Matthew
23:23ff – The Olivet Discourse
Our
Lord’s words about the desolation of the temple prompted the disciples to ask
Him about the future of the city, the temple, and the nation. The theme is the
tribulation (“day of the Lord”) that will come upon the world in the last days.
Jesus explained the events of the first half of the tribulation and the last
half; and then He announced His return to earth after the Tribulation. On that
day, people will quote the words of Psalm 118:26 with great joy at the
fulfillment of everything foretold. But until then, Jerusalem and the Jewish
nation (Lam. 3:32,33) have a dark future, because the city and Israel’s leaders
were not willing to embrace God’s plan (Luke 7:30).
The
signs of His coming to the earth is directed primarily to Israel, telling the
people to watch and be ready. But these words have a message for the church
today, because “coming events cast their shadows before” We are looking for the
Savior and not for signs (Phil 3:20), because He can come at any time, but as
we see these things developing in our world, we are encouraged to expect Him
soon.
When
He comes, He will reckon with His servants and reward those who have been
faithful; it behooves us to be ready.
Please
read the chapter listed so that you can understand God’s Word better.
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J.
Vernon McGee Commentary and Nelson’s Quick Reference Commentary.
Dr.
David Jeremiah, J. Vernon McGee Through the Bible
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