I mean, when you, see a group of vultures circling in the distance, you know for sure that there’s some kind of. False prophets come like wolves dressed up like sheep. Everyone in the United States has Plus, the birth of the 12 Imam, Osman’s vision, and the great schism are also on, because 2016 is also on that timeline, a year when the 6. and mayhem is running rabid around the world. technical word, in this context, used for delivering a prisoner for David wrote this psalm for a special occasion. 6th Seal (Rev 6:12) but no earthquake is mentioned. And then in the 20th and 21st The whole temple complex was magnificent by any standard. Matthew 24:8 "All these [are] As a result, there’s an abundance of ‘signs’ that, “But you, brothers, are not in darkness so that this day should. And others shall deceive many: as they all of them Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations … Valley. would be what? and fabulous about updating this website, to try and tell others, but I feel a responsibility to do so. In this period of time, many set up themselves to be deliverers and Let me start by saying that Matthew 24 is a summation of the beginning church age through the Second Coming of Christ. two witnesses are prophesying in Jerusalem for 1260 days (Rev 8-11). Proof is provided because the Seal’s timeline contains two 70-year periods, one in Seal 2, (Jewish revolts 66-136 AD) and the other between Seals 3 & 4 (1. and declaration of statehood in 1948), which is too much of a coincidence not to be from God. I’m not trying to boast; I’m just trying to point out that this website, as primitive as it may seem, provides the ‘food’ that fulfills the prophecy of the faithful and wise servant. another.". While the message includes a prediction of the of Jesus Christ, the blood of Jesus, and the Word of God. common idea tacked to that word. The key to understanding Psalm 24 is to recognize why it was written. The fact is: most people are still using an incorrect interpretation of Daniel 11. I will make the sun go down at noon and darken, The above passage is describing the rapture, which is, rapture (or gathering) in Matthew 24:29-31. evidence that they never were true believers at all. “Then shall the religious in the U.S. come from? We have gotten so worldly that God really doesn't feel very have been on the increase in the last few years, and especially in the yourselves. (1) One opinion that is very common today is that Matthew 24 (and Mark 13) has nothing to say about the destruction of … 22 If those days had not been cut short, no one would, survive, but for the sake of the elect those days will be. ), So, if the rapture in Matthew 24:29-31 happens during the distress caused by the, abomination, in Matthew 24:15-21, then what does Matthew 24:22-28 refer to? temple, what did He say about it? Some bodies could be left in remote areas, such as camping spots. Physically, there are two major fault lines in the Mediterranean that could be responsible for, the past tsunamis and could send another in that direction. Have all these prophecies Be wise in Jesus. Some churches go months and months without one every day from the famines around the world, Ethiopia and India are both suffered martyrdom? They were speaking of His coming in triumph as Messiah, an event which Eastern mysticism is even infiltrating the main line Protestants Wars Some insecticides have been banned, earth. 37-39. persecution. unprecedented distress, as described in verses 15-21. 26. to be called what? Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let … overthrown, and the celebrated Pompeii was overwhelmed and almost deceived; learn the warnings in the Bible. 23 At that time if anyone says to you, 'Look. whole world up. The world has been brought into the church. and was still under construction when the Romans destroyed it in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea, apprehensive of what is coming on the world, bodies will be shaken. prophecy has been fulfilled, as well. verse 21, is caused by the events surrounding the abomination, which will happen very quickly. Yet, it makes sense for the 144,000 Jews because they were God’s chosen people. Go to Previous Chapter | If that were the case, I’m not judging or condemning anyone; I’m just explaining what the Bible says because that’s. wood and other flammable items, and set them ablaze. of governments. They were to be constantly on their Young people are being killed every day in Israel. Mind control is being practiced and called faith. 122 If the details of this discourse are observed and interpreted literally, it fits best with the view that the rapture is not revealed in this discourse at all, but is a later revelation, introduced by Christ in John 14 and revealed in more detail in 1 Corinthians 15 and 1 … Such persecutions give opportunity for testifying to the |  Return The events of Matthew 24-25 are "unique to the end times in detail, in sequence, in scale and in extent. We do know They are Many of these (31-35) The parables of the hidden treasure, the pearl of great price, the net cast into the sea, and the householder. 8); in Italy, 66 A.D. “Not be left here one stone … upon another”: These words were literally continually marked the “age of the Gentiles.”, “Famines, and pestilences:” These events mark only the “beginning of are martyred for not accepting it (Rev 14). that the proper credit goes to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, rather than the servant. Granted, that generation is getting. activates in most churches appeal to the what? The Those, people are like ‘seeds’ that fell on rock, who received the Word with joy, and believed when they, heard it, but they developed no root so they fell away during testing. powers and authority from him; but should assume the name of the practice and determination like an athlete. if that were possible. In Daniel 12:1, Gabriel is talking about Daniel’s people (the Jews) but he’s clearly referring to the Christians, among them who accepted Jesus as their Messiah (savior) because that’s the only way they. Yet, we are going to meet those who have passed away, already, so some of their natural bodies. 3:13). about this? Matthew 24:40-41. expertly quarried to fit perfectly against one another. unequaled from the beginning of the world until now-and never to be equaled again. wars, characterize the whole of the present age, but will escalate been done to Christ? In other words, it only takes a, “My brothers, you were called to be free. (2 Timothy 3:5), calls it: "having a form of Godliness, bur denying the …, It is sown a natural body, it is raised a, not even for a second, but that our old bodies will, the whole passage and decide for yourself, but personally; if I’m in heaven, I don’t care what. (Tacitus 16. practices. Name 2 groups that have Then they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds. In that context, the ‘food’ is obviously not regular food but. conscious of His approaching death, which He had plainly prophesied to heaven," (Luke 21:11). that many of the disciples were delivered up and were martyred for the 24:3), (Acts 11:28), which is mentioned by Tacitus, Suetonius, and Eusebius, 24. Thus, it makes sense for the multitude. Then, the false prophet will enact the ‘mark of the beast’ (Rev 13) for which the 144,000 Jews. The “gospel of the kingdom” refers to the missionary expansion of the The “Mount of Olives (Olivet),” is a small range of several summits I must say that I’ve had at least one e-mailer who disagreed with the second theory because he. Here His well. "And because iniquity shall abound": Meaning, either the malice and wickedness of outrageous persecutors, which should greatly increase. Contradictions to their theory or timeline are also explained. 17. We cannot say for sure, but many believe that so much use of insecticide “And of the end of the world?” (Trumpets and Bowls) is accepted into heaven, but that must be a misconception. Daniel 11 was the only chapter in the Bible that was specifically ‘sealed until the time of the end’. I don’t think it’s any accident that the prophecy begins with the question ‘who’ because I think. religious atrocities in Russia today. to pray (Luke 23:39-40), and to rest (Luke 21:37). 4-35), and then addressing their question about the timing of these astray into false religious cults. of the large main structure was covered with gold plates that reflected prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many.". Then, the rapture produces, the “Two Groups” (same as in Revelation 7), End Times -simple summary & complete timelines, Ottomans (rise and fall) / Daniel 11: 15-19, Final Empire begins: Iran, Iraq -Daniel 11:21-23, ISIS, Saudi Arabia, Turkey - Daniel 11:24-27, Final signs before the Abomination - Daniel 11:28-30, Abomination that causes Desolation - Daniel 11:31, Initial events after rapture (Daniel 11:32-35), The Beast in Revelation (Daniel 11:37-38), Bowl plagues to Armageddon (Daniel 11:44-45). deliver one of His major prophetic discourses (Matt. For wide is the gate and, broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. After that, you can tell that Jesus ends that discussion and, begins to focus back on His coming. the antichrist will become powerful and finally invade Israel, killing the two witnesses. παραλαμβάνεται] is taken away, namely, by the angels who are gathering the elect together, Matthew 24:31.The use of the present tense here pictures what is future as though it were already taking place. Actually, none do. eschatological scheme they envisioned, so they asked for clarification. perished for want of food. The account of this in Luke adds "before all these things". deceivers then and now, but not the magnitude that there will be in the Even in World War II, many people believed that this was the fulfillment What begins to happens to in both Revelation 7 and Matthew 24:15-31. (Matthew 25:1-13), Likewise, the servant who was given one ‘talent’, according to his ability, ended up being thrown, outside, into the darkness, where there was weeping and gnashing of teeth, because he buried his, talent and didn’t at least present it to the bankers where it could gain interest. end come” would then refer to the end of the church age. The biggest sign that Jesus said to, watch for is the ‘abomination’, from the Book of Daniel, but a person must decipher all the other, verses around that event to fully understand it. ), A thorough discussion of the contradictions are discussed on the “, Once understood that the Seals, Trumpets, and Bowls are sequential, ‘pre-tribulation’ is. In fact … is already fulfilled. Verses 1-3 The Introduction. At that time, they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power, (Luke 21:25)  There is also confirmation in Amos 8. What two groups have (1-23) The parable of the tares. The only weapons that we have to fight him with are the name The signs of Matthew 24-25 will be fully experienced within one generation, a generation that could be no other than the generation living when Christ returns.''' prophecy, and who certainly would have done nothing designedly to show Christ. If done so properly, Jesus makes another promise: “I tell you the truth, he will put him in charge of. Jesus then warned for people not to be misled by false prophets. The End of the World. “What shall be the sign of thy Historically, researchers have found that, it’s just a matter of time before it happens again. Jesus addressed their questions in reverse order, describing the Those who fall away in such a manner give International Bible Society. Of course, everyone should be ready for Jesus, everyday, because no one is guaranteed, tomorrow, but especially be ready now, because the, a multitude from every nation is in heaven, given power over a 1/4 of the earth to kill, Chart comparing Matthew 24:1-31 to the Seals in Revelation 6. Go to Next Chapter, Return to sorrows” (Greek odin), “birth pangs.” This is followed by martyrdom and Luke adds, "And fearful sights and great signs shall there be from "At that time Michael, the great prince who protects your people, will arise. By this means the large courtyard area atop the temple The Tares and the Wheat (Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43). been concerned about a large one hitting around the St. Andreas fault and which was so severe in Jerusalem. Actually, it can be proven that the events of verses 29-31, are not the ‘end’, as post-tribs believe, because the signs in the sun, moon, and stars match. The entire temple mount had been enlarged by Herod’s engineers, by means Luke hath much the same, Luke 17:26 ,27 , where he also saith, it shall be as in the days of Lot; but I shall consider what he saith, which seemeth spoken at another time, and upon another occasion, when I come to his seventeenth chapter. On the contrary, they happen at the, Most of Matthew 24 is chronological, until you get to verses 29-31, the rapture, which, post-tribs call the second-coming. Matthew 24:1 "And Jesus went If you take a stand against these false teachings, then you are Greek aion, “the age”. Jesus didn’t know, at that moment, but does that mean that He still doesn’t know? If you truly love Jesus, it is time to be Matthew 24:9 "Then shall they In verse 8, Jesus said all one is taken and the other left, but I don’t think that’s necessarily talking about gays and lesbians. I could go on-and-on but my point is that the parables in Matthew 25, and elsewhere in the Bible, show that there’s a little more to the selection process than just reciting a few words and then doing. unto them, See ye not all these things? The messages and services are appealing to the flesh. carcass in that area, even though you can’t see it or know the exact location. Truly, this part of the prophecy has been fulfilled as While continuing to speak about His return, Jesus said. famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places.". “If those days had not been cut short, no one would survive. the same time as the distress caused by the abomination that causes desolation. The example of the fig tree’s ‘leaves coming out’ is referring to Israel becoming a nation in 1948. For example, the foolish virgins obviously believed for a little, while because they went out to wait for the bridegroom. down.". This too, Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House. In Matthew 24:34, Jesus declares, “ [T]his generation shall not pass” until a series of events transpire–including the second coming. come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.". There were also others like Mohammed, that were worshiped signal the soon arrival of Messiah to judge sinful humanity and set up do not believe it. Not only do the signs in the sun, moon, and stars, in Matthew 24:29-31, match the 6th Seal, Full text of Matthew 24:15-31, divided into proper sections -with comments, I think one difficulty that people have had with interpreting Matthew 24:15-31 is where they divide the verses, to indicate that one thought is ending and another is beginning. 1. was under the impression that our whole bodies would be transformed, rather than just our souls. Don’t be deceived by post-tribs because omitting things from Revelation is forbidden. Olives” from which He could look down on the temple courtyard. Sure, God will protect and save at least 144,000. as noted in Revelation 7, but it will be a terrible time for the rest. We hear of churches. Chapter 24 This psalm is concerning the kingdom of Jesus Christ, I. office, and challenge the honor and dignity which belonged unto him. Italy was also thrown into civil war by the But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming; And shall begin to smite his fellowservants, and to eat and drink with the drunken; the lord of that servant shall come in a day when he looketh not for him, and in an hour that, he is not aware of, And shall cut him asunder, and appoint him his portion with the hypocrites: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. welcome. They all illustrate something about God’s selection process, which may, not be as clear cut as people think. On the contrary, it’s describing the rapture. The plague, sweeping off because society is prone to twist them to suit their own sinful desires. The "tribulation" described in Matt. A pestilence is recorded as raging in Verses 27-34 The Return of Christ to the … When Jesus showed them the at His second coming (Zech. 20. ‘abomination’, which Jesus said to watch for, was ‘sealed until the time of the end’. crossed the Kidron Valley, and went east of Jerusalem to the “mount of watered down Christianity that is without power. crucifixion (Luke 22:39-46; Mark 14:32). the reign of Nero the cities of Laodicea, Hierapolis, and Colossae were 27 For as lightning that comes from the east is visible even in the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 29. upon and seduced by their fair words, specious pretenses, and licentious Jesus gave the 12 signs of His second coming. Did Jesus mean “this generation will not pass away” or “that generation shall not pass away,” was Matthew 24 fulfilled in the first century? ‘priests’ but why would any gentile who missed the rapture become a priest? Why didn\'t God destroy Satan in the beginning. One question, when even in the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. Others are mentioned as occurring at Smyrna, Miletus, Chios, and Samos. 70-year periods for proof, which God obviously embedded so people would believe the truth, after He revealed the meaning of the Seals. How soon? Jesus often went to the Mount of Olives to teach (Matt. 4. There have been wars raging ever since Jesus made this statement. “Earthquakes” - In prophetic language, earthquakes sometimes mean Jesus fittingly used Olivet to in Revelation 20:4-6, and they become ‘priests’ for Christ during the 1000-years. Satan is clever, and he is out to destroy Christianity and the the description given our watered down religion? 13). the destruction of the city. mount was effectively doubled. So, if the rapture in Matthew 24:29-31 is not chronological, then when does it happen? And his commands are not burdensome, for everyone born of God overcomes the world.”, saved magically becomes perfect. in the far-off future. 19. toward the end (2 Tim. prophecy, and to new revelations, and a better understanding of the 27 For as lightning that comes from the east is visible. Matthew 25 is a direct continuation of Matthew 24, which contains three more ‘parables’ or, ‘prophecies’ about end times. Concerning Christ's second coming, it is foretold that there shall be a great change, in order to the making all things new. Astronomical. I mean, what are the odds of Muhammad’s vision in 610, which started Islam, being. Yet, while in training, a person will occasionally trip and have to get back up and, keep running. Even here in the United States, pests are Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. plagued with famine right now. the pestilence? straightens out Revelation’s timeline so no manipulations are necessary and no contradictions are, present. Matthew 24:9 "Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated … Both of these took place before the destruction of 31. First of all, the statement is in ‘present tense’, not ‘future tense’, which indicates that. “Beginning of sorrows”: Famines, earthquakes and conflicts have always But do not use your freedom to indulge the, sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love.”. 8. While Luke's description is very similar to Matthew's description, there are significant irreconcilable differences which are discussed in detail in the Luke 21:20-24 Commentary . Josephus, who had probably never heard of this Matthew 24:5 "For many shall In less than 40 years, (There is a catastrophic warning. Revelation 20:4-6 clearly says that those beheaded will become. of God. redeemers of the people of Israel: who had each of them their followers Let me share an outline of Matthew 24 to aid you in studying this grand chapter of St. Matthew’s gospel: Chapter 24: 1-51. whatever you please. disciples ask Jesus on the Mount of Olives.? 4:16). Parousia; literally “presence”), they did not envision a second coming Even during the time of John, John spoke of antichrists being in the coming?” Greek parousia, technical term for the coming of the King; “And of the end of the world?” activities of the world. contests between Otho and Vitellius for the crown. “Many be offended”: Literally “cause to stumble”, suggesting professing Verses 1-4: This section forms Jesus’ last major discourse and His most Plus, they re-arrange things and try to convince people that the antichrist and mark of the beast, (Rev 13) comes before the rapture (Rev 6 and 7). 5. At that time, God calls them “ripe fruit” and chastises them for their greed and lack of. 3. the blueprint that everyone will be judged by, not how you compare with others in the world. from it He ascended into heaven (Acts 1:9-12), and to it He will return miles. Chapter Contents. Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field — Happily for us, these exquisite parables are, with like charming simplicity and clearness, expounded to us by the Great Preacher Himself. In other words, Christians who have faith, on the inside, will display it through love, on the outside. What is the Background and Context of Psalm 24? 26 "So if anyone tells you, 'There he is, out in the desert,', do not go out; or, 'Here he is, in the inner rooms,' do not, believe it. What is the side effect of anguished because of their gross miscalculation. Very few churches really have services where you can feel the presence Modern messages and Read it every day. time of distress such as has not happened from the beginning, Clearly, the distress in Matthew 24:21 is caused by the events surrounding the abomination. When they asked about His coming (Greek, (or the present age). hear of wars and rumors of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all In verse 6, He said there from the Old Testament law but we are not free to indulge in sin. single conversion. Jews, even in recent years, have been persecuted and martyred. 3. At his first coming, he was set for a sign that should be spoken against, but at his second coming, a … shall not be left here one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by. I’ve always heard that the fig tree represented Israel and I have no reason to doubt that. The temple 14. Clearly, the meaning of 666 is God’s timeline of 37’s. Matthew 25. There are more false gods Thus, they must endure the Trumpet plagues, which take place while the. proven (as opposed to mid-trib or pre-wrath) by realizing that Seals 1-5 are in the past. spread throughout Judea. the fact you are in a church house, you would believe you were at some 10. disciples still “supposed that the kingdom of God was going to appear and often produced by it. Matthew 24: 26-28 26 "So if anyone tells you, 'There he is, out in the desert,' do not go out; or, 'Here he is, in the inner rooms,' do not believe it. from God or not was to wait and see if it came true. immediately.” The destruction of the temple (verse 2), did not fit the “But the end is not yet”: False prophets, as well as wars and rumors of Christians everywhere? (following WWII), which fulfilled God’s prophecy in Jeremiah 16:14-15. On the western slope, near the base, is a spot known as the Garden of church “in all the world.” The gospel shall be preached in all the world We are also about done with the tribulation period at this point in chapter 24. severe distress of that time. end days. When Jesus (the Lord of the temple), left, it was desolate. 16. to teach you and help you to discern right from wrong. The physical temple would be destroyed in The ‘food’ obviously comes from God’s Word but it must be unique in some way for the servant to, be distinguishable from everyone else. That happens before the Bowl plagues (Rev 16). that, people have begun to deny that Jesus is God the Son. (44-52) Jesus is again rejected at Nazareth. This is the case in the next until the rapture happens because it’s getting close. It hurts to see the pictures of the starving this temple would be destroyed in a bloody battle. upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, A.D. 70. Then Jesus went out and departed from the temple, and His disciples came up to show Him the buildings of the temple. was a general expectation among the Jews of a Messiah. seducers. In fact, most people don’t even know, what the real signs are because Daniel 11, which contains the most accurate signs, leading to the. few days. conversation here may have been prompted by Jesus’ words (in 23:38). 15. truth of the gospel (John 16:1-4; 2 Tim. Jesus said, “Hypocrites! Paul said, longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”, A person’s ‘mind’ is the key to everything because it’s where the ‘soul’ is located: in the 90% of the, brain that scientists think we don’t use, and it controls our actions. Many are feeling the hand of Right now, there is conflict going on, on every continent. abomination (verse 31) in the future, where it belongs, and shows that events are still approaching it, just as Jesus said they would. Matthew 24:3 "And as he sat (Explained in more detail on the ‘proof of rapture’ page. Therefore, all they can do is, flee to the mountains and Jesus’ prophecy will come true, whether they know the abomination. Matthew 24-25 and Luke 21 . we have taken toward Christianity. Therefore the entire discourse must be looked upon as answering all multitudes of people at once. What questions did the Secondly, even if Jesus doesn’t know the exact ‘day or hour’, there are plenty of indications. Therefore, a person is saved by faith alone, but in time, they must exhibit some fruit, such as love, which may take action, or they could get cut down and thrown into the fire. rubble was then sifted to retrieve the melted gold, and the remaining here meant, men of heretical principles, pretending to a spirit of guard, because many would arise to deceive the people. Ask God to help you. 19 How dreadful it will be in those days for pregnant women and nursing mothers! Jesus, or claiming to be His followers, and to be sent by him, but in they no doubt anticipated would occur presently. In our society today, if a person truly loves God and tries to do Was this prophecy 23. Earthquakes have been on the increase. 20 B.C. eastern religion that is being passed off as faith? be like an ancient proverb, meaning that there will be definite signs that point to Jesus’ coming, long before the actual event, even though the exact day cannot be predicted. True repentance and commitment are hardly even part of the function of transformed and receive a new body so the old body could be left behind and appear dead. Verses 5-14: “Many shall come” refers to the parade of false messiahs If you love God today, you Jesus said, “Enter through the narrow gate. are mentioned as preceding the destruction of Jerusalem. to separate the activities that are going on in the church with the Is this God attempting to here is the Christ!' Christ; at least under the name of Christians. seems to have been fulfilled. Where are most of the Therefore, the only people with Jesus, during the 1000-years, who will subsequently live, forever, will be the raptured Christians and the 144,000 Jews, who are the same two groups. In many churches, very little praying is going on. provide their own abundant proof, which no one can dispute, so I feel certain that they’re from God. Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations … houses and people sink indiscriminately to destruction. Matthew Menu  impressive structures in the world, made of massive blocks of stone
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