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"Miraculous signs will occur in the sun, moon, and stars. The nations of the earth will be deeply troubled and confused because of the roaring and tossing of the sea.
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People will faint as they fearfully wait for what will happen to the world. Indeed, the powers of the universe will be shaken.
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"Then people will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.
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"When these things begin to happen, stand with confidence! The time when you will be set free is near."
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Then Jesus used this story as an illustration. "Look at the fig tree or any other tree.