Where Prophecy and Hope Collide

There has been a lot of talk about the four blood moons happening in 2014-2015. For Christians, this is important, for our Lord told us to watch the skies and know the signs of the end of times as they draw near. These lunar eclipses definitely peak our interest as we eagerly wait the return of Jesus.

But, upon investigation, it's important to note that consecutive lunar eclipses are common throughout history, and have been associated with the Jewish festivals of Passover and Sukkot for many years. It's also important to note that a red hue during a lunar eclipse is only visible when certain atmospheric conditions are in place, and that many times a total lunar eclipse can appear a pale orange or pink, so although we are certain that there will be total lunar eclipses, we are not positive of the hue they will take on.

Because the moon must be directly aligned with the Earth's orbit around the sun in order for a lunar or solar eclipse to occur, an event that happens every six months, and because it will only occur on one side of the earth (because the other side is facing the sun and experiencing daytime), there will be a limited audience of this astronomic event each time it happpens. As Danny Faulkner from Answers in Genesis points out, "One must ask whether a sign that few people notice is much of a sign."

If you've had questions about the latest hype over "Blood Moons," and the end of the world, then I suggest you read Danny Faulkerson's entire Article, called, "Will Lunar Eclipses Cause Four Blood Moons In 2014-2015?"

http://www.answersingenesis.org/articles/2013/07/12/lunar-eclipses-cause-blood-moons

Make no mistake - Jesus Christ is coming soon, and Creation groans for His return; He declared that before the end came, there would be famines, diseases and plagues, lunar and solar eclipses, increasing earthquakes, and tension between nations and threats of wars. Yet He warned His followers, "Do not be troubled - this will not be the end just yet, but rather, it's only the beginning of the "birth pains," one of the many terms He used throughout His teachings to describe the great tribulation that is to come upon the earth.

As the signs manifest themselves and we realize that the end of times approaches, we must stay aware and understand that much more terrifying events will occur after these signs. Are you ready to stand for Jesus? Are you prepared to boldly hold to your faith in Jesus as the world turns against Christianity and demands global economic stability and political world peace? Do not be distracted by the signs; rather, note them, and place your hope in Christ - The Author and Finisher of our faith!