What does the Bible say about the Olivet Discourse?

The Olivet Discourse, found in Mark 13, is spoken by Jesus as He prepares His disciples for the significant transitions surrounding the end of the Old Covenant and the coming judgment upon Jerusalem. It addresses two main events: the destruction of Jerusalem which occurred in 70 AD, and the future second coming of Christ. Jesus emphasizes the necessity of discerning between what has already been fulfilled in history and what remains as prophecy, demonstrating that many current interpretations fail to respect this distinction. Such misunderstandings lead to misinterpretations of scripture and prophetic teaching today.