5. Some people were talking about the beautiful stones used to build the temple and about the gifts that had been placed in it. Jesus said,
6. “Do you see these stones? The time is coming when not one of them will be left in place. They will all be knocked down.”
7. Some people asked, “Teacher, when will all this happen? How can we know when these things are about to take place?”
8. Jesus replied:Don't be fooled by those who will come and claim to be me. They will say, “I am Christ!” and “Now is the time!” But don't follow them.
9. When you hear about wars and riots, don't be afraid. These things will have to happen first, but that isn't the end.
10. Nations will go to war against one another, and kingdoms will attack each other.
11. There will be great earthquakes, and in many places people will starve to death and suffer terrible diseases. All sorts of frightening things will be seen in the sky.
12. Before all this happens, you will be arrested and punished. You will be tried in your meeting places and put in jail. Because of me you will be placed on trial before kings and governors.