The Overlooked Gospel
“Ready for His Return”
Mark 13

Jesus answers the disciples about the destruction of the temple and the end times.

Near Future
	Destruction of Jerusalem - 70 A.D. (Mark 13:1-13)

Far Future
	The end of time and Second coming of Christ (Mark 13:14-27; 32-37) 

How can we be ready? 
	Do not be alarmed – give God your worries & fear (Mark 13:7-8)

“I have spoken these things so that in Me you might have peace. In this world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, for I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33

Even though these are uncertain times, we worship a God of certainty!

How can we be ready? 
	Do not be deceived – use discernment to defeat deception (Mark 13:5-6) 

“But concerning the day or that hour, no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” – Mark 13:32

It’s not about when Jesus returns, but are you living faithfully for Him now?

How can we be ready? 
	Do not be silent – look for opportunities to share the good news (Mark 13:9-11)

Jesus first came in humility and grace, but He will return in power and glory! 

“Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed— in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye … the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will all be changed … But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, 57

Knowing Christ could return tomorrow should impact the way we live today!

How can we be ready? 
	Don’t fall asleep spiritually – awaken your passion for Christ by making Him a priority in your life. 
	(Mark 13:35-37)

“The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. Let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light. Clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ …”  – Romans 13:11-12, 14