What Does the Bible Say About the END Times?

Almost exactly a year ago I wrote a devotional on the “End Times.”

Almost exactly a year later…similar horrific news stories make the headlines of senseless murders and pure evil roaming in our own neighborhoods and all around the world. 

I have revisited this devotion and updated, as I see such senseless times around us.  I too am saddened, but also know that God is in control, and even NOW has sovereignty over all mankind.  No matter a mans belief, each will stand in pure judgment before a righteous God and account for his life.  There is some comfort knowing that all evil will be judged accordingly someday…But that does not ease the pain of the loss we feel now…today. 

It is only natural to question these dark times we seem to be in and ask why?  Beyond the political discussions of why…the bible is very clear about the END times and the state of mankind in the foreshadowing of Jesus return to set things right… 

“When sudden destruction comes upon them, as labor pains upon a pregnant woman…they shall not escape.” 1 Thes 5:3

Just as the bible tells us of the “ending of days” in Noah’s time…So will be in the “ending of days…”in the coming of our Lord Jesus…

Thousands of years later after Noah, we are the same earth filled with corruption, violence, and the lacking of morality.  We too have forgotten our first love... “However, I have this against you: You have abandoned the love you had at first”.  Revelation 2:4

We live within a lost generation who has NOT shared our earliest heritage of the GOOD News.  The Good News that in Christ, who saves us, we can have FULLNESS of life NOW here on earth, and into eternity…Amen

Ignorance....it is the greatest LIE of all time.  The deceiver wants you in a place of lost hope in humanity.  There is a false encouragement to seek hope, fulfillment and contentment in ones self in order to find “peace.”  

Are we really "content" in these current times as a nation and a world??? Sadly there is a warped and distorted generation that acts out in violence in the name of peace, “religion”, spite, or just plain evil.

I have yet to meet ANYONE who is COMPLETELY content.

Even the believer in Christ is NOT content.  And yet at NO time does the world spin out of God’s control...Each day IS written… “Your eyes saw my unformed body…ALL the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be…” Psalm 139:16

Thankfully in Heaven…there will be COMPLETE contentment for those who choose to follow the Lord.  God IS Good and Faithful and His WILL BE DONE “Being confident of this very thing, that he who began a good work in you will perfect it until  the day of Jesus Christ.”  Philippians 1:6

The bible tells us the world will fall into deeper darkness in the last days.  And in the end, each person will stand in judgment and account for his life “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil.” 2 Corinthians 5:10  “So then each of us will give an account of himself to God.” Romans 14:12

But there is mercy and LIFE after death! And Heaven awaits the believer… Jesus said “truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does NOT come into judgment, but has passed from death to life.” John 5:24

To ask why these evil things are happening...and to be in an unsettled place has its purpose.  These times encourage more to dig deeper for purpose and answers of why there is a darkness that looms around us.  And in search…many will find God…and the Good news of Jesus Christ.  We were created by God…to be in relationship WITH God.  And until we have reconciled this TRUTH…mankind will continue to be on the constant search for purpose, peace, and contentment.   When not aligned with God, mankind will do his OWN will, however that looks in the name of peace, justice, fairness, and just plain selfishness...and there will be consequences.

What will it take for this world to finally recognize its Maker? 

Complete destruction unfortunately “Immediately after the distress of those days…the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light…the stars will fall from the sky, and the heavenly bodies will be shaken.  At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and ALL the nations of the earth will mourn.  They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky, with power and great glory.  And he will send his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from the end of the heavens to the other.”  Matthew 24:29-31

NO MORE will there be injustice among mankind...NO more will there be pain, misery, death, famine, drought, cancer, disease, horrific earthly weather destruction, mental illness, sexual abuse, terrorism...and the growing list of life's disappointments.  ALL earthly sadness will literally disintegrate "on that day" Philippians 1:6, 2 Peter 3:12, 1 Corinthians 1:8, Jude 6, 2 Thessalonians 1:10

That “DAY” will come…like “a thief in the night…”

Revelation 16:15, 2 Peter 3:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:2.  

That DAY” will be like NO OTHER DAY in our human history…“The Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. Therefore encourage one another with these words."  1 Thessalonians 4:16-18

“When will all this happen?  What sign will signal the end of the world?” 

Jesus said “Don’t let anyone mislead you, for many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am the Messiah.’ They will deceive many. And you will hear of wars and threats of wars, but don’t panic. Yes, these things must take place, but the end will not follow immediately.  Nation will go to war against nation and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in many parts of the world. But all this is only the first of the birth pains, with more to come.”

You will be arrested, persecuted, and killed. You will be hated all over the world because you are my followers. And many will turn away from me and betray and hate each other.  And many false prophets will appear and will deceive many people. Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold. But the one who endures to the end will be saved. And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that ALL nations will hear it…and then the END will come…” Matthew 24:3-14

It is pretty clear, the earth as we know it…is NOW in this time of “labor pains...”We may be disgusted,discouraged,disenchanted, and disengaged from God, but ALL these things MUST happen to continue to reach out to those who still do not yet know the Lord.  “When you hear of wars and uprisings, do not be frightened...These things must happen first, but the end will NOT come right away." Luke 21:9 

Even though these times scream chaos, there is a perfect plan to save millions MORE of souls for eternity…

Jesus said “Be careful! Don’t let anyone fool you.  Many people will come and use my name.  They will say, ‘I am the Messiah.’  And they will fool many people.  You will hear about wars that are being fought.  And you will hear stories about wars beginning.  But do not be afraid.  These things must happen before the end comes.  Nations will fight against nations.  Kingdoms will fight against other kingdoms.  There will be times when there is no food for people to eat.  And there will be earthquakes in different places.  These things are only the beginning of troubles, like the first pains of a woman giving birth.”  Matthew 24:8

IN HIS GRACE…there is still time.  We have this amazing gift IN Christ! 

It is what Christmas is really about! The BEST gift of ALL...The gift that keeps on giving.  The gift that IS the most precious and most valuable of ALL things in this world!  Blessed is HE who comes in the name of the Lord!!! 

Jesus says… “For I tell you, you will not see me again until you say, 'Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.'" Matthew 23:39

As believers, we are called to recognize of these times and to tell others of the FREE gift of Grace, IN CHRIST JESUS!

You may not call yourself a minister or even an evangelist, but if you are IN Christ, you are called to share this good news with others. We are to reach AS MANY souls for the kingdom of Christ as we can.  We can ALL pray for the saving of MORE souls “And this Gospel of the Kingdom WILL be preached in the whole world…as a testimony to ALL nations…and then the END will come.”  Matthew 24:14 

God does NOT take pleasure in those who are lost and who will be left behind.  And each of us can be used in this kingdom plan for the saving of souls!

“The Lord is NOT slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”  2 Peter 3:9 

In these recent days…it is ok to be alarmed, and unsettled that this world is moving into a time of darkness…And this is where your FAITH in GOD is imperative.  We must NOT be afraid as Jesus said…we must trust that each unsettled day is a day closer to when Christ returns…and ALL these things must happen…Let us pray each day to our God that is saving more souls for eternity…that SOON there will be no more death…no more pain…no more suffering…no more loss…and an eternity in Paradise with your creator…

Jesus said “Truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does NOT come into judgment, but has passed from death to life.” John 5:24  

“If you openly declare that Jesus IS Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved…For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God…and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.” Romans 10:9-10

“If you openly declare that Jesus IS Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved…For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God…and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.” Romans 10:9-10  “God richly blesses EVERYONE who look to Him for help…Yes, EVERYONE who trusts IN the Lord will be Saved!” Romans 10:13  “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring the GOOD news!” Isaiah 52:7

AMEN!

Prayers for Paris…and this world…so much distress…

Truly we are in a time of WAR…Good against evil

Jesus tells us to expect distress in this world…as we are not citizens here upon this earth…merely passing through…

The Love of God is rich and pure…the end has already been written…and Good WILL win…

ALL evil WILL be judged accordingly…and the Love of God…shall forevermore endure

Amen

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“The faithful love of the LORD never ends! His mercies never cease...Great is His faithfulness…His mercies begin afresh each morning...I say to myself, The LORD is my inheritance…therefore, I will hope in him!”
Lamentations 3:22-24

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Heaven is For Real…

In this year, I have experienced the loss of some very special people in my life…ALL way to young to die…each in a different place of faith.

Death is inevitable…and dying young seems so unfair. Whether we choose to believe in God or not…life is and will be difficult.  No one is exempt from hardships that will come our way.

It is not always easy to embrace or understand that God allows us to be in trial, so that we would learn to depend less on ourselves and more upon Him…We were designed this way.  Man has always been a seeker…of truth…understanding…wisdom…love.  Our flaw is that we  chronically look elsewhere first…before looking to our maker.  And that is human nature, as purposefully designed. 

Many of us know, we did not know the depth of love from God…until we had hit the rock bottom…no where to go…except to look up.  And this is why He allows the tough times…our eyes…and witnesses to our struggle…begin to look up…and “seeking” becomes “seeing” to what God is doing…has done…and is faithful to do, as we begin to trust IN Him. 

Character is developed, hearts begin to change, and the “net” effect may open the door to new found faith in God as we “see” His graciousness. 

This IS part of the grand plan…as the world spins…and life seems so unfair…more are drawn to the knowledge and love of the Lord.  With each disappointment, the Lord continues to shed His mercy and His grace…and the kingdom of God grows.  

God IS working ALWAYS…and in All things…

The bible tells us this in Romans 8:28  

“And we know that in ALL things, God works for the Good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

This verse has allowed me to let go of the bondage of fear…and receive peace that I am loved, watched over, and protected…no matter the trial.  It does not ease the pain of loss, but it does help me make sense of senseless times. 

The good news is that death is NOT the end…and if you choose to believe, Jesus tells us that there is an eternal place that He has prepared for you to thrive!

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. As you believe in God believe also in me.  My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you?  And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.”  John 14:1-4

Life will continue to not make sense as we do NOT live in Heaven yet.  Times will be unstable, unpredictable, and our hearts will be drawn to seek understanding…Jesus knows that we are “in the battle” here on earth and tells us NOT to be afraid…

 “All this I have spoken while still with you.  But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.  Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:25-27

God gave us this amazing gift in Jesus, so that we may not only have an eternal life free from pain, sadness, and death…but a life FULL today upon this earth. “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John 10:10

Once we know this truth, life begins to make a little more sense, and our trials become blessings that multiply personally, and radiate to others who do not yet know.

May we praise our loving God in these times that we are not forgotten.    May our eyes be opened to “seeing” how the Lord loves us.  And may we receive His eternal love…hearts changed, new found faith in God revitalized…and more will choose to believe and follow God as we “see” His graciousness in these times. 

Father, today I pray that more will accept the free gift of salvation and life abundant TODAY…in seeking Jesus….and to receive your Amazing Grace and Peace you offer us in our days here upon this earth…Amen

Jesus...THE Alpha and THE Omega!

In the bible, He is found in the FIRST verse of Genesis, and in the LAST verses of Revelation.

“In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.”

Genesis 1

“I AM the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.” Revelation 22:13

“Alpha and Omega are the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet.  It was common to use the first and the last letters of the Hebrew alphabet to denote the whole of anything…from beginning to end. And Jesus proclaimed Himself to be the ‘Alpha and Omega’ in Revelation 1:8, 11; 21:6; and 22:13

Jesus being the ‘Alpha and Omega’ is that He was at the beginning of all things and will be at the close. It is equivalent to saying He always existed and always will exist

A second meaning of Jesus as the ‘Alpha and Omega’ is that the phrase identifies Him as the God of the Old Testament. Isaiah ascribes this aspect of Jesus’ nature as part of the triune God in several places. ‘I, the Lord, am the first, and with the last I am He’ (41:4). ‘I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God’ (Isaiah 44:6). ‘I am he; I am the first, I also am the last’ (Isaiah 48:12). These are clear indications of the eternal nature of the Godhead.

Christ, as the Alpha and Omega, is the first and last in SO many ways.  He is the “author and finisher” of our faith (Hebrews 12:2), signifying that He begins it and carries it through to completion. He is the totality, the sum and substance of the Scriptures, both of the Law and of the Gospel (John 1:1, 14). He is the fulfilling end of the Law (Matthew 5:17), and He is the beginning subject matter of the gospel of grace through faith, not of works (Ephesians 2:8-9). He is found in the first verse of Genesis and in the last verse of Revelation. He is the first and last, the all in all of salvation, from the justification before God to the final sanctification of His people.

Jesus IS the Alpha and Omega…the first and last, the beginning and the end! Only God incarnate could make such a statement. Only Jesus Christ is God incarnate.”

Each of us struggle and grapple NOW with pain, loss, change, and MANY uncertainties in this life…

If JESUS is THE Beginning and THE End of time as we know it…then our burdens today WILL BE seen through from start to finish…

He will NEVER leave yourside…He will be ALWAYS be your shelter, and He will take care of ALL your needs…

In Trust…and IN thankfulness we claim you Jesus…THE Alpha and THE Omega of MY life…as I journey here on this earth…Amen

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“Grace and Peace be Multiplied to You…”

“Grace and Peace be Multiplied to You…”

2 Peter 1:2

Who would not want this blessing?  The world continues to “seem” to spin faster…with instant information, knowledge, and ease of comparing ourselves to others in this world…looking for hope and continual frustration with our days is almost inescapable…

Would not everyone LOVE to receive abundant grace and peace today???

There are certainly many ways to find peace. But, as a believer in Christ, we have been GIVEN this promise to ALWAYS receive it, as we put our Faith and knowledge IN God and His beloved son Jesus. 

The words “I AM” in the bible speak to the authority and THE Name of God.  “I AM” appears 719 times in the Bible!  508 times in the Old Testament, and 211 times in the New Testament. 

Most people have heard the name of “God.”  And it is a personal choice to embrace a Divine maker.  The thing is, is that whether you choose to embrace God...HE embraces you!  The bible says HE cares deeply for you…if you would just turn to Him…cast your cares upon Him…you would receive this promise of “Grace and Peace” upon request. 

1 Peter 5:6-7

It is humility…HE seeks…and pride often gets in the way of a humble heart.  But does pride always produce Grace and Peace? 

Embracing a posture of humility is not easy, but God promises to reward the humble heart….and it is in this posture that He begins to reveal Himself to you.  With each step of trust, a humble heart begins to receive the great mystery* that is God…God is NOT dead…as many quote these days.  He is ALIVE and seeking more who will humble themselves.  The blessing is ALWAYS Grace and Peace…

And who would not want to always receive Grace and Peace?  There is HOPE in God…there is PEACE that surpasses all understanding…and it starts with a humble heart…the Lord will do the rest…Amen

Prayer:

Father God, I too have been doing life on my own terms, thinking more about me…than HE…I desperately want to feel some peace, and receive your grace in my life…you are a great mystery to me, but today I ask you to begin to soften and mold my heart to receive humility.  As I take this baby step of trust, I accept the free gift of your grace and peace in my life.  As you transform my heart, reveal yourself to me…and the plans that you would have for my life.  I seek to know you more…to learn about the “gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery that was kept secret for long ages” Romans 16:25

Thank you for loving and seeking me today…Amen

*1 Corinthians 2:7 the wisdom we speak of is the mystery of God--his plan that was previously hidden, even though he made it for our ultimate glory before the world began.

In Confident Expectation

Just as the sun rises and sets each day…so does the Lord guide all of our days…

Although we have been given the ability to anticipate tomorrow, we are called to live in today…

So we “seek FIRST the Kingdom of Righteousness…and all these things shall be added to you…” Matthew 6:33

We can have confidence “in the morning, O Lord, as you hear my voice…and as I lay my requests before you…I will wait in expectation…”  Amen

Psalm 5:3

Asking for Wisdom from God….

 

It IS Promised in His word…Ask and you WILL receive wisdom from God…As  you walk IN Faith with God…

Proverbs 2:1-5 “Every young man who listens to me and obeys my instructions will be given wisdom and good sense. Yes, if you want better insight and discernment, and are searching for them as you would for lost money or hidden treasure, then wisdom will be given you and knowledge of God himself; you will soon learn the importance of reverence for the Lord and of trusting him.”

Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust the Lord completely, and don’t depend on your own knowledge. With every step you take, think about what he wants, and he will help you go the right way.”

How often do we consider these Holy directives…and just choose to go our own path…?

Human weakness seems to lean that our own wisdom is just as good…or what we think we should do…is what He would suggest anyway…

But is there any PEACE in this thinking?

You know… His answer might be exactly what we are thinking…confirming an instinct, BUT…it may also be FAR from our own thoughts and direction…and we know this…

Secretly hoping for our own way…so we just don’t ask…in fear as we might not get our way…Acting a bit like a child…and we are…getting adjustments from our Father in Heaven on where we should go next….

That “FREE will”` seems gets in the way…and the path gets tangled…and OUR choices…well we sometimes learn the hard way…until we get “back on His path”

In reflection….I believe we tend to FORGET a key part of this PROMISE in His Wisdom gift…and that is PEACE… 

It is human nature to struggle with what HIS answer MIGHT be…BUT…No matter HIS answer…It will always reveal the path to PEACE…

As we stand at that the intersection of choice…is there really PEACE without Gods directive?

I continue on this mantra of “The Lord is my Sheppard”…Most days I have NO idea on which path to follow…and lately this is ALL I can say…

But IN this statement…I am confirming who IS in charge…that He has a pre designated path for me…and I acknowledge that His path is GOOD…even as I do not know what I want…

What I DO know…HE is the PRINCE of PEACE….so what ever direction He desires of me…I WILL have Peace…Amen!

Are you in that place of struggle?…Looking desperately for some PEACE?  Me too J  Continue to join me in this daily mantra…confirming that THE Lord…is Your Lord and Sheppard over ALL things…And HE does ALL things well…

I will WAIT upon the Lord…and graciously RECEIVE His amazing PEACE! 

“The Lord IS my Sheppard”

Isaiah 9:6

^“This will happen when the special child is born. God will give us a son who will be responsible for leading the people. His name will be Wonderful Counselor, Powerful God, Father Who Lives Forever, and Prince of PEACE.”

AMEN

Troubles…Trials…GRACE

HE Speaks….Troubles…Trials…GRACE

Each day has it trials and troubles….some days may seem utterly hopeless…I have been in that place…many times… in my walk with Christ…There have been some days I do not even have it in me to plea or beg my cause…and that is ok…

Lately, I have been back IN that place…I know the Lord is with me….my conversations with Him are keeping it real…Lord I feel defeated, loosing hope, frustrated, angry, and the list goes on…But this is what we are called to do…Going to prayer and pretending everything is fine…and “oh by the way can you fix this?”...Is NOT what a REAL relationship with the Lord looks like…

There are times we should be in tears, on our knees, feeling defeated…and IN the arms of the Maker….Even if we are just quiet, no begging, no pleading, no bargaining…Just with the Sheppard…

 

He will always comfort us…and in time, will speak with authority…and we will know…His directives are Good…and His ways are perfect! 

When we are in a restless place…This IS the time the Lord is COMPLETELY focused on you….You may feel left alone, weary, and lost...But He has never left your side…You are in “construction” and He is working FOR your cause…creating a Brand New path…possibly never considered…and that is the way He works!

IF we had the direction or vision ourselves…we could SO easily give our self the credit…

WHEN we are broken…and in the heat of the battle for hope…His answer is ALWAYS…GRACE.

And how do we find and receive His Grace?   Well I guess there are many ways IN Christ…But for me, lately it has been a very simple 5 word statement… “The Lord Is My Sheppard”   No long prayer requests….no pleading or begging for relief…Just these five holy words…

As many of us know…this is the beginning of Psalm 23.  The psalmist guides and assures us through the meaning of daily struggles…

That Lord does not leave our side…and that we are most precious to Him…And are struggles are not for nothing…

And that we WILL someday be IN His very presence…for an Eternity of no pain…and no more struggles….Praise our Jesus…we have this assurance IN Christ!

If this devotional strikes home with you today…follow me IN stating this Holy truth “The Lord is my Sheppard” and RECEIVE His amazing Grace… Amen

Psalm 23

¹ The Lord is my shepherd…

I have all that I need…He lets me rest in green meadows
He leads me beside peaceful streams….He renews my strength.
He guides me along right paths…bringing honor to his name.
Even when I walk through the darkest valley…I will not be afraid,
for You are close beside me….Your rod and your staff protect and

Comfort me.  You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies.
You honor me by anointing my head with oil….My cup overflows with blessings.  Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me
all the days of my life…and I will live in the house of the Lord forever!  AMEN

"Did Not The Messiah Have to Suffer These Things and Then Enter His Glory?"

Jesus said…“When I was with you before…I told you that everything written about me in the Law of Moses and the prophets and in the Psalms must be fulfilled.”  Luke 24:44

Our Lord was confirming that the past horrific days before his resurrection…His past months of his ministry…the past years of history recorded in Moses and the prophets….as completed…fulfilling every detail, as it was written “for the forgiveness of sins for all who repent…” mankind reconciled with God…The Father. 

How long it took to fulfill this master plan…from the moment sin entered the world in the Garden of Eden…to this day our Lord Jesus makes this statement…Each day and event purposeful…even in a world dominated by sin….there was a plan for our redemption.

It is clear from the beginning…sin blinds mankind.  The beloved Israel consistently wanders…forgetting previous generations that saw Gods faithfulness and forgetting their “first love…” (Rev 2:4)   Yet in this human flaw…weakness to sin…and in Gods plan….the Gentiles are lovingly folded into His plan for salvation (Ephesians 3:6)…part of the plan…and someday His beloved…the Israelites eyes will be opened and return to their 1^st love…Isaiah 49:15  God is Faithful….

God knows our human weakness and uses it to bring more into the fold…In our weakness, He begins to shape His children…to become children of light, even as we fall weak to our flesh and temptations…and we too forget our first love…

After the crucifixion of Jesus, in only a few short hours…doubt creeps in…

Jesus had preached a promise of return, a master God plan fulfilled…the promised resurrection after death…and it is quickly forgotten…replaced with doubt, worry, fear, and disappointment. 

Luke 24:21

^“We had hoped he was the Messiah who had come to rescue Israel. This all happened three days ago.”

It is the natural lean of mankind in moments of desperation…forgetting that each day GOD has a purpose…and the story is NOT yet finished.  Jesus assures us of this truth…in HIS FIRST words…post resurrection... PEACE….be with YOU!  (Luke 24:36)

In His sacrifice…and In Jesus…we can have PEACE…as we trust IN Him and in Gods plan to bring His Master plan to fulfillment “starting that day in Jerusalem…”

Luke 24:46-47

^“And Jesus said, “Yes, it was written long ago that the Messiah would suffer and die and rise from the dead on the third day.  It was also written that this message would be proclaimed in the authority of His name to ALL the nations…beginning in Jerusalem…‘There is forgiveness of sins for all who repent.”

As Israel waits for their King…God waited for the day to redeem mankind…each day planned, purposeful, and perfect for the fulfillment of the scriptures…

So as it is today…From the Garden of Eden…to the Day Christ was crucified….to that “Day” when our Lords returns…descending from Heaven with a shout!…(1 Thessalonians 4:16-18)  Each day must happen as it is written…each day littered with sin…but with a promise of redemption…for a time where there will be no more sin…no more tears…no more death…(REV 21:4) all passed away…to a NEW place and time where we will see and worship with the Lord forever! 

Amen

Prayer:  “Father God…your words tell us to ‘Keep watch and pray, so that we will not give in to temptation...For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak!’  (Matthew 26:41) You know this about us…In Jesus name…inspire us to pray always…and to find confidence IN you…that in each day…you LOVE us unconditionally despite our flaws…Father Thank You…as promised…You will be our Savior…as each day is written…We hold steadfast to your words of Truth for Peace…and redemption…until your Grand return to claim your children and bring them home to an eternity in Heaven with you…In your Glorious Name I pray…" Amen

1 Thessalonians 4:16-18

”For the Lord himself will come down from heaven with a commanding shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trumpet call of God. First, the believers who have died will rise from their graves.  Then, together with them, we who are still alive and remain on the earth will be caught up in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. Then we will be with the Lord forever.   So encourage each other with these words.”