HOST: Ron House
SPONSOR: Start2Finish
“Take a lesson from the fig tree. From the moment you notice its buds form, the merest hint of green, you know summer’s just around the corner. And so it is with you. When you see all these things, you know he is at the door. Don’t take this lightly. I’m not just saying this for some future generation, but for this one, too—these things will happen. Sky and earth will wear out; my words won’t wear out.
After reminding them of what is truly important, Jesus returns to the physical circumstances the disciples face. The physical destruction of Jerusalem is coming. It will take place during their lives. They must ready themselves and be prepared. They must watch for the signs and know when it is time to act. As this text concludes, there is the reminder of the sovereignty of God’s will. “Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away.” It was God’s will and purpose that Jerusalem be destroyed. Though it may have been hard for many of that day to understand, there was a grander purpose and plan in place. God’s desire, as it always has been, was for the salvation of His people, the church. Through the events of history, God would providentially cause the spread of the gospel and the growth of His church. What a wonderful thing it is to worship and serve a God Whose will rules the universe and Whose word will never pass away.
Why is it important that God’s Word will never pass away?
Don’t forget to pray and have a great day!
