In my last post, I talked about the need to be found “worthy” in order to be directed (flee) to places of safety from the antichrist and God’s judgments during the great tribulation. While there are several verses suggesting these places will be available to the righteous, they are not clearly defined as yet, and for good reason. If our enemy knew of their whereabouts, he could prepare a means of assault. Our Lord is purposely keeping these locations vague until they are needed. Even then, they will only be given to those found worthy.
In Matthew chapter 24, Jesus said this: “Therefore, when you see the abomination of desolation…. standing in the holy place, then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains.“ Of course, Jesus did not define “mountains”, although the bible often describes nations or kingdoms as mountains. It will be made clear to those found worthy in Judea at the proper time. Elsewhere in scripture these safe locations are vaguely described as, His pavilion, His tabernacle, your chambers, desert wilderness, etc. But the question that needs to be answered is: how will we be given this information?
The most obvious answer is the Holy Spirit. After all, the Spirit knows the mind of God and resides in every true believer. He is what God sent to be our helper and the one to lead us into all truth. Of course, that implies we are sensitive to the Spirit’s leading. That remains the Christians main growth goal, to be led of the Spirit. “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God these are the sons of God.” (Romans 8:14). We need to learn to listen to that “still small voice” guiding our conscience and our thoughts. (1st Kings 19:12-13). Another way we may be led to places of safety during this time will likely come from the “two witnesses”. Their prophecy and instruction for the church will be absolutely essential. We need to be able to positively identify them and follow their ministry when they come on the scene.
I dealt with these topics more extensively in my book “Last Days Events-Sequence and Synchrony” in chapters 8 and 13. For the Christian exciting times are just ahead. However, it’s vital that you watch and are prepared.
Maranatha, Jim