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When Jesus Returns: Why All the Tribes of the Earth Will Mourn

When Jesus Returns: Why All the Tribes of the Earth Will Mourn

Matthew 24:30 gives us a vivid picture of the moment Jesus returns. The verse says that “all the tribes of the earth will mourn.” But who are these people, and why are they so sad when Jesus comes back? Let’s take a closer look at what this means.

1. Who Are the Tribes of the Earth?

The term “all the tribes of the earth” refers to everyone on the planet who has rejected God’s love and mercy. These are people who chose to live in sin rather than follow Jesus. In the Bible, there is a warning about taking the “mark of the beast” on the right hand or forehead. This mark represents loyalty to the Antichrist—a world leader who is against everything God stands for.

These people embraced the Antichrist’s way of life, thinking it would bring them power, security, and happiness. They proudly followed his world order, believing it would last forever. But as the Bible tells us, the Antichrist’s reign is short-lived. After seven years of ruling, Jesus returns to take back His rightful place as King. The people who followed the Antichrist realize their terrible mistake too late.

2. Why Are They Mourning?

When Jesus returns, He does so in power and great glory, splitting the sky wide open. For those who believed in Him, this is a moment of joy and hope. But for those who rejected Him, it is a time of mourning and fear. They are mourning because they now understand they’ve made a tragic choice. They rejected God’s love, grace, and forgiveness. Now, they must face the consequences. Their worst nightmare—the reality of living without God forever—is coming true.

These people mourn because they know they will have to pay the price for rejecting Jesus. They realize that their choice to live in sin and follow the Antichrist has led them to a place of eternal separation from God. Their short-lived power and pleasure under the Antichrist have come to an end, and now they must face judgment.

Conclusion: A Sobering Reminder

Matthew 24:30 serves as a warning and a reminder. Jesus is coming back, and everyone will see Him when He does. For those who love and follow Him, it will be a time of great joy. But for those who rejected Him, it will be a day of sorrow and regret. The phrase “all the tribes of the earth” helps us see that no one is left out of this moment. Every person will experience the return of Jesus—either with joy or with mourning.

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God’s Love in the Day of Judgement

Isaiah 13:6-16 is a vivid prophecy concerning the “Day of the Lord,” a time of catastrophic judgment upon Babylon. At first, the passage appears to focus on God’s wrath on the Day of Judgement. Yet, it actually reflects His deep love for humanity by forewarning us of judgment to offer an opportunity for repentance and salvation.

1. The Day of the Lord: God’s Love in the Day of Judgment

The passage begins with a call to “Wail, for the day of the Lord is near; it will come as destruction from the Almighty” (v. 6). The verses describe terrifying events such as the trembling of hearts, cosmic disturbances, and the cruel judgment that will come upon sinners. This might seem like pure wrath, but within this prophecy lies a message of God’s love and mercy in the Day of Judgement.

2. God’s Loving Warning: An Opportunity for Repentance

God’s decision to warn through prophecy is motivated by love. He forewarns the people of the impending disaster, giving them a chance to turn from their sin. The prophecy is not meant to crush the spirit, but to lead people to repentance before the calamity arrives. This shows that God doesn’t desire for humanity to suffer (2 Peter 3:9), but He is holy and must address sin.

3. God’s Desire to Save, Not Destroy

The extreme imagery used here, like the heavens trembling and the earth being shaken out of place (v. 13), emphasizes the severity of sin and the necessity of judgment. Yet, through this, we see that God’s love drives Him to issue these warnings. He desires to save people from the destruction that sin brings. If there were no warning, there would be no way to escape.

4. The Love of God: Deliverance through Judgment

Although the destruction seems certain, God’s ultimate purpose is to lead humanity to salvation. The passage serves as a reminder that judgment and mercy are not mutually exclusive. In fact, His judgment points to the need for deliverance, which He ultimately provides through Jesus Christ. God does not leave humanity hopeless in the face of the Day of the Lord; instead, He provides a way out through faith and repentance.

Conclusion: God’s Loving Purpose in the Day of Judgement

Isaiah 13:6-16 underscores a critical aspect of God’s character: His love for humanity is so great that He warns us of the coming catastrophe. His desire is not to destroy, but to offer salvation. By forewarning us, He gives us the opportunity to turn away from sin and embrace His grace. The prophecy reveals not only the holiness of God. It also reveals God’s love in the Day of Judgement, showing that His warnings are acts of compassion designed to save us.

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What Jesus Told Us – Matthew 24:5

For many will come in My name, saying, “I am the Christ,” and will mislead many.

Matthew 24:5

In the Olivet discourse, Jesus stresses the importance of not allowing anyone to mislead you. In fact, this is the only thing that Jesus repeats four times the entire sermon (in verses 4, 5, 11, and 24). The word ‘mislead’ means to deceive, and deception has proven to be a crippling blow to humanity.

It all started when Jesus pronounced in Matthew 16 that He would build the Church on the Rock (Himself) and the gates of hell would not overpower it. And satan certainly cannot overpower the True Church that puts its faith and trust in Jesus. But if satan can’t beat the church, he did the next best thing. He joined it.

There are so many different faiths and religions from Catholics to Baptists, from Islam to Buddhists. Satan joined the Church and for those who choose not to read the Bible, the truth of God’s Word, they will get lost in the web of religion!