📖 Sermon 154 – The Fig Tree Parable
Date: [no date given]
Text: Luke 21:29–33
Introduction
Jesus now gives a simple parable to teach His disciples how to discern the signs of the times. Just as the budding of a fig tree shows that summer is near, so the signs He has described show the nearness of God’s kingdom in judgment and redemption.
A. “Behold the fig tree, and all the trees”
A natural, observable lesson.
B. “When they now shoot forth…”
The tender buds appear.
C. “Ye see and know…”
Anyone can read the season
from the signs.
D. “That summer is nigh at hand”
A certainty based on clear evidence.
A. “So likewise ye…”
Use the same discernment spiritually.
B. “When ye see these things come to pass…”
Wars, signs, judgments, persecutions.
C. “Know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh”
God’s rule coming in judgment
on Jerusalem,
and ultimately at the Lord’s return.
A. “Verily I say unto you…”
A solemn affirmation.
B. “This generation shall not pass away
till all be fulfilled”
The destruction of Jerusalem
would occur within their lifetime —
as it did in A.D. 70.
C. “Heaven and earth shall pass away…”
Even the universe is temporary.
D. “But My words shall not pass away”
The absolute, enduring authority
of Christ’s Word.
Conclusion
Believers must watch the signs with spiritual discernment. Christ’s warnings are sure, His promises certain, and His kingdom unshakable. Let us trust His Word, for though heaven and earth fade, His truth endures forever.
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