In this deeply compelling message from Leading The Way’s AWAKE Boston Rally, Dr. Michael A. Youssef examines Jesus’ teaching on the end times in Matthew 24-25.

As the world reflects the conditions Jesus described—deception, moral decline, and global turmoil—believers are called to wake up, stand firm in Truth, and proclaim the Gospel.

The return of Christ will bring joy for those who trust in Him and judgment for those who reject Him. Now is the time to turn to Christ, live faithfully, and be ready for His return.

At Easter, Jesus faced two crowds. One crowd wanted to make him king, and the other wanted him crucified.

Scripture calls us to fix our eyes on Jesus—not people—because He alone is perfect and unchanging. This devotional reminds us that when our faith is rooted in Christ, it remains steady even when others fall short.

Highlights

• Focus Matters: Faith falters when placed in people instead of Jesus (Hebrews 12:2).

• Human Leaders Fall: Even trusted spiritual leaders are imperfect and can fail.

• Follow Christ Alone: We are called to follow Jesus, not build our faith around individuals (Matthew 4:19).

• Guard Your Heart: Hiding God’s Word in our hearts protects us from stumbling (Psalm 119:11).

• Discernment is Key: Jesus calls us to recognize truth by the fruit people produce (Matthew 7:16-20).

• Unshakable Foundation: A faith rooted in God remains steady despite circumstances (Hebrews 12:28).

Intersecting Faith & Life

When leaders fall, it can feel disorienting and discouraging. But these moments are an opportunity to realign our focus. Jesus is the only perfect example, the only Savior who endured the cross, and the only one worthy of our complete trust.

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Keep Keeping Your Eyes on Jesus

By Lynette Kittle

Bible Reading:

“Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before Him He endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” - Hebrews 12:2

Recent and ongoing scandals involving pastors, churches, and ministries—leaders who fail and fall short in their service and devotion to God—have been devastating for many believers in Jesus Christ.

This is especially true for those who closely followed these leaders, hanging on their every word, listening, trusting, and at times valuing what they said as more important than the Word of God itself.

The exposure of immorality, misconduct, dishonesty, and deception takes a terrible toll on those who once placed unwavering faith in these men and wom

Learn from the life of Mephibosheth how God extends the same kind of convenant love toward us through Jesus.

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