Repent, for the kingdom of God is at hand!

The meaning of this statement has often been misunderstood for "Hurry, get your life together because the end of time is either here/Now or near, very close." Looking at the condition of the world today which is simply a reflection of the mental state of mankind, it is easy to become fearful. War, crime, mass murder, drugs, alcohol, over eating, etc., are the actions taken by what the mind commands. 

Because Fear is a state of mind, which is not to be confused with danger, it is what floods the mind gates with all sorts of thoughts that bring about fraud, greed, anger, jealousy, depression, resentment, revenge, anxiety, guilt, worry, discouragement, loneliness, confusion, conflict, misunderstanding, judgement, etc. When decisions are made while in any one of, or similar to those mentioned above, there is a very high probability the result will bring shame and/or regret.  

Fear brings disaster and chaos where Love brings Peace and order. So please understand the correct meaning of "Repent, for the kingdom of God is at hand." to mean Repent -  "WAKE UP, and realize that Life is a gift!" "WAKE UP, and realize that the world is a reflection of YOU, and YOU create the change you want to see in the world by using the Power of God (LOVE) in order to bring positive change." "WAKE UP, and realize that Heaven is not some far away place up in the sky. Heaven is right here, right NOW, as is Hell. 

They are both in the mind and experienced on Earth. Until it is made crystal clear and completely understood that Life is NOW, thoughts about the Past which projects Fear into the Future, will continue to keep you (year after year) anticipating a new and better life some day in Heaven. And ...for the kingdom of God is at hand" means - "Recognize each day as a new opportunity to live life NOW." "At hand" means tangible, experienced, lived, NOW for that alone is where Peace is experienced and Heaven is lived right here on Earth. Peace