Revolution
September 15, 2012
The Middle-East is exploding. It seems that almost everyday, or every hour, a new uprising is occurring somewhere in an Islamic or Arab country. While there are differing opinions as to the cause of these political upheavals, they are happening, nonetheless.
Jesus, however, told us that these things would come to pass just before His return. The Lord states, ”Watch out that you are not deceived. For many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am he,’ and, ‘The time is near.’ Do not follow them. 9 When you hear of wars and revolutions, do not be frightened. These things must happen first, but the end will not come right away” (Luke 21:8-9). We see these revolutions taking place everyday on the front pages of our newspapers and as the lead stories on television news programs.
Once again, as Christians, we need not fear. The Lord will take care of His own. He will not abandon those who have committed their lives to Him. We can take heart in knowing that when He comes, everything will be made right. In the meantime, we trust in Him for our eternal security and for our earthly security also.
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The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? -Psalm 27:1 … GREAT POST!
Bless you.
I agree with your last paragraph entirely. Christians need not be afraid and should not worry. He will see us through every event and circumstance before us. Jesus’ words in Luke 21:8-9, however, were in answer to a question that His disciples asked Him concerning a very specific event that he had just prophesied. That event was, of course, the destruction of the Temple by the Romans in 70 AD; an event that would occur 40 years in their future but now in our distant past.
It is not a matter of fear; it’s a matter of faith. It is an opportunity for true believers to shine brighter than ever. The more darkness prevails the lighter we should become.
I agree.
We become brighter by becoming more outspoken. We need to take it (the Word) to our adversary like never before. We need to expose Islam for what it is and Muhammed for what he was. Would should all be on the Muslim’s “hit” list.
Bless you, Fred.
Hello Chaplain Lampe, I believe that the Lord was speaking to His disciples and to His followers 2000 years later. Yes, He had just given an answer to a particular subject, but he was also giving us clues about His return that would occur many years later.
Wonder reminder!!! Thanks so much for sharing…Many, many blessings to you…Robin
Bless you, Robin.
We need not fear. I totally agree. The true Christians definitely have nothing to fear, for we know not when,but we know in the end we will be with our Savior. In my noon day bible study class we are studying Revelations. These are indeed things to come. We should read again Matthew 24. Be blessed!
Bless you, Shelia.
You are absolutely right.
Bless you, Charles.