Believers often struggle against an internal law of sin that repeatedly brings them into captivity despite earnest efforts to overcome, as Paul describes in Romans 7:23. Jesus therefore instructs His followers in Luke 21:36 to watch and pray always that they may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass and to stand before the Son of Man. This worthiness does not require perfect success in eradicating every sin but rests on remaining humble, continuing to grow and improve, and placing faith in the grace God provides through Christ's sacrifice. Paul illustrates the principle in Romans 4:13-16, 19-25 through Abraham, who received the promise of heirship not because of flawless works but because his faith in God's ability to perform what He had promised was accounted to him for righteousness. The same accounting applies to those who believe in the God who raised Jesus from the dead, so that faith, rather than perfect law-keeping, secures the promise for all who follow Abraham's pattern of trusting God even when circumstances appear hopeless. The call to escape extends beyond the future Tribulation to the trials and distractions of daily life that can turn attention away from seeking first the Kingdom of God. Jesus notes in Mark 13:7 and Luke 21:25-26 that wars, perplexity among nations, and signs in the heavens occur repeatedly through the ages, producing fear and distress that test focus and faithfulness. Psalm 91:5-10 reinforces that those who make the Most High their dwelling place need not fear such threats, because the same faith that justified Abraham protects them. When signs begin to appear, Jesus directs His disciples to lift up their heads, set their minds on things above as Paul urges in Colossians 3:1-2, and recognize that the Kingdom of God is near, much as budding trees signal approaching summer. This vigilance prevents hearts from being weighed down by the cares of life and keeps believers from being caught unaware when the day arrives like a snare. By sowing to the Spirit through consistent righteousness rather than to the flesh, and by coming boldly to the throne of grace for needed help, they position themselves to reap everlasting life. God's promise of escape remains sure for those who believe as Abraham did and commit themselves to the attitudes and conduct that reflect His righteousness.