John Trapp Complete Commentary - Mark 13:14
14 But when ye shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing where it ought not, (let him that readeth understand,) then let them that be in Judaea flee to the mountains: Ver. 14. The abomination of desolation ] The Roman forces, therefore most abominable to God and his angels, because they desolated the pleasant land and abolished the true worship of God. See Revelation 17:4-5 . Where it ought not ] viz. In respect of the Romans, who did it only out of... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Mark 13:37
Mark 13:37And what I say unto you, I say unto all, Watch.WatchfulnessI. In what does this watchfulness consist? Consider it in reference to the coming of Christ, and our solemn appearance before Him. In this respect it implies-1. Thoughtfulness. Sinners are so intent upon buying and selling that they have neither time nor inclination to think of anything else. It would be an interruption and disturbance to them to be told of Christ’s coming. Every incident of life should bring it to... read more