Preparing for Tribulation (Matthew 24:15-28)

What did Jesus mean by the “abomination of desolation,” and why does it matter for His people today? In this message, we wrestle with one of the most debated passages in all of Scripture as Jesus prepares His disciples for coming tribulation—specifically the events surrounding the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD, while also clarifying confusion about His future return. Far from being written to confuse or frighten us, this text is meant to comfort, warn, and anchor God’s people in times of chaos.

As we walk through Matthew 24:15–28, we’ll see Jesus graciously warn His followers to flee, promise to protect His people, and clear up false claims about His coming. No matter where you land on end-times timelines, the central question remains the same: where do you run in the face of great tribulation?