Signs of the End Times - Birth Pains (Matthew 24:1-8)

Jesus tells about the signs of the end times in Matthew 24:1-8. Passages used: Matthew 24:1-8; Matthew 23:3, 13, 33-38: John 14:1-4; Revelation 1:1-8; John 8:44; John 16:33 Main Points: 1. Birth Pains - Jesus compares the signs of the end times to the pain a mother experiences prior to birth. 2. The Opposition - There will be those that pretend to be on the Lord’s side that will spread lies to confuse and distract people who need to know Christ. 3. Conflict and Wars - These are signs that end times are coming. 4. Other Hardships - Among these signs are famines and earthquakes. Are you ready for His return?