Throughout history, Christians have been eagerly awaiting the return of Jesus Christ, also known as the Parousia. This event, which is believed to mark the end of the world and the beginning of a new era, has been the subject of much speculation and debate. Unfortunately, many Christians have made the mistake of trying to predict the exact date of the Parousia, leading to disappointment and confusion.
Recently, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton made a controversial statement about several Christian leaders, accusing them of trying to predict the date of the Parousia. In her hit piece, she claimed that these leaders were spreading fear and misinformation, and that their actions were damaging to the Christian faith. However, her words did not have the intended effect, as many Christians responded with pride and unity.
One of the leaders mentioned in Clinton’s hit piece was Pastor John Hagee, who has been vocal about his belief in the imminent return of Jesus Christ. In response to Clinton’s accusations, Pastor Hagee stated, “I have never been more proud to be a Christian leader. Our faith is not based on fear, but on hope and the promise of eternal life with our Savior.”
This sentiment was echoed by many other Christian leaders who were targeted in Clinton’s hit piece. They emphasized that their belief in the Parousia is not about trying to predict the date, but rather about living each day with the knowledge that Jesus could return at any moment. This belief gives them hope and motivates them to spread the message of love and salvation to others.
It is important to note that the Bible clearly states that no one knows the exact date of the Parousia, not even Jesus himself. In Matthew 24:36, Jesus says, “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” This verse serves as a reminder to Christians that our focus should not be on trying to predict the date, but on living a life that is pleasing to God.
Furthermore, the Bible also warns against false prophets and those who claim to know the exact date of the Parousia. In Matthew 24:11, Jesus says, “Many false prophets will appear and deceive many people.” This is a clear warning to Christians to be discerning and not fall prey to those who claim to have insider knowledge about the end times.
In light of these teachings, it is clear that Christians should not waste their time and energy trying to predict the date of the Parousia. Instead, we should focus on living a life that is in accordance with God’s will and spreading the message of love and salvation to those around us. As Pastor Hagee stated, “Our faith is not based on fear, but on hope.” We should not be afraid of the end times, but rather look forward to the promise of eternal life with our Savior.
In conclusion, the recent hit piece by Hillary Clinton against several Christian leaders has only served to unite and strengthen the Christian community. It has reminded us that our focus should not be on trying to predict the date of the Parousia, but on living a life that is pleasing to God. Let us continue to spread the message of love and salvation, and eagerly await the return of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
