Watchfulness

We must not be found sleeping - Mark 13:33 – 13:37 (commentary)

The key word in this passage is “Watch” (v. 37). Jesus compares His going away as to a man who takes a long journey and leaves his servants to watch over things while he is gone (vv. 33-34). Jesus has left the earth to go to His Father and left His disciples with th …

Jesus Tells them to Remain Watchful - Luke 21:29 – 21:38 (commentary)

The fig tree in this parable is thought by many to be a symbol of Israel. Jesus is teaching that we can tell what is coming by watching the signs. As the fig leaves sprout in the spring, we know that summer is near. As the budding of the fig tree indicates that summ …