Luke 21:26-36

26People will faint from fear and expectation of the things that are coming on the world, because the powers of the heavens will be shaken.

27Then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.

28But when these things begin to take place, stand up and lift your heads, because your redemption is near.”

29Then he told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree, and all the trees.

30As soon as they put out leaves you can see for yourselves and recognize that summer is already near.

31In the same way, when you see these things happening, recognize that the kingdom of God is near.

32Truly I tell you, this generation will certainly not pass away until all things take place.

33Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.

34“Be on your guard, so that your minds are not dulled from carousing, drunkenness, and worries of life, or that day will come on you unexpectedly

35like a trap. For it will come on all who live on the face of the whole earth.

36But be alert at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place and to stand before the Son of Man.”