In the final days, the earth will tremble under the weight of God's righteous judgment. The heavens shall darken, and nations will wail as calamities unfold—fire, hail, and great earthquakes will shake the foundations of the world (Revelation 8:7-13). The sea shall roar, and the stars shall fall as signs of the end approach (Matthew 24:29). Men’s hearts shall fail them for fear, for the day of the Lord cometh as a thief in the night, and none shall stand against His power (1 Thessalonians 5:2-3). The voices of kings and mighty men will falter, for no fortress can guard against the consuming wrath of the Almighty (Revelation 6:15-17). The earth will reel to and fro like a drunkard, and all the proud shall be laid low (Isaiah 24:20).
Yet, even as judgment falls, the voice of mercy calls. The Lord is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). The blood of Christ still speaks, offering redemption to the broken and weary. Though sin has stained the world with corruption, the cross remains a beacon of hope—a place where the guilty are washed clean. The invitation is written in love: "Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow" (Isaiah 1:18). In the midst of chaos, those who call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved (Romans 10:13). The gates of heaven stand open to those who turn, forsaking their wicked ways and seeking the mercy of God.
Therefore, let no soul delay, for today is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2). Though darkness may cover the earth and tribulation may arise, there is **refuge in Christ alone**. He stands at the door and knocks, offering peace that surpasses understanding and life eternal to those who believe (Revelation 3:20). Let the weary, the broken, and the lost come forth, for in His embrace, fear is cast away, and the soul finds rest. Judgment shall pass, but the kingdom of God shall stand forever. In Christ, there is hope—glorious, unshakable, and everlasting. Will you answer the call?
scripture references that align with the poetic writing:
1. **Judgment and tribulation**
- Revelation 8:7-13 – "The first angel sounded, and there followed hail and fire mingled with blood..."
- Matthew 24:29 – "Immediately after the tribulation of those days shall the sun be darkened..."
- 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3 – "For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night..."
- Revelation 6:15-17 – "And the kings of the earth, and the great men...hid themselves in the dens and in the rocks of the mountains..."
- Isaiah 24:20 – "The earth shall reel to and fro like a drunkard..."
2. **God’s mercy and invitation to repentance**
- 2 Peter 3:9 – "The Lord is not slack concerning his promise... but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish..."
- Isaiah 1:18 – "Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow..."
- Romans 10:13 – "For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved."
3. **Hope and salvation in Christ**
- 2 Corinthians 6:2 – "Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation."
- Revelation 3:20 – "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock..."
- Isaiah 26:3 – "Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee..."
These passages teach both the **coming judgments** and the **enduring hope in Christ**, inviting all to turn to Him before the final your final day
Susan Barker Nikitenko Jume 13th, 2025© MPMWKRYSTAANNA BENCOPPPRMNMP
