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Matthew 24:32-51| Be Ready
We look forward to the fruit of the fig tree when we see its leaves sprouting. Jesus assures his disciples that in the same way, they can look forward to his return. This is his assurance to us all.
Jesus returns to dealing with the disciples questions, specifically addressing the timing of the end of the age. He emphasizes that He will return as King, assuring them these things will take place. We can count on it, because his word verifies it. Although the tribulation points to the time being imminent, no one will know the exact time. He emphasizes that the unexpected timing of his return will be like when the flood came or when a thief comes. Everyone will be unaware until it happens.
“From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near. 33 So also, when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very gates. 34 Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place. 35 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.
36 “But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only. 37 For as were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 38 For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark, 39 and they were unaware until the flood came and swept them all away, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 40 Then two men will be in the field; one will be taken and one left. 41 Two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken and one left. 42 Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. 43 But know this, that if the master of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into. 44 Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.
45 “Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? 46 Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he comes. 47 Truly, I say to you, he will set him over all his possessions. 48 But if that wicked servant says to himself, ‘My master is delayed,’ 49 and begins to beat his fellow servants and eats and drinks with drunkards, 50 the master of that servant will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour he does not know 51 and will cut him in pieces and put him with the hypocrites. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Matthew 24:32-51
We don’t know the day, but we know Jesus is coming back soon. While we wait, Jesus calls us to be prepared for his return. We show our readiness and anticipation of Jesus’ return by actively serving Jesus.
Discussion Questions
D&A (Discipleship & Accountability)
Break up into smaller groups for prayer.
We look forward to the fruit of the fig tree when we see its leaves sprouting. Jesus assures his disciples that in the same way, they can look forward to his return. This is his assurance to us all.
Jesus returns to dealing with the disciples questions, specifically addressing the timing of the end of the age. He emphasizes that He will return as King, assuring them these things will take place. We can count on it, because his word verifies it. Although the tribulation points to the time being imminent, no one will know the exact time. He emphasizes that the unexpected timing of his return will be like when the flood came or when a thief comes. Everyone will be unaware until it happens.
“From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near. 33 So also, when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very gates. 34 Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place. 35 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.
36 “But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only. 37 For as were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 38 For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark, 39 and they were unaware until the flood came and swept them all away, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 40 Then two men will be in the field; one will be taken and one left. 41 Two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken and one left. 42 Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. 43 But know this, that if the master of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into. 44 Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.
45 “Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? 46 Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he comes. 47 Truly, I say to you, he will set him over all his possessions. 48 But if that wicked servant says to himself, ‘My master is delayed,’ 49 and begins to beat his fellow servants and eats and drinks with drunkards, 50 the master of that servant will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour he does not know 51 and will cut him in pieces and put him with the hypocrites. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Matthew 24:32-51
We don’t know the day, but we know Jesus is coming back soon. While we wait, Jesus calls us to be prepared for his return. We show our readiness and anticipation of Jesus’ return by actively serving Jesus.
Discussion Questions
- What are the signs that indicate we are in the last days?
- What are you more prepared for - a robber coming into your house, or Jesus coming back?
- How often do you think about the fact that Jesus is coming back?
- What does it look like for us to be ready for his return? What will you now do differently?
- What can we learn from the faithful servant about being ready?
- What is your response regarding the punishment of the wicked servant?
- What conversations will you have with loved ones? What would you want to communicate with them about eternity and Jesus?
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?