What actions ensure we are not caught unaware like in Matthew 24:39? The Warning in Matthew 24:39 “and they were unaware until the flood came and swept them all away. So will be the coming of the Son of Man.” Why They Were Caught Unaware • Ordinary life absorbed them—eating, drinking, marrying (Matthew 24:38) • No heed to Noah’s preaching of righteousness (2 Peter 2:5) • Hearts dulled by sin and complacency (Luke 21:34) Essential Actions for Staying Ready • Daily watchfulness ‒ “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day on which your Lord will come.” (Matthew 24:42) ‒ Cultivate an attitude of expectancy each morning and evening (Mark 13:35-37). • Constant communion with the Lord ‒ Set aside unhurried time for Scripture meditation (Psalm 1:2; Joshua 1:8). ‒ Pray “without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17), letting every decision pass through fellowship with Christ. • Obedient, holy living ‒ “Just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15). ‒ Renounce hidden sin; walk in the light (1 John 1:7). ‒ Remember that purity proves authentic hope (1 John 3:2-3). • Active service and stewardship ‒ Use every gift and resource for the Master’s kingdom (Matthew 25:14-30). ‒ Faithfulness in “little things” trains the heart for larger assignments (Luke 16:10). • Genuine fellowship and accountability ‒ “Let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds, not forsaking meeting together” (Hebrews 10:24-25). ‒ Invite trusted believers to speak truth into blind spots (Proverbs 27:17). • Proclamation of the gospel ‒ The Great Commission remains unfinished (Matthew 28:18-20). ‒ Sharing Christ keeps our hearts aligned with His return (2 Timothy 4:1-2, 8). • Discernment of the times ‒ Compare world events with prophetic Scripture (Matthew 24; 2 Timothy 3:1-5). ‒ Guard against scoffers who downplay His coming (2 Peter 3:3-4). The Promised Outcome “Blessed are those servants whom the master finds on watch when he returns” (Luke 12:37). Pursuing these actions ensures we will greet the Son of Man with confidence rather than surprise, living every day in joyful readiness for His appearing. |
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