Matthew 24:34

"Even so you also, when you see all these things, know that he is near, even at the doors."

Key Reflection

This verse emphasizes the imminent presence of Jesus Christ, suggesting that as signs and events foretold by him begin to unfold, his return is drawing close. It underscores a sense of urgency and readiness among believers to anticipate His coming, mirroring the idea that Christ's arrival is near, just as one would expect someone at the door.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 34. This generation, etc. This age; this race of men. A generation is about thirty or forty years. The destruction of Jerusalem took place about forty years after this was spoken. See Barnes "Mt 16:28". Till all these things, etc. Till these things shall receive a full accomplishment. Till events shall take place that shall be a complete fulfillment, if there were nothing farther intended. He does not mean to exclude here the reference to the judgment, but to say that the destruction of Jerusalem would be such as to make appropriate the words of the prediction, were there nothing beyond.

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