“The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray.” 1 Peter 4:7
We know that things on the world stage are quickly falling into place for the events that we read about in the books of Revelation, Daniel, Zechariah, etc. The unifying of the nations in Europe, Israel being back in the land and Jerusalem being a ‘burdensome stone’ (Zech. 12:3), the ecumenical movement paving the way to a one-world religion, the rise of China as a superpower, earthquakes and wars increasing (Matt. 24:6-8), etc.
If Peter could write in the first century, “the end of all things is near”, how much closer to the end are we reading these words today! And before all these things, comes the rapture of the church, which could happen at any time. Therefore, Peter’s words are ones we should definitely take note of.
We are exhorted many times in the Scriptures, concerning the rapture and the end times, to be alert and watching (Matt. 25:1-13, Mark 13:35-37, Luke 21:36, 1 Thess. 5:4-7). Don’t get caught in sidetracks – collecting money, possessions, creating a legacy for yourself. All these things will perish and have no eternal value. We are near the climax. It’s time to live for God.
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