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Devotional - 16th Jul 2021

 'When these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh' (Luke 21:28).

We have been hearing that 'Jesus is coming soon' all our lives; but the reality is, He is definitely nearer than when we first believed. Reading the Bible, the history of the world and seeing the signs of the time in our days, must convince us that Jesus is coming soon. He is soon to come and we must be prepared to meet him jubilantly and in peace. The text said, "When these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh." When we see these things happening, be of a  cheerful and pleasant countenance. Then look up to Jesus where our help comes from; and lift our heads to the Saviour and Deliver who has redeemed us with His precious blood. Let us have the experience of joyfulness and rejoice in the approaching salvation from heaven. There are earthquakes in divers place; tsunami; pestilences, such as the Coronavirus; floodings; famines; Christians being persecuted for their faith in Christ; sickness; diseases, pain, sufferings and death all around us. All these things must happen before Christ appears. But there is hope in the coming of the Lord. The Word of God says, "We are to look up." We are to rejoice, be glad because Jesus our Redeemer will soon burst the clouds of heaven and deliver those who believe in Him; who laid down their lives for Him; those who suffered for Him. He will also at that time bring His final judgement on the world. But fear not, because God is with all those love and trust Him. Their rewards are with Him who comes to take them to a place He went to prepare for them; the crowns they will receive for living a life of faith and helping others to come to Jesus. So my friends, my brothers and sisters, raise yourself up, stand tall, look with confidence and elation as you look for the coming of Christ. He is coming to deliver you; to release you from the bondage of sin and of the world. Be encouraged, have faith, have hope and rejoice.

Have a wonderful day and a blessed weekend

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