Mark 13:37 And what I say to you I say to all, Watch. I. IN WHAT DOES THIS WATCHFULNESS CONSIST? Consider it in reference to the coming of Christ, and our solemn appearance before Him. In this respect it implies — 1. Thoughtfulness. Sinners are so intent upon buying and selling that they have neither time nor inclination to think of anything else. It would be an interruption and disturbance to them to be told of Christ's coming. Every incident of life should bring it to remembrance. When we rise in the morning, it is natural for us to think, "Perhaps before night I may be at the end of my journey." 2. But watchfulness also implies preparation. II. ON WHAT ACCOUNT THIS WATCHFULNESS IS NECESSARY. 1. Because many are called, and few are chosen, In every field there are tares as well as wheat; in every church sinners and saints are blended together. Watch, therefore, commune with your own heart, and let your spirit make diligent search. 2. Because so many about you are slothful. 3. Because you know not the day, nor the hour, when the Son of Man cometh. Watch, therefore, while ye have the light, lest darkness come upon you. 4. Because blessed are the dead which die ill the Lord. (S. Lavington.) Parallel Verses KJV: And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch. |
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