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Salvation is the central message in the Bible. Every story that unfolds and the character grows within its pages is geared to help people prepare for Jesus’ return.
Jesus comes back.
People may not know when this will happen. But Jesus said as it is written in Matthew 16:3, but can ye not discern the sign of the times?
Therefore, the Lord tells us as it is written in Luke 21:36 Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man. But once this happens it is best to be spiritually prepared for the cataclysmic events that precede it.
The Bible intricately outlines throughout its pages especially in the book of Revelation the “Last Days” events, and the challenging times. Fortunately, the Bible is filled with encouragement on how to cope in the “End Days” as it is written in Romans 5:2, By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.
What Does The Bible Say About The End Times?
Some lines within the verses in Mark 13 warn people to “watch out, be on guard, and stay awake!” Without context, these may seem like typical warnings the Bible mentions about the overall concept of sin and ever-present temptations. However, this is done to raise awareness and reveal how people must live in light of future uncertainties. These words reflect a recurring theme in the Scriptures revolving around the second coming of Jesus.
Jesus said that no one knows the hour or day of His return as it is written in Mark 13:32, But of that day and that hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father. But Jesus also said as it is written in Luke 21:28, And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.
The world may be plunged into the developments that will shove humanity into events that may be unparalleled in history. But know this also and Jesus said as it is written in John 16:33, These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. Hence, the constant need to prepare for Jesus’ return and the end times is crucial.
How Do People Prepare For Jesus’ Return?
The Bible relays how people can prepare for Jesus’ return, and Annette K. Mazzone book Lily Among Thorns provides a faithful journey into the “End Times, and a story of faith opposing the mark of the beast, capturing people’s authority to fight against it. It’s a book tackling faith, salvation, and the coming of the final days. It’s a thought-provoking narrative readers of all ages would enjoy.
The book provides a bite-sized breakdown of the Biblical passage, helping people understand what this means and what they must do. Lily’s character reflects the courage and determination of every human to face and overcome the temptations present in life.
The readers come to know how Lily the main character in her mid-twenties prepares herself for Jesus’ return, she must welcome and live bravely through the uncertainties of the “Last Days.” The Bible is the essential guide book throughout Lily’s daily experiences, and along the way she finds the faith of others are everywhere.
The coming of the Lord Jesus is the “Promise of the Ages,” and follow Lily on her journey through the perilous times of the “Last Days” in the book Lily Among Thorns. The coming days of tribulation will come to what end as it is written in 2nd Peter 3:13, Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.
