In Matthew 24 and 25, Jesus answers 2 questions from the disciples concerning the future. This lengthy passage about the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple, and the End of the Age, has puzzled people for generations. The confusion stems from the fact that Jesus is answering 2 very different questions. He has some specific instruction for the early church that was in Jerusalem concerning events that would soon occur. Jesus also has some instruction for His church throughout the ages on how to live expectant of His return.

It is a challenging passage. This week in our encounter with Jesus we will seek to bring some clarity to this very important passage by following Jesus' words closely.