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End times prophecy within discipleship

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As you’ve noticed, I’ve posted several pieces lately about prophecy—specifically how the modern teachings on prophecy seem to miss obvious issues. I’ve added a section on the site about prophecy. I’ve covered some real problems with the currently popular teachings on the subject: the name of the King; Gog & Megog; the rapture; the three comings; & the millenium crew. Yes, this spat of writing is part of the build up to the release of my apocalyptic … Continue reading →

Gog & Magog: when are they relevant?

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Do not be confused! Refuse to speculate! Gog, of the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal is the subject of endless speculation. This is considered one of the definitive signs of the latter days and the Great Tribulation. A minor note is that it is Magog in Ezekiel and Megog in Revelation—but that’s a quibble. But are they necessary for the coming of the King? No they are not! In fact, scripture seems … Continue reading →

The three comings: baby, king, & judge

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Do not be confused! (Visit the prophecy section of the site) One of the major things that became clear as I studied prophecy was the over-emphasis on “the second coming”. It became very clear that prophecy was talking about three comings at least.What people couldn’t seem to understand was that the prophets wrote what they were given without understanding how everything fit together. Isaiah, for example, clearly did not understand that the phrases that we now call … Continue reading →

Is the rapture really going to happen?

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  Where does this teaching come from? As you can see to the right, the whole concept is rather recent. There is pre-, post-, and mid-tribulation rapture theories. In fact, there are countless theories. They are all theories Scripture is clear in not stating anything definite. The popular view that all true believers will be caught up into the clouds to be with the Lord is strongly stated in I Thessalonians 4: 13-18. However, this passage states … Continue reading →