Good morning and happy Monday. How close do you think we are to the return of Jesus? With all that's going on in the world, it feels like it could be any day now. The disciples thought the same thing in their day. But Jesus told them they had work to do, making disciples of all nations. The message is still the same, it's just to us through the the Word of God that we have been instructed. So if the end is so near, how well are we doing at the work given to us? Are we really ready for the return of Jesus? We all say we are but I think we say it because it's been 2000 plus years since the guys closest to Jesus thought they would see Him. We kinda take it for granted that we have time to get it together before "the" day. I know some people who are really living that way. That they figure when they are on their death bed they'll make it right then. Really? Plan for the future but live as though He's coming tomorrow. Be found at work for Him when He comes.  Don't waste a single day. We have a hard enough time on regular basis without intentionally neglecting our Father. Being a Christian was never said to be easy. The road is hard and full of persecution, big and small. Are we afraid of the road and the unknown or are we just too lazy? I trust God at what He says. If I can't believe and trust Him for one part of my life, how can I trust Him for any part of my life. It's either all or none. Let us be lead by you Lord. Let us follow you until the day of your return, no matter when that is. Forgive us of our failure to have faith in you at our weakest moments. Help us to call on you in those times and in the good. Lead us in the plan for our lives and let us trust you to equip us as we step out of our comfort zone and get about doing your will. In love always. <><