Copyright © Tim Warner Revised September 11, 2007 In Revelation 20, John described the resurrected saints seated on thrones and reigning with Christ after having been resurrected. Revelation 20:4-6 And I saw thrones, and they sat on them, and judgment was committed to them. Then I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded … Continue reading The First Resurrection in Revelation
Author: Raymond
Greek Philosophy’s Impact on our Understanding of Death
Much has been written on the subject of death, primarily because so many Christians have been led to believe that we don't really die but go on to live with Jesus in Heaven. In John W. Schoenheit's book "The Christian's Hope,*" chapter 7, The Origin of Orthodoxy he says, The vast majority of Christian denominations … Continue reading Greek Philosophy’s Impact on our Understanding of Death
Did Enoch go to Heaven?
Hebrews 11:5 (NRSVA) By trust Enoch was moved so that he would not see death, and he could not be found, because God moved him, for before he was moved he obtained the testimony that he pleased God. “moved.” The record of Enoch is in Genesis 5, and this verse specifically refers to Genesis 5:24. … Continue reading Did Enoch go to Heaven?
Lazarus and the Rich man commentary Luke 16:19 – Parable?
This is best explanation I have ever come across on Luke 16:19 as it deals with the question is it is a literal story or a parable. It is a parable and this commentary proves it. Are you willing to hear the another view on this portion of scripture. It is from Commentary on Luke … Continue reading Lazarus and the Rich man commentary Luke 16:19 – Parable?
Does the “Falling Away” & the Revelation of “Man of Sin” come First?
Introduction I was taught the pre-tribulation from when I first became a Christian and accepted it as being correct. I did not even know there was another teaching on this subject for many years as we did not have the internet in those days. I need to state that I have many Pre-Tribulation Christian friends … Continue reading Does the “Falling Away” & the Revelation of “Man of Sin” come First?
Sealed until the Time of the End – Jesus Return
God will, however, disclose the Advent of His Son to His faithful servants who have a heart like Daniel’s (as displayed in his prayer in the ninth chapter), those who faithfully and willingly strive to keep God’s commandments with a repentant heart, those who “do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.”[21] God stated plainly upon whom He takes notice: “But on this one will I look: On him who is poor and of a contrite spirit, And who trembles at My word.”
Critique of Pre-Tribulation Imminence
Proverbs 18:17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines. Preface by Raymond I see on social media sites like Twitter and in conversation the idea that the Rapture can come at any time. Many will get angry and dismissive when confronted with the below explanation addressing is … Continue reading Critique of Pre-Tribulation Imminence
Enoch and Elijah: Where Are They Now?
By Jim Punton and Anthony Buzzard Hebrews 11:5: “By faith Enoch was taken away so that he did not see death, and was not found, because God had taken him; for before he was taken he had this testimony, that he pleased God.” Other heroes of faith are then listed in this hall of fame. … Continue reading Enoch and Elijah: Where Are They Now?
The Lost Temple Mount
Source:- https://yrm.org/the-lost-temple-mount/ Many assume that the Temple Mount within the old city of Jerusalem is where the Jewish or Old Testament temple originally stood. However, what if this was not the case? What if the temple was located elsewhere? The truth could affect the location of a future third temple. There is a theory gaining … Continue reading The Lost Temple Mount
After Resurrection Comes the Judgment
It is because people are dead and not alive in any form that we eagerly await the coming of Jesus, who will raise the dead. Also, it is because people are dead and will be raised at either the first or second resurrection that the Bible speaks of “the Day of Judgment” (cp. Matthew 10:15; … Continue reading After Resurrection Comes the Judgment