GO- Digging Deeper: March 5, 2022

Read: Zechariah 14; Revelation 11:15-18; 17:14; 19:11-21; Luke 12

Scripture refers to the Lord when He returns ruling with an iron scepter. What imagery comes to mind with those two words? Who holds a scepter? A king holding a scepter signifies that he is ruling on his throne. This scepter is not gold or silver. What is different about iron from soft gold or silver metal? What does it mean in war when an army has iron weapons? When you hear someone rules with an iron fist the imagery is strength and no-nonsense. Do not step out of line. So what does it mean that Jesus will rule the world with an iron scepter? How many in the world will die during the wrath of God? According to Luke 12, as believers how should we be responding to the breakdown of society all around us? Know that as you seek to do God’s work – of using your resources and your jobs and your homes as places to bring others to God, then all that you need in life will be added to you. How can you store up spiritual wealth? Today ask God for more disciples to mentor.

GO- Digging Deeper: March 4, 2022

Read: Matthew 26:64; Revelation 1:7; Isaiah 34:2-8

What will be the sign of the return of Christ? It is important to grasp that these are not soft fluffy clouds with sunshine and gentle breezes. What does Isaiah 34 say about His coming? What is that day called according to Isaiah 34:8? Today, thank God that you will be spared this wrath.

GO- Digging Deeper: March 3, 2022

Read: Matthew 24:3-31; 24:36-44; Revelation 6:8-17; 8:7-13; 9:6; 18

What will the days leading up to Christ’s return look like? Compare what you are reading in Matthew to the news around the world today. What does that mean to how you need to live your life today? What does Matthew 24:8 suggest? Could we be at that stage of world history today? According to verse 14, when will the actual end come and the Great worldwide Tribulation begin? According to vs. 21-22, how will God show compassion on the world during this judgment? Today, should we try to figure out Christ’s return date? Why or why not? Rather than trying to set dates of His return, spend time asking God to help you share with others so they will be spared the wrath to come.