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Matthew 24:1-14 | Then The End Will Come
We return to Jerusalem, where Jesus and his disciples are walking away from the temple. Jesus has just pronounced judgement on the hypocritical scribes and Pharisees, as well as the people who have rejected God’s message. Recently rebuilt by Herod, the temple is an architectural wonder of the world. It appears to represent a thriving people and their religion. Yet, Jesus now predicts the destruction of this great temple, prompting questions from his disciples about what is to come.
Jesus left the temple and was going away, when his disciples came to point out to him the buildings of the temple. 2 But he answered them, “You see all these, do you not? Truly, I say to you, there will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down.”
3 As he sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately, saying, “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?” 4 And Jesus answered them, “See that no one leads you astray. 5 For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and they will lead many astray. 6 And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not alarmed, for this must take place, but the end is not yet. 7 For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places. 8 All these are but the beginning of the birth pains.
9 “Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and put you to death, and you will be hated by all nations for my name’s sake. 10 And then many will fall away and betray one another and hate one another. 11 And many false prophets will arise and lead many astray. 12 And because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold. 13 But the one who endures to the end will be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. Matthew 24:1-14
In a world that is getting progressively worse, Jesus encourages us to endure to the end. Instead of wondering when or how, Jesus instructs us that we must keep our eyes on the truth, stay calm in the chaos, and endure to the end. Our work, until the end comes, is to proclaim the gospel to all peoples.
Discussion Questions
D&A (Discipleship & Accountability)
Break up into smaller groups for prayer.
We return to Jerusalem, where Jesus and his disciples are walking away from the temple. Jesus has just pronounced judgement on the hypocritical scribes and Pharisees, as well as the people who have rejected God’s message. Recently rebuilt by Herod, the temple is an architectural wonder of the world. It appears to represent a thriving people and their religion. Yet, Jesus now predicts the destruction of this great temple, prompting questions from his disciples about what is to come.
Jesus left the temple and was going away, when his disciples came to point out to him the buildings of the temple. 2 But he answered them, “You see all these, do you not? Truly, I say to you, there will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down.”
3 As he sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately, saying, “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?” 4 And Jesus answered them, “See that no one leads you astray. 5 For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and they will lead many astray. 6 And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not alarmed, for this must take place, but the end is not yet. 7 For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places. 8 All these are but the beginning of the birth pains.
9 “Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and put you to death, and you will be hated by all nations for my name’s sake. 10 And then many will fall away and betray one another and hate one another. 11 And many false prophets will arise and lead many astray. 12 And because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold. 13 But the one who endures to the end will be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. Matthew 24:1-14
In a world that is getting progressively worse, Jesus encourages us to endure to the end. Instead of wondering when or how, Jesus instructs us that we must keep our eyes on the truth, stay calm in the chaos, and endure to the end. Our work, until the end comes, is to proclaim the gospel to all peoples.
Discussion Questions
- In what way have you seen others be led astray from truth?
- What are you doing to know the truth well enough to recognize a counterfeit?
- How can we help one another to keep our eyes on the truth?
- How do you respond to the conflict and concerns life brings?
- What scriptures or promises do you find help you stay calm in chaos?
- What action steps will you take in reaching the nations?
D&A (Discipleship & Accountability)
Break up into smaller groups for prayer.
- How is your time with God?
- What are you praying for?
- What are you struggling with?
- Who are you praying for to know Jesus?
- What gospel conversations have you had this week with someone who doesn’t follow Jesus?