Not to escape the reach of the antichrist means not to experience the deliverance of the Lord Jesus at His return. This is because, apart from the Holy Spirit, we cannot experience the heart change that is essential for every heaven-bound soul.
Read MoreThese who escape will have the same experience of deliverance and rescue as God’s people who are written in the book. So, who are they?
Read MoreThe Glorious Land has proven to be a blessed land indeed. Despite its flaws, it is recognized the world over as the greatest nation in the history of planet earth. It was the sovereign hand of God that opened this land, known as a haven or refuge for those suffering persecution.
Read MoreOur great God desires for us to understand that Bible prophecy is being fulfilled, so that we can be confirmed and established on His sure word of prophecy —having faith and confidence in that word.
Read MoreLet’s pause and allow the Bible to furnish the meaning behind these seemingly archaic terms.
Read MoreThe third and final phase of Rome is taking shape before our eyes. Healed papal Rome will fully emerge onto the world stage; even now we see this taking shape.
Read MoreThis historical item of prophetic fulfillment is perfectly matched to its prophecy. It is just one of many “anchors” that provide placement in the biblical timeline. Such practical elements not only build our faith; they also provide perspective to guide our understanding of events.
Read MoreThey recognized the necessity of introducing some kind of worship. But they were very careful not to create a movement that would foster the development of spiritual character or devotion to God.
Read MoreJust as in Jesus’ day and during the Dark Ages, the religious authorities never actually carried out executions. Religious leaders were “judge and jury”, followed by the civil authority who played the role of executioner.
Read MoreWith total dependence on God’s grace, ordinary men, women, and children were His instruments for keeping the everlasting gospel alive in the world—even as the established church, in its waywardness, sought to obliterate it.
Read MoreThe daily elements of the Christian life included the study of Scripture, talking with the Lord through prayer, and alertness to the spiritual needs of others (witnessing opportunities). Jesus emphasized these things….
Read MoreThis power, known for its pompous words, took extensive measures to obliterate the truth of the heavenly sanctuary: the risen Christ continues His saving ministry on our behalf in His heavenly sanctuary fortress. But the Antichrist power works to intercept the truth of God’s word and prevent our understanding of Christ’s ongoing ministry . . .
Read MoreIt began with the church’s compromise with paganism. But even before that, the door to pagan teachings was opened by those who left their first love.
Read MoreThe themes of God’s covenant and the Prince of the covenant are found throughout Daniel’s book. Daniel also writes of spiritual opposition to the covenant in high places.
Read MoreRemember that Jesus is at the center of all history. He is the only One who can save us and transform our lives; He is the genuine One whom we must know as Savior and Lord in order to recognize and resist the counterfeit . . .
Read MoreToday’s opening verse hones in on an event in history that “rocked” our world.
Read MoreDeveloping unholy alliances worldwide is a specialty of the Antichrist power. Thus, we have four mentions of this power that works against God’s holy covenant. The number four often symbolizes the world and/or worldliness.
Read MoreBoth disciples sinned grievously: one by betrayal and the other by denial. Who is to say which is worse? The same Holy Spirit had pled with both men.
Read MoreBecause God gifted every person with their own will to choose, those who choose to respond will find that their hearts are softened and receptive to the life-transforming message.
Read MoreMany doors that he knocked on got no answer, and others who were at home shrugged it off with no interest. Toward the end of a long, hot day he began to tell himself that . . .
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