Matthew 24:38 - 51
Once again Jesus is talking about the end days. We tend to make the end of days like something out of a science fiction movie. According to Jesus it is far more natural than that. The last days will be like any day in our lives; people will be marrying, going to dinner, visiting friends, and having celebrations.
During the last days we will be working and doing all of the things that make life so daily. People grinding at a mill or working in a field were everyday scenes in Israel during Jesus day. Most people will not notice a difference in the world they will simply be going about their day-to-day lives.
Christians on the other hand will need to be alert. We will notice the Gospel has been preached to every person. We will notice what is going on in Israel. We will notice more and more of mankind’s devotion to themselves rather than God. I know that last statement is rather nebulous but that is why we must be in prayer and the Bible more each day, it is the measuring rod for us against the mindset of the anti-God system.
Life will generally become more daily. Our tendency would be let down our guard and to forget that God has a great plan for every person and will fulfill it in those who will follow Him. Life can be wearying but we must stay vigilant, looking for every opportunity to be Jesus hands extended to the people He brings in our path. Paul wrote “don’t grow weary in well doing for in the end you shall reap if you do not grow weary” Jesus will return and with Him will be His reward for all of those who love Him and have walked with Him. Remember our job is not done until we either go home to be with Him or He comes to get us.
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