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Matthew 24:15-31 |
In this passage, Jesus continues to answer the questions posed to him by his disciples- when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?
As we consider his answer, keep in mind the theme of the book of Matthew, to show that Jesus is the King, fulfilling the role in the line of David. Throughout Matthew, Jesus has been explaining the kingdom of Heaven and what it means to belong to this kingdom.
Out of his love for his disciples, Jesus shares a small picture of the future, the end of the age. He knows what will come, but does not reveal all of the detail
15 “So when you see the abomination of desolation spoken of by the prophet Daniel, standing in the holy place (let the reader understand), 16 then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains. 17 Let the one who is on the housetop not go down to take what is in his house, 18 and let the one who is in the field not turn back to take his cloak. 19 And alas for women who are pregnant and for those who are nursing infants in those days! 20 Pray that your flight may not be in winter or on a Sabbath. 21 For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been from the beginning of the world until now, no, and never will be. 22 And if those days had not been cut short, no human being would be saved. But for the sake of the elect those days will be cut short. 23 Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There he is!’ do not believe it. 24 For false christs and false prophets will arise and perform great signs and wonders, so as to lead astray, if possible, even the elect. 25 See, I have told you beforehand. 26 So, if they say to you, ‘Look, he is in the wilderness,’ do not go out. If they say, ‘Look, he is in the inner rooms,’ do not believe it. 27 For as the lightning comes from the east and shines as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 28 Wherever the corpse is, there the vultures will gather.
29 “Immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 30 Then will appear in heaven the sign of the Son of Man, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. 31 And he will send out his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.
Matthew 24:15-31
Those who have placed their faith in Jesus can be assured that Kingdom of Heaven is a final and future reality. Jesus protects and secures us in his Kingdom. We can proclaim this truth of the gospel to all people with confidence and hope in a future with Him.
Discussion Questions
D&A (Discipleship & Accountability)
Break up into smaller groups for prayer.
In this passage, Jesus continues to answer the questions posed to him by his disciples- when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?
As we consider his answer, keep in mind the theme of the book of Matthew, to show that Jesus is the King, fulfilling the role in the line of David. Throughout Matthew, Jesus has been explaining the kingdom of Heaven and what it means to belong to this kingdom.
Out of his love for his disciples, Jesus shares a small picture of the future, the end of the age. He knows what will come, but does not reveal all of the detail
15 “So when you see the abomination of desolation spoken of by the prophet Daniel, standing in the holy place (let the reader understand), 16 then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains. 17 Let the one who is on the housetop not go down to take what is in his house, 18 and let the one who is in the field not turn back to take his cloak. 19 And alas for women who are pregnant and for those who are nursing infants in those days! 20 Pray that your flight may not be in winter or on a Sabbath. 21 For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been from the beginning of the world until now, no, and never will be. 22 And if those days had not been cut short, no human being would be saved. But for the sake of the elect those days will be cut short. 23 Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There he is!’ do not believe it. 24 For false christs and false prophets will arise and perform great signs and wonders, so as to lead astray, if possible, even the elect. 25 See, I have told you beforehand. 26 So, if they say to you, ‘Look, he is in the wilderness,’ do not go out. If they say, ‘Look, he is in the inner rooms,’ do not believe it. 27 For as the lightning comes from the east and shines as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 28 Wherever the corpse is, there the vultures will gather.
29 “Immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 30 Then will appear in heaven the sign of the Son of Man, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. 31 And he will send out his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.
Matthew 24:15-31
Those who have placed their faith in Jesus can be assured that Kingdom of Heaven is a final and future reality. Jesus protects and secures us in his Kingdom. We can proclaim this truth of the gospel to all people with confidence and hope in a future with Him.
Discussion Questions
- Jesus refers to a specific time to come, a great tribulation. What do you learn about it from this passage?
- What do you learn about the coming of the Son of Man? Who is he?
- Jesus alludes to the book of Daniel in his response. Read Daniel 7:13-14, 27. How does he describe the coming kingdom? What is your response?
- What is the main message Jesus is communicating about the end of the age? How does he provide hope with his answer? Why do you think he does not give specific times?
- While there are varying views on how to interpret this passage. How would Jesus want us to prepare for the future?
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?