In this passage Jesus gives 3 pictures that describe the coming of the Lord Jesus and how to be prepared when He comes.
1. The fig tree - Just like the buds on the fig tree tell you that summer will soon be here, when you see the events predicted by Jesus and other prophets happening you know that Jesus Christ will come again soon.
2. The days of Noah - Just like in the days of Noah when people were preoccupied with life in this world and not thinking about God and His coming judgment, so it will be with the coming of Christ. He will come suddenly while people are involved in everyday affairs of life.
3. The thief - Just like a thief comes when you are not expecting it to happen, so when Jesus comes many will not be expecting Him.
This instruction was given to the Jews for the 7 year tribulation period before the second coming of Jesus Christ to the earth with believers. As Christians, living in the Church age, we should also learn from this passage to be ready for the rapture. At the rapture, Jesus Christ is coming not to the earth but in the clouds for all believers which could happen at any moment.
Are you ready for the coming of Jesus? How does a person get ready?
1. Salvation - Acknowledge that you are a sinner. Believe that Jesus died for you and paid for your sins. Call on the Lord in prayer and ask Him to come into your life and be your Saviour.
2. Service - When Jesus comes and takes us to heaven at the rapture, every believer will stand at the Judgment Seat of Christ. Jesus will reward those who have faithfully served Him.
3. Soulwinning - We must share the Gospel (how to be saved) with those around us so that they can be ready to go to heaven with us.
Walk with the Lord and be ready!!! Jesus is coming!!!
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