L. A. Marzulli was recently on Prophecy Watchers talking about what he is mainly known for: the UFO phenomenon (see video below). When I say I agree with him on UFO's, I am speaking generally in that genuine UFO phenomenon is demonic in origin. … [Continue reading] about I agree with L. A. Marzulli’s View of UFOs, BUT, and this is a big BUT. . .
I agree with L. A. Marzulli’s View of UFOs, BUT, and this is a big BUT. . .
Petra – Creed (Lyrics)
May you hold steadfast to this creed, even to the point of the Antichrist's sword. … [Continue reading] about Petra – Creed (Lyrics)
Why the second coming of Jesus is so offensive to many . . .
If you want to offend someone, tell them they are a sinner in need of the savior Jesus. If you really want to offend someone, tell them that Jesus is returning to disrupt their routine. The gospel is about the good news of Jesus's first and … [Continue reading] about Why the second coming of Jesus is so offensive to many . . .
Why should I expect the Antichrist to arrive this generation?
I thought I made it clear in yesterday's post why I believe this. But let me answer and clarify it again. I believe this for the same reason why I expect Jesus to arrive this generation. If we think that the Antichrist could not meaningfully … [Continue reading] about Why should I expect the Antichrist to arrive this generation?
Why We Should Expect the Antichrist to Arrive THIS Generation
Premise 1: The Bible teaches that Jesus can return during any generation (e.g. Matt 24:36–25:30). Premise 2: The Bible teaches that the Antichrist will arrive before Jesus's return (e.g. 2 Thess 2:8). Conclusion: Therefore, the church should … [Continue reading] about Why We Should Expect the Antichrist to Arrive THIS Generation
How Do We Know that the Events of the Great Tribulation Begin at Matt 24:9 and Not 24:15?
I am asked if the events in Matt 24:9–14 portray events throughout church history or during the future seven-year period. “Then they will hand you over to be persecuted and will kill you. You will be hated by all the nations because of my name. Then … [Continue reading] about How Do We Know that the Events of the Great Tribulation Begin at Matt 24:9 and Not 24:15?
Any Discussion on Who Is the Restrainer in 2 Thess 2 Must Contend with—Not Ignore—Colin Nicholl’s Research
Recently, there have been radio programs discussing the referent to the apostle Paul's mention of a "restrainer." What is baffling is that these programs have completely ignored Colin Nicholl's research on the evidence of Michael being the … [Continue reading] about Any Discussion on Who Is the Restrainer in 2 Thess 2 Must Contend with—Not Ignore—Colin Nicholl’s Research
Helpful Commentaries on the Gospel of Matthew (e.g. the Olivet Discourse)
Yesterday, I wrote up an article explaining why I cannot recommend any commentaries on the Gospel of Matthew on the Olivet Discourse in Matt 24–25. That being said, I mentioned that I have benefited from commentaries, in this case with respect to … [Continue reading] about Helpful Commentaries on the Gospel of Matthew (e.g. the Olivet Discourse)
Issues of Interpretation and Commentary on Matthew 24–25 – Jesus’s Olivet Discourse
I am asked frequently if I can recommend a commentary on Matthew's Olivet Discourse. The problem is that (1) many commentaries on Matthew, in particular chapters 24–25, come from a historicist view, an interpretation that skews Matthew's message and … [Continue reading] about Issues of Interpretation and Commentary on Matthew 24–25 – Jesus’s Olivet Discourse
The state of America in ONE word. . .
Ingrates. This is my social-theological commentary on the state of the nation. I have never posted on politics before on this website and I don't intend to, so don't construe this post as political. It is not intended to be so. The state of … [Continue reading] about The state of America in ONE word. . .
Why the prewrath position is not going away. . .
I want to comment on some encouraging observations regarding prewrath in recent years. I have seen the prewrath position become the fastest growing eschatological position in evangelical circles. It has been around for three decades, but it took … [Continue reading] about Why the prewrath position is not going away. . .