“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand” Matthew 4:17
“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of Gods is at hand, repent and believe in the gospel.” Mark 1:15
These words have never been more true nor more pertinent than at this moment.
The Kingdom of God is at hand. Jesus told us through St. Faustina that the devotion of Divine Mercy is the sure sign of the end.
““Secretary of My mercy, write, tell souls about this great mercy of Mine, because the awful day, the day of My justice, is near.” Divine Mercy in My Soul # 965
No fears though! The end for us as Christians is a great thing! It is drawing nearer to the time in which Jesus will return to His people and take back full dominion from those who think they currently rule it.
But, but, I’m not ready! I’d advise to get ready. Now. Don’t wait. Get to know God through His Word so that He will know you. Get close to God through His Church so that you may be clothed in His Divine Mercy.
As the seasons draw to a close with the coming Nativity of our Lord, it is time to bath yourself now in His Divine Mercy. Go to the Sacrament of Mercy (Reconciliation).
On this side of the door whispers the enemy, telling you to be afraid of judgment waiting you. On the other side of the door is your loving Father and Lord waiting to welcome you home. On the other side of that door awaits peace and salvation and hope and the Truth.
“But, I haven’t gone in years”, “After what I’ve done, He won’t forgive me, can’t forgive me”, “I’m not worthy of His mercy”, “I don’t know what to do.” All of these are bullets points formed from the devil’s whispers. Fears he dredges up to keep you from the one solace of the soul – Jesus. If any of these are you, go faster.
It doesn’t matter if you haven’t been to confession in 80 years, it’s time to come home. Jesus is clear that the greatest sinner has first rights to His mercy (#1146) – you’d stand in line on a wintery night to get first rights to good concert tickets. His mercy is better than any treasure ever found upon earth. Just turn around and go. You’ll find the Father joyful and welcoming you home. None of us are worthy of His mercy, that’s why it’s mercy – that’s why it’s DIVINE MERCY. Not sure what to do or where to start? One quick cheat code (priest). say, “Father forgive me, it’s been a long time, I don’t know what to do, can you help me?” God will silence all Heaven to hear these simple words from you. Go!
“Write this: before I come as the Just Judge, I am coming first as the King of Mercy.” Divine Mercy in My Soul # 83
“Write: before I come as a just Judge, I first open wide the door of My mercy. He who refuses to pass through the door of My mercy must pass through the door of My justice…” Divine Mercy in My Soul # 1146
It is time! Now! Not tomorrow.
“You will prepare the world for My final coming.” Divine Mercy in My Soul # 429