Jesus' return is imminent. The gospel is full of a sense of urgency and immediacy. Luke tells us that the kingdom has arrived and we are now waiting for the second coming, parousia, when all will be made right.
Eternal life is considered a present reality.
It needs to remain faithful because we know not the hour. Jesus came in the middle of salvation history. The nations will be judged and there will be eternal punishment and life resulting. Parousia has been delayed. God's time is different than our time.