It's Darkest Before the Dawn

The bible tells us, that "he who endures to the end, will be saved." (Matthew 24:13).

Jesus was referring to the "end days," "last days," or "the end of the dispensation of grace." He's talking about the days, just before He comes back to retrieve those of us who believe, and take us home to heaven.

I'm sure you've all seen how horrible things are in the world right now, with terrorism spiking across Europe, the Middle East and in the US. The terrorists we're dealing with are 100 times worse than Usama Bin Laden simply because the days are growing more violent, which the bible said would happen! Here's another example: The anger, hate, lies and corruption in DC! Paul said, "Because lawlessness is increased, people's love for one another will grow cold." (Matthew 24:12). These are all perfect examples of "lawlessness."

I pray, sometimes several times a day for the victims of terrorism all around the world. (Just saw a tweet a few moments ago that there was another attack in Germany!). There were so many attacks within the last week, whether it was in Germany, France, or America, I simply can't keep up. 

Here in our country, "Nation will rise against nation," translates into "nationality against nationality!" We've got Black Lives Matter groups protesting every act by American Law Enforcement as 'abusive' or 'racist' towards African Americans. Nothing could be further from the truth. Most LEO's want to do their jobs and get home to their families safe. We're now beginning to see attacks and ambushes on American police officers! Dallas, Louisiana, Kansas, Michigan, etc. The only thing we're left wondering, is "when will it happen next," not "if" but "when." This irrational hatred is causing people to go off the deep end! All of this stress is beginning to feel like an emotional tornado!

As Christians, we know the day is near. Jesus said, "When you see all these things coming to pass, stand and look up, for your redemption draws nigh!" (Luke 21:28). 

All of this darkness can make it hard to see what's in front of us, so it's time we make "careful" the first word in our vocabulary and WAKE UP! Time is running out, so please? Get right with God? I wouldn't wish the Seven Year Tribulation on my worst enemy!  

This may be a dark time in the history of civilization, but then, it's always darkest before the dawn!