As we reflect on this past week's election, Jesus reminds us that in every generation there are people who play on our fears and anxieties and position themselves as saviors. And in every generation there are conflicts and acts of violence and events that can cause people to feel terrified. Jesus warned people during his own lifetime, and he warns us today, to resist the temptation to follow false saviors, and to resist the temptation to be terrified by signs and portents around us. He invites us instead to remain committed to follow him, and to be hopeful and confident as we trust in God and anticipate the future.
