Matthew 24:23

"Unless those days had been shortened, no flesh would have been saved. But for the sake of the chosen ones, those days will be shortened."

Key Reflection

In the first-century Jewish context, this verse echoes the catastrophic destruction of Jerusalem in 70 CE, which was a turning point for many believers who saw it as divine judgment. Jesus reassures his followers that God had shortened these apocalyptic days to spare the lives of those who would become his chosen ones, thereby protecting them from the full brunt of impending calamity and ensuring their salvation amidst looming disasters.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 23. Lo, here is Christ. The Messiah. The Jews expected the Messiah to deliver them from Roman oppression. In the time of these great-calamities they would anxiously look for him, Many would claim to be the Messiah. Many would follow them. Many would rejoice to believe that he was come, and would call on others, Christians with the rest, to follow them. Believe it not. You have evidence that the Messiah has come, and you are not to be deceived by the plausible pretensions of others. {u} "Then if any" De 13:1-3 __________________________________________________________________

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