The end of the world?

I have been hearing about the end of the world again. Again? Well this is not the first time in my lifetime. The last big one I remember was Y2K. Anybody still have a generator they are trying to sell from that one ... or have water and canned food in your basement? (Sidenote: If you do it is time to give it away.) Check out this website for some of the predictions throughout history about the end of the world ... it is an impressive list.

http://www.bible.ca/pre-date-setters.htm

In any case, more and more is showing up about 2012 and the Mayan calendar, among other 2012 predictions. The end of the world as we know it (That was a good song by R.E.M. by the way). Some of us will run with fear and do everything we can to save ourselves. Others of us will be indifferent and think nothing of it. After all, predictions have come and gone and the world is still here. Right. So relax and do nothing. Still others are unsure of what to think or do about it.

Let me offer my opinion.
1. Don't worry - after all, no one really can predict the end of the world. For me i go with what Jesus said, that is, no one really knows when it will all end (Matthew 24:35-36). Have faith that God will do what God will do and that God loves you and me and the world.

2. Do something - Be a part of building the kingdom of God. how? Love your neighbor. Love God. Be Christmas people (give yourself away to someone in need). Be present in a place of pain. Pray for someone ... especially for your enemy. In doing these kinds of things you are preparing yourself both for your own end of life and for the end of the world.

3. When trouble comes don't just try to save yourself - help someone else. And if the end of the world does come. Be at peace knowing that you are in the hands of a gracious God who will help you into a joyous eternal life.

Have a blessed Thanksgiving!