That is the essential message of all apocalyptic literature for us. The Bible makes clear that Jesus will one day return and wrap up human history. One day God will intervene in this world and right the scales of justice. In this world, Satan reigns probably more than God does. Evil people choose not to follow God s will every day.
Bad things happen to good people.
But apocalyptic literature tells us not to worry, God s going to straighten everything out in the end. So much of life cries out for a final reckoning, and the Bible assures us that God will one day right the wrongs, reward the faithful, and punish the evil. The second essential message is that we need to be ready. Note the emphasis in this passage on keeping awake. Jesus often uses the phrase watch and pray.