Luke 21:29b-32
Look at the fig tree, and all the trees.When they are already budding, you see and know for yourselves that summer is now near. So you also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near. Assuredly, I say to you, this generation will by no means pass away till all things take place.
I have no idea what it would feel like to be a horticulturist, but this year I have made a stab at getting a feel for producing plants from seeds. Last fall I saved seeds from a tomato plant and our favorite squash that we had bought at the store. I saved the seeds in an envelope and started them several weeks ago in potting soil. Now they are growing like crazy!
Before long I will transplant them into the garden with every expectation of seeing a crop this summer and fall. It is the law of seed time and harvest. When I first saw the tiny leaves poke through the potting soil, I could visualize a harvest.
As we read this passage in Luke 21, it is with the understanding that Jesus is giving us a prophetic message. I am told that the fig tree is a symbol of the nation of Israel. On May 14, 1948, Israel became a nation in spite of all odds. We might say that the prophetic time clock began on that day.
Notice that Jesus tells us that the generation that observes this birth will not pass away before God establishes His kingdom. There will be a shout and the saints will rise to meet Him in the air. The long-expected rapture of the church! Now is the time to work as we have never worked before to insure that the lost are reached for the Lord. I eagerly look forward to meeting each of you on that great and glorious day!
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
—Pastor Cecil