Jesus made it clear that no human being knows the exact day or hour of His return. Therefore, attempts to set dates for His coming are contrary to His warning. The proper response to uncertainty is not speculation but preparation. Since He may come when we least expect, we must remain ready at all times. Scriptural Readings for the Day Matthew 24:36, 44 (KJV) “36 But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only. 44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.” Acts 1:7 (KJV) “And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.”
Prayer Lord Jesus, keep me from the temptation to speculate about the exact time of Your coming. Instead, help me to remain ready, watchful, and faithful every day. Amen.
Jesus warned that in the last days the increase of iniquity would cause the love of many to grow cold. When sin becomes common, people can gradually lose their sensitivity to righteousness and their passion for God. We must guard our hearts and continue walking in love, even when the world around us becomes increasingly hostile to biblical truth. Do not allow the spiritual condition of the world to determine the condition of your heart. We are already living in such days. Let us not focus on the filth around us, but on the standard of God’s holiness so that we will not compromise our faith. Scriptural Readings for the Day Matthew 24:12-13 (KJV) “12 And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. 13 But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.” Revelation 2:4-5 (KJV) 4 Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. 5 Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent. Prayer Lord Jesus, keep my love for You burning even when iniquity increases around me. Help me to remain faithful, compassionate, and steadfast until the end. Amen.
Jesus warned of a period of unprecedented trouble called the great tribulation. It will be a time of severe suffering, deception, persecution, and divine judgment. This is a reminder to keep ourselves pure so that we can escape through the rapture, and not pass through this horrible period. Whatever one’s understanding of the timing of these events, the warning of Scripture should cause every believer to remain spiritually awake and faithful. Our confidence must remain in the Lord, who is greater than every tribulation. Scriptural Readings for the Day Matthew 24:21-22 (KJV) “21 For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be. 22 And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect’s sake those days shall be shortened.” “Matthew 24:29-31 KJV 29 Immediately after the tribulation of those days shall the sun be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light, and the stars shall fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens shall be shaken: 30 And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. 31 And he shall send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.” Prayer Heavenly Father, prepare me to remain faithful through every trial. Give me courage, endurance, and unwavering faith in Jesus Christ, whatever difficulties may come upon the earth. Amen.
The return of Jesus Christ is the great hope of every true believer. He will return visibly, powerfully, and gloriously, and every eye shall see Him. The Lord will gather His people, judge wickedness, and establish His righteous rule. Therefore, let us not fear the future but live faithfully while eagerly looking for the coming of our King. Scriptural Readings for the Day Acts 1:11 (KJV) “Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven.” Revelation 1:7 (KJV) “Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen.” Prayer Lord Jesus, I look forward to the day of Your glorious return. Help me to remain watchful, holy, faithful, and ready to meet You when You come. May I never be ashamed of You but remain faithful until the end. Amen.
The Bible warns of a future system in which the beast will exercise authority over economic activity and require people to receive a mark. This prophecy should cause believers to take seriously the possibility of pressure to compromise their loyalty to God. We must remember that our ultimate allegiance belongs to Christ, not to any earthly ruler or system. Whatever challenges come, God’s people must remain faithful to Him. Scriptural Readings for the Day Revelation 13:16-18 (KJV) “16 And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bond, to receive a mark in their right hand, or in their foreheads: 17 And that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark, or the name of the beast, or the number of his name. 18 Here is wisdom. Let him that hath understanding count the number of the beast: for it is the number of a man; and his number is Six hundred threescore and six.” Revelation 14:9-10 (KJV) “9 And the third angel followed them, saying with a loud voice, If any man worship the beast and his image, and receive his mark in his forehead, or in his hand, 10 The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of God…” Revelation 14:12 (KJV) “Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.” Prayer Lord Jesus, give me strength to remain loyal to You regardless of pressure or persecution. Help me to understand Your Word correctly and never exchange eternal truth for temporary convenience. Amen.
The Bible warns of a coming figure who will oppose God, exalt himself, and exercise great authority. Scripture calls him the man of sin, the son of perdition, and describes him as the Antichrist. His appearance will be part of the final conflict between God’s Kingdom and Satan’s rebellion. Believers must not become obsessed with identifying him but should remain firmly rooted in Christ and His truth. Scriptural Readings for the Day 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4 (KJV) “3 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; 4 Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God.” 1 John 2:18 (KJV) “Little children, it is the last time: and as ye have heard that antichrist shall come, even now are there many antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time.” 2 Thessalonians 2:8 (KJV) “And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming.” Prayer Father, keep me from deception concerning the events of the last days. Help me to remain faithful to Jesus Christ and never compromise my allegiance to Him. Amen.
