Keep watch, because you do not know
on what day your Lord will come.
—Matthew 24:42
An old fable pictures three apprentice devils reporting to Satan conerning their plans to deceive and destroy humanity.
- The first said, “I will tell them that there is no God.” Satan said, “That will not delude many, for they know better.”
- The second said, “I will tell them that there is no hell.” Satan said, “That will not deceive many, for they know better.”
- The third said, “I will tell them that there is no hurry.” Satan said, “That will win. It will seduce many and destroy millions.”
Those who endeavor to time God’s actions, Christ’s coming, or their life span are playing a dangerous game of delusion.
“Be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him” (Mt 24:44).
There are no more dangerous words than these:
“I have plenty of time.”