My Thoughts on Currents Events
In Matthew 24: 3-7 the disciples ask Jesus "What will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?" Jesus answered: “You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of birth pains. See Also Luke 21:7-11, Luke 21:21-28
When we see these things taking place, we need to remember that the Lord told us about them in advance. HIS WORD IS TRUE! He told us to stand firm and not be troubled about those things that would happen.
We who have received Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour don't have to be troubled by the things which go on in this world, for we have the hope of everlasting life. God said these troubles and sorrows would come, but He also said to get our mind on heaven and heavenly things. We must prepare to stand, rather than to fret and worry. We want to be found ready and watching on that day. Look past all the things that are happening. Look past all of the headlines. Don't allow your heart to be troubled by them. KEEP YOUR EYES FIXED ON JESUS!
I've been amazed at the things which have happened in recent years. I try to put events in line with Bible prophecies. I take note of the news the same way I would look at my calendar, to see what day it is. You know, as you look at the events of the world today, it tells you what time it is. It's getting late! The events which have taken place certainly show us the distressing time we are living in. But let's not wring our hands in despair. Let's not look at the times in wonderment and fear. These are shaking events and they certainly say something to us. Let's get ourselves in line with the coming of the Lord, to where we will take the Word of God to heart. Then we won't be troubled by any of the things that happen.
We should be able look for His coming, without worrying or fretting about what will happen next. I Peter 5:7 Casting all your care upon Him; for He careth for you.
Remember, nothing is going to happen without God allowing it to happen. He is still on His throne. In God's province and plan, He has a purpose in everything that happens. Thus, through the shaking events which are taking place in the world today, many are waking up to the realization that they need Jesus Christ and that is GOOD NEWS!
Pray that this new crisis will open the eyes of the lost to see Jesus. Amen
