Although he wasn't a pretribulationist, Charles Spurgeon saw the need for living with an imminent mindset. He advised Christians to live as if Christ could come any moment. The following thoughts may appear somewhat disjointed. They were formed from previous responses following attacks on the concept of an imminent … [Read more...]
A Rise in Postmillennialism
Lately I've been witnessing a rise in postmillennialism on social media. It's ironic given the current dystopian state of the world. I can anticipate the postmil responses. In fact, I've seen them. As bleak as things may appear to us, God is in control and may turn it around. But the question remains: what does … [Read more...]
Greek Grammar and Eschatology
Greek Grammar and Eschatology - Over the years I've seen a few examples of Greek words employed during eschatological debates. Now I want to make it clear that when it comes to Greek, I know zilch, and don't pretend to. But the liberal sprinkling of Greek terms is sometimes used to impress and influence those with … [Read more...]
Responding to Covenant Theology
Recently, there has been some good work responding to Covenant Theology. Among others, two standout offerings come from Paul Henebury and Michael Vlach. Paul Henebury Otherwise known as Dr Reluctant, Paul Henebury runs a blog and a website, and has written a book. Paul famously responded to The Ninety-Five Theses … [Read more...]
Are You Ready For the Lord? Maranatha!
One of the happiest, providential moments that happened to me after I left my New Age life behind was finding a great Christian Book Store. It had an extensive selection of Biblical commentaries, apologetics works and books on eschatology. It often seemed as if a particular book appeared on the shelves just when I … [Read more...]
Second Thessalonians Two a Pretrib Problem
Is second Thessalonians two a pretrib problem? I've covered some of this material before, so this is really a recap of sorts. If you're on social media a lot and have an interest in prophecy, there's a chance you may have come across a documentary called "Seven Pretrib Problems and the Prewrath Rapture." In a … [Read more...]
What is Revelation’s Hour of Testing?
What is Revelation's Hour of Testing? Rev 3:10 contains a specific promise to the Philadelphian Church. The nature of this promise has long been the subject of debate. Because you have kept the word of my perseverance, I also will keep you from the hour of testing, that hour which is about to come upon the whole … [Read more...]
Looking Forward from Emmaus
In a previous post (Looking Back from Emmaus) I looked at the Emmaus discussion Jesus had with two disciples. Jesus had opened up the Old Testament for them. What happened over the last few days had been forecasted by Moses and the prophets. This time we will be Looking Forward from Emmaus. If the Old Testament … [Read more...]
Does Revelation 3:10 really affirm Pretribulationism?
As far back as I can remember Rev 3:10 is a verse which many pretribulational writers present as evidence for the pretrib rapture. Are they right? Behold, I will cause those of the synagogue of Satan, who say that they are Jews, and are not, but lie - I will make them come and bow down at your feet, and make them know … [Read more...]
The Real Problem with Israel
The Real Problem with Israel is that it needs to acknowledge its Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And one day it will. There will come a time when God will bring all nations against it, and then He will go and fight against the nations. I recently watched a video between a former Marxist (agnostic) and an American … [Read more...]
