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Jerusalem's Fall and Christ's Return
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles WhitakerThe return of Jesus Christ and the associated judgment are central to the prophetic timeline discussed. Christ's coming, often referred to as the "coming of the Son of Man," is linked to the Day of the Lord, a year-long period of great wrath and vengeance on His enemies, occurring as the final year of the time of Jacob's trouble. At the end of this Day of the Lord, Christ returns to rule, His wrath spent, and assumes the throne of David. At this time of His revealing, He will establish Jerusalem as a city of worldwide acclaim, regather scattered Israel, draw all peoples to Himself, and teach the law from Zion. His reward is with Him, and His work is before Him upon His return, marking the beginning of the Millennium, a time of peace distinct from the destruction of the Day of the Lord. In the Olivet Prophecy, Christ speaks of a future destruction of Jerusalem, not the AD 70 event, emphasizing the days of vengeance when all written prophecies will be fulfilled. The imagery of clouds and apocalyptic rhetoric points to the year of the Lord's vengeance, the Day of the Lord, as the true fulfillment of His coming. Additionally, in Matthew 26:64, Christ addresses the Sanhedrin, indicating they will see the Son of Man in a future event after the Day of the Lord, not tied to the fall of Jerusalem in AD 70. The Parable of the Unjust Judge in Luke 18 also connects to this theme of judgment and vengeance, aligning with the Day of the Lord's prophetic fulfillment.
What Happens to Those Who Don't Obey the Gospel?
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeMankind has a problem with finality, especially the prospect of eternal death. Those who reject the Gospel are choosing the second death in the Lake of Fire.
Jesus and the Rebellious Son
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe law for stoning a rebellious son was never recorded as having been carried out, but ironically the nation put to death the maximally obedient Son.
Is It Salvational? (Part Three)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeWhen Jesus returns, many will be prohibited from entering the Kingdom! They think they know Him, yet they are just using Him to make themselves important.
What Does 'One Taken, the Other Left' Mean (Matthew 24:40-41)?
Bible Questions & AnswersAt Christ's return, a separation will take place between the righteous and the wicked. However, a secret rapture is nowhere contemplated in Scripture.
Our Time For War
Sermonette by Austin Del CastilloAs God's resurrected saints and part of the 144,000, we will assist the Captain of our Salvation to bring an end to Satanic world rule forever.
Do You Desire the Day of the Lord?
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeAmos describes the Israelites as proud and secure in their special relationship with God, while God castigates them for presuming He approved of them.
Shouting Gleanings and Singing Olives (Part One)
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)Isaiah 24 prophesies that God will preserve a remnant made up of grape gleanings (the His Church) and of olives (national Israelites) who will sing together.
Psalms 90-100
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalms 90-100 are prophetic, having a definite time progression, especially referencing the time frame between the Feast of Trumpets to the Last Great Day.
Don't Be Indifferent (2010)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Labor-saving technology seems to have had the effect of separating us from each other and making us indifferent to things that should be important to us.
Make Sure of Your Focus!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughDistractions produce a movement toward randomness and confusion, seriously endangering one's calling. We must sharpen our focus on God and His purpose.
Four Warnings (Part Three): I Never Knew You
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughChrist's third warning in the Sermon on the Mount is to beware of hypocrisy, professing to do things in Jesus' name but habitually practicing lawlessness.
Will You Be Accounted Worthy for the Kingdom?
Sermon by John O. ReidLike businessmen reviewing plans, making forecasts, and anticipating accountability, God expects us to define and follow through on spiritual objectives.
Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Twelve)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGoats are aggressive, sneaky and disobedient; they are loners, uncooperative, and stingy. The sheep enter God's Kingdom because they show compassion to others.