What are the signs of the end times?
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Jesus and the apostles describe signs of the end: wars, famines, earthquakes, persecution of Christians, increased lawlessness, the gospel reaching all nations, the rise of false christs and false prophets. But Jesus also says: "of that day and hour no one knows."
Matthew 24 and Mark 13 list these signs. They are described as "the beginning of birth pains" — pointing forward without giving a calendar.
Many signs have been present in every Christian generation. The point is not to predict the date but to live ready.
"Be ready," "watch," "stay awake" — these are the constant commands. The end could be tomorrow; live as if it is.
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Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.