On a recent show, my brother, Mark Graham, was reading the news headlines of tumultuous world events to our listening audience when he made a very profound ad-lib statement. He said “it’s frightening for some – encouraging for others.”

Isn’t it true? The times we are living in are frightening for those that don’t know Jesus. But for those who know Him, they are anticipating His return with great joy! Mark spoke from his heart, a heart that knows Him and delights in his soon-coming King!

Be comforted in the knowledge that the Lord reigns even in the midst of all the turmoil in this world. Be joyful that we know, by all these things which are happening around us, that He is soon to return and we will be with Him forever!

For the Christian, this is the good news! As Jim likes to say “the good news is the bad news is the good news”. In light of the events in the world recently, that statement is so true!

Luke 21:25 “And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; 26Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. 27And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 28And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.”

“My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” John 14:27

“I trust in You, O Lord…. My times are in Your hand.” Psalm 31:14-15

For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 2 Tim 1:7

“And I heard … the voice of a great multitude… saying “Alleluia! For the Lord god Omnipotent reigns! Let us be glad and rejoice and give Him glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His wife has made herself ready.’” Revelation 19:6-7