24
They will be killed by the sword or sent away as captives to all the nations of the world. And Jerusalem will be trampled down by the Gentiles until the period of the Gentiles comes to an end.
25
“And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides.
26
People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken.
27
Then everyone will see the Son of Man coming on a cloud with power and great glory.
28
So when all these things begin to happen, stand and look up, for your salvation is near!”
29
Then he gave them this illustration: “Notice the fig tree, or any other tree.
30
When the leaves come out, you know without being told that summer is near.
31
In the same way, when you see all these things taking place, you can know that the Kingdom of God is near.
32
I tell you the truth, this generation will not pass from the scene until all these things have taken place.
33
Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never disappear.
34
“Watch out! Don’t let your hearts be dulled by carousing and drunkenness, and by the worries of this life. Don’t let that day catch you unaware,