Tribulation Shortened?

For those days will be a time of tribulation such as has not occurred since the beginning of the creation which God created until now, and never will. Unless the Lord had shortened those days, no life would have been saved; but for the sake of the elect, whom He chose, He shortened the days. Mark 13:19-20 NASB 

God, in the original Greek, theos, represents the Trinity. Father, Son and Holy Spirit were all present at the creation. Here the scripture is describing end times time of tribulation, thlipsis, which will be a horrific time of oppression, affliction and distress. God in His mercy will shorten the time of the tribulation. What a great promise for those who will be living during that time. This passage tells us that God’s elect will still be on earth. Jesus has told us to be prepared. 

-          However, no one knows the day or hour when these things will happen, not even the angels in heaven or the Son himself. Only the Father knows. And since you don't know when that time will come, be on guard! Stay alert! Mark 13:32-33

-          You also must be ready all the time, for the Son of Man will come when least expected. Luke 12:40 

Be on guard and be ready…but still live for today. The tribulation will come…but maybe not in our lifetime. Meanwhile back on earth…let your light shine. 

Arise, Jerusalem! Let your light shine for all to see. 

For the glory of the LORD rises to shine on you. 

Darkness as black as night covers all the nations of the earth, but the glory of the LORD rises and appears over you. 

All nations will come to your light; mighty kings will come to see your radiance. 

Look and see, for everyone is coming home! Your sons are coming from distant lands; your little daughters will be carried home. 

Your eyes will shine, and your heart will thrill with joy, for merchants from around the world will come to you. They will bring you the wealth of many lands. Isaiah 60:1-5

Israel will return to the land—the Promised Land…and they are returning—and have been since even before 1948. Let your light shine for all to see…Israel and all of the Lord’s followers around the world. Is your light shining?

Prayer ~ Lord God—Your plan is awesome. We are on guard as we wait patiently for Jesus return.

Daily Bible Reading: Mark 13 

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