The Bible tells us that the world as we know it will not last forever. From Genesis to Revelation, God reveals that history is moving toward a climax the return of Jesus Christ. The phrase “last days” is used in Scripture to describe the time leading up to Christ’s return, a season marked by both great challenges and great opportunities.

Paul warns in 2 Timothy 3:1: “But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days.” He goes on to describe people who are lovers of themselves, lovers of money, proud, abusive, disobedient, ungrateful, unholy, and without love. When we look around today, it is not difficult to see that we are living in such times. The moral decay, the pursuit of pleasure above God, the violence and deception we witness daily all point to the fulfillment of these warnings.

But for the believer, the last days are not a reason for fear. Instead, they are a call to faithfulness and readiness. Jesus said in Matthew 24:44: “So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.” Our task is not to calculate dates or chase after every new prophecy, but to live holy, faithful lives that reflect Christ until He comes.

In the last days, God also promised an outpouring of His Spirit. In Acts 2:17, Peter declared: “In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people.” This means that while the world grows darker, God’s light shines brighter through His people. The Holy Spirit empowers us to stand firm, to witness boldly, and to persevere until the end. The last days are therefore not only about trials, but also about revival and harvest.

As Christians, we must approach the last days with watchfulness. Jesus often told His disciples, “Keep watch.” This means staying awake spiritually guarding against sin, resisting temptation, and walking closely with God. The enemy seeks to distract and deceive, but those who remain alert in prayer and anchored in the Word will not be easily shaken.

We must also approach the last days with urgency. Time is short, and many still do not know Christ. Our mission is clear: share the gospel while there is still time. Every conversation, every act of kindness, every prayer for the lost is an opportunity to point someone to eternal life in Christ.

Finally, the last days call us to hope. The return of Jesus is not a threat for the believer  it is our greatest hope. He will wipe away every tear, destroy death, and establish His everlasting kingdom. As Paul writes in Titus 2:13, we are “waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.”