He said, "The time is now! The kingdom of God is near! Repent, and keep believing the gospel!"

When they came near Jerusalem, at Bethphage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples on ahead

Then one of the scribes came near and heard the Sadducees arguing with one another. He saw how well Jesus answered them, so he asked him, "Which commandment is the most important of them all?"

"Now learn a lesson from the fig tree. When its branches become tender and it produces leaves, you know that summer is near.

In the same way, when you see these things taking place, you will know that the Son of Man is near, right at the door.

Get up! Let's go! See, the one who is betraying me is near!"