Gog and Magog
Perhaps one of the most exploited
prophecies of the Jewish Scriptures,
i.e. the O.T., is Ezekiel 38–39, which
speaks of Gog and Magog.
Who is represented by Gog and Magog,
Russia, Germany, USA, or Iran? You
may be surprised to find the answer.
However, if you’re listening to the likes
of John Hagee you maybe mislead to
believe that Gog & Magog represents
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After two rescheduled attempts, I finally had
my eyes examined today for new eyeglasses.
As they say, the third time is a charm.
Fortunately for me, my eye doctor said there
was no change in my eyesight from last year
to the present. I thought, it’s good some things
are not aging fast on my body!
Eye exams could also be helpful in understanding
scripture, especially as it relates to the end time.
However, 20/20 vision of the natural eye can be
a very blinding experience for Christ’s return.
Paul encourages us to have the “eyes of our
understanding” enlightened, (Eph. 1:18) That
refers to an inner vision of perception.
From time to time we get questions on the end
time where some are confused. That’s a good
thing because it indicates the possibility of a
paradigm shift.
Do you have these questions about Christ’s
Second Coming?
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Daniel 7, a hotbed for eschatological theorizing,
continues to baffle commentators, past and
present.
The solution to the identity of the Ancient of
Days is in my opinion, one that is without
controversy.
The most common designation this obviously
Divine character is God himself. This view
largely stems from the reading of the text.
Variant renderings are:
The Son of Man comes to the Ancient of Days
The Son of Man comes as the Ancient of Days
In the first rendering the Father is meant. In
the second it refers to the Son. Can we solve
this debate of Who is the Ancient of Days in
Daniel 7?
One of the great battle lines drawn in the arena of eschatology
is the “Coming of the Son of Man” in Daniel 7:13, 14. Is it a
reference to the ascension in Pentecost of A.D. 30 or to the
destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70, per Mathew 24:30? Hence,
our title, Pentecost or Armageddon, The Coming of the Son of
Man?
A critique of the text in light of three major views, amillennialism,
premillennialism and preterism reveal unexpected implications for
the time and nature of the second coming and the resurrection.
Preterism reveals textual contradictions of Amillennialism and
Premillennialism. (more…)
Posted in Armageddon, Eschatology, Millennium, Second Coming Tags: Amillennialism, Premillennialism, Son of Man 3 Comments »Many would like to make the subject of the resurrection a matter
of the nature of the resurrection body only. While it is valid to
address and identify the nature of the resurrection body, it is also
valid to address Preterism’s timing of the resurrection in eschatology
if futurists and other rapture ready advocates expect to build a
convincing case.
“When Shall These Things Be” edited by Keith A. Mathison a book that
sought to address the major issues of the preterit view with the hope
of convincingly refuting them, Robert Strimple had these comments
on the issue of time and resurrection.
“Obviously an orthodox Christian response to hyper-preterism must
address the prophetic “time texts” of the New Testament…” , p 290.
Strimple however passes on that attempt, trusting that the editor has
done an adequate job. However, it seems that this impressive line up of
authors did not take the time to read and fully understand the
implications and ramifications of what they had written previously
on the subject of time.
In other words, Kenneth Gentry, Jr. and Keith Mathison, use the very
same text to teach the exact opposite views. This seriously impacts
Strimple’s assumptions on the nature of the resurrection body.
It eats the heart out of his more desirable “methodology” approach. (more…)
The subject of realized eschatology has quickly gained ground
in the end time discussions of the day. It means that all things
related to end time Bible prophecy are fulfilled.
The proper meaning of Bible prophecy is found by looking in the
past rather then in the future. This view is very controversial.
It is often met with shouts of heresy! Some would be burned at the
stake if the more radical futurists had their way.
Realized eschatology, also known as preterism or full preterism
continues to grow at a rapid pace. What are the major advantages
of this view compared to others? There are five components that
answer this question. (more…)
The resurrection of Israel is vividly portrayed through the
metaphor of dry bones resting in the valley. The question
raised by the prophet in Ezekiel 37:1-14, is “Can These
Bones Live?
In our first study, we examined Romans 8:19, in the context of
of the creation. The primary focus of the study is Paul’s employ
of the terms apokaradokia and apekdechomai.
The Exodus gives a good illustration of the bondage of death. Israel dwelt in bondage under Pharaoh, a tyrant and type of Satan. The message can be viewed as a preview of the endtime and antitype in the New Testament, (1 Corinthians 10:11; Hebrews 3-4).
(See original Post for Part 1)
Is it easier to believe that God a liar than it is to
believe these words are true? So, either way it goes,
you’re going to believe one or the other. You will believe
that God is a liar, or you will believe that these words are
true. Please understand that your belief will not change the
facts of the case.
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