"So too, you also must be prepared,
for at an hour you do not expect,
the Son of Man will come.”
(Matthew 24:44)
Life in the world will eventually come to an end. My ultimate journey is to be with the Lord for all of eternity. With this truth, I should always strive to "leave no stone unturned". In any eventuality, I must always be prepared.
Unlike human schedules, God’s timing is hidden. Jesus urges His followers to “stay awake” spiritually, living in readiness rather than complacency. While the Lord warns us of sudden judgment, He also reassures us that vigilance and faith secure salvation. Salvation is not automatic by association; each of us must respond to Christ.
Faith is not occasional but daily vigilance. Ordinary life can lull us into forgetting eternal realities. We should live with readiness and avoid complacency. Preparedness is not fear-driven but rooted in trust and hope in Jesus.
Christ’s coming is both a promise and a challenge. Just as people in Noah’s time ignored the signs, we too can be distracted by routine. Advent calls us to awaken, to prepare our hearts, and to live each day as though Christ might return tonight. Readiness is not about anxiety but about living faithfully, lovingly, and attentively in God’s presence.
Lord Jesus, You remind us that Your coming will be sudden, like a thief in the night. Awaken my heart from slumber, free me from distractions, and teach me to live each day in readiness. Grant me faith that endures, hope that sustains, and love that prepares me to welcome You. May I be vigilant, not fearful, and may Your life in me shine with Your light until You come again. Amen.
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