How can believers prepare for the "wonders in the heavens" mentioned here? Setting the Scene “I will show wonders in the heavens and on the earth, blood and fire and columns of smoke.” ( Joel 2:30) Peter echoed this prophecy at Pentecost: “I will show wonders in the heavens above and signs on the earth below, blood and fire and clouds of smoke.” ( Acts 2:19) Jesus Himself foretold, “There will be signs in the sun and moon and stars…” ( Luke 21:25) These heavenly wonders mark pivotal moments in God’s unfolding plan. Rather than stir fear, they call us to readiness. Why the Heavenly Signs Matter • They confirm God’s sovereignty—He alone commands the skies (Psalm 19:1). • They warn of approaching judgment and redemption (Matthew 24:29–31). • They invite repentance and revival before the Day of the LORD (Joel 2:12–13). • They reassure believers that history is moving toward Christ’s visible return (Revelation 1:7). Spiritual Preparation: Heart First • Continual repentance “Therefore, repent and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away.” ( Acts 3:19) • Daily holiness “Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives.” ( 2 Peter 3:11) • Steadfast faith “The righteous will live by faith.” ( Romans 1:17) • Love that overflows “Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” ( 1 Peter 4:8) Practical Preparation: Lifestyle Choices • Stay awake spiritually “So then, let us not sleep as the others do, but let us remain awake and sober.” ( 1 Thessalonians 5:6) • Saturate your mind with Scripture “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.” ( Colossians 3:16) • Cultivate discernment Compare every sign, teaching, or headline with God’s Word (Acts 17:11). • Engage in fellowship “Encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” ( Hebrews 10:25) • Serve faithfully Use your gifts “as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” ( 1 Peter 4:10) Living in Expectation, Not Fear • Fix your hope on Christ’s appearing “We wait for the blessed hope—the glorious appearance of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.” ( Titus 2:13) • Remember God’s promise of deliverance “God did not appoint us to suffer wrath but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ.” ( 1 Thessalonians 5:9) • Encourage one another with these truths “Comfort one another with these words.” ( 1 Thessalonians 4:18) Encouragement for Today The coming wonders in the heavens are not random cosmic events; they are divinely timed signals reminding us that the King is on His way. As we keep short accounts with God, walk in holiness, and actively serve, we can look up with confidence—“because your redemption is drawing near.” ( Luke 21:28) |
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