Then He spoke to them a parable: “Look at the fig tree, and all the trees. When they are already budding, you see and know for yourselves that summer is now near. So you also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near. Assuredly, I say to you, this generation will by no means pass away till all things take place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away. But take heed to yourselves, lest your hearts be weighed down with carousing, drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that Day come on you unexpectedly. For it will come as a snare on all those who dwell on the face of the whole earth. Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthyto escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man.” Luke 21:29-36
The “things happening” to which Jesus is referring are the fulfillments of the end-time prophetic events He highlighted earlier in this same chapter. When His followers see those events taking place we are reminded that Christ’s second coming is near. The accuracy and relevance of Scripture to the time in which we live is unquestionable. In the past few months many have asked me to review the Biblical prophetic fulfillment timeline. This Sunday morning’s message will do just that.
Psalm 100:4 says, “Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise.” Jesus said, “Where two or three are gathered in My name, I am there in the midst of them.”(Matthew 18:20). As we gather in His name Sunday, prepare your heart to enter into His presence through thanksgiving and praise, with the assurance Jesus will be there in the power of His Holy Spirit to meet you at the point of your need. His love for you is beyond measure. Look forward to seeing you Sunday.
Rejoicing,
Pastor Paul