Luke 21:25–36

The Coming of the Son of Man

²⁵“Then there will be signs in the sun, moon, and stars; ^land there will be anguish on the earth among nations bewildered by the roaring sea and waves. ^m26People will faint from fear and expectation of the things that are coming on the world, because the celestial powers will be shaken. ⁿ²⁷Then they will see the ^•Son of Man coming in a cloud ^owith power and great glory. ^p28But when these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your ^•redemption is near!” ^q

The Parable of the Fig Tree

²⁹Then He told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree, and all the trees. ³⁰As soon as they put out leaves you can see for yourselves and recognize that summer is already near. ³¹In the same way, when you see these things happening, recognize ^rthat the kingdom of God is near. ^32•I assure you: This generation will certainly not pass away until all things take place. ^s33Heaven and earth will pass away, ^tbut My words will never pass away. ^u

The Need for Watchfulness

³⁴“Be on your guard, ^vso that your minds are not dulled ^wfrom carousing, ^xdrunkenness, ^yand worries of life, ^zor that day will come on you unexpectedly ^a35like a trap. For it will come on all who live on the face of the whole earth. ³⁶But be alert at all times, ^bpraying that you may have strength ^cto escape ^dall these things that are going to take place and to stand before the Son of Man.”