When you hear of wars and uprisings, do not be frightened. These things must happen first, but the end will not come right away.”
They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.
“Do not call conspiracy everything this people calls a conspiracy; do not fear what they fear, and do not dread it.
Then he said to them: “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom.
When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.”
He replied: “Watch out that you are not deceived. For many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am he,’ and, ‘The time is near.’ Do not follow them.