Scripture talks about how we are to live while we are waiting for “the end” to take place. We live in a culture that is very cynical. Think of attitudes towards politicians. Think of how culture judges others’ motives and always assume the worst. We are also extremely impatient and the idea of waiting for something triggers doubt in us that it will never happen. God knew that “waiting” for the end would bring out the worst in us and gives instructions on how to navigate “in the meantime.”