The signs of the times indicate that the return of Jesus is closer than ever. It is important that we examine our hearts and be ready to meet Him. Jesus calls us to be vigilant, to persevere in prayer, and to align our lives with His will. Now is the time to repent, to forgive, and to live in love. Prepare yourself.

The month of Elul (Hebrew: אֱלוּל) is particularly dear to me, for my soul waits for God and His Son, my King. I have had several personal encounters with God's presence during this month. It is a time of special grace. It is a time of repentance and conversion. Psalm 130 helps us pray. In a personal letter, YHWH calls us to prepare for the coming of our King. He reminds us of God's feasts and holidays.

God calls us: Prepare yourselves! The end of all things has come near. Therefore be sober and discerning in prayer." (1 Peter 4:7) Time continues to drag on, and people, including Christians, are still asleep. We see the signs described in Matthew 24, but we want to close our minds. Jesus warned: "Therefore watch, for you do not know the day or the hour in which the Son of Man is coming." (Matthew 25:13) Fill your lamps with enough oil. Fill yourselves with the Holy Spirit.