February 14, 2023: Don'ts That You Want To Do

"But he answered them, "You see all these, do you not? Truly, I say to you, there will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down." (Matthew 24:2, ESV)

The Bible is full of ‘dos’ and 'don'ts.' Most people do not like that fact, but Matthew 24 has four powerful DONT'S. These 'don'ts' will save your life if you heed them now and at the end of the age. Let me list them:

1. Don't be deceived. vs. 4
2. Don't be afraid. vs. 6
3. Don't be offended. vs. 10
4. Don't let your love grow cold. vs. 12

As Jesus answers the question of the disciples, he starts to lay before them signs of the coming of the end of the age. These signs were quite disconcerting to the twelve. Therefore Jesus gave them something to do in response to these signs when they saw them.  

The truth will keep you from being deceived. Know it! The spirit of fear causes men to fall and shrink back in a time when they need to be thinking clearly. Don't be afraid. All the pressures of those days will cause many to become offended at God, and others they will fall away. Guard your heart, and do not pick up an offense. Because of rampant sin, the love of many will grow cold. Stir up love and remember your first love.

Do these 'don'ts,' and you will do well. "But the one who endures to the end will be saved." (Matthew 24:13, ESV)