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Then Jesus used this story as an illustration. "Look at the fig tree or any other tree.
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As soon as leaves grow on them, you know without being told that summer is near.
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In the same way, when you see these things happen, you know that the kingdom of God is near.
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"I can guarantee this truth: This generation will not disappear until all this takes place.
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The earth and the heavens will disappear, but my words will never disappear.
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"Make sure that you don't become drunk, hung over, and worried about life. Then that day could suddenly catch you by surprise
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like a trap that catches a bird. That day will surprise all people who live on the earth.
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Be alert at all times. Pray so that you have the power to escape everything that is about to happen and to stand in front of the Son of Man."
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During the day Jesus would teach in the temple courtyard. But at night he would go to the Mount of Olives (as it was called) and spend the night there.
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All of the people would get up early to hear him speak in the temple courtyard.