The Bible speaks of an approaching disaster, a "great tribulation such as not occurred since the world's beginning until now, no, nor will occur again." (Matthew 24:21) But this is not the end of planet earth by irresponsible human activities or some catastrophic natural event-for it is God's purpose that the earth remain forever. (Ecclesiastes 1:4) Rather, the coming tribulation is an act of God to "bring to ruin those ruining the earth." It will be the end of all wickedness and suffering. (REVELATION 11:18; PROVERBS 2:22) What a blessing that will be!
Furthermore, like tsunamis, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions, the coming destruction will not result in the death of innocent people. "God is love," says the Bible, and God, whose name is Jehovah, promises that "the righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it." (John 4:8; Psalm 37:29) How, though, can you survive the great tribulation and enjoy the promised blessings? The key is: Heed the advance warning!
Next time: BE ALERT TO THE CHANGING TIDE
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