This is the 5th, "I'm telling you this now…" statement made by Jesus in John. Please hear me tell you how cool it is that Jesus cares that we know and understand what is coming. Your ability to follow and keep your faith needs these statements. He is taking the time to explain what is happening and what will happen so that we can understand and gird up our loins, if you will.
So roll up your sleeves, put your mind in gear, be totally ready to receive the gift that’s coming when Jesus arrives. Don’t lazily slip back into those old grooves of evil, doing just what you feel like doing. You didn’t know any better then; you do now. As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God’s life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness. God said, “I am holy; you be holy. [1 Peter 1:13-16]