Matthew 24:42
“Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come.”

What does Matthew 24:42 mean?
"Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come." In this verse from the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus instructs his followers to stay vigilant and watchful for his return. This verse is part of a larger passage in which Jesus speaks about the signs of his coming and…
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As we delve into the words of Matthew 24:42, "Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come," it is essential to understand the context and weight of this profound exhortation. Jesus, in His earthly ministry, often spoke of His return and the imperative of being…
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Heavenly Father, With unwavering reverence, we come before You today, mindful of the profound wisdom and divine truth embedded in Your holy Word. As we reflect on Matthew 24:42—"Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come,"—we recognize the call to vigilance…
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