In the Scriptures, we often read of cloud being used to shroud the Glory of the Lord whenever He appeared before the people. Just as the natural cloud covers and dims the glorious light of the sun so that the eyes of its beholders would not be blinded, the Lord chose to cloth Himself with a cloud to protect those standing before Him from being blinded by His Glorious Light (Ex.24:15-18; 34:5; Lev.16:2).


The Pillar of Cloud which was with the children of Israel in their exodus from Egypt was a testimony of His Presence, Leadership, and Strength. It was a Cloud of Blessings. Cloud is also usually associated with His Coming for the Bride (1 Thess.4:15-17) and His Second Coming to earth (Matt.24:29-30; Rev.1:7).


Hence, this MYSTERIOUS Coming of Christ, as seen by John also shows His Coming with a cloud....