'Unless Those Days Were Shortened . . .' (May-June 2026)

May-June 2026
Volume 35, Number 3

In Jesus Christ's Olivet Prophecy, He warns that the days of great tribulation would be so terrible that no one would live through it unless that time was shortened. Most people believe His warning refers to nuclear or biological weaponry, but Luke's version of the prophecy contains a neglected detail that shifts the reader's perspective. David Grabbe surveys both Old and New Testament prophecies to reveal the great threat to human life at the time of the end.

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
The Defense Against Offense

Offenses are, sadly, a part of human existence in this world. Personalities rub each other the wrong way. A person fails to get the recognition he believes he deserves. Another's words hit a sore spot - the ways human beings become offended are endless. Scripture, however, provides guidance on how Christians should deal with offenses. John Ritenbaugh reveals that the best defense against becoming offended resides in one's relationship with God.

Ready Answer
Deadlines
by Joseph B. Baity

Growing up, we participated in some form of education that not only taught us knowledge but also evaluated and graded us along the way. Christian conversion is a similar process, but God does not hand out report cards or advance us through grades. How do we measure our progress toward the character image of Jesus Christ? Joseph Baity suggests that we develop techniques that alter our self-perception, giving us fresh insight into our spiritual growth.

Prophecy Watch
'Unless Those Days Were Shortened . . .'
by David C. Grabbe

In Jesus Christ's Olivet Prophecy, He warns that the days of great tribulation would be so terrible that no one would live through it unless that time was shortened. Most people believe His warning refers to nuclear or biological weaponry, but Luke's version of the prophecy contains a neglected detail that shifts the reader's perspective. David Grabbe surveys both Old and New Testament prophecies to reveal the great threat to human life at the time of the end.