The Lesson of the Fig Tree
Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When his branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is nigh: Matthew 24:32
We had such a harsh winter in Florida that my puny fig tree lost all its leaves, even though it normally holds on to them. Now that it is spring, it is beginning to bud and will soon flourish with new leaves. Summer is coming, and soon it will be dreadfully hot. In the parable of the fig tree, Jesus is referring to the expectation of his return.
Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled. Matthew 24:34
A generation is considered 30-40 years. Jesus was talking to the people of that day, not people two thousand years in the future. In the next verse, he even assured them that his words were trustworthy and true. Would we even believe him today if he hadn't kept his word back then?
Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away. Matthew 24:35
There is evidence, and that's why Paul told us to renew our minds, but deception is at an all-time high, and people are not thinking; the truth of history is not what we've been told; and the evil one is doing all he can to deceive everyone, including those who are saved. If Satan can make you believe something that is not real and turn you away from Jesus, he will make sure everyone sees you deny him and use you as an example to help him turn others away from him.
What we are seeing is the overgrowth of deception, where evil is considered good and good is considered evil. We also see Hollywood stars, media, and politicians being worshipped, who are probably the stars that fell from heaven with Satan, and are now being worshipped by the masses, which is what Satan longed for when he and his cronies were castout of heaven. The blind are leading the blind; don't fall into that ditch! All that being said, it's time to get ready and stay ready! Cultivate a relationship with our Savior, be constant in prayer, praise God, the creator of heaven and earth, and worship Him every moment you can. Keep Jesus in the forefront of your mind at all times, because he is coming and judgment is near; we all need to prepare.
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