In Matthew 24, Jesus was asked by His disciples about the signs of His coming and the end of the age.
He responded: “But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, but My Father only. But as the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be.” (Matthew 24:36-37, NKJV)
As we step into 2026, we find ourselves in a world that feels increasingly familiar to the students of ancient scripture. In the days of Noah, the earth reached a point of such profound corruption that it "repented the Lord that he had made man." To understand our current calling, we must look back at what exactly was happening when the sons of God saw the daughters of men and created a hybrid race. This merging of kinds—spirit kind with flesh kind—brought about the Nephilim and filled the earth with violence. The wickedness was so pervasive that it didn't just affect humanity; it corrupted everything over which man had been given dominion. This serves as a sobering reminder for us today: as leaders of families, businesses, and ministries, our spiritual standing directly impacts everything under our care. When we move away from right standing with God, the things we lead often follow that downward slide. Yet, in the midst of this darkness, Noah found grace. The scriptures describe him as a just man, "perfect in his generations." This perfection was twofold. First, Noah was not a hybrid; his genetic lineage remained pure. Second, he possessed a spiritual inheritance of righteousness. He was the descendant of men like Enoch, who walked so closely with God that he was taken directly to heaven. For those of us living in 2026, our priority must be to maintain this same spiritual purity. We are surrounded by signs that we are approaching the end of days, and while our time on earth is temporal, our need for righteousness is eternal. We must make a daily choice to be reconciled to God, acknowledging that even when we stumble, we have the opportunity to repent and seek more revelation. Maintaining this lifestyle requires us to "burn the bush"—to let go of the small things we hold onto that separate us from the power of the Holy Spirit. We must engage with the Word of God, which is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword. It is the only force powerful enough to discern our intentions and bring our triune nature—spirit, soul, and body—into obedience to Christ. This is our season for prosperity in the realm of the Spirit. As we pursue righteousness, we become beacons of light to a confused and dying world. We are called to go into all the world and preach the Gospel, confident that signs and wonders will follow those who believe. Like Job, let us hold onto our integrity through every trial, remaining perfect and upright in the eyes of the Lord. Scriptures for Further Study -- Genesis 6:1-22 -- Genesis 7:1 -- Psalms 11:5 -- Psalms 15:1-5 -- Psalms 34:19 -- Micah 6:8 -- Romans 4:1-25 -- Romans 10:9-10 -- 2 Peter 1:1-11 -- Job 1:1 -- Hebrews 4:12
In the modern church, we often speak of the return of Christ as a distant hope or a sudden escape. However, if we are to survive what is coming, we must understand the nature of His return. Jesus told us that as it was in the days of Noah, so shall it be at the coming of the Son of Man. To understand our future, we must look back at a time of incredible violence, spiritual corruption, and a hybrid race known as the Nephilim. During the first 1,500 years of human history, genetics were purer and the environment was different, allowing men like Methuselah to live nearly a millennium. But this purity was interrupted when the "Watchers"—200 angels who left their proper habitation—came to earth. These fallen beings took human wives and produced a race of giants who eventually turned against mankind. The Book of Enoch, preserved by the Ethiopian Church and found among the Dead Sea Scrolls, gives us even more detail. These angels didn't just bring physical corruption; they brought forbidden knowledge. They taught mankind charms, spells, astrology, and the art of war. They even taught women how to beautify themselves with dyes and ornaments, leading to a culture of extreme vanity and lust. When we look at our world today—the obsession with beauty, the increase in witchcraft, and the prevalence of pornography—we see the "days of Noah" returning in real-time. In Matthew 24, Jesus warned us not to be deceived by physical buildings or temporary signs. While we see wars, famines, and earthquakes, the real focus should be on our spiritual readiness. Jesus is returning as a "refiner’s fire." As Malachi 3 describes, He will sit as a purifier of silver, purging the sons of Levi so they may offer an offering in righteousness. This judgment is not just for the "world"; it is a swift witness against the sorcerers, the adulterers, and those who oppress the hireling, the widow, and the fatherless. When we ignore the homeless or the stranger, we are mounting judgment upon ourselves. God sees, He hears, and He is keeping a "Book of Remembrance" for those who fear Him. Jude reminds us that Enoch, the seventh from Adam, prophesied that the Lord would come with ten thousands of His saints to execute judgment upon all. He is coming to convince the ungodly of their deeds and their harsh speeches against Him. As we move through 2026, our goal must be to stop the cycle of disobedience. Disobedience leads only to death. We must repent for our sins and the sins of our ancestors, seeking the face of the Lord while He may be found. Jesus is coming back, and He is coming with judgment. The question remains: Will you be ready? Scriptures for Further Study -- Genesis 6 -- Matthew 24:1-39 -- Malachi 3:1-18 -- Jude 1:6-14