There is safety in understanding the times and taking appropriate action, but ignoring them is self-destruction (Proverbs 22:3; Ephesians 5:16–17). The children of Issachar and the five virgins are well known when it comes to understanding the times. 1chronicles {12:32; Matt. 25:1-5}.
Jesus came to give us understanding of things to make us wise! He is the greatest end-time teacher who has ever been on earth. He always taught with authority, and his disciples made many references to him. In Matthew 24, he reveals so many events that are going to take place before the end. At the end of his revelation, he said this:
“Now, learn a parable of the fig tree: When his branch is yet tender and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is near. So likewise ye, when ye shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors.” Matthew 24:32-33.
The main purpose of this revelation is for us to know the end times based on the manifestation of those signs on earth. This is why he says, “When you shall see all these things, know that it is near.” This is because when we know them, we will not be deceived by anyone when we see the signs. Moreover, we will be able to prepare for his sudden arrival.
Today, it is indisputable that all his prophecies concerning the end of age, which date back more than two thousand years, and those of his counterparts have come to pass. The signs are everywhere!
In view of this, Christians in particular are supposed to learn from these signs and understand the times we are in so that they can do the needful, like the children of Issachar and the five virgins. Unfortunately, many of them are busy doing other things outside of their callings, while others have already given up their faith because of the many trials and wickedness of the day. Salvation is not something anyone should joke with since it has to do with spending eternity with Christ.
Therefore, Christians are to be reminded of their end-time responsibilities so that they will not be found wanting at the coming of Christ, and the blood of the perishing souls will not be required at their hands.
This book is fantastic and rich enough to redirect every believer to his or her end-time responsibilities. Also, there are provisions made for anyone who wants to join the household of God and be partaker of this glory that is about to be revealed.