The disciples came to Jesus privately, saying, “Tell us, when will these things happen, and what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” Jesus tell us the darkness hates the light because light exposes their deeds, lawlessness. Persecution and trials will come; many will fall away. Persecution has a way of weeding out, revealing false believers. False prophets will deceive many (cross references: Jeremiah 5:12; 5:30; 6:13; 4:13-15; 20:1-2; 20:9, 23:9-11; 23:14-16; 23:21, 25-30). The solution: confess, repent, give your life to Christ. Hebrews 4:7. "Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts."