Articles: Theology and Eschatology
Articles of Interest by ICA
2 Timothy 2:15, “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”
After years of study, I’ve come to the realization that as much as we’d all love to believe we have Scripture completely figured out, we still continue to see as through a glass darkly. With as many opinions regarding secondary doctrines as there are denominations, there is obviously not one single pastor or teacher or author that has a complete and perfect understanding of Scripture or that is free from error, indicating that one interpretative method or hermeneutical approach alone cannot provide all the answers that we so often ask as students of Biblical eschatology.
Given what has happened throughout history to the nation of Israel and to the Church and what is now happening today within the epicenter of prophecy, I decided to approach Scripture in a way similar to those who’ve now developed Progressive Dispensationalism — a refinement of the older Traditional Dispensationalism — by studying other views to appropriate more of a “complementary” or “correlative” hermeneutical framework. By not being confined to one narrow view and carefully studying the work of others and understanding why they believed what they believed, we can adopt what merit other positions have to augment our own understanding. Although some who staunchly maintain a certain eschatological paradigm may feel somewhat apprehensive with this approach much like a Traditional Dispensationalist, for instance, would reject the approach of a Progressive Dispensationalist, keeping the good meat of other views and spitting out the bones does seem to provide answers that other positions in and of themselves do not fully address as it relates to Bible prophecy.
No one can claim to have all the answers, myself included. As such, I remain open to fine-tuning the articles below as the Lord continues to open up Bible prophecy to the Body of Christ. Please feel free to study, copy, and share the following articles as you see fit. All that I ask is that you do what all good Bereans must do: Test everything you read in light of Scripture, and hold fast that which is good …
2 Timothy 3:16, “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness …”
A Few Simple Questions For Muslim Visitors
Mohammed thought he understood the teachings of the Bible. Did he?
2 Thessalonians 2:4 — A Rebuilt Jewish Temple, Or Something Else?
What did Jesus and Paul refer to when speaking about “the holy place” or “temple”?
What Is The War Of Gog-Magog?
A pre-Armageddon battle, or one that includes Armageddon itself?
Antichrist: Leader Of A One-World Government?
Does Scripture reveal a “Last Days Antichrist” who rules the whole world, or a portion only?
Unsealed: A Closer Look At Revelation 6 And ‘The Four Horsemen Of The Apocalypse’
Have any of the seals of Revelation been opened, or are they all yet future?
Can An Islamic Antichrist Present Himself As God And Receive Worship, Yet Be A Servant Of ‘Allah’?
Some believe that Antichrist cannot be Islamic. Find out what Scripture really says.
The Mark Of The Beast – What Your Church May Not Be Telling You
Pop-theology says it’s 21st century technology. Scripture suggests otherwise.
The Revelation Of Jesus Christ And The Rapture Of The Church
The Apostle Paul says the “Rapture” is at the “last trump.” John shows us when.
The 144,000 And The Great Multitude – It’s Not What You May Think
A literal number, or symbolic? What does it mean? The answer may surprise you.
The Qur’anic Con: How Revelation’s Predictive Biblical Prophecy Foresaw Islamic Teachings
Proof that the prophecies of the Bible are Divinely inspired.
Lost In Translation: ‘Not Appointed Unto Wrath’ – What Scripture Is Really Saying
English translations aren’t telling us what’s in the Greek. Find out what you’ve been missing.
‘… That Where I Am There You May Be Also’ – It Means More Than We Think
The Temple, the Church, and the Marriage. Jesus said a lot in just three verses.
Revelation 13: A Commentary
The present, and future, of Islam.
The People Of The Prince To Come: A Roman-European Antichrist?
The blinders of tradition is preventing many from seeing a prowling Beast beside them.
Daniel 9:27 And The Confirmation Of The Covenant – A Peace Treaty?
Is Daniel’s “confirmation of the covenant” in 9:27 a “peace treaty”, or something else?
Daniel 9:27 Redux: Will Antichrist Make A False 7-Year Peace Treaty With Israel?
Answering common arguments that attempt to support the idea of a “7-year peace treaty.”
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Israel National News
- For the first time: President receives credentials of Azeri Ambassador 03/27/2023The appointment of the Ambassador follows Azerbaijan's decision to open an embassy in Israel.
- 'Urgent need for compromise': US 'deeply concerned' over developments in Israel 03/27/2023National Security Council Spokesperson urges compromises on judicial reform following dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
- After five hours: Police begin evacuating protesters from Ayalon Highway 03/27/2023Demonstrators clash with police near Netanyahu's residence, Ayalon Highway blocked, protesters light fire in the middle of the road.
- Universities announce: Classes suspended indefinitely 03/26/2023Heads of universities announced that they have decided, in protest against the reform, to stop classes until further notice.
- Likud officials estimate: Netanyahu could halt the legislation 03/26/2023UTJ and Shas support stopping the legislation of the judicial reform, Levin' opposes and Netanyahu has yet to make a decision.
- Bennett to Netanyahu: Cancel Gallant's dismissal, pause the reform 03/26/2023Former Prime Minister calls on Netanyahu to consider his steps for the sake of the unity of the people.
- Gallant's mother: You have intelligence and courage 03/26/2023Defense Minister Yoav Gallant speaks to his mother, Fruma, after being dismissed from his post and receives her backing.
FrontPage Magazine
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- Black-on-Black WhitenessBlack people can be white supremacists too. The post Black-on-Black Whiteness appeared first on Frontpage Mag.
- Questions Without Answers About UkraineAnd they need to be answered - as the carnage rises and the nuclear threshold falls. The post Questions Without Answers About Ukraine appeared first on Frontpage Mag.
- Catholic Joe Biden Wants to Force Pro-Lifers to Pay for Abortions“I go to Mass and I say the rosary." The post Catholic Joe Biden Wants to Force Pro-Lifers to Pay for Abortions appeared first on Frontpage Mag.
- Video: Fauci Encounters Some People Who Don’t Buy His Snake OilIt’s a marvel that this segment didn’t end up on PBS’ cutting-room floor. The post Video: Fauci Encounters Some People Who Don’t Buy His Snake Oil appeared first on Frontpage Mag.
- UNRWA Schools Still Spreading Anti-Semitic Hate“There are still some people you need to burn.” The post UNRWA Schools Still Spreading Anti-Semitic Hate appeared first on Frontpage Mag.
- Why is Pete’s Hubby Chasten Buttigieg So Peeved Over Florida Banning Porn in Schools?We are, argues the Trans Secretary’s better half, living in an “extremely dangerous time.” The post Why is Pete’s Hubby Chasten Buttigieg So Peeved Over Florida Banning Porn in Schools? appeared first on Frontpage Mag.
Gatestone Institute
- The Real Reason China is Arming Russia in Ukraine 03/26/2023Just as Iran has used Ukraine's brutal war to test the effectiveness of its drone and missile technology, so China's emerging industrial-military complex is reportedly looking for opportunities to conduct a rigorous evaluation of its new weapons systems;
- Iran and the Changing of Course! 03/26/2023Perhaps a more interesting sign has come with the purges carried among security forces with some of the more hardline officers moved aside or sent into early retirement. If there is indeed a change of course, the most important part of the scheme is the
- The Growing Power of the China-Iran Alliance Thanks to the Biden Administration 03/25/2023The deal grants China significant rights over the Iran's resources and help to Iran in increasing its oil and gas production. Leaked information revealed that one of the terms is that China will be investing nearly $400 billion in Iran's oil, gas and
- Disasters in Turkey 03/24/2023[W]hen the earthquakes struck, the Kızılay [Turkish Red Crescent] had, through a little-known business arm, sold thousands of tents to a Turkish charity, and scored a profit of $2.5 million, instead of dispatching the tents immediately to the victims
- Stanford Law Disruptions Were Orchestrated by the National Lawyers Guild 03/23/2023Let us understand what the National Lawyers Guild is. The Guild, in addition, refused to support Soviet or Cuban dissidents. The Guild has never abandoned its Marxist-Leninist provenance. It supports Antifa, which also employs violence to disrupt
- The World Economic Forum and the West's Next Act? 03/22/2023[E]conomic writer Charles Hugh Smith has repeatedly warned [about] the "crapification" of the U.S. economy.... customers with scant other buying options are forced to accept that few purchases will last. Politicians seem to be heading in a similar
- Biden Administration Pushing Arabs Towards Iran 03/21/2023Today, China is victorious by sponsoring the historic agreement between Saudi Arabia and Iran, while the US has a new president who comes to destroy agreements reached by his predecessor, and even brags about it during his election campaign and his
Christian Persecution
- Turkish Textbook Touts Armed Jihad 08/01/202208/01/2022 Turkey (International Christian Concern) – In Turkey, a 12th-grade religious studies book widely used in public schools promotes armed jihad. The book, the 2019 edition of Fundamentals of Islam’s Religious Beliefs, asserts that armed jihad is a necessary practice for all Muslims and that opponents of Islam today slander the concept of armed jihad […]
- Hagia Sophia Cathedral Hosts First Muslim Prayers in 88 Years 04/07/202204/07/2022 Turkey (International Christian Concern) – For the first time in 88 years, Tarawih prayer, an evening prayer during Ramadan, was held at Turkey’s Hagia Sophia. Currently operating as a mosque, Hagia Sophia was built as an Orthodox Christian cathedral in 537. It later was converted to a mosque in 1453 and then a museum in 1935. Turkish President Re […]
- Iran’s New Judiciary Chief Poses Threats to Christians And Human Rights 07/26/202107/26/2021 Iran (International Christian Concern) – Gholam-Hussein Mohseni-Ejei, recently elected as Iran’s Judiciary Chief, has been a part of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary regime since its infancy. His election to the now-President’s former office poses serious concerns for the future of religious freedom and human rights. Following the 1979 revolutio […]
Significant Quakes This Month
- M 5.6 - 13 km SW of Khowy, IranPAGER - YELLOW ShakeMap - VI DYFI? - VITime2023-03-24 03:16:57 UTC2023-03-24 03:16:57 UTC at epicenterLocation38.462°N 44.845°EDepth17.88 km (11.11 mi)
- M 5.9 - 51 km NNW of Novobod, TajikistanPAGER - YELLOW ShakeMap - VIII DYFI? - VITime2023-03-22 20:07:44 UTC2023-03-22 20:07:44 UTC at epicenterLocation39.452°N 69.953°EDepth5.64 km (3.51 mi)
- M 6.5 - 84 km NNW of San Antonio de los Cobres, ArgentinaPAGER - GREEN ShakeMap - IV DYFI? - VITime2023-03-22 16:00:31 UTC2023-03-22 16:00:31 UTC at epicenterLocation23.480°S 66.511°WDepth209.98 km (130.47 mi)
- M 4.5 - 10km WSW of Ferndale, CAPAGER - GREEN ShakeMap - IV DYFI? - V Time2023-03-21 23:18:19 UTC2023-03-21 23:18:19 UTC at epicenterLocation40.542°N 124.373°WDepth18.10 km (11.25 mi)
- M 5.6 - 15 km NW of Melipilla, ChilePAGER - GREEN ShakeMap - IV DYFI? - VITime2023-03-21 17:38:13 UTC2023-03-21 17:38:13 UTC at epicenterLocation33.610°S 71.352°WDepth65.05 km (40.42 mi)
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Have you written anything about the Millennium? If so where?
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Hi Tony, I haven’t written an article on the Millennium specifically, but I have commented on it from time to time. Read through this comment for example.
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Do you believe there will be a literal 1000 year reign of Messiah on earth
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Yes, I believe in a literal, future 1000 year Messianic Kingdom.
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Thanks for your reply. Interested in your view re Antichrist and Islam. One question – if the mark of the beast is Islamic confession of faith – then how can any Muslims be saved ?Revelation says that if anyone takes the mark then they are damned. Obviously people who have been Muslims can get saved and we pray for that and seek for it.
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Hi Tony, I don’t view the Mark of the Beast as the Islamic confession of faith itself. It is evidence of it (a step toward receiving it), but in and of itself the Shahada is not the Mark. The Mark of the Beast is not something that is taken by someone in the sense that it is openly accepted by the recipient, but is rather something that is received because it is given to them. From what I read in Scripture, God marks those who are in Christ upon their foreheads with the seal of Christ, but it is also God who marks those who have fully and completely given themselves over to the Beast with the Mark of the Beast because the Mark “is a clear indication of complete rejection of Jesus Christ; it demonstrates that the possessor of the mark has reached such a place or condition of hardness that it precludes repentance or faith in Christ. Receiving the mark of the beast, then, terminates one’s chance to receive Jesus Christ. It is equivalent to death for Tribulation people. It is proof they will never receive Jesus Christ, and God knows this absolutely.” [Source]. Their fate has been sealed. Consider, for instance, what Paul writes below:
There are Muslims today who leave Islam and come to faith in Christ, but just because they were once Muslim and spoke the Shahada does not automatically mean that they had therefore received the Mark and were eternally condemned. Those who receive the Mark are they who refuse, and will always refuse, to repent (Rev 9:20-21; 16:9-11). Not those who will. The Holy Spirit of God in His Omniscience knows who they are without question.
For your consideration, I touch on this briefly in the Revelation 13: A Commentary article (see section regarding Revelation 13:8). Hope this helps. God bless …
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Revelation 15 suggests it is possible to overcome the beast. People standing by what looked like a sea of glass were holding harps given them by God.
Also, ALL who call on the name of the LORD will be saved.
Not suggesting that one should toy with taking the mark. The bible only states that all who were found to have worshipped the beast, have his mark or number will be consumed in the lake of fire. But this is only a final state. I believe anyone can be saved while God can still be found.
There is only one sin that cannot be forgiven and it is blasphame against the holy spirit. I think this is absolute rejection of the spirit so much that the holy spirit departs a person.
At this point, God cannot be found, so this is the unforgivable sin.
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Glad that I found this website and the position you take. As to how to interpret Revelation, the last book of the Bible, I myself have come to a conclusion that we have to use at least TWO keys (instead of one) because Revelation 20 clearly says there are TWO resurrections for all humanity. The Lord gave a personal experience to correct me for this. Read it here: http://1459919.net/en/2014/09/05/opening-old-lock-with-new-key/
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What has happened Midnightwatcher? – you have not posted since Sept. 9th…..are you okay? I am praying for you.
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Thank you digibbs1955! It’s been a busy quarter at work, I’ll be posting more soon! God bless …
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Well, you had a few of us concerned that you’d been silenced in some way since there for awhile we were sometimes getting three posts a day…..I’m thankful that you are okay. We want and need your biblical perspective on all that is going on….God bless you as you seek for the truth in the midst of all the lies…..JESUS LOVES US!!!!
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Can Midnight Watcher recommend a scholarly unbiased document or lecture on the Koran being subjected to textual criticism? The NT has been subject to textual criticism for decades but I cannot find an unbiased scholarly document or lecture applied to the Koran and it’s manuscripts.
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Hi Rob, I’d recommend starting with “Corrections in Early Qur’an Manuscripts” by Dr. Daniel Alan Brubaker.
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