This book is a reference for seminary and college students, and those curious about the various views of end times prophetic events and biblical proof behind them. Matthew 24, mark and luke 21 act as a bridge between the old and new testaments. The early disciples did not have the book of revelation for at least 35 years after jesus death and resurrection. Jesus brought clarity to what the prophets had proclaimed about the end times. The end time sign of the prophet jonas has come to. They all illustrate something about gods selection process, which may not be as clear cut as people think. Matthew 24 may be one of the best chapters about the end times. When we read parts of matthew 24, we may quickly assume that jesus is talking about his second coming and the end of the world. Prophesies and descriptions of the end times are scattered throughout the biblefrom a jewish scholar in a foreign court daniel, to jesus in the book of matthew, to the elderly semiretired fisherman john revelation.
Its not what they told you, brian godawa offers his insightful, wellresearched, and even revelatory take on what is the rightful, most accurate interpretation and understanding of some of the most wellknown endtimes prophecies. Throughout his ministry, billy graham often heard questions about the end times. They are only the beginning of sorrows not the sign of the end 3. Matthew 2425 the destruction of the temple and signs. Does the bible say that an increase in technology is a sign of the end times. In christianity, the term five discourses of matthew refers to five specific discourses by jesus within the gospel of matthew. Here we have summarized references from all over the bible in order to give a better picture of the events that will take place in the end times. All we need to do is look at what christ said when he was asked that question. Following is a very brief summary of what the bible declares will happen in the end times.
Many of them spark intense debate amongst bible scholars, pastors, and those of us who turn to the bible for answers. No warnings, no signs, nothing to mark the event in advance. End times signs rapture prophecy timelines explained. Matthews gospel does not answer the first question, which relates to the destruction of. Such assumptions are based perhaps primarily on the questions the apostles asked, as recorded in 24. He mentions the kingdom of heaven thirtythree times. Matthew mentions the kingdom of god four times in his gospel. This book has 124 pages on topics like the great white throne judgment and the various views of the rapture. Matthew 25 three more prophecies about end times introduction matthew 25 is a direct continuation of matthew 24, which contains three more parables or prophecies about end times. Jesus goes through what society will look like and what will happen to the. Homosexuality would be increasingly evident at the end of the age 2 timothy 3.
Although walvoord and vine believe the kingdom of heaven can be distinguished in. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. As jesus was sitting on the mount of olives, the disciples came to him. Matthew 24 niv the destruction of the temple and signs. Anyone who has read through the books of revelation, daniel, isaiah, matthew, ezekiel, or any of the prophecies that pertain to the end times has probably wondered why they are so confusing.
In his book, storm warnings, he addresses this question. I read this powerful book straight through, in one single sitting. The best bible studies for the end times pure flix. Through it he speaks to us today just as he spoke to people in ancient times when its words.
Jesus and the end time end time texts in gospel of matthew. These days, there is a lot of talk about the end of days. Signs of the end of the age 7 nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. Walsh lays out a challenging series of believable scenarios that can allow human beings to thrive along with our fellow earth. These end times prophecies clearly identify the last days. The end of jerusalem would be preceded by unusual events, but at the end of the age, the times will appear to be normal matthew 24. We can see the increase in birth pains described in the book of matthew chapter 24. Matthew 24 the destruction of the temple and signs. Theres a lot written in the bible about the end times and it can be confusing to try to follow along with everything.
The destruction of the temple and signs of the end times jesus left the temple. The lord said, as part of the end time signs, many that would turn away from following or believing in the gospel, are those the lord himself, refers to in matthew. A comprehensive approach 9780802490797 by paul benware. And he said to them, go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the. In verse 10, god tells the believers living on earth at that time, be still and know that i am god, and that i will be exalted in the earth. This is one great book, a must for all who wish to know the truth. Mar 19, 2020 the end times has always been a confusing, difficult to understand topic. In the gospel accounts jesus gave a brief summary of the events and conditions leading up to his return. Psalm 46 is talking about wars and earthquakes, what i believer are some of these endtime events. Seven prophecies that must be fulfilled before jesus christs.
The sign of the end times in bible prophecy points to simultaneous conditions and events that precede the end of this world. Is this the end times that the bible describes so graphically. I hope that you can see from the above biblical signs of the end times that our generation is truly living in the last days, nearing the second coming of christ jesus. The following is an article which i expanded from a sermon i preached on matthew 24 to my congregation last year i personally believe that matthew 24 is the single most important chapter in the bible for christians on endtimes prophecy. Charting the end times tim lahaye, one of the authors of left behind, worked with thomas ice to create a visual guide. Matthew 24 new international version niv the destruction of the temple and signs of the end times 24 jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. Although the first gospel is anonymous, the early church fathers were unanimous in holding that matthew, one of the 12 apostles, was its author. Teaching or talking about the end times is sure to attract a significant level of interest because i think that most people are, in varying ways, curious as to what the bible says about the end times. Truly i tell you, not one stone here will be left on another. A great deal of effort was included by the author to help the reader realize the context of matthew 24. The bible describes events and conditions that would mark the conclusion of the current system of things, or the end of the world. As jesus was sitting on the mount of olives, the disciples came to him privately. The gospel of matthew is the opening book of the new testament of the bible, and the first of the four gospels, matthew, mark, luke, and john.
Mar 24, 2020 matthew 24 the end of the age biblical study of the great tribulation, the rapture, jesus second coming, and bible prophecy told to us in the book of matthew chapter 24 song chris zabriskie. Possible for people math deception signs of the end times miracles. I also recommend perilous times by ken gentry and the destruction of jerusalem by george p. Here, then, is a summary, of the events of the last days with timelines according to the different theological interpretations of the book of revelations. Many will come in my name, claiming, i am the christ, and will deceive many. In the book of matthew, jesus warns the pharisees concerning the signs of the times and tells us there will be no sign given, but the sign of the prophet jonas. This summary of the gospel of matthew provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the gospel of matthew. Signs of the end times bible verses in the king james version kjv about. Signs of the end times 2020 biblical end time prophecy. The signs of the end times, also called the end of the age, and the return of christ are clearly laid out in scripture.
In the gospel accounts jesus gave a brief summary of the events and conditions leading up. The term kingdom is used seventeen additional times. In the biblical book of revelation, jesus christ foretold many more signs of the time of the end. Ian bremmer, new york times bestselling author of us versus them. Paul beginning with romans, the catholic or universal letters beginning with james, and the book of revelation. And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a. Such things will come, but the end destruction of the temple is not yet b. Here are 5 great bible stories about the end times. Bible prophecy 11 prophecies of jesus and the end times. Paul said people would be thinking content thoughts of peace and safety i thessalonians 5.
But as for you, daniel, conceal these words and seal up the book until the end of time. And woe to them that are with child, and to them that give suck in those days. Here are some of the best end times bible study resources for those who love gods word. What does the bible say about the end times and last days. Popular end times prophecy books goodreads share book. For more end time signs and even more evidence that we are living in the last days, please see end of world signs. Matthew wrote his gospel for a jewish audience 1 he likely recorded the questions as asked by the disciples, who presumed that the destruction of temple would mean his coming and the end of the age 2 jewish readers of the gospel would likely have the same conception b. The bible is filled with signs as to what the end times will look like. In fact, he explicitly prophesied about the end time, and the end of. Jesus must have been describing the end of the world right. And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. The four gospels are followed by the acts of the apostles, the letters of st. Daniel 11 was sealed until the time of the end dan 12.
There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. Is the war in heaven in revelation 12 describing satans original fall or an end times angelic battle. Today we begin a short series on matthew 2425 which im calling the end is near. The end time sign of the prophet jonas has come to fruition. You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. End times explained how to begin looking at end times from the bible, and prove the pretribulation rapture with scripture.