James 1:22 – “do not merely listen to the word and so deceive yourselves do what it says”.
The passage in its context
Leaving the temple
Two obvious questions
… do not follow signs
… be on your guard
In tough times
… preach the gospel
… stand firm
The cataclysmic event – Mark 13:13
… Daniel 9:27, 11:31, 12:11
= the death of Jesus the Son of God
… Apocalyptic literature
… the temple is no longer needed .. and will be destroyed
… the owner is coming back
For us today
1) The need to stand firm … things might get a little rough.
2) Be gospel centred in tough times
3) Don’t be distracted from Jesus
4) Don’t bother with a date