This document discusses issues with how some Christians interpret and apply Bible prophecy. It argues that [1] obsession with prophecy can promote fear, anxiety, and manipulation among church members. It also notes that [2] many prophecies were not fulfilled as predicted or were written after the events they describe. Examples given include prophecies about Tyre never being rebuilt and the drying up of the Nile in Egypt. The document urges moving beyond an unhealthy focus on predicting the future and instead living fully in the present.
Illustrations of prophecy visions of daniel-and-the-apocalyptical-visions-of-...SergeyTeleguin
- The document is an excerpt from an 1840 book by David Campbell titled "Illustrations of Prophecy" that aims to provide simple illustrations to help readers understand prophecies in the Bible.
- It begins with an introductory preface where Campbell explains that he seeks to make the study of prophecies more accessible by including pictorial representations of natural symbols used by prophets and adhering strictly to the chronological order and locations of predicted events.
- The excerpt then provides introductory remarks on reasons for studying prophecies, such as expanding the mind, avoiding misinterpretations, confirming faith in the Bible, and gaining perspective on God's attributes - while also addressing common reasons for the historical neglect of
This is a study of Jesus being intellectual. He had a brilliant mind in teaching and debate, and we are to seek to know the mind of Christ in order to live in the wisdom of our Lord and Savior.
A verse by verse commentary on the Gospel of Mark chapter 12 dealing with the parable of the tenants, paying taxes to Caesar, marriage at the resurrection, the greatest commandment, whose son is the Christ, and the widow's offering.
A verse by verse commentary on LUKE chapter 7 dealing with the faith of the Centurion, and Jesus raising the son of a widow woman. Jesus goes on to heal many and praise John the Baptist, and then He is anointed by a sinful woman.
This document provides the lesson plan from the "His Followers Sunday School Class" at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The lesson discusses wisdom literature in the Bible like Proverbs, focusing on Proverbs 14:8-15. It examines the structure and themes of these passages, including comparisons between foolishness and wisdom. The document encourages readers to recognize attacks on biblical beliefs and find clarity in scripture. It closes with passages about salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
This document is a Christmas quiz that tests knowledge about details of Jesus's birth from the Bible. It contains 20 multiple choice or true/false questions about facts like Jesus's mother Mary, where he was born, who the wise men were, and more. The questions are followed by the answers and brief explanations or Bible verses supporting each answer. The quiz aims to help learn important facts about the nativity story and encourage reading the accounts in Matthew and Luke.
This document is a Christmas quiz that tests knowledge about details of Jesus's birth from the Bible. It contains 20 multiple choice or true/false questions about facts like Jesus's mother Mary, where he was born, who the wise men were, and more. The questions are followed by the answers and brief explanations or Bible verses supporting each answer. The quiz aims to help learn important facts about the nativity story and encourage reading the accounts in Matthew and Luke.
Illustrations of prophecy visions of daniel-and-the-apocalyptical-visions-of-...SergeyTeleguin
- The document is an excerpt from an 1840 book by David Campbell titled "Illustrations of Prophecy" that aims to provide simple illustrations to help readers understand prophecies in the Bible.
- It begins with an introductory preface where Campbell explains that he seeks to make the study of prophecies more accessible by including pictorial representations of natural symbols used by prophets and adhering strictly to the chronological order and locations of predicted events.
- The excerpt then provides introductory remarks on reasons for studying prophecies, such as expanding the mind, avoiding misinterpretations, confirming faith in the Bible, and gaining perspective on God's attributes - while also addressing common reasons for the historical neglect of
This is a study of Jesus being intellectual. He had a brilliant mind in teaching and debate, and we are to seek to know the mind of Christ in order to live in the wisdom of our Lord and Savior.
A verse by verse commentary on the Gospel of Mark chapter 12 dealing with the parable of the tenants, paying taxes to Caesar, marriage at the resurrection, the greatest commandment, whose son is the Christ, and the widow's offering.
A verse by verse commentary on LUKE chapter 7 dealing with the faith of the Centurion, and Jesus raising the son of a widow woman. Jesus goes on to heal many and praise John the Baptist, and then He is anointed by a sinful woman.
This document provides the lesson plan from the "His Followers Sunday School Class" at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The lesson discusses wisdom literature in the Bible like Proverbs, focusing on Proverbs 14:8-15. It examines the structure and themes of these passages, including comparisons between foolishness and wisdom. The document encourages readers to recognize attacks on biblical beliefs and find clarity in scripture. It closes with passages about salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
This document is a Christmas quiz that tests knowledge about details of Jesus's birth from the Bible. It contains 20 multiple choice or true/false questions about facts like Jesus's mother Mary, where he was born, who the wise men were, and more. The questions are followed by the answers and brief explanations or Bible verses supporting each answer. The quiz aims to help learn important facts about the nativity story and encourage reading the accounts in Matthew and Luke.
This document is a Christmas quiz that tests knowledge about details of Jesus's birth from the Bible. It contains 20 multiple choice or true/false questions about facts like Jesus's mother Mary, where he was born, who the wise men were, and more. The questions are followed by the answers and brief explanations or Bible verses supporting each answer. The quiz aims to help learn important facts about the nativity story and encourage reading the accounts in Matthew and Luke.
A verse by verse commentary on the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. It goes on to tell of the withered fig tree and of the Jewish leaders questioning the authority of Jesus.
The document discusses debates among Jewish religious leaders about Jesus. The high priest Caiphas argues they should condemn Jesus as a false prophet, but Nicodemus and others disagree. Nicodemus says condemning popular figures often backfires and loses the temple followers and money. He warns pursuing Jesus could lead people to abandon the temple as Lazarus did, following the Romans instead. The debates show divisions emerging among Jewish leaders about how to respond to Jesus and his influence.
This document provides a summary and analysis of the biblical book of Nehemiah. It discusses how Nehemiah and Ezra provided leadership to the Israelites as they returned from exile in Babylon. Both leaders took radical steps, such as breaking up families who intermarried with foreigners, in order to prevent the Israelites from repeating the sins that led to their exile. While painful, their interventions helped set the Israelites on a new path of obedience to God. The document argues that God sometimes uses tough love and leadership to turn people from sin and help them make a fresh start, though the process of fixing damage from sin is often messy.
A verse by verse commentary on Matthew chapter 22 dealing with the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, paying taxes to Caesar, marriage in the resurrection, the greatest commandment, and whose son is the Christ.
Paul undertakes his third missionary journey, during which he continues preaching and healing. When some magicians try to mimic Paul's abilities, they are beaten by demons. Paul faces increasing opposition and is eventually arrested and brought to Caesarea for trial. Though found innocent, he remains imprisoned for two years due to political maneuvering.
A verse by verse commentary on Genesis chapter 39 dealing with Joseph and the wife of Potiphar, It is a story of sex and passion, and the courage to remain faithful in spite of strong temptation.
This is a study of a prophecy about Jesus being called a Nazarene, but it is hard to find that prophecy, and there are many interpretations of what it means.
This document provides commentary on Luke 15:1-7 from multiple scholars and commentators. It discusses how all the tax collectors and sinners were gathering around Jesus to hear him preach. While they were drawn to his message of grace for the lost, the Pharisees and scribes criticized Jesus for welcoming and eating with sinners. The commentators explore the significance of Jesus receiving sinners and how the three parables he tells in response explain God's love for the lost.
A verse by verse commentary on LUKE chapter 19 dealing with Zacchaeus the tax collector and the the parable of the ten Minas. Then comes the details of the triumphal entry followed by Jesus at the temple.
Recent reports about the time when domesticated camels first appeared in Israel, hundreds of years after they are mentioned in the Bible (with Abram in Genesis 12.16) are being used to attack the historical accuracy of the Bible. In this lesson we examine the claims that are made and present evidence of domesticated camels in both Egypt and Mesopotamia hundreds of years prior to Abraham. It’s reasonable to conclude that Abram could have had domesticated camels and that these attacks on the accuracy of the Bible are not valid.
The document discusses Robert Townley, the author of the earliest known full preterist book from 1845. It provides quotes from Townley arguing that events like the resurrection and second coming were fulfilled in the past. Townley was initially a universalist but later converted to full preterism. The document also discusses how other early 19th century figures like Hosea Ballou integrated preterism and universalism in their teachings and interpretations of scripture.
"The (New) History of Full Preterism" (Part Two) - Powerpoint PresentationTodd Dennis
2007 Carlsbad Conference presentation of "The New History of Full Preterism" - PART TWO
Audio Here
http://ad70.tv/video/107/the-new-history-of-full-preterism
To be used in conjunction with Audio Tapes available from http://www.preterist.org/preteristbookstore.asp#Audio_MP3s
*'In quietness and in confidence shall be
your strength," that was the motto which
Keble chose for the Christian year, a motto
which every Christian, day by day, may con-
sider his own. ' ' He shall not strive nor cry. ' '
The evangelist who saw the fulfilment of those
words in his Master had also seen the quiet-
ness and confidence of Christ as they stood
out in clearest contrast to the contentions of
the rabbis and the wrangling of the scribes.
"The (New) History of Full Preterism" (Part One) - Powerpoint PresentationTodd Dennis
2007 Carlsbad Conference presentation of "The New History of Full Preterism" - PART ONE
To be used in conjunction with Audio Tapes available from http://www.preterist.org/preteristbookstore.asp#Audio_MP3s
Jehu, the son of the prophet Hanani, receives a message from God concerning King Baasha of Israel. God reminds Baasha that he elevated him to power over Israel, but Baasha has followed in the evil ways of Jeroboam by leading Israel into sin through idolatry. As punishment, God will destroy Baasha's household, just as he did for Jeroboam, and Baasha's dead body will be eaten by dogs or birds, bringing disgrace. Commentators note parallels between this prophecy and one against Jeroboam, and discuss Jehu's background and long prophetic career spanning both Israel and Judah.
This document provides an overview of different approaches to studying and interpreting the New Testament. It discusses examining the world behind the text by studying the historical and cultural context, the text itself through methods like textual criticism and source criticism, and the world within the text using genre analysis and intertextuality. It also addresses the role of the reader and reader-response approaches that consider ideological and identity-related factors. The diagram maps these various dimensions of encountering and approaching the NT.
This article discusses Jesus' instruction to his disciples to be "wise as serpents, harmless as doves." It explores what Jesus may have meant by using a serpent and dove as analogies. A serpent is often seen as cunning, while a dove represents peace. The article examines commentary from scholars on how disciples should avoid danger like serpents but spread the gospel message harmlessly like doves. Being both cautious and spreading the message is important for followers of Christ.
The document describes the successful careers and accomplishments of many engineers from the narrator's college class. It details chance encounters between the narrator and classmates during a month-long vacation, showing that they have become leaders in fields like engineering, business, sports, entertainment and more. The story culminates at a wedding reception that turns into an alumni reunion celebrating the widespread achievements of the engineering graduates.
We, the class of 2012-2013, predict that in 10 years time: John will have his own business and be married with kids, Mary will be a successful doctor helping many patients, and Mark will have achieved his dream of becoming a pilot for a major airline.
A verse by verse commentary on the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. It goes on to tell of the withered fig tree and of the Jewish leaders questioning the authority of Jesus.
The document discusses debates among Jewish religious leaders about Jesus. The high priest Caiphas argues they should condemn Jesus as a false prophet, but Nicodemus and others disagree. Nicodemus says condemning popular figures often backfires and loses the temple followers and money. He warns pursuing Jesus could lead people to abandon the temple as Lazarus did, following the Romans instead. The debates show divisions emerging among Jewish leaders about how to respond to Jesus and his influence.
This document provides a summary and analysis of the biblical book of Nehemiah. It discusses how Nehemiah and Ezra provided leadership to the Israelites as they returned from exile in Babylon. Both leaders took radical steps, such as breaking up families who intermarried with foreigners, in order to prevent the Israelites from repeating the sins that led to their exile. While painful, their interventions helped set the Israelites on a new path of obedience to God. The document argues that God sometimes uses tough love and leadership to turn people from sin and help them make a fresh start, though the process of fixing damage from sin is often messy.
A verse by verse commentary on Matthew chapter 22 dealing with the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, paying taxes to Caesar, marriage in the resurrection, the greatest commandment, and whose son is the Christ.
Paul undertakes his third missionary journey, during which he continues preaching and healing. When some magicians try to mimic Paul's abilities, they are beaten by demons. Paul faces increasing opposition and is eventually arrested and brought to Caesarea for trial. Though found innocent, he remains imprisoned for two years due to political maneuvering.
A verse by verse commentary on Genesis chapter 39 dealing with Joseph and the wife of Potiphar, It is a story of sex and passion, and the courage to remain faithful in spite of strong temptation.
This is a study of a prophecy about Jesus being called a Nazarene, but it is hard to find that prophecy, and there are many interpretations of what it means.
This document provides commentary on Luke 15:1-7 from multiple scholars and commentators. It discusses how all the tax collectors and sinners were gathering around Jesus to hear him preach. While they were drawn to his message of grace for the lost, the Pharisees and scribes criticized Jesus for welcoming and eating with sinners. The commentators explore the significance of Jesus receiving sinners and how the three parables he tells in response explain God's love for the lost.
A verse by verse commentary on LUKE chapter 19 dealing with Zacchaeus the tax collector and the the parable of the ten Minas. Then comes the details of the triumphal entry followed by Jesus at the temple.
Recent reports about the time when domesticated camels first appeared in Israel, hundreds of years after they are mentioned in the Bible (with Abram in Genesis 12.16) are being used to attack the historical accuracy of the Bible. In this lesson we examine the claims that are made and present evidence of domesticated camels in both Egypt and Mesopotamia hundreds of years prior to Abraham. It’s reasonable to conclude that Abram could have had domesticated camels and that these attacks on the accuracy of the Bible are not valid.
The document discusses Robert Townley, the author of the earliest known full preterist book from 1845. It provides quotes from Townley arguing that events like the resurrection and second coming were fulfilled in the past. Townley was initially a universalist but later converted to full preterism. The document also discusses how other early 19th century figures like Hosea Ballou integrated preterism and universalism in their teachings and interpretations of scripture.
"The (New) History of Full Preterism" (Part Two) - Powerpoint PresentationTodd Dennis
2007 Carlsbad Conference presentation of "The New History of Full Preterism" - PART TWO
Audio Here
http://ad70.tv/video/107/the-new-history-of-full-preterism
To be used in conjunction with Audio Tapes available from http://www.preterist.org/preteristbookstore.asp#Audio_MP3s
*'In quietness and in confidence shall be
your strength," that was the motto which
Keble chose for the Christian year, a motto
which every Christian, day by day, may con-
sider his own. ' ' He shall not strive nor cry. ' '
The evangelist who saw the fulfilment of those
words in his Master had also seen the quiet-
ness and confidence of Christ as they stood
out in clearest contrast to the contentions of
the rabbis and the wrangling of the scribes.
"The (New) History of Full Preterism" (Part One) - Powerpoint PresentationTodd Dennis
2007 Carlsbad Conference presentation of "The New History of Full Preterism" - PART ONE
To be used in conjunction with Audio Tapes available from http://www.preterist.org/preteristbookstore.asp#Audio_MP3s
Jehu, the son of the prophet Hanani, receives a message from God concerning King Baasha of Israel. God reminds Baasha that he elevated him to power over Israel, but Baasha has followed in the evil ways of Jeroboam by leading Israel into sin through idolatry. As punishment, God will destroy Baasha's household, just as he did for Jeroboam, and Baasha's dead body will be eaten by dogs or birds, bringing disgrace. Commentators note parallels between this prophecy and one against Jeroboam, and discuss Jehu's background and long prophetic career spanning both Israel and Judah.
This document provides an overview of different approaches to studying and interpreting the New Testament. It discusses examining the world behind the text by studying the historical and cultural context, the text itself through methods like textual criticism and source criticism, and the world within the text using genre analysis and intertextuality. It also addresses the role of the reader and reader-response approaches that consider ideological and identity-related factors. The diagram maps these various dimensions of encountering and approaching the NT.
This article discusses Jesus' instruction to his disciples to be "wise as serpents, harmless as doves." It explores what Jesus may have meant by using a serpent and dove as analogies. A serpent is often seen as cunning, while a dove represents peace. The article examines commentary from scholars on how disciples should avoid danger like serpents but spread the gospel message harmlessly like doves. Being both cautious and spreading the message is important for followers of Christ.
The document describes the successful careers and accomplishments of many engineers from the narrator's college class. It details chance encounters between the narrator and classmates during a month-long vacation, showing that they have become leaders in fields like engineering, business, sports, entertainment and more. The story culminates at a wedding reception that turns into an alumni reunion celebrating the widespread achievements of the engineering graduates.
We, the class of 2012-2013, predict that in 10 years time: John will have his own business and be married with kids, Mary will be a successful doctor helping many patients, and Mark will have achieved his dream of becoming a pilot for a major airline.
BULALACAO NHS Class prophecy.2013 2014pptxleocarlo7
This document is the class prophecy for Batch 2013-2014. It predicts the future careers of 18 classmates, including flight attendant, mathematics teacher, interior designer, basketball player, chef, engineer, agriculturist, accountant, business women, doctor, and nurse. It expresses excitement at seeing oneself in a bright future and wishes everyone a happy Valentine's Day.
The document discusses plans for the Junior/Senior Prom hosted by the Juniors of the Philippine Science High School on February 4, 2012. The prom aims to subsidize seniors and less fortunate juniors, enhance bonding, complement learning with real-world skills, and develop leadership, organizational, and social responsibility skills in students. The Parent Shadow Committee seeks monetary donations, resources, volunteer support, and prayers to help fund and support the prom and its objectives of subsidizing students and complementing their education.
This document discusses labelling and its impact on student achievement. It defines labelling as stereotyping students based on biased perceptions. Teachers inevitably label students, such as viewing working-class students or poorly-behaved students as less bright. This labelling can become a self-fulfilling prophecy, where students internalize the labels and their behavior and performance conform to teacher expectations. The document also summarizes Rosenthal and Jacobson's famous study which found that when teachers were told certain students were high-achievers, even though the labels were random, those students performed better due to increased teacher attention and expectations.
The document is a speech accepting responsibilities from the outgoing student council. It discusses that being responsible means accepting accountability for one's actions and conduct. As the new student council, they must learn to discipline themselves, control their voices, distinguish right from wrong, follow rules and regulations, and serve as role models to the student body. By learning from the examples of others like their teachers and properly fulfilling their responsibilities, they can become good leaders and successful people. They wholeheartedly accept the key of responsibility from the outgoing council to continue the legacy and values that council established.
The document discusses whether Christians are destined for defeat or victory on Earth. It argues that many prophecies cited as signs we are living in the "last days" were actually fulfilled in the 1st century. It says the "end times" referred to the end of the Old Covenant, and the "Great Tribulation" is past, referring to events of the 1st century. It claims the Book of Revelation was written in the 60s AD to address seven churches, and that the resurrection of believers occurs after Christ's millennial reign, not in a pre-tribulation rapture. The document aims to inspire Christians to positive action rather than inactivity based on escapist eschatology.
This document discusses whether the Bible is divinely inspired or merely a work of human imagination. It argues that prophecy is proof of divine inspiration, as only God could foretell the future accurately. The document examines a prophecy against the ancient city of Tyre from Ezekiel, written around 585 BC, which predicted multiple nations would attack and destroy Tyre in succession, scraping its ruins into the sea. This detailed and specific prophecy came true, as Tyre was conquered by Nebuchadnezzar and later Alexander the Great, with its ruins dumped into the sea, and the city was never rebuilt, confirming the Bible's divine authority and inspiration according to the document.
What Evidences Do You Have That The Bible is the Word of GodPeter Hammond
The document discusses evidence that the Bible is the word of God. It provides 3 key pieces of evidence:
1) Prophecy - The Bible contains over 2000 specific prophecies that have been fulfilled, such as prophecies about Egypt no longer having Egyptian rulers and the destruction of Babylon.
2) Survival - No other book has faced such intense attacks to be destroyed yet over 24,000 manuscripts of the New Testament still exist today.
3) Archaeology - Archaeological discoveries like the Dead Sea Scrolls have confirmed the accuracy of the Bible manuscripts.
The document discusses interpretations of "last days" prophecies in the Bible. It argues that references to the "last days" were fulfilled in the 1st century AD, not in a future time. It asserts that biblical prophecies only apply to the lineage of Jacob (Israel), not to other groups like Ishmaelites or modern Gentiles. The author claims many common Christian beliefs about end times, the Antichrist, and the Rapture are based on misinterpretations and mistranslations of the original Hebrew and Greek texts.
Bible and Culture 2016 – Introduction to the OT Prophets and Daniel Tony Watkins
My slides from the first day of Bible & Culture 2016:
- introduction to the Old Testament prophets
- introduction to the book of Daniel
- starting to look at Daniel 1
See more about Bible and Culture at bibleandculture.org)
The True Interpretation of the Revelation of John and the Biblerevelationofjohn
This chapter discusses interpreting biblical prophecy correctly, as some prophecies in the Bible have been misinterpreted. It introduces Ioannis G. Arnellos, who in 1896 provided new insights into prophecies from the Old and New Testaments. Arnellos possessed a great mind and restored truth, being the Elias who was foretold. The book will reveal prophecies correctly interpreted about an coming Golden Era on Earth with global peace and justice. It will also reveal errors in current science and answer fundamental questions about the universe and life.
This document discusses the testimony of Jesus Christ and the three angels' messages from Revelation. It notes that Ellen G. White received visions guiding the Adventist church. It examines prophecies about changing times and laws, identifying the papacy as changing God's prophetic calendar. It outlines two methods, futurism and preterism, used by Catholic scholars to refute the papacy being the antichrist. The document asserts that the gift of prophecy, as with Elijah, will identify the dragon, beast and false prophet of Revelation. True prophets will call God's people to keep His commandments and law.
This document provides evidence for Christianity aimed at skeptics. It summarizes prophecies from the Bible that have been fulfilled, such as prophecies about Egypt, Babylon, Tyre, and others. It then discusses how the Bible has survived numerous attempts to destroy it. Finally, it discusses how skeptical researchers, like lawyers and historians, examined Christianity and the evidence for the resurrection and became convinced, converting to Christianity themselves. The document argues Christianity is reasonable and based on historical facts, not blind faith.
Brother Rando is a student of Prophecy and one of Jehovah's Witnesses. His interests are directed towards how the time of the end would come about. His Goal is to educate the public that Jehovah Witnesses have accepted the Sacrifice in Christ, whose Blood was shed for many as a ransom and exercise faith in 'Jesus Christ' for salvation. (Romans 10:9)
Visit JW.org
Biblical View of Time by Joshua Hawkins.
In order to understand the story of Scripture and read the world from the Bible’s perspective, we must “play the game” on the Bible’s field and follow the Bible’s rules. The Bible’s field could also be called its worldview, or more specifically, its cosmology. This section is an overview.
The document discusses Jesus' identity as the Messiah in the Gospel of Mark. It begins by explaining how Peter identifies Jesus as the Messiah in Mark 8:29, but Jesus clarifies that his messianic role is different than what was expected - he must suffer and die. Peter does not accept this, as suffering was not part of the anticipated Messiah.
Later, during Jesus' trial before Pilate, Pilate asks if Jesus is "the King of the Jews." Jesus responds cryptically, implying the question needs more clarity. The document then examines how Mark uses literary devices like seeing and hearing to gradually reveal Jesus' identity to the characters and readers until his death. It analyzes several healing stories and
The document provides an introduction to covenant eschatology and discusses Jesus' statements about the destruction of the temple and the events that would occur before "this generation passes away". It summarizes the historical fulfillments of Jesus' predictions, such as the destruction of the temple in 70 AD and famines and earthquakes that occurred in the 1st century, arguing they were fulfilled within the lifetime of Jesus' generation.
This document contains a collection of quotes about glimpses of God in history and nature. It discusses how the Bible writers saw God as directing history and revealing himself through historical events. The document argues that biblical prophecies and the historical accuracy of the Bible show that God has worked in and through world events. It suggests that understanding the great controversy between good and evil provides the best lens for understanding history.
The document discusses reasons for Christian hope based on facts about Jesus that cannot be denied, even by skeptics. It notes that Jesus lived based on historical Roman records, and that the New Testament is a reliable historical document written by eyewitnesses within the lifetimes of other eyewitnesses. If the New Testament accounts are not true, it would have to be a carefully constructed lie, which the passionate eyewitness testimony of the authors makes unlikely.
This article contains, ''What About The Rapture'' ''Is It Scripturally Correct'' ''The True Rapture Is Every Man In His Own Order'' ''It Has Always Been In God's Plan To Have Forerunners'' ''Using The Three Hundred Or The Minority Group'' ''Ascending In The Cloud'' ''All Mysteries To Be Made Known'' ''Heaven Bound Creatures''
This document discusses prophecies from the book of Daniel regarding the end times. It describes events during the persecution by Antiochus IV including the martyrdom of Jews who refused to renounce their faith. It then talks about Judas Maccabeus and others who aided the Jews after their fall. The document suggests these prophecies point to future persecutions of Jews and Christians until the time of the end. It claims Daniel's visions were meant to describe what will happen to God's people in the last days.
The document argues that the "last days" referred to in the New Testament occurred during the time of Jesus' ministry and the establishment of the early Christian church, not in modern times. It asserts that the last days were the end of the Jewish age and Old Covenant, and that events like the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70 fulfilled Jesus' end times prophecies for the first century generation. The document concludes that the last days are behind us by over 1900 years, not still to come as claimed by some modern prophecy teachings.
The document discusses Christian perspectives on the end times as described in the Old Testament. It explains that the "last days" began with a prophecy of Jacob concerning the 12 tribes of Israel, and refers specifically to events that would occur when only the tribe of Judah remained in covenant with God. It describes how the kingdom of Israel was divided after Solomon, with 10 tribes going into exile and only Judah remaining, fulfilling the condition for the last days. The restoration of Israel prophesied in the Old Testament refers to their gathering after having been without a king for a long period of time.
The document discusses prophecies from Revelation and Isaiah about the last days, including the opening of the seven seals and the wrath of the Lamb against sin. It describes how the four horses of Revelation and Zechariah represent powers of darkness that will ravage the earth, bringing victory, then terrorism, famine, death and destruction. It encourages Christians to remain loyal to Jesus during these times and explains that John Hoskins teaches accurately about Revelation to help with this.
The document discusses the differences between the "carnal church" and the body of Christ. The carnal church caters to sinful desires of the flesh and mind, while the body of Christ follows Jesus and his commandments. It argues that the carnal church sees a dichotomy between Jesus and the Ten Commandments, but they are actually one and the same. It claims obedience to the commandments through faith in Jesus is essential for salvation.
The document discusses the Christian Church and its role at the end of times. It claims the Church will be victorious over false prophets and the powers of darkness. It also discusses prophecies from Daniel and Revelation about the dissolution of the USA after it destroys Iran. The resurrection of Jesus guarantees the Church's triumph over Satan. The document promotes the teachings of John Hoskins on accurately understanding the Book of Revelation.
The document discusses end times living and priorities for Christians based on biblical passages. It outlines four priorities: (1) thinking clearly and with self-control through prayer, (2) excelling in love for others, (3) offering hospitality without grumbling, and (4) serving others with the gifts God has given through faithfully administering His grace. The author believes Christians should live with hope for Christ's return and serve Him each day until His coming.
The document discusses prophecies about the Last Days from the Bible. It describes how God will deliver believers and destroy transgressors. It also talks about how after Jerusalem's destruction, God will replant the city and it will be called a holy city. The document explains prophecies from Zechariah about God protecting Jerusalem with a wall of fire and delivering Zion. It describes two prophets who will preach in Jerusalem during the Last Days, urging people to turn to Jesus, but they will not listen. The document outlines the great tribulation and affliction that will come upon Jerusalem and the people before Jesus' return.
The document discusses signs of the last days as seen by John in Revelation, including Jesus receiving worship from angels, elders, and all creation. It references prophecies from the Old Testament about God establishing an everlasting covenant and salvation for believers through Jesus, the descendant of David. The document asserts that in the last days, all who repent and turn to Jesus will receive God's promised blessings to David of eternal salvation.
The document discusses signs related to the return of Jesus Christ and the Rapture based on biblical prophecies. It mentions that the Bible promises Jesus' return over 300 times in the New Testament. One sign is the reunification of Europe, fulfilling the prophecy of a revived Roman Empire in Daniel. The reunification of Europe paves the way for a future world leader known as the Antichrist. After the Rapture, this Antichrist figure will deceive many left behind into believing he is the savior.
The document is a sermon where the author confesses their own sins and faults to demonstrate that even sinners can be forgiven by God. The author lists many sins they struggle with according to 2 Timothy 3:1-5, including being prideful, loving money and pleasure, lacking self-control, and despising good counsel. The author urges readers who recognize similar sins to pray, fast, and humble themselves before God to overcome sin and be delivered from wickedness. God promises to give grace to the humble and lift up those who mourn their sins.
The document discusses director Gus Van Sant's 2005 film "Last Days" which depicts the last days of a musician named Blake who commits suicide. [1] The film is widely seen as being based on the real life and death of Kurt Cobain. [2] Van Sant skillfully weaves together reality and fiction through his portrayal of the "fabula" (actual events) and "sujet" (underlying meaning or theme) of the film. [3] This allows "Last Days" to shine as both a creative depiction of Cobain's last days and a masterfully crafted artistic work that engages viewers through subtle clues about its real-life inspiration.
The document discusses signs that indicate we are living in the end times prior to Jesus' return as described in the Bible. It mentions the creation of Israel in 1948 and Jewish control of Jerusalem in 1967 as fulfilling biblical prophecies. It also lists increasing natural disasters like earthquakes, famines, diseases and abnormal weather as signs of the end times. It describes societal moral decline, rise of false teachings, wars and unrest as further signs everything is leading to Jesus' second coming.
This document provides an overview of end times prophecies from the Bible. It discusses Jesus' teachings on the signs of the times from the Book of Matthew. These include wars, famines, earthquakes, persecution of Christians, and the appearance of false prophets. It also summarizes prophecies from Daniel and the Book of Revelation about events that will occur, including the Antichrist, seven seals being opened revealing horses of different colors, and seven angels sounding trumpets. The document aims to explain what the various prophecies mean and how they relate to the second coming of Jesus Christ.
This document discusses signs of the end times mentioned in the Bible, including an increase in world population, knowledge, violence, and transportation. It argues that these signs are unfolding now as predicted in scripture. Population growth and the rise of India and China are fulfilling prophecies about a 200 million man army. The spread of technology and knowledge supports biblical predictions. More violence reflects Jesus' words about lawlessness and love growing cold. Faster transportation aligns with prophecies of people running to and fro. All of these current trends are part of God's planned end time scenario.
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One of the hallmark traits of most Fundamentalist Christians is their obsession with Bible
Prophecy. Prophecy has a rather mystical draw to it and implies that the future is not so
unknowable after all. Most humans spend their waking time either in the past feeling angry or in
speculation of the future feeling anxious. It goes with not having the ability to live the real day one
is currently experience. Many Christians have raised knowing the future to an art form and have
learned that it is also quit profitable for the church in keeping members in line with fear, anxiety
and a perverse kind of hope.
Bible prophecy and making it the center of one's life, reading the newspaper as one would the
Bible, is a slippery slope and a very negative way to live one's life.
With enough study, one can learn that there are other explanations for that which many hold so
near and dear as predictions of things that will happen "shortly" in the future. No one seems to
think that "shortly" for whoever really wrote Revelation has now been over Two Thousand Years! I
hate to think what "I'll be back later" would mean!
We have learned to develop the bad habit of reading Paul's predications of "time is short" with the
same generous deference to the fact that short for Paul never really quite worked out for him
either. We all know the cycle Paul went through of telling the Church to be ready, act as if you had
no family and support the Church, to his final realization that "oh well, I fought a good fight, it was
fun while it lasted, I was wrong... I still win... see ya."
On the other hand, we have areas of scripture that have always been used as prophecy which, to
me, are simply not and never were intended to be by the original authors.
Isaiah 7 is an example of such a use of OT scripture by NT authors. This virgin birth prophecy
ranks as one of the most questionable uses of scripture Matthew used to tell his story of Jesus
birth. Matthew had a habit of mining the OT for anything that seemed like it fit the story he wanted
to tell about Jesus. When one examines the OT context, we have to conclude that, that at least in
it's original meaning, it was never meant to have the meaning Matthew assigned it. In fact, in its
original context, it has absolutely nothing to do with prophecy but is merely a historical account of
events going on at the time. It was never viewed as a prophecy of the birth circumstances of either
the Jewish Messiah or Jesus until Matthew mined it for it's story telling value to his perspective.
Matthew took the parts that fit his story but left out parts of that same story in Isaiah that obviously
made no sense to his perspective on Jesus. If you simply look at Matthew's accounts of Jesus
birth story, it is easy to see he cobbled it together in the style of the day from OT scriptures and
not real events that he knew of. It is not my point to explain all this here, and I have touched on it
in past columns.
2. Another aspect of "prophecy" we miss is that much of what the COGs use to promote their
urgency upon the membership is probably prophecy written after the fact, which makes it really
non-prophecy.
Either the book of Daniel was written during the time of the events recorded, 585 BC, or as many
scholars now feel, it was written much later in the 160's BC to encourage the Maccabeans in their
revolt against Rome. It was written AFTER all the events prophesied took place, which is why
Daniel 11 is so specific. Daniel 12 then becomes rather generic because after the rise of Rome,
the authors didn't really know the rest of the story much after the specifics of the 160's ended.
The point is that we all know that OUR lives were lived, and many still live their lives out, linking
Daniel to Matthew 24, which also was written to address issues now long past from our times.
Again it is not my purpose to prove that to you, but I have accepted that much of what we call
history prophesied is really "prophecy" historicized, or the conforming of later writings to fit events
as they had already occurred. If the detail of Daniel 11 is the kind of thing that is able to be locked
in stone for future fulfillment, then we as humans have no choice in the part we have to play in the
game as it is already decided for us evidently down to the details. It's a philosophical problem to
me about choices and free will.
Other problem with prophecy is that they simply didn't come true. We all were groomed with the
fantastic story of the fall of Tyre and how it would be scraped bare never to be inhabited etc. The
problem is it wasn't and the city of Tyre existed in NT times and does to this day. The Tyranians
rebuffed Nebuchadnezzar and only succumbed to Alexander the Great, yet still exists. It's a cop
out to point out ancient ruins in the water as proof of prophecy fulfilled when the city called Tyre is
just over your shoulder. These facts are easily found in a simple search on the topic.
Ezekiel's Failed Prophecies on Tyre and Egypt
Ezekiel made a prophecy that, at the time he wrote, seems most likely to be fulfilled. The prophet
was writing, in 587BC, at the time when Nebuchadnezzar was laying siege on Tyre. With such a
powerful army like Nebuchadnezzar's, it was not surprising that Ezekiel prophesied the fall of Tyre
to the Babylonian king.
Ezekiel 26:7-14: For thus says the Lord: "Behold I will bring upon Tyre from the north
Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon, king of kings, with horses and chariots, and with horsemen and a
hosts of many soldiers. He will slay with the sword your daughters on the mainland; he will set up
a siege wall against you. He will direct the shock of his battering rams against your walls, and with
his axes he will break down your towers...With the hoofs of his horses he will trample all your
streets; he will slay your people with the sword and your mighty pillar will fall to the ground...they
will break down your walls and destroy your pleasant houses... I will make you a bare rock...you
shall never be rebuilt, for I have spoken," says the Lord God.
The whole passage clearly prophesied the sack and complete destruction of Tyre by
Nebuchadnezzar. However, the vivid description of the sack and fall of Tyre never happened. After
a siege of thirteen years, until 573BC, Nebuchadnezzar lifted his siege on Tyre and had to arrive
at a compromised agreement. Thus Nebuchadnezzar did not destroy Tyre. Tyre was destroyed by
Alexander the Great, 240 years later. And furthermore, despite the prophet, the city of Tyre was
3. eventually rebuilt.
When Nebuchadnezzar broke the gates down he found the city almost empty. The majority of the
people had moved by ship to an island about one half mile off the coast and fortified the city there.
The mainland city was destroyed in 573, but the city of Tyre on the island remained a powerful city
for several hundred years.
The implication of this paragraph is clear: that Nebuchadnezzar destroyed a major portion of Tyre.
Tyre's main city was always on the island. The part of the city on the mainland is nothing more
than a suburb. In other words, Nebuchadnezzar could achieve no more than take over a relatively
minor part of the city. Furthermore it is obvious from the passage in Ezekiel that the complete
destruction of Tyre by Nebuchadnezzar was prophesized. Ezekiel himself admitted that this
prophecy was a mistake!
Ezekiel 29:17-20: ...the Lord God came to me: "Son of man, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon
made his army labor hard against Tyre; every head was made bald and every shoulder was
rubbed bare; yet neither he nor his army got anything from Tyre to pay for the labor that he had
performed against it... (Website: Rejection of Pascal's Wager)
The prophecies of both Isaiah and Ezekiel against Egypt also fell far short of reality in their
"fulfillment."
"The prophet Isaiah, for instance, foretold the drying up of all the waters of the Egypt, and the
destruction of all land used for plantation due to this drying up of the River Nile.
Isaiah 19:5-7: And the waters of the Nile will be dried up, and the river will be parched and dry;
and its canal will become foul, and the branches of Egypt's Nile will diminish and dry up, reeds and
rushes will rot away. There will be bare places by the Nile, on the brink of the Nile, and all that is
sown by the Nile will dry up, be driven away, and be no more.
This part of Isaiah, widely accepted by scholars to be written around the eighth century BC, is
about 2750 years old. And in all this period of two and three quarters millennia, this prophecy has
yet to be fulfilled! Moreover it is clear from the context that Isaiah prophecy was meant for the
Egypt of his time. For it was with that Egypt that Isaiah and his people had a grievance against,
and the prophecy was a warning to them. Obviously this is a clear example of an unfulfilled
prophecy." (Website: Rejection of Pascal's Wager)
I only point these out because so many would NEVER entertain the idea that any prophecy of the
Bible didn't come true and will launch any number and kind of apologetic to defend what was said
would be from what really occurred in history. Some of you are doing that right now.. :)
The last Pope would be the last Pope and now this Pope will be the last Pope and I expect the
next Pope will also be the last Pope.
And now we again live in a time where "prophecy" can manipulate real lives. There are any
number of those who just know how it will all be. The kings of all directions are doing this and
that..."just read my article and see for yourself." Every world news event , like in the 60's or 70's or
80's, is worthy of note. The last Pope would be the last Pope and now this Pope will be the last
4. Pope and I expect the next Pope will also be the last Pope. Meanwhile we get older but not the
wiser for the experience. What we'll end up with is drawing every imagined prophetic event to
ourselves in reality as some government leaders even seem to base policy on "what the Bible
says." It is very possible to cause things to happen because one expects them to happen. The
problem is you end up with all the damage and none of the salvation. In short, an end of the world
scenario can be acted out based on false subconscious beliefs and yet still you end up with no
Second Coming, World Tomorrow or Kingdom of God. You end up screwed up.
So why might it be better not to LIVE your actual life around the alleged reality and truth of
prophecy and the "imminent" return of Jesus which has been imminent now for a couple thousand
years?
I've been there, I've done this. I've lived my real life ahead of my actual life while it quietly slipped
by. I've made life decisions in the past based on a preoccupation with the future. I've also let a lot
of precious life time go by thinking about things that proved to be untrue and teaching things that
weren't. I thought they were, but when one realizes they aren't, it would be hoped one would stop
that. I did.
I've been there, I've done this. I've lived my real life ahead of my actual life while it quietly slipped
by. I've made life decisions in the past based on a preoccupation with the future. I've also let a lot
of precious life time go by thinking about things that proved to be untrue and teaching things that
weren't.
Basing a life on what may or may not happen in the future, and Bible types did it all the time and
were wrong too, is to miss the present. And whether one admits it or not , the present is all we
ever actually really have to work with. Your kids really are their ages they are NOW and one does
not postpone making memories with them now because the future is a more serious consideration.
They will NEVER again be kids, and you and I will never again be any younger. For Paul, to live
might be loss and to die gain, but that theological rhetoric and let's face it, Paul never, from what
we can note, ever had to enjoy his children, mate or life in the now. He was in the imminent future
right up until it bit him in the bum. He may have had the power to have a wife, great word there,
"power", but I bet he was basically not one the women would flock to to begin with.
If you are still in a COG, does your Sabbath experience, weekends that your kids also have to call
their free time, only consist for them of coming, sitting and going? How often we forget that the
parents generally got to make their life decisions but then deny them to their children. I know,
"raise up your child in the way he should go.." Problem I have is with the "should go."
I'm amazed after all these decades the COG still can't figure out whether to eat out on the
Sabbath! Do you really believe some Deity cares! Do you really think there are angels taking
names!
I used to take my kids to the local zoo on Sabbaths after church. This was in the 1970's. I have
never regretted spending MANY a Friday night with them when little swimming at the YMCA and
stopping at Dunkin Donuts on the way home. That ritual of the "now" is far more remembered than
any sermon I may have given that day. But for some, depending on their prophecy laden pastor,
life is just one big "around the corner", "just a little longer" and never ending "gun lap." I had
kidded for years that we have been in the gun lap so often, we run the risk of running out of
5. bullets. Little did I know that was a prophecy that would come true!
Prophecy means little to me at this point in my life. It may mean a lot to some of you depending on
who is feeding the need to know what I don't think we can know in this world. We can hid behind
the idea that we know God is doing this or that, but that's pretty iffy knowing.
Whatever your position, at least know that even the Bible got it wrong at times, not matter what
your pastor says or how your church motivates you with prophecy to live on the edge of your chair,
just a bit ahead of the now, in somewhat a fearful or at least anxious, "what's going to happen"
state. Isaiah was wrong, Ezekiel was wrong, Paul was wrong and yes, even Jesus was mistaken
in his own perceptions of his own experience. That's another story.
If we can be wise enough to see that even Bible prophecies indeed have failed, that some
prophecies are not really prophecies , and that reading the newspaper as if it were the Bible come
to life is not wise, we might actually have a life in the now we can say was a real life. A life lived in
anticipation of some alleged future is not a real life. It's disillusionment in the making.
I'm going to go out on my own limb of prophecy here. I predict that all the leaders of any COG who
promote prophecy first and have not really ever given a sermon using the ideas in this article, will
live out their lives and come to the same conclusions Paul did. They kept a Faith and now it's time
to pass on.
I predict that Churches like PCG and RCG will pass from the scene when their me only leadership
does. One can only get so much mileage out of playing the sermons on world events by those who
died years ago. Yet I guess we do that when repeating Paul's admonitions of the shortness of time
forgetting it is long since past when he felt it would end. We do it when we say "Behold I come
quickly" when that quickly was over 2000 years ago.
I predict that WCG (soon to be GIF it seems we can predict) will become a meaningless footnote
to the Christian experience. I mean why belong to something in California that is everywhere you
live? What holds scattered groups together is being special and having special insights into "The
Middle East, What Next." And "Will You Be in the Place of Safety." Don't get me started!
I predict more people will avail themselves of the Internet to do their own studies and come to their
own conclusions. I always had to ask a pastor because somehow I thought he must know. After
all, he was an "expert" on the Bible. Now you can ask lots of pastors and scholars and even those
who used to be and no longer can abide it. I predict the era of Guru's will end for those who learn
to think and search a matter out from many and not just one source. I would hope that people in
congregations dominated by one grand idea spoken by one grand human being will finally wake
up and not care if asking a question or questioning a sermon or concept gets them kicked out.
Being kicked out, terminated, fired, marginalized or blocked at the door can be the greatest
freedom you'll ever experience if you ever choose to reclaim your own brain and perspectives.
Remember...ANY TIME you are listening to another human being tell you how it is, and your get
that little "uh oh" in the tummy....listen to it! It's the truth trying to have a chat with you.
I predict many will keep on believing the unbelievable because that's what humans do to keep fear
and uncertainty at bay. I do it, you do it.
6. I predict that very few people give a rats... bum... about what I think!
Don't live in anticipation of possible future. We can't know and no one has ever gotten it right. All
prophecies about the Second Coming of Jesus have failed to date 100% ! Don't miss your NOW
for that idea that just around the corner, me and mine will be justified in forgetting to enjoy the one
life we know we NOW have on this planet. It's a dangerous world to be sure, this does not mean it
is the result of prophets who themselves missed their own marks way back.
A life based on Prophecy as interpreted by someone who thinks they know and enforced upon one
as fact , just wait and see, is going to be a stressed one at best. You are also going to have to give
up a few bucks hard earned to keep the mythology and the grand poopa in prediction mode.
Remember there is Addiction to Predictions. Don't allow yourself to wake up decades older with
grown kids having regrets you didn't go to the zoo or stop at Dunkin Donuts in their jammies on
the way home....even on the Sabbath.
Dennis Diehl
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Dennis Diehl is a former Pastor and currently has a successful Therapeutic Massage practice in
Greenville, SC.
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