Tuesday, March 21, 2023

A Kassena proverb from southern Burkina Faso says, “No matter how long a bird lasts in the air, it always ends up coming down.” This saying makes me think of the second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ and the end times. God’s word affirms that the end of all things is near. In Matt. 24:3, the disciples questioned Jesus, asking what sign to look for that would signal His return and the end of the world. He told them apart from God, no one knows. Since both the day and the exact time remain unknown to all, how can we prepare? Remain vigilant. A wise person is always alert. The Christian must watch over his own life and his faith. Indeed, in Matt. 24:4-5 Jesus tells the disciples, “See that no one leads you astray. For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and they will lead many astray.” Persevere. Ecc. 7:8 says, “Better the end of a thing than its beginning.” True faith is one which braves difficult circumstances to win the final victory. Many began the march with the Lord and have abandoned it today. In 1 Tim. 1:19, the apostle Paul invites Timothy to fight the good fight and to keep faith and a good conscience. Notify others. There are still many who do not know the Lord Jesus or have not yet heard of Him. We must, more than ever, redouble our efforts to proclaim God’s Word to all creation.

Haggai has helped me be much more effective in preaching and pastoral ministry. Since my return, I have embarked on the construction of a large school to welcome Muslim children.