Luke 21:25-36

«And there will be signs in the sun, moon, and stars; and on the earth the nations distressed and perplexed by the roar of the sea and its waves. Human hearts will fail from terror and the anticipation of what is coming upon the land, for the powers of heaven will be shaken. And then they, with eyes wide open, will see ‘the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. Now when these things begin to come to pass, look up and lift up your heads, because your deliverance is drawing near.»

Then he told them a parable: «Look at the fig tree and all the trees; as soon as they sprout leaves you can see and know for yourselves that summer is already at hand. So you, in the same way, when you see these things come to pass, know that the kingdom of God is near. Truly I say to you, this age will by no means pass away until all this is fulfilled. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. «Moreover, pay attention to yourselves, lest your hearts be burdened with debauchery and drunkenness and the cares of this life, so that this day come upon you unexpectedly. For indeed, as a trap it will come upon all who dwell on the face of the whole earth. Keep awake, therefore, and always pray to be deemed worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass and to stand in the presence of the Son of Man.»