Playlist: Abomination of Desolation (topic)
The Olivet Prophecy Paradox
Sermon by David C. GrabbeIn Matthew 24:15, Jesus speaks of the Abomination of Desolation, referenced by Daniel the prophet, standing in the holy place. This points to prophecies in Daniel, including the 70 Weeks Prophecy in Daniel 9:27, as well as Daniel 11:30-31 and Daniel 12:11. In Daniel 11, a king from the north of Judea is described as showing …
Reinstituting Daily Sacrifices in Jerusalem
Commentary by Kim MyersThereThere are three significant events prophesied to occur before the return of Christ and the ushering in of the Millennium. One of these is the reinstitution of the daily sacrifices. The daily sacrifices must be restarted, and then they will be taken away, marking the beginning of the Tribulation. When the sacrifices are …
The Appointed Time of the Resurrection
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaThe time of Christ's return appears to be soon in the light of recent events. Watch for the gathering of armies around the future capital of the world.
The Book of Daniel (Part Eight)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe abomination of desolation, as described in Daniel 11:31, refers to the desecration of the great altar in Jerusalem by Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who offered swine's flesh upon it, an act of profound sacrilege against God. This event, occurring in 168 BC, marked a significant fulfillment of Daniel's prophecy, where Antiochus, …
The Book of Daniel (Part Six)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the book of Daniel, particularly in chapter 8, the vision of the ram and the goat reveals a future desolation of God's sanctuary, termed the abomination of desolation. This prophecy indicates that the sanctuary will suffer under the actions of a little horn, a ruler who emerges in the latter times of human misrule, after the …
Do You Recognize This Man? (Part Five)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the context of Jesus Christ's return, as discussed in the gospel accounts, a significant sign is the 'abomination of desolation' mentioned in Matthew 24:15-16. This event, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, will stand in the holy place, signaling a critical moment. When this occurs, those in Judea are urged to flee to the …
What Happened Between the Testaments?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDuring the Syrian Period (204-165 BC), a time of intense suffering for Judah, Antiochus Epiphanes, ruling from 175-164 BC, unleashed his hatred upon the Jews. As foretold in Daniel 11:28-31, his forces defiled the sanctuary fortress, took away the daily sacrifices, and placed there the abomination of desolation. In 167 BC, a …
Death, or Not A Hair of Your Head?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the discourse on the last days as recorded in Matthew 24, Jesus warns His disciples of a significant sign preceding the destruction of Jerusalem, known as the 'abomination of desolation.' He states that when they see this abomination, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing in the holy place, those in Judea must flee to the …
Matthew (Part Thirty)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn Matthew 24:15-17, Jesus warns of a critical sign of the end times, stating, "Therefore when you see the 'abomination of desolation,' spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing in the holy place (whoever reads, let him understand), then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains. Let him who is on the housetop not go down …
Do You Really Know God?
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaWe can know for sure that we know Him intimately by keeping His commandments and practicing loving kindnesses.
Matthew (Part Twenty-Two)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe transfiguration prefigured the Kingdom of God, with the disciples only seeing Jesus in the end, showing salvation is through Him alone.
The Book of Daniel (Part Five)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDaniel 7-8 is full of overlapping images and visions. Both chapters show the certainty of the end of Gentile kingdoms, replaced by God's eternal Kingdom.
The Two Witnesses (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe first major concern of the Two Witnesses will be directed to the church rather than to the world at large, expunging worldliness out of the church.
Dystopia? Utopia?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Great Tribulation is the ultimate dystopia. The return of Christ will avenge all the crimes committed against God's people, as God's Kingdom is restored.
Whoever Loves and Practices a Lie
Sermon by Charles WhitakerIn Revelation 21:8, Christ lists three spiritual conditions and four behaviors, all of which He links to deceit and which will lead to the Lake of Fire.
Lacking Nothing (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsScarcity seems to redefine the value of everything, including tools, food, or sentimental objects. Utility trumps every other consideration.