Scripture to Read: Luke 21:5-9
Jesus continued to teach His followers and predicted the temple’s destruction, which was fulfilled in AD 70 when the Romans took Jerusalem and destroyed the temple. God had Luke record in Luke 21:5–9, And while some were talking about the temple, that it was adorned with beautiful stones and votive gifts, He said, 6 “As for these things which you are looking at, the days will come in which there will not be left one stone upon another which will not be torn down.” 7 They questioned Him, saying, “Teacher, when therefore will these things happen? And what will be the sign when these things are about to take place?” 8 And He said, “See to it that you are not misled; for many will come in My name, saying, ‘I am He,’ and, ‘The time is near.’ Do not go after them. 9 When you hear of wars and disturbances, do not be terrified; for these things must take place first, but the end does not follow immediately.” As some disciples marveled at the temple’s beauty, Jesus said a day would come when it would be destroyed. Jesus gave them signs to watch for that would precede the temple’s destruction and the coming of the end times. Jesus had told them earlier that Jerusalem would be destroyed (Luke 19:41–44). Jesus had spoken of His return (Luke 12:35–48; Luke 17:20–37). Jesus spoke of suffering (Luke 9:23–27; Luke 12:4–12). But here, Jesus talks of all three events. The point is that we must be ready for Christ’s return and live for Him.
Challenge & Application
Why is it so critical that we live for Christ each day, not for what this world offers us?
Knowing Christ could return at any time, how are you choosing to live for Him each day?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!