Alert

 

    Alert is erani (עֵרָנִי) in Hebrew.  It means to be watchful, vigilant, aware, or wide awake.  In Greek it is synagermós (συναγερμός).  When used in the Bible, alert is related to being watchful, alert, or careful.  It is not just the physical state.  It is related to mentally and spiritually too.  The heart is to be alert.  You take action through prayer.

    No one knows the day that God will return.  That is why Jesus commanded us to stay alert.  It is your soul at stake.  No one will rob your house if they know you are prepared.  You need the same watchfulness for Jesus' return.  Watching for Jesus keeps you from all sorts of pain and suffering.

    Keep your heart guarded, so that you can stand firm in your faith.  Be courageous and strong, so that you can do all things in love.  Being alert means you are prepared.  Being aware keeps you from needing to close down your heart.  Instead, you trust the Holy Spirit enough to give all yours cares and concerns over to Him.  He will help you stay alert in your faith.  He helps you persevere.

    Stay alert because your enemy is hunting you.  Satan prowls the world looking for anyone he can devour.  Don't let that be you.  Stand firm in your faith.  Turn to your family of believers when you feel weak or tired.  Help each other endure and avoid suffering.  Be sober, vigilant, and steadfast to succeed.

Matthew 24:42-44, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Ephesians 6:18, & 1 Peter 5:8-9