Pastor Lowell Nelson teaches through Mark 13:14-23: The Great Tribulation on 9/6/2026 for our Sunday service.
Mark 13:14-23
The Abomination of Desolation
14 "So when you see the 'abomination of desolation,' spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing where it ought not" (let the reader understand), "then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains. 15 "Let him who is on the housetop not go down into the house, nor enter to take anything out of his house. 16 "And let him who is in the field not go back to get his clothes. 17 "But woe to those who are pregnant and to those who are nursing babies in those days! 18 "And pray that your flight may not be in winter. 19 "For in those days there will be tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the creation which God created until this time, nor ever shall be. 20 "And unless the Lord had shortened those days, no flesh would be saved; but for the elect's sake, whom He chose, He shortened the days. 21 "Then if anyone says to you, 'Look, here is the Christ!' or, 'Look, He is there!' do not believe it. 22 "For false christs and false prophets will rise and show signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect. 23 "But take heed; see, I have told you all things beforehand.
When life decisions feel overwhelming, human wisdom falls short, but studying Scripture helps us anchor our heart. In Mark 13:14-23, Pastor Lowell Nelson reveals how understanding end times prophecy provides lasting mental peace, spiritual strength, and unshakable hope when facing deception, persecution, and prolonged hard times.
SERMON OVERVIEW
In Mark 13:14-23, Jesus equips His disciples to recognize the events surrounding the Great Tribulation, including the abomination of desolation and the rise of false Christs. While the world faces unprecedented deception and suffering, believers are reminded that God remains completely in control of human history. True spiritual endurance develops not by focusing on outward trials, but by allowing the Holy Spirit to renew our inner person day by day. By understanding God's sovereign plan, believers gain spiritual clarity, steadfast faith, and unwavering confidence in the return of Jesus Christ amidst life's deepest hardships.
CHAPTER BREAKDOWN
00:00 - Mark 13:14-23: Standing Firm in End Times
Jesus addresses the disciples on the Mount of Olives regarding deception, persecution, and the trials preceding His return.
08:42 - Mark 13:14: The Abomination of Desolation
Scripture connects Daniel's prophecies to the future desecration of the temple, establishing the timeline for end times events.
24:35 - Mark 13:14-19: Fleeing the Great Tribulation
Jesus warns those in Judea to flee immediately as an unprecedented period of global hardship begins.
39:50 - Mark 13:20-23: God's Mercy and Warning
God shortens the days of tribulation for the elect and warns believers against being deceived by false prophets and false Christs.
59:35 - 2 Corinthians 4:16-18: Renewed Day by Day
Believers find strength during long term suffering by looking to eternal realities while the inner person is daily renewed by grace.
CONCLUSION
Navigating hard times requires resting entirely in God's promises rather than earthly circumstances. As Pastor Lowell Nelson teaches, our faith is sustained when we allow the Holy Spirit to strengthen us daily from within. How is God renewing your heart today as you look forward to His return? Share your thoughts below.
ANCHOR SCRIPTURES
Mark 13:14 - So when you see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing where it ought not, then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains.
Mark 13:23 - But take heed; see, I have told you all things beforehand.
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