Mark 13:24
Mark 13:24
The sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light.
The imagery of the sun darkening and the moon losing its light serves as a solemn reminder of the end times, a time when God’s judgment will be revealed. This prophecy calls us to be vigilant and discerning, understanding that the world as we know it is temporary. The darkening of the sun and moon is symbolic of the upheaval that will come when God’s plan for humanity unfolds. It urges us to place our hope not in worldly things, which are fleeting, but in God’s eternal promises. This verse challenges us to examine our lives and align them with His truth, as the signs of His coming are clear. We are called to live in a way that honors God, knowing that time is limited and that His return is imminent. The verse reminds us that just as the celestial bodies are subject to God’s authority, so too is our destiny in His hands. Our trust in Him is our guiding light, even when the world around us seems darkened.
Joel 2:31
The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood, before the great and terrible day of the Lord.
Matthew 13:6
The sun scorched them, and they withered.
Psalm 113:3
From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.
Ecclesiastes 1:9
There is nothing new under the sun.