Prophecy

I remember a time when reading the morning newspaper was a pleasure. Along with buttered toast and a cup of coffee, it was a good way to start the day. After skimming the headlines, I’d read the sports page, laugh at the comics, and sometimes even try the crossword puzzle. After leaving the breakfast table, I didn’t think very much about the news until the next morning, unless … [Read more...] about Finding Hope in the Headlines

I don’t know who first said it, but many Christians have affirmed it over the years: “The Bible says it, I believe it, and that settles it!” From a spiritual and theological point of view, it’s a way of saying that the Bible is the most trustworthy and authoritative source we have. The Bible was inspired by God, so trusting the Bible is equivalent to trusting God. But what … [Read more...] about When the Bible Meets the News of the Day

Like a powerful telescope, the Bible is focused on one central theme, beginning at Genesis. Everything in Scripture supports that theme:Establishing Jesus Christ as the rightful ruler over all of God’s creation. You have no doubt used one of the “mapping” features available on the internet—Google Maps is perhaps the most commonly used. It enables you to focus on a … [Read more...] about Christ's Second Coming in God's Story of Redemption

Written in 1678, Pilgrim’s Progress takes readers on a symbolic journey through the Christian life. The main character, Christian, encounters personalities like Evangelist, Mr. Worldly Wiseman, and Prudence as he travels from the City of Destruction (this world) to the Celestial City (heaven). In the course of his journey, Christian summits the Hill of Difficulty, battles a … [Read more...] about Living Like the Rapture Could Happen Tomorrow

The Rapture of the Church is the next event on God’s prophetic timeline. It is one of the great hopes of the Christian faith, and it is shrouded in mystery. When will it occur? What will it be like? Some wonder where the idea of the Rapture comes from, considering that the word “Rapture” does not appear in English translations.  Eight Bible Passages Regarding Jesus … [Read more...] about Is the Rapture in the Bible?

The Pew Research Center has tracked viable data for years and studied the trends. Their projections are disheartening... But do not despair! There is hope in the headlines. And while what is happening in the church shocks us, it is not a surprise to God. The falling away of the church is prophesied in Scripture and points to the soon return of Christ. And for His own, … [Read more...] about Why Are So Many Quitting Christianity?

You may remember the television newscaster who had one of the most memorable sign-off lines in American broadcasting: Walter Cronkite, who would end the CBS Evening News by saying, “And that’s the way it is.” … [Read more...] about The Rest of the Story: The Hope of Bible Prophecy

In a yellowed article from the 1881 collection of The Sailor’s Magazine, I came across this quote: “Christians are but travelers,—Jesus was the way-maker. They but pathfinders,—He the path itself…. While others played, he worked. While they slept, he prayed. While they scorned, he blessed.”1 In the world of sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Europe, a waymaker was the person … [Read more...] about Newsmakers vs. Way Maker

Someone once said that Christians treat the book of Revelation like the priest and the Levite treated the wounded man in the parable of the Good Samaritan. They pass by it on the other side. Some avoid prophecy because it seems difficult to understand. Others feel too overwhelmed by the present to think about the future. Some pastors have never even preached from the book of … [Read more...] about 6 Benefits of Studying Bible Prophecy

In the Olivet Discourse, Jesus explained that a surge of false prophets, wars, famines, and diseases would indicate the end of the world is drawing near. A cursory look around our globe suggests these signs have already begun to materialize. The COVID-19 pandemic, food shortages, massive inflation, and the Ukraine invasion are just a few examples. Although these events are mere … [Read more...] about What Are the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse?

We are closer to the end of the world than ever before. That might be an obvious statement, but even many who don’t believe in the Bible will tell you the world will one day end and that we are getting closer to that time. We don’t know when the time will come, but the Rapture will be the triggering event. I believe the Church, those who have placed their faith in Jesus as … [Read more...] about Are We Living in the Apocalypse?

Know how to survive a dirty bomb? How to start a fire using a glass bottle? How to preserve food? Have you stockpiled cans of beans and tins of meat? Do you own a solar-powered flashlight? How about your contact list—do you have a hard copy in case our electronics crash? What about a first aid kit and toolbox? Have you studied wild mushrooms and edible insects? Know how to … [Read more...] about Should Christians Be Doomsday Preppers?

In a recent scholarly paper, scientist Phil Torres concluded that many experts who study existential threats to the globe agree that the probability of doom is higher today than ever before in history. Torres wrote, “From nuclear weapons to killer drones to designer pathogens, humanity is acquiring much more efficient methods of bringing down civilization.”1 Wow! If that’s … [Read more...] about The HOPE We Find in Bible Prophecy

The Bible Predicts Jesus’ Return According to the Bible, Christ will return to defeat Satan—the Great Dragon—and commence His one-thousand-year reign on earth at the end of the Tribulation. He will make right all the wrongs in our world. While there is much we will not know until it takes place, Scripture gives us many details about the Second Coming. Let’s examine what the … [Read more...] about What the Bible Says About Christ’s Second Coming

  Elizabeth II was 27 years old when she was crowned queen in Westminster Abbey. When Adolf Hitler was elected president of Germany, he was 45. Winston Churchill’s first term as prime minister of the United Kingdom began when he was 65. At age 78, Joe Biden became the 46th U.S. President. Like every other world leader, the Antichrist will ascend to power as an adult, … [Read more...] about Is the Antichrist Alive Today?

Anyone who pays careful attention to Scripture has a bittersweet relationship with current affairs. It seems that each day brings news of turmoil, wars, diseases, economic collapse, and heartache. Even so, these disasters indicate that Jesus’ Second Coming is drawing near. Like Jesus’ disciples (Matthew 24:3), we wonder what is in store for this world. What will happen? … [Read more...] about The Revelation Prophecy Timeline

When we read the headlines, it is not hard to see that our world is on a downward slide. Political tensions, natural disasters, and disease outbreaks are escalating.  More and more professed believers seem to be falling away from the faith. It has caused many people to wonder whether these events are part of biblical prophecy. I can say with certainty that we are closer … [Read more...] about 4 Signs of the End Times

P. T. Barnum was an American showman of the nineteenth century who captivated American audiences with elaborate hoaxes that earned him a reputation as the “Prince of Humbugs.” He didn’t consider his shows to be underhanded because his audiences were willing participants in his ruses. In Barnum’s words, “The people like to be humbugged.” Jump to an Article … [Read more...] about What Does 666 Mean?

Predicting the future is big business. One source estimates the national psychic industry to be a $2 billion a year business. While it’s easy to understand the desire for a glimpse into the future, there is only one source of reliable prophecy, and that is God’s Word. With free online versions and affordable printed copies, the Bible contains invaluable information about our … [Read more...] about What Is the Great White Throne Judgment in Revelation?

As history hurtles toward the Last Days, we find ourselves trying to navigate through an increasingly hostile world. Politics are dividing our country and even our churches. People are becoming more cold-hearted, selfish, and angry. We are experiencing a breakdown that feels irreversible. Our problems do not have simple solutions, but we can find guidance in Scripture. Jump … [Read more...] about Bible Prophecy and the Current Political Divide

Our world is changing and not for the better. Natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and political tensions are escalating. In many countries, personal freedoms are eroding. Common courtesy is becoming increasingly uncommon. Greed and materialism are ever-present. All indications suggest that we may be standing at the precipice of the End Times. No matter our … [Read more...] about Bible Prophecy FAQs From Dr. David Jeremiah

The Rapture is perhaps the most important piece of prophecy for us to understand since it could very well impact us personally. This Bible study will help you examine what the Rapture is, defend it biblically, and explain its personal and practical importance. In summary, the Rapture is an event where all who have put their trust in Christ, living and deceased, will … [Read more...] about What Is the Rapture?

Why would anyone agree to be marked with a number that has evil implications? Even people who have never read the Bible are generally uneasy with the number 666 because of the press it receives. Films and novels use it to invoke terror and mystery. Some even make jokes about the mark, but Satan’s demonic activity is no laughing matter.   So why will the world … [Read more...] about Why Would Anyone Accept the Mark of the Beast?

We are closer to the End Times than ever before. While that might be an obvious statement, many who don’t believe in the Bible acknowledge that the world will end and that we are getting closer to that day. It’s a reality that is both fascinating and frightening. One of the best ways to come to terms with earth’s final days is to study biblical prophecy. If you wonder about the … [Read more...] about 11 Answers to Questions About the End Times

Could we be living in the Last Days? Everywhere we look, prophetic signs are appearing. But by exploring biblical prophecy, we can discover God’s purpose for the chaos around us. • We Are Moving Toward a One-World Government • Freedom Is Eroding • It’s Time to Live by Biblical Conviction • Ten Precursors of the Tribulation Are Evident Today • We Can Live With Confidence in the … [Read more...] about Connecting Bible Prophecy and Current Events

From the prophets of Baal who challenged Elijah on Mount Carmel to cult leader David Koresh, the world has known its share of false prophets. And the Bible says more will come. During the second half of the Tribulation, Satan will empower a false prophet to deceive the world into worshiping the Antichrist. We do not know when the Rapture and subsequent Tribulation will occur, … [Read more...] about The False Prophet in the Book of Revelation

Our culture has embraced the idea of suffering for a cause, but it has cheapened the concept of martyrdom in the process. Terms like social change martyr, digital martyr, work martyr, and political martyr have expanded the meaning of martyr to include any inconvenience resulting from expressing an opinion. But to understand just how bad the Tribulation will be, we need to know … [Read more...] about How Bad Will the Tribulation Be?

According to biblical prophecy, the Tribulation is a seven-year period that will begin immediately following the Rapture. Evil will spread without restraint. The diseases, natural disasters, wars, and devastation we see in our world today are but a taste of the atrocities to come. Toward the end, the Antichrist will sit at the center of the Tribulation’s evil as he personifies … [Read more...] about What Is the Tribulation?

Do you want to see a miracle? Are you sure? During the Tribulation, three terrifying miracles—plagues—will warn the world of God’s impending judgment. • Three Kinds of Plague During the Tribulation • Three Reasons for the Tribulation Plagues Miracles have always been rare. In all history, there have been three great epics of miraculous signs, and these were separated from … [Read more...] about What Are the 3 Tribulation Plagues?

According to a study by the American Judicature Society, eyewitnesses correctly identify suspects 87.8% of the time. This 12.2% margin of error provides one explanation for why Old Testament law required the testimony of two or three witnesses to prosecute a crime—one witness could be mistaken or even lie; two or three witnesses are not likely to be wrong (Numbers 35:30; … [Read more...] about The Two Witnesses in the Book of Revelation

From the World Wars...to the Cold War...to the current ongoing war in Ukraine, the name “Russia” has increasingly appeared in headline after headline, often at the center of so many of our most troubling global news stories. These are just a few I’ve clipped while scrolling my newsfeed recently: But I’m sure you can think of many more you’ve seen blaring across your TV … [Read more...] about Russia’s Role in End-Times Prophecy

Ever since COVID-19 made headlines in March 2020, the scientific community has been working around the clock to understand and treat this deadly disease. Thanks to their efforts, we know a lot more now than we did then. Many schools and businesses have reopened, and several vaccines are available. Life is beginning to feel more predictable. And yet, there is another layer to … [Read more...] about Q&A: The COVID Vaccine and the End Times

Of all God’s covenant promises to Abraham, I believe the most amazing is His promise concerning the land. God told Abraham to leave his country, his family, and his father’s house and go “to a land that I will show you” (Gen. 12:1). God then led Abraham to the land that would belong to his descendants forever. The Promised Land Is Larger Than Modern Israel The land … [Read more...] about Israel: What Did God Promise to Abraham?

Sitting like giant golf balls on the bleak Yorkshire moors of northern England are dozens of strange globes protected by sophisticated security fences. Known as Project Echelon, this is one of the world’s most secret intelligence operations. It’s located at Menwith Hill, a Royal Air Force station eight miles from the English town of Harrogate, and it is the largest … [Read more...] about 5 Signs of Christ's Return

David Jeremiah’s Guide to Living in the Last Days Are Australia’s Fires a Sign of the Last Days? Earthquakes are shaking, fires are raging, hurricanes are obliterating, tornadoes are spinning—humanitarian organizations today are often hard pressed to provide food to countries and cities affected by the destruction of natural disasters and their aftermath. This is … [Read more...] about The Prophetic Times Report

About 2,500 years ago, the Jewish prophet Daniel received a panoramic revelation from God that revealed the sweep of world history from his own day up until a future time when Jesus Christ returns to establish His eternal kingdom. This revelation about the future came in the form of two dreams. One dream is recorded in the second chapter of Daniel, and it is a dream of the … [Read more...] about Globalism and Europe's Role in Bible Prophecy

Prophecy fascinates us because it points to something beyond our physical world and reminds us of God’s hand at work in creation. Ecclesiastes 3:11 says that God has “set eternity in the human heart” (NIV). We yearn to discover eternity because we were created for it (John 3:16). Everything that can be known about the future is revealed through Old and New Testament … [Read more...] about Understanding Old and New Testament Prophecy

In the United States, there were approximately 1.7 million new cases of cancer diagnosed in 2018.1 Globally, there were at least 25 ongoing, armed conflicts with vast humanitarian, political, and economic consequences.2 In 2016, 815 million people were undernourished.3 Many people look at these statistics of human suffering and wonder where God is in all of this. Does He see … [Read more...] about What Is Prophecy?

There are at least five critical issues facing our world today. What does the modern nation of Israel have to do with the End Times? How should Christians respond to a world overrun by rampant violence and militant Islam? Does the Bible give us insight into Russia’s resurgence on the world stage? What can be known about how the Rapture and End … [Read more...] about 5 Critical Issues Facing Our World

The history of the world has been altered frequently by the flow of secret intelligence and vital information. For thousands of years, informants have played a crucial role in the destinies of nations. The End Times are no different. Today we’ll meet three men whose inside information has helped to prepare the way for earth’s final days. Whenever I visit the Holy Land, I … [Read more...] about Solve the Mystery of Revelation Through Daniel and John

Warning! Watching the news could trouble your heart. We’ve never had so many sources of breaking news beamed nonstop into our homes and phones, and most of the stories leave us perplexed and disheartened. Who could imagine times like these? Political upheaval. Global terrorism. Mass killings. Rogue states. Economic peril. Rampant secularism. Worldwide pandemics. Racism. … [Read more...] about Why Study Revelation?