“But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything in it will be laid bare.” ~ 2 Peter 3:10-13 (TNIV)

“Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming. That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens by fire, and the elements will melt in the heat. But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells.” ~ 2 Peter 3:10-13 (TNIV)

“So do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring worries of its own. Today’s trouble is enough for today.” ~ Matthew 6:34 (NRSV)

Four Approaches To Prophetic Interpretation

“There is no doubt the Antichrist has already been born. Firmly established in his early years he will, after reaching maturity, achieve supreme power.” ~ Martin of Tours, Bishop in the 4 th Century

As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace – but now it is hidden from your eyes. The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side. They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of God's coming to you.” ~ Luke 19:41-44 (TNIV)

“When you are persecuted in one place, flee to another. Truly I tell you, you will not finish going through the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes.” ~ Matthew 10:23 (TNIV)

“When you see Jerusalem being surrounded by armies, you will know that its desolation is near.” ~ Luke 21:20 (TNIV)

“Truly I say to you, there are some of those who are standing here who will not taste death until they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom.” ~ Matthew 16:28 (NASB)

“But do not let this one fact escape your notice, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years like one day.” ~ 2 Peter 3:8 (NASB)

“If any of you want to be my followers, you must forget about yourself. You must take up your cross each day and follow me. If you want to save your life, you will destroy it. But if you give up your life for me, you will save it.” ~ Luke 9:23-24 (CEV)