Title: Making the Most of Every Opportunity….
Text: Matthew 24
Background….
- Jesus condemns Jerusalem’s leaders – Matthew 23
- He recognizes His rejection – Matthew 23:37-39
- The disciples are awed by what they see
Jesus’ explanation….
- Disciples think they are asking related questions, they are not….
- Jesus explains –
- Everything in this life is transitory
- The world over-emphasizes its own importance – it is a deception
- We must choose wisely
Why the persecution?
- Jesus is honest with us
- People don’t like their allegiances and values challenged
- A life in Christ is inherently confrontational – John 3:19
Takeaways
- Jesus is concerned with now
- Don’t need to look for trouble
- Hold on to the eternal