The twelve apostles mirror the twelve tribes of Israel, not only in number but in purpose, betrayal, and restoration. One apostle falls into betrayal, so did Dan. Both are replaced, pointing to God’s unbreakable purpose in covenant continuity and...
The names Gog and Magog appear in both the Old and New Testaments, and they are the subject of much speculation and confusion. In Ezekiel 38:2, the Lord commands the prophet, “Son of man, set your face against Gog, of the land of Magog, the prince of Rosh,...
The phrase “the blessed hope” comes from Titus 2:13, which says, “Looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.” This verse does not speak of death or judgment, but of an anticipated event, the...
The Word of God, taken literally, establishes a clear prophetic order that renders the post-tribulation rapture untenable. If we rightly divide the Word and do not spiritualize what is plainly stated, the return of Christ for His Church must come before the wrath...
The Heavenly Jerusalem is a real, literal city that has been prepared by God for those who belong to Him. It is not symbolic, not allegorical, and not merely a spiritual concept: it is the eternal dwelling place of the saints. Hebrews 11:10 speaks of Abraham...
Hell is one of the most serious, sobering doctrines in Scripture. It is also one of the most debated, especially when it comes to the question of the nature and duration of punishment for the wicked. This study is not based on emotional reaction or tradition, but...
The destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D. was a pivotal moment in history, both in fulfillment of Jesus’ prophecies and as a turning point for the Jewish people. In Matthew 24:2, Jesus, looking at the temple, said, "Assuredly, I say to you, not one stone shall...
Throughout Scripture, God reveals His relationship to His people using the imagery of marriage. In the New Testament, the specific title "Bride of Christ" is given to the Church, the called-out body of born-again believers from Pentecost until the Rapture. Paul...
There is a place in Scripture shrouded in darkness and dread: a place called the bottomless pit, or the abyss. When opened, it does not release gas or ash. It releases judgment. demons/">Demonic beings, restrained by God until their appointed hour, are loosed...
Cherubim are not chubby baby angels as popular art suggests. In Scripture, they are mighty, fearsome, and holy creatures that dwell in the presence of God and serve Him with awe and power. They are among the highest-ranking beings in the heavenly order, and their...
