Harbinger’s
As we view the events of the world through the lens of Bible prophecy, we cannot help but be encouraged that our Lord is coming for us soon. But His work does not end when His Bride is safely in heaven after the rapture. The theme of the Book of Revelation is the ultimate victory of Jesus over His enemies . . . .
During the earthly ministry of Jesus, there was great expectation amongst His followers that He would restore God’s kingdom and remain on the earth as God’s representative to administer His rule. Indeed, it will be a wonderful day when Jesus rules the world as divinely anointed King.
Another contradictory statement that I have heard for many years suggests that believers need the refinement of the Tribulation period for further purification. The latest version I heard of this argument stated that during this time, New Testament saints must “earn the fine linen clothes” awarded at the Marriage Feast of the Lamb.
The new and improved version of the old Liberalism was greatly advanced by the emerging/emergent church movement of the 1990’s and early 2000’s. In 2007 Tony Campolo and Jim Wallis launched the Red-Letter Christian movement. Their focus was on the red lettered passages in the gospels — the words of Jesus.
Europeans don’t want the Antichrist — at least, not by name. But a recent poll conducted by AboutPeople reveals a disturbing willingness among citizens to embrace strong, decisive leadership that could bypass democratic processes if it promises stability and results.
