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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqqjNnncUrQ
or search YouTube for ‘What is the abomination of
desolation?’
by God Questions Ministries
“At the
appointed time he will return and come into the South, but this last time it
will not turn out the way it did before.
For ships of Kittim will come against him; therefore he will be
disheartened and will return and become enraged at the holy covenant and take
action; so he will come back and show regard for those who forsake the holy
covenant. Forces from him will arise,
desecrate the sanctuary fortress, and do away with the regular sacrifice. And they will set up the abomination of
desolation. Daniel 11:28-31
[Jesus
speaking] “’But when you see the abomination of desolation standing where it
should not be (let the reader understand), then those who are in Judea must
flee to the mountains. The one who is on
the house top must not go down, or go in to get anything out of his house; and
the one who is in the field must not turn back to get his coat.’” Mark
13:14
History is
filled with stories of people ‘identifying THE date of Jesus return. They would gather friends and sit on their
roofs in expectation for days…even weeks, praying for His return. People still try to guess the date, but of
course, even the Son does not know the date and time – so He told us about the
signs that would come before His return to encourage us.
Until then we
wait. And our behaviour is what others
notice. Those who have not yet
understood the gravity of the situation are either attracted or repulsed by His
children. We all have opportunities to witness
to others about what Christ has done in our lives…to share the amazing grace of
His death and resurrection to save us from our sinful lives. Only Christ can save us out of the end of
time.
Take care with
love, especially His, Darlene (who still prays for you daily)
PS: Find my statement of faith: https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com
(where you will also find a series of beginner Bible studies to
share). You can easily find the WeakDay Devotion online by doing a Google
search for ‘WeakDay Devotion’. (Also,
there is an android ‘Google Blogger’
app you can
download to read them on your phone. Not
sure about Apple.). For the books, go Amazon books.
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS (any updates?)
·
Simon and Tamara
and their children – Simon (my pastor) has been chosen to
support the Lord’s work in a new, more far-reaching way. Help them prepare throughout this year for
the new challenges that await them. And
when Simon takes up the new role, let him fill it with the same grace, devotion
and love he has consistently demonstrated while at St. Marks. Strengthen the congregation to rejoice with
them and their decision.
·
Christine – give her strength as she journeys to heart-healing.
·
Family of Eric – Eric at 52 died suddenly leaving his 47-year-old
wife and three girls (ages 16, 19 and 23).
Pray the Lord comforts the family through this time of mourning. Pray for their wisdom and that God will send
trustworthy, honourable, Bible-based councilors for the many decisions that now
must be made.
·
Peyton
- eldest granddaughter of Jeff and Rachael – now in her second year of
college. Please continue to pray for her
that she does well, makes good decisions and continues having a good
relationship with the Lord.
·
Sophie – three-year old daughter of a
friend is chronically unwell and frail.
Please pray for her, her parents and health carers to find ways to
manage the symptoms and heal her.
·
Hans
– a dear friend in Germany, has lung cancer and unable to work. Pray for his financial situation and that his
new social worker will be able to help him through this difficult time. Pray for his patience and God’s mercy. Pray for his healthcare providers and that he
is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support
him through this journey. Pray for his
Mom (age 84) -- that their time together is filled with extraordinary good
memories and lots of love.
·
Callilah
- a lost child. Pray the Lord will
capture her heart.
Pray for those in full-time service
Pray to uphold our Christian leaders – that they never
compromise God’s Word, are bold and courageous in the face of evil. Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity,
strength and for their families.
Pray for those with ongoing health concerns
Many of us have family, friends and loved ones with fragile
health. Pray God takes special care with
them and protects them in practical ways and that the Lord will have mercy on
them during this challenging time.
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