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‘Kingdom Now’: A Popular Phrase Built On Crumbling Early Kingdoms And A Severe Misunderstanding Of Scripture

Not even the church—beloved as it is by God and as much as it strives to serve Him—is a fulfillment of God’s promise to establish His physical Kingdom here on Earth. We’re playing on Satan’s turf. Right now, the world is his domain (1 John 5:19). As Jesus said, we are in this world, but not of it (John 17:14–19). This is not our home. Scripture makes clear reference to the physical nature of God’s coming Kingdom. It will begin when Jesus comes again and stands on the Mount of Olives, the very spot from which He ascended to heaven after His resurrection. In that day, the Lord will be recognized as the rightful King over all the earth, over all His creation which He purposed to be part of His Kingdom since time began (Zechariah 14:9; Obadiah v. 21).

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Nothing Looms Larger In The Future Of Believers Than Jesus’ Coming—And Nothing Is More Ignored

You don’t have to deny or even question the truth of Christ’s return to miss the point of it. Many believers acknowledge that Christ will come back someday but refuse to allow His impending return to influence their daily actions and decisions. So, instead of preparing for His return and making sure their lives align with His will, they choose to do things that are wrong. They know what the Bible says but choose to ignore it. They play around with sin. They try to have their cake and eat it, too, by living as they please in the present, reasoning that they can repent in the future.

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‘The Supreme Judge Of The World’: America Doesn’t Need ‘Social Justice’… It Needs Biblical Justice

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Nothing Looms Larger In The Future Of Believers Than Jesus’ Coming—And Nothing Is More Ignored

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‘The Supreme Judge Of The World’: America Doesn’t Need ‘Social Justice’… It Needs Biblical Justice

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‘Kingdom Now’: A Popular Phrase Built On Crumbling Early Kingdoms And A Severe Misunderstanding Of Scripture

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Doom And Gloom: Apprehension Toward Bible Prophecy Is Built On A Profound Misunderstanding

Doom and gloom? That’s how many think of the book of Revelation. Oftentimes, Christians shy away from the study of prophecy because they believe it is too complex or irrelevant to spend time examining. But this is not true. Revelation gives us insight into things that will come to pass and helps us understand the things that are happening in our world. It gives us heavenly insight on what the future holds and changes our perspective as we go through our everyday lives.

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The Assertion That Bible Prophecy Is ‘Tertiary’ Has Caused Considerable Damage Within The Body Of Christ

Doom And Gloom: Apprehension Toward Bible Prophecy Is Built On A Profound Misunderstanding

The Assertion That Bible Prophecy Is ‘Tertiary’ Has Caused Considerable Damage Within The Body Of Christ

‘The Word Of Our God Stands Forever’: A Goldmine Of Prophetic Truth About Jesus On Display In Israel

Institutionalizing The Abandonment Of God: A Biblical Example Of How Christians Should Respond To Societal Rejection Of Truth

The Importance Of Apologetics: Are We Ready To Give An Answer For The Hope And Truthfulness Of Scripture?

Prophecy Is The Bible’s Built-In Certificate Of Divine Authenticity

Do Conservative Americans Crave Temporary Political Blessings More Than They Crave Jesus?

America’s Greatest Need Has Never Rested In Politics Alone—It Has Always Been Spiritual

In-Depth: Safeguarding Freedom—A Biblical Model For Defending Our Civic And Religious Rights

Jan Markell: Is Israel’s Spiritual Blindness A Reason For Christians To Reject Them?

Removing, Adding, And Twisting: Three Incorrect Approaches To Biblical Prophecy With Disastrous Consequences

Global Tensions Expose The Vast Contrast Between Human Hope And God’s Promises

Two Options Are Laid Before Every Person… And The Stakes Are Eternal

Believers Are Never More Useful To God And Dangerous To Satan Than When They Are Bold And Courageous In Prayer

In-Depth: Scripture Is Clear, The World Is Heading Toward The Tribulation

In-Depth: How Will You Respond To The Book of Revelation’s Warning?

Why I Am Compelled To Share The Truth Of God’s Word To The ‘Ends Of The Earth’

Why Revelation Matters: God Alone Can Foretell The Future And He Does So With 100 Percent Accuracy

The Spread Of The Gospel During The World’s Darkest Hour

Behind The Headlines, The Gospel Is Spreading Into Every Corner Of The Earth With Its Message Of Triumph

The Future That Awaits The Middle East: The Superhighway Of The Millennial Kingdom

Franklin Graham: Misinterpreting God’s Timeless Promises To The Nation Of Israel And The Jewish People

Never Before Has The Word Of God Been So Readily Available… And Neglected

How Will Israel Change When Jesus Inaugurates The Millennial Kingdom?

Jan Markell: The Last 100 Years Of Falling For Leftists Has Prepared The Jewish People For Great Deception

St. Patrick Day Is Not About Luck, It’s About The Power Of The Gospel

Behold, God’s Plan Of Redemption And The Future Reign Of Jesus Christ

Roll Your Eyes All You Want… The Rapture Is Real

An Analysis Of Jeremiah’s Elam Prophecy: Currently Unfolding Or Fulfilled In history?

In-Depth: Our Works Tried By Fire — Understanding The Judgment Seat of Christ

Jan Markell: Ten Prominent Markers Of Jesus’ Soon Return

Outdated?: Tucker Carlson Jokes That The Old Testament Should Be Rewritten

The Israel Test: A Revealing And Dividing Line In The Modern Church

From Ancient Persia To Modern Iran: Examining Today’s War Through The Lens Of The Book Of Esther

The Blessed Hope: Why the Rapture Should Be Every Christian’s Ultimate Anticipation

Is Bible Prophecy Irrelevant To Our Walk With God?

Replacement Theology’s Gospel Repellent Vs The Jews Most Unflinching Friends

Christ Could Return At Any Time And People Have A Choice: Get Right… Or Get Left

When A Nation Forgets That Liberty Is Meant For Service To God, It Loses The Purpose Of Freedom

Politics And The Church: The Stunning Biblical Backing For Christian Influence On Government

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‘The Word Of Our God Stands Forever’: A Goldmine Of Prophetic Truth About Jesus On Display In Israel

One of the most significant discoveries in the history of humanity took place in late 1946, early 1947. It was done by a Bedouin shepherd in the area of Qumran, in Southern Israel. A collection of well-preserved manuscripts was discovered, and it suddenly pushed back the earliest Old Testament manuscript copies by more than 1,000 years. Before that discovery, the earliest manuscripts dated back to the 10th Century CE (Masoretic text). The Dead Sea Scrolls (DSS) took us back to the period between the 3rd and 1st centuries BCE, but the story doesn't end there. When all fragments were found, gathered, and organized, scholars came to realize that, except for Esther, every single book of the Hebrew Bible was present in part or almost in full.

Institutionalizing The Abandonment Of God: A Biblical Example Of How Christians Should Respond To Societal Rejection Of Truth

Abandoning truth is nothing new. It’s been around since the serpent deceived Eve with the question, “Did God really say…?” (see Genesis 3:1). What’s surprising is that despite the millennia which have passed, Satan’s methods of deception have not greatly changed. Elijah, one of the greatest prophets of the Old Testament. He was not the kind of guy you’d ever hear say to a group of listeners, “Let me tell you my truth.” Despite Elijah living 2,800 years ago, it’s amazing how similar many of the issues he faced in his world were to the ones we face today.

The Importance Of Apologetics: Are We Ready To Give An Answer For The Hope And Truthfulness Of Scripture?

No one can reason someone else into faith. It is ultimately a matter of the heart, the will, and God’s sovereignly perfect activity. But it can be demonstrated that our Christian faith is anchored to reality. Ours is a faith based on logic, fact, history, and truth.

Prophecy Is The Bible’s Built-In Certificate Of Divine Authenticity

Bible prophecy is the one line of evidence God wrote down in advance so anyone could check it. About 28 percent of the Bible was prophecy when it was written, roughly 80 percent of it has already been fulfilled to the exact detail, and the fulfillment rate on everything past is 100 percent. That track record is what makes fulfilled prophecy the most compelling reason to trust that the Bible is from God. Anyone can write a religious book that tells you what to believe. Only One who stands outside of time can tell you what is going to happen a hundred, five hundred, a thousand years from now, and then have it happen exactly the way He said.

Do Conservative Americans Crave Temporary Political Blessings More Than They Crave Jesus?

Especially during the country’s 250th anniversary year, many Christians have fervently prayed for this nation. I, too, am burdened by the sin rotting America from within. I have loved ones who need to be saved. I see churches struggling to survive. I see Christians who aren’t walking closely with the Lord like they once did. I see neighborhoods destroyed by sin. Add to that the sheer insanity and unbridled brokenness filling this nation because its citizens are pursuing their own lusts. Oh, what a burden it is to ponder these realities! It is right to take them to God in prayer. I do, and will continue to pray over these things. However, I’m concerned that some Christians might be praying with the wrong motivation.

America’s Greatest Need Has Never Rested In Politics Alone—It Has Always Been Spiritual

As America passed the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, many were asking an important question: What has become of the American Dream? To mark this historic milestone, Elon University in North Carolina conducted a nationwide survey examining how Americans view their nation, its government, and its future. Polls can fluctuate with current events and political climates, but they often reveal something deeper: the hopes, fears, and convictions of ordinary citizens. This survey paints a sobering picture.

In-Depth: Safeguarding Freedom—A Biblical Model For Defending Our Civic And Religious Rights

Since religious freedom has been a hot-button social issue and is more and more frequently covered in secular and Christian news media outlets, we sometimes are asked these questions. Does the Bible address religious freedom, and, if so, what does it say and where? The Apostle Paul (and his traveling companions on various mission trips) is perhaps the most notable example of a biblical figure who suffered religious persecution and also on occasion stood up for his religious liberty. It is interesting that Paul did so in a government that had some similarities to Western nations.

Jan Markell: Is Israel’s Spiritual Blindness A Reason For Christians To Reject Them?

Ezekiel 36 emphasizes that when the Jews return to the land, they will do so in unbelief. There will be spiritual regeneration much later! The dry bones of Ezekiel 37 reflect a lack of breath or spiritual life. God states he is gathering them back “not for your sake but for my holy name’s sake,” because their presence among the nations caused his name to be profaned. Ezekiel 36 promises that once back in the land, God will cleanse them, give them a new spirit, and cause them to walk in his statutes. But much later.

Removing, Adding, And Twisting: Three Incorrect Approaches To Biblical Prophecy With Disastrous Consequences

All three of these approaches to Bible prophecy are monumentally dangerous (Rev. 22:19). God means what He says, and says what He means. While many venture into these positions out of ignorance, or the blind trust in a particular denomination, we must all understand our responsibility to rightly divide God’s Word, examining it with clarity and discernment. Bible Prophecy was lovingly given by God for a purpose. When we remove it, add to it, and twist it, we are making a significant mistake—one that not only affects our personal understanding, rewards in eternity, and walk with the Lord, but also our witness to the unsaved world.

Global Tensions Expose The Vast Contrast Between Human Hope And God’s Promises

In the Bible, hope is closely connected to waiting. Not waiting in the sense that we are still uncertain about the outcome, but steadfastly waiting because we fully expect the outcome God promised in His Word. In other words, man’s definition of hope carries doubt. God’s does not. As such, Biblical hope is a sure foundation upon which we may base our lives, believing that God always keeps His promises.

Two Options Are Laid Before Every Person… And The Stakes Are Eternal

In some situations, the choices seem unlimited. Scripture simplifies our choices down to an either/or, A or B, black or white option: either accept Christ as Savior and Lord OR reject God’s gracious offer of forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life. The choice is yours, but the ramifications are everlasting.

Believers Are Never More Useful To God And Dangerous To Satan Than When They Are Bold And Courageous In Prayer

Citizens from every state in the Union are expected to gather near the Lincoln Memorial to prayerfully give thanks for God’s blessings and providence for the United States since her founding in 1776. Americans will also be praying for God’s ongoing protection and direction for our country as well as seeking His forgiveness for our nation’s many sins.

In-Depth: Scripture Is Clear, The World Is Heading Toward The Tribulation

The choice is yours: will you react or respond to God’s holy, righteous judgment? The Scriptures make it clear that a time of final judgment is coming because of sin. All of us have sinned and the wages (payment) for our sin is death: spiritual death (Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23). We deserve punishment, but God longs for a close personal relationship with each of us and has made a way for us to be right with Him through Jesus. Will you pridefully try to save yourself, or will you call on Jesus to rescue you from God’s eternal wrath and bring you into a relationship with Him?

In-Depth: How Will You Respond To The Book of Revelation’s Warning?

In chapter 6, the narrative takes a dramatic turn. As one after another seal is broken, the action in Heaven unleashes a great calamity on Earth. No longer the meek and mild suffering Servant of Isaiah 53, Christ is now the Worthy One who breaks the seals that send forth riders and catastrophes to inflict great suffering on the Earth. This reality alone does not align with the false prophets of prosperity who proclaim that Jesus would never hurt a fly. The image here is of Jesus exercising the will of the Father to pour out judgment on an unrepentant world devoid of Church Age saints who have been swept up at the Rapture.

Why I Am Compelled To Share The Truth Of God’s Word To The ‘Ends Of The Earth’

I am compelled to share the truth of God’s love, compassion and mercy for sinners because I’ve experienced it myself. Ever since I repented of my sins and surrendered my life to Christ more than 50 years ago, I’ve never been able to ignore or escape the personal responsibility for answering the Apostle Paul’s soul-searching questions in the Book of Romans.

Why Revelation Matters: God Alone Can Foretell The Future And He Does So With 100 Percent Accuracy

Revelation reveals and reaffirms many of the great doctrines of Scripture. Revelation is theologically thick. It displays the sovereignty and holiness of God. It teaches us that God is in control, that He has a plan that He is bringing to fulfillment. It reveals that God alone can foretell the future and that He does so with 100 percent accuracy.

The Spread Of The Gospel During The World’s Darkest Hour

For those who hold a Biblical worldview, it is obvious that mankind’s darkest hour will soon fall upon the world. I speak, of course, of the Tribulation Period. Although God’s undiluted wrath will be poured out upon the earth, what we also bear witness to in the Scriptures is the fact that He will also shine His glorious light on the world as His message of the impending Millennial Kingdom is shared to all people.

Behind The Headlines, The Gospel Is Spreading Into Every Corner Of The Earth With Its Message Of Triumph

As you know, the leaders of Iran adhere to an apocalyptic form of Islam, and they’re doing everything possible to discourage this revival. Anyone suspected of being a Christian is arrested or oppressed. But do you know what’s happening? Plans are unfolding for Billy Graham to preach in Iran! Yes, Dr. Graham’s sermons are being dubbed into Farsi and broadcast into the country. It’s believed his sermons will reach over twenty million Iranians in the safety of their own homes.

The Future That Awaits The Middle East: The Superhighway Of The Millennial Kingdom

Although the Middle East is currently engulfed in war, the superhighway of Isaiah 19 reminds us that in that future time when Jesus rules and reigns as King from Jerusalem, not only will Jew and Arab peacefully co-exist, but they will also worship the true and living God together. This is a powerful reminder of the sovereign work of God, who alone has the power to transform regions of despair into places of worship, honour, and praise. Although the Western world currently likes to speak about normalisation between Israel and Arab countries in this age, true normalisation will only come when all nations recognise that the God of Israel is the true and living God.

Franklin Graham: Misinterpreting God’s Timeless Promises To The Nation Of Israel And The Jewish People

I’ve been troubled by the increasing number of churches and Bible teachers who are misinterpreting God’s timeless promises to the nation of Israel and the Jewish people. This false teaching, called replacement theology, suggests that God’s covenant blessing with the nation of Israel and its allies no longer exists and instead has somehow been reinterpreted to apply only to God’s modern-day fellowship of believers, His church. Nevertheless, a faithful reading of Scripture proves unequivocally that God’s covenant with Abram in Genesis 12:2-3 remains true as ever today

Never Before Has The Word Of God Been So Readily Available… And Neglected

Copies of God’s Word are exceedingly plentiful. Most of us have several Bibles lying around our houses. We can access any Scripture verse from our phones in an instant. We have a privilege that so many believers throughout history could only dream of: holding God’s Word in our hands and reading it regularly. And yet, we frequently neglect this privilege.

How Will Israel Change When Jesus Inaugurates The Millennial Kingdom?

When the Jewish people joyfully acknowledge Jesus as King and He reigns during the Millennial Kingdom, gladness will replace groaning and rejoicing will replace rejection. Enemies will no longer threaten His people, nor will disaster ever strike the nation again. In fact, not only will the remnant rejoice over God but God will rejoice over the remnant.

Jan Markell: The Last 100 Years Of Falling For Leftists Has Prepared The Jewish People For Great Deception

More than once, I have written about the mystery of Jews who seem to support their own demise by voting with, and standing by, those who hate them. Many Jews voted for two anti-Semites – Jimmy Carter and Barack Obama. No two U.S. Presidents did more damage to Israel than these men – yet they got the Jewish vote by and large. I have watched my own Jewish family members who are unbelievers vote Democrat repeatedly and have no explanation for it.

St. Patrick Day Is Not About Luck, It’s About The Power Of The Gospel

You know, a lot of people think of St. Patrick’s Day as just a day for parades, wearing green, and maybe eating some corned beef and cabbage. But the real story of St. Patrick is incredible; there’s actually a spiritual meaning behind St. Patrick’s Day. He wasn’t even Irish—he was actually kidnapped as a teenager and taken to Ireland as a slave. But instead of becoming bitter, he turned to Christ. And after escaping, God called him back to Ireland to bring the gospel to a pagan nation.

Behold, God’s Plan Of Redemption And The Future Reign Of Jesus Christ

In the modern day, we don’t often use the word “behold,” but it is a word that is used repeatedly in the Bible. In fact, between Genesis and Revelation, it is used over 1,000 times, and it functions like a literary finger, drawing specific attention to a person, thing, or situation. As we approach the season during which we remember the death, burial, and resurrection of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, let us take a moment to reflect on what God would have us behold in the Scriptures as it concerns His plan of redemption for mankind and the future reign of Jesus Christ as King of kings and Lord of lords.

Roll Your Eyes All You Want… The Rapture Is Real

Is the Rapture real? There’s always debate around this topic. Let’s start with the obvious: the Rapture sounds crazy. Jesus descends from Heaven, dead people rise from their graves, and living believers are suddenly caught up into the sky—like the world’s strangest episode of “Stranger Things.” Sounds like the stuff your uncle mutters about after three cups of church coffee. Except—the Rapture is right there in Scripture. Paul says it. John says it. Jesus says it.

An Analysis Of Jeremiah’s Elam Prophecy: Currently Unfolding Or Fulfilled In history?

The nation of Elam ceased to exist when it was attacked and absorbed into the Babylonian Empire. It became a province of that empire. It subsequently continued as a province, and not an independent nation, when it became part of the Persian, Greek, and Roman empires. Today, it is a province of Iran. Jeremiah’s prophecy says it will be shattered when it exists as a nation (verse 37). That occurred long ago.

In-Depth: Our Works Tried By Fire — Understanding The Judgment Seat of Christ

Even as Christians, our works will be tried before God, and He will reveal whether we have acquired gold, silver, and precious stones, or whether we've been building and living for wood, hay, and stubble. All the temporal, worthless works will be burned up and reduced to ash.

Jan Markell: Ten Prominent Markers Of Jesus’ Soon Return

A common question in the prophecy community as to our times is, “Why are we still here?” It’s a good question. With the rapid convergence of so many last days’ signs, we should be filled with hopeful expectation of Jesus’ return. In 2026, watch the following. They are just ten prominent markers as to how late it is.

Outdated?: Tucker Carlson Jokes That The Old Testament Should Be Rewritten

In his quest to discredit Israel as God’s chosen nation, Tucker Carlson recently joked that the Old Testament should be updated and rewritten. Because of podcasters like Tucker, Israel—ethnically, theologically, and politically—has become part of a larger debate in the media on U.S. foreign policy. Therefore, the Old Testament is frequently targeted because of Israel’s central role in it. But what does God’s Word plainly say about the Old Testament?

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Skip Heitzig: The Christian Walk Is Not Just Coming Forward Or Raising A Hand—It’s A Daily Manner Of Life

When Paul used the word walk, he was referring to lifestyle. The Christian walk is not just coming forward, raising a hand, or acknowledging a certain belief system—it’s a daily manner of life.

Greg Laurie: ‘But God’ — Two Words That Change Everything

All over Scripture we find situations that seem impossible until God steps in. Joseph’s life is a perfect example. He was betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, falsely accused, and thrown into prison. His life appeared to be one setback after another. Yet God was working behind the scenes. Years later, Joseph said to his brothers: “You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good” (Genesis 50:20). There are those words: but God.

Jack Hibbs: What The Belt Of Truth Teaches Us About Standing Firm In Faith

Some of the illustrations you see of ancient Roman soldiers wearing a belt show a simple, thin leather strap around the waist, but that doesn’t accurately depict what the soldiers actually wore or what Paul had in mind when he wrote this description. These belts were large enough and thick enough to connect with the warrior’s breastplate and hold his various implements of warfare, including his scabbard and sword, keeping them close at hand and ready. Strips of leather also hung from the front of the belt to protect the lower body. So these belts were strong and substantial!

The 3 Responsibilities Of Christ’s Bride

In his teaching, Paul delineated a clear link between the God-instituted union of one man and one woman (Genesis 2:24) and the relationship between Christ and His bride—the church. Whether you’re married here on Earth or not, if you’ve placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Savior, you have the amazing blessing of being known as the Lord’s bride. What an honor and joy we have knowing we are united with the God of the universe and will one day live with Him forever!

Anne Graham Lotz: Bible Study — Ready to Leave

The Bible teaches that all followers of Jesus are to prepare for a “trip.” This trip not only signifies when we move to Heaven following our death, but it also takes place at the end of human history as we have known it. We are told that followers of Jesus in the last generation will not experience physical death but will be caught up in what is called the rapture—the “snatching away” to meet Jesus in the air—and be reunited with loved ones who have gone before us. It will be the trip of a lifetime—a trip that is truly out of this world. Are you ready?

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‘Kingdom Now’: A Popular Phrase Built On Crumbling Early Kingdoms And A Severe Misunderstanding Of Scripture

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Tragedy Turned Into Triumph: The Narrowly Hijacked Flight Of Israelis Showcases The Miraculous Control Of God

On Wednesday, we saw a miracle in the skies. All of Israel is rejoicing, and we should be rejoicing with them. A major catastrophe was averted that would have sent shock waves around the world. A flight traveling from Dubai (United Arab Emirates) to Tel Aviv, carrying 174 passengers, including more than 100 Israelis, narrowly escaped being hijacked by the co-pilot, a citizen of the Arab Gulf nation of Oman. God is a God of miracles. Tragedy was turned into triumph.

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