Bible Prophecy On End Times
Volumes of information about Bible prophecy on end times is available to visitors in bookstores. Many consider end times prophecy one of the most fascinating in the entire Bible! This is one reason why the subject is so prolific in the stores. Another reason many books are written about the end times, is because understanding prophecy is very difficult. Viewpoints abound from those who have many degrees and years of experience, to those who have been in the ministry a short while. Much of the writings in Daniel and Revelation can be understood, and much of it is cloudy due to the many visions John experiences. Those visions could be literal descriptions, or Johns best effort to describe happenings in his dreams that he could not understand, due to the fact that they occur so far into the future.
Each contemporary author who writes about end times prophecy has a different reason for producing an article, sermon or book. Some may focus on one aspect of prophecy in particular, such as when Christians will be caught up to be with Christ when He finally comes back to judge the Earth. This is often referred to as the rapture. Popular paperback books by a famous clergyman have been written about those who will be left behind when the rapture occurs. These books look at Bible prophecy on end times from a dispensational point of view. That is, many Christians have been taught that the book of Revelation is divided up into different "dispensations" or times in history wherein certain judgments are carried out upon the earth. Dispensational Christians believe that saints will be taken off the Earth and spared from the trials to come upon the Earth. Other Christians believe that the saints will go through the tribulation, because God has never prevented Christians from experiencing tribulation and persecution. In fact, in the letter to the church in Ephesus, referenced in Chapter 2, verse 10 of Revelation, God says "Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life".
Other Christian writers who focus on Bible prophecy on end times enjoy writing about what is referred to as the post-millennial viewpoint. Post-millennialism states that today's Christians are already living in the period following the millennium, which is described in the Bible as the period of time coming after Christ returns to judge the Earth. Some Christians don't believe there will be a millennial period at all. This is referred to as millennialism. However, the majority of Christians believe the time we live in right now is the pre-millennial period, or the time before the millennium occurs.
One cannot escape the study of Bible prophecy on end times without discussion the Great Tribulation. During the Great Tribulation, there will be a time of trouble on the Earth like no one has ever seen or experienced since the beginning of man's time on the Earth. Judgments are poured out on the Earth, people will be cursing God because of them, and many will come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. A one-world government will be organized and all people will be caused to receive a mark in their forehead or hand, without which they can neither buy nor sell. It isn't hard to conceive of this today, because politicians continually talk about a one-world government that is quickly coming. Also, corporations are developing the technology needed to "mark" people with their individual information in the form of implanted electronic chips placed under the skin. This will serve as the sole means of electronic funds transfers and no currency will be needed. Without the chip, no one will be able to buy or sell. This technology is currently being used to identify criminals in some places, and for identification of pets and livestock. It won't be long before this is transferred to people.
Sermons from the Bible on end times prophecy are expounded from pulpits in order to warn non-Christians about the doom about to befall them if Christ's free gift of salvation isn't received. If a person is open to receiving the truth, most likely they will not be turned aside by this information. Some call it the "turn or burn" message. People who are offended by this type of message will turn away, but a small seed of interest may be planted in their hearts. Hopefully this is the case. However, the Christian is to tell the good news, not force people to listen to it. God will draw those to Himself who are predestined to receive it. While He is not willing for anyone to die in their sins, He also made mankind with a free will, to make up their own minds. God doesn't want to force anyone to accept Him, but that they would worship Him freely, with a joyful heart. Those who are already Christians can benefit from messages on end times prophecy to check themselves to be sure they are ready for His return. Many believe this will occur in the near future - perhaps in our lifetime.
Studying Bible prophecy on end times will always reveal something new the Christian student has never seen before, if the Holy Spirit chooses to reveal it. One thing is certain, the outcome has already been decided, and the decision is for victory over Satan, culminating in the eternal reign of Christ on the new Earth. You won't find an ending in a book more exciting than that!
Each contemporary author who writes about end times prophecy has a different reason for producing an article, sermon or book. Some may focus on one aspect of prophecy in particular, such as when Christians will be caught up to be with Christ when He finally comes back to judge the Earth. This is often referred to as the rapture. Popular paperback books by a famous clergyman have been written about those who will be left behind when the rapture occurs. These books look at Bible prophecy on end times from a dispensational point of view. That is, many Christians have been taught that the book of Revelation is divided up into different "dispensations" or times in history wherein certain judgments are carried out upon the earth. Dispensational Christians believe that saints will be taken off the Earth and spared from the trials to come upon the Earth. Other Christians believe that the saints will go through the tribulation, because God has never prevented Christians from experiencing tribulation and persecution. In fact, in the letter to the church in Ephesus, referenced in Chapter 2, verse 10 of Revelation, God says "Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life".
Other Christian writers who focus on Bible prophecy on end times enjoy writing about what is referred to as the post-millennial viewpoint. Post-millennialism states that today's Christians are already living in the period following the millennium, which is described in the Bible as the period of time coming after Christ returns to judge the Earth. Some Christians don't believe there will be a millennial period at all. This is referred to as millennialism. However, the majority of Christians believe the time we live in right now is the pre-millennial period, or the time before the millennium occurs.
One cannot escape the study of Bible prophecy on end times without discussion the Great Tribulation. During the Great Tribulation, there will be a time of trouble on the Earth like no one has ever seen or experienced since the beginning of man's time on the Earth. Judgments are poured out on the Earth, people will be cursing God because of them, and many will come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. A one-world government will be organized and all people will be caused to receive a mark in their forehead or hand, without which they can neither buy nor sell. It isn't hard to conceive of this today, because politicians continually talk about a one-world government that is quickly coming. Also, corporations are developing the technology needed to "mark" people with their individual information in the form of implanted electronic chips placed under the skin. This will serve as the sole means of electronic funds transfers and no currency will be needed. Without the chip, no one will be able to buy or sell. This technology is currently being used to identify criminals in some places, and for identification of pets and livestock. It won't be long before this is transferred to people.
Sermons from the Bible on end times prophecy are expounded from pulpits in order to warn non-Christians about the doom about to befall them if Christ's free gift of salvation isn't received. If a person is open to receiving the truth, most likely they will not be turned aside by this information. Some call it the "turn or burn" message. People who are offended by this type of message will turn away, but a small seed of interest may be planted in their hearts. Hopefully this is the case. However, the Christian is to tell the good news, not force people to listen to it. God will draw those to Himself who are predestined to receive it. While He is not willing for anyone to die in their sins, He also made mankind with a free will, to make up their own minds. God doesn't want to force anyone to accept Him, but that they would worship Him freely, with a joyful heart. Those who are already Christians can benefit from messages on end times prophecy to check themselves to be sure they are ready for His return. Many believe this will occur in the near future - perhaps in our lifetime.
Studying Bible prophecy on end times will always reveal something new the Christian student has never seen before, if the Holy Spirit chooses to reveal it. One thing is certain, the outcome has already been decided, and the decision is for victory over Satan, culminating in the eternal reign of Christ on the new Earth. You won't find an ending in a book more exciting than that!
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