Summer is Near

Matthew 24:32 "Now learn this parable from the fig tree: When its branch has already become tender and puts forth leaves, you know that summer is near." The other day I was pulling out of the parking lot of a local business and I noticed the Crape Murtle trees that had been cut back was starting to bud. I thought of two things. First, I thought I need to cut my crape murtles back; and second, it won't be long and summer will be hear.

Jesus used this parable in relation to the Coming of the Son of Man. When you see these signs then you will know that His coming is close, it is at hand. Just like the crape murtle beginning to bloom reminded me of something I needed to do, may the sings of His coming remind us, we must not put off till tomorrow what needs to be done today. We too may have some pruning to do. We too may have some choices to make. We may need to make some tough choices and it may hurt for a moment, but the reward will be much sweeter in the end.

Summer is near. It is getting closer. Oh, I am not speaking about the season of the year. No, I am speaking about the eternal summer of being with the King of king and Lord of lords. Make ready what needs to be made ready now, do not delay!

This is today,

Pastor Gary