Salvation: Signs of The End Are Happening
In an era marred by unparalleled turmoil and uncertainty, humanity finds itself at a crossroads, seemingly poised on the brink of the prophesied precipice of a world in upheaval. The signs are all around us: societal fabric fraying, false prophets peddling deceptive narratives, conflicts and disasters escalating. It's easy to succumb to despair amidst this chaos, to lose sight of any semblance of hope. Yet, in the midst of this tumult, there exists a glimmer of light, a beacon of hope that refuses to be extinguished.
Matthew 24: 4-14: "Jesus answered: 'Watch out that no one deceives you. For many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am the Messiah,’ and will deceive many. You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of birth pains. Then you will be handed over to be persecuted and put to death, and you will be hated by all nations because of me. At that time many will turn away from the faith and will betray and hate each other, and many false prophets will appear and deceive many people. Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold, but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved. And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.'"
These words from the book of Matthew offer both a stark warning and a glimmer of hope. They remind us that the tumultuous events unfolding around us are not unexpected but are, in fact, part of a larger narrative, a grander plan. They remind us that amidst the chaos and despair, there is still room for faith, for love, for unity.
In times of crisis, it's easy to be swayed by the voices of false prophets, by the allure of fear and division. But true strength lies in standing firm in our convictions, in holding fast to the values of compassion, empathy, and understanding. It's a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there are those who refuse to be consumed by hate, who continue to spread a message of hope and redemption.
It's in the actions of these resilient souls that we find our beacon of hope. It's in the tireless efforts of those who refuse to be silenced, who continue to fight for justice and equality, that we see the possibility of a brighter future. It's in the simple acts of kindness and solidarity that we glimpse the potential for a world transformed.
So, as we navigate the turbulent waters of this uncertain age, let us hold fast to our faith, let us stand firm in our convictions, and let us never lose sight of the power of love to overcome even the greatest of obstacles. For in the end, it is love that will ultimately prevail, leading us out of the darkness and into the light.
Written by Jovilyn Abella
