Our neighborhood has been the unfortunate target of numerous home invasions; nearly fifteen in the past two years. What is disturbing is we live in a guarded gated community that supposedly gave us and the other homeowners we would be relatively safe and protected. Instead, we have become a target. Numerous theories abound as to why this is happening. No one knows when the thieves will strike and no home seems immune from attack. It is a stark reminder of our Lord Jesus Christ and His prophetic words to His followers.

But know this, that if the master of the house had known what hour the thief would come, he would have watched and not allowed his house to be broken into. Therefore you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect. 

Matthew 24:43-44 (NKJV)

When Jesus spoke these words, the readiness He was speaking of was the assurance of a person’s relationship with God. Many of us think we have time to accept Jesus Christ, and when the moment of death approaches, we can make that decision. However, like the thieves who have indiscriminately invaded our neighborhood, one never knows when that may happen. 

The end times are upon us—wars and rumors of wars. Natural disasters. Famine. Economic crises. A worldwide pandemic. Satan, like the thief that he is, seeks to rob us of our eternal salvation. Jesus is always extending His invitation for you to enter into a sacred relationship with Him. If you have not confessed and repented of your sins and accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, now is the acceptable time. 

Love and trust in the Lord; seek His will in your life.