22. for false Christs and false prophets will arise, and will show signs and wonders, in order to lead astray, if possible, the elect.
23. But take heed; behold, I have told you everything in advance.
24. "But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun will be darkened and the moon will not give its light,
25. and the stars will be falling from heaven, and the powers that are in the heavens will be shaken.
26. Then they will see the Son of Man coming in clouds with great power and glory.
27. And then He will send forth the angels, and will gather together His elect from the four winds, from the farthest end of the earth to the farthest end of heaven.
28. "Now learn the parable from the fig tree: when its branch has already become tender and puts forth its leaves, you know that summer is near.
29. Even so, you too, when you see these things happening, recognize that He is near, right at the door.
30. Truly I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place.
31. Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away.