TUESDAY, MARCH 20
Luke 21:5-24
Isaiah 46:1-13

“My counsel shall stand,
and I will do all my pleasure.”

PROPHECIES FULFILLED

Jesus, rebuking the Jews’ conceited character, told them of the consequences of their rejection of Him. He foretold the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple. Jesus’ prophecy was fulfilled about forty years later as the Romans destroyed the Temple (Isa 46:10).

In AD 70, Rome attacked Jerusalem which was then held by rebel Jews who wanted independence from Rome. The Roman soldiers destroyed the city and killed many Jews. Out of fear, the Jews left Israel and emigrated to the four corners of the world. It was indeed a terrifying invasion by the Romans. Infants, the elderly and pregnant women were brutally killed.

The Jews were dispersed and “… led away captive into all nations…” (Luke 21:24). The wrath of God was upon them for their rejection of the offer of salvation through the Lord Jesus Christ. During World War II, six million Jews were massacred by Hitler of Germany. They were granted their wish that the blood of Jesus be upon their children. Yet, God was so gracious -- He still fulfilled His promise to His chosen nation. In 1948, the Jews returned to their homeland and waged a war of independence. A group of Jews with no government, no sophisticated military training and equipment put to shame the armies of the Arab countries. They were recognized by the United Nations on May 14, 1948, as the independent state of Israel, in fulfilment of God’s Word.

Jesus also spoke of widespread deception that would come. He said that many would be coming in His name. He also talked of commotions, wars and rumours of wars. Today, the entire modern world is threatened by terrorism. The threat of a third world war is constantly in the air. Earthquakes causing tsunamis are frequently experienced, volcanoes erupting, floods submerging large plains, incurable diseases emerging everywhere. The end is near!

THOUGHT: Do I believe the 100% truthfulness of prophecies?
PRAYER: Lord, give me a heart to believe all Thy words!