Recently, banks have failed, and the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates another 25 basis points, or 0.25%. Some analysts say banks are safe while others cry that the sky is falling. Who is right? Christians need to discern the financial signs of the times.
Jesus warned his disciples to get out of Jerusalem when they saw a sign: “When you see Jerusalem being surrounded by armies, you will know that its desolation is near. Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains, let those in the city get out, and let those in the country not enter the city,” (Luke 21:20,21). The early church followed Jesus’ advice and fled to Pella in modern Jordan, thus saving the small group from a similar fate.
Solomon wrote, “A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences,” (Proverbs 27:12).
