Are You a Weather Watcher?

Then Jesus turned to the crowd and said, "When you see clouds beginning to form in the west, you say, 'Here comes a shower.' And you are right. When the south wind blows, you say, 'Today will be a scorcher.' And it is. You fools! You know how to interpret the weather signs of the earth and sky, but you don't know how to interpret the present times. Why can't you decide for yourselves what is right?" Luke 12:54-57 

Meditate. Consider signs of the times.

 

Are you a weather watcher? You can tell how the day will be by the sunrise and sunset, cloud patterns, temperature, and wind directions, but do you watch for the current political and religious signs? What is going on in the Middle East and around the world? Do you pray for wisdom for the leaders of all nations…or even just the country in which you live? Why can't you decide for yourselves what is right?

Biblically, God has given us directions as to what is going to happen at the end times. Read Ezekiel 38 where a description of terror is foretold for Israel…and other nations.

But this is what the Sovereign LORD says: When Gog invades the land of Israel, my fury will boil over! In my jealousy and blazing anger, I promise a mighty shaking in the land of Israel on that day. All living things--the fish in the sea, the birds of the sky, the animals of the field, the small animals that scurry along the ground, and all the people on earth--will quake in terror at my presence. Mountains will be thrown down; cliffs will crumble; walls will fall to the earth. I will summon the sword against you on all the hills of Israel, says the Sovereign LORD. Your men will turn their swords against each other. I will punish you and your armies with disease and bloodshed; I will send torrential rain, hailstones, fire, and burning sulfur! In this way, I will show my greatness and holiness, and I will make myself known to all the nations of the world. Then they will know that I am the LORD. Ezekiel 38:18-23

This is just one of God’s eye-opening descriptions that warn us of what is to come. There are notes of the last days in both the Old and New Testaments. Paul and Peter write about these with advice.

You should know this, Timothy, that in the last days there will be very difficult times. 2 Timothy 3:1

Most importantly, I want to remind you that in the last days scoffers will come, mocking the truth and following their own desires. 2 Peter 3:3

Jesus was asked about the end times by His disciples. Here is briefly His response. Read more of Matthew 24 for additional clues.

Later, Jesus sat on the Mount of Olives. His disciples came to him privately and said, "Tell us, when will all this happen? What sign will signal your return and the end of the world?" Jesus told them, "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 won't 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. ... "Then you will be arrested, persecuted, and killed. You will be hated all over the world because you are my followers. ... 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 24:3-7, 9, 12-14

Did you read the October 12, Banquet With The King blog, that listed some of the things we should do to get ready? Jesus told us to be prepared. We may or may not be alive when Christ returns, but we are told to be prepared. Are you watching the weather of the times? Are you ready for any storm?

            What do you learn about Jesus from this scripture passage today?

 

Prayer – Lord Jesus, I am seeking Your face and hope that I am living up to Your expectations. There are so many scriptures of which I need to be aware in order to Be Prepared. Holy Spirit, if I’m missing something I NEED to do…please show me what I should be doing. I praise You. Lord God, and joyfully anticipate these last days, even if it means difficult times.

 

Verses of Salvation ~ All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation, and we have a priceless inheritance--an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay. And through your faith, God is protecting you by his power until you receive this salvation, which is ready to be revealed on the last day for all to see. 1 Peter 1:3-5

 

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