When it comes to Christian views of the end times, few systems have been as influential—or as misunderstood—as dispensationalism. From bestselling novels like Left Behind to elaborate end-times charts predicting the rapture, the...
In Christian discussions about the end times, few Bible passages are as debated—or as mysterious—as Daniel 9:24–27, often called the “70 Weeks Prophecy.” It’s frequently cited to support the idea that a Jewish temple must be rebuilt in Jerusalem...
For many Christians interested in prophecy, the idea of a rebuilt Jewish temple in Jerusalem sparks intense curiosity. Some believe that reconstructing the temple—specifically on the site where the Dome of the Rock now stands—will trigger the final...
The Book of Revelation has fascinated and perplexed readers for centuries. With its rich symbolism, dramatic visions, and apocalyptic themes, it has given rise to various schools of interpretation—Preterist, Historicist, Futurist, and Idealist—each...
I hold John Wesley in very high regard (I am, after all, Methodist!). The guy was simply amazing on so many levels. The thing I love the most is how many churches were planted under his leadership (it’s estimated that at his death Methodism...
Interestingly, scholars have long debated how the Joseph story fits into the broader Genesis narrative. Unlike the story of Abraham, whose role in the book’s literary structure is more apparent, the Joseph narrative contains fewer explicit...
I’ve said many times in many places regarding theological discussion, “Unity in the essentials, freedom in the non-essentials, and love and charity in all things!” What’s this mean? It means that God has revealed himself to...
Rapture theology, the belief that Christians will be taken up to heaven before a period of tribulation on earth, is a widely popular eschatological framework within certain evangelical circles. Made famous by the Left Behind series and reinforced by...
In light of current events, it is often times difficult to believe that Jesus is, in fact, in control. The mobilization of militant Islam, the quagmire of American politics and international relations, unending wars and threats of wars, the...
At first blush, the Synoptic Gospels (Matt, Mark, and Luke) are so different from the gospel according to John. Two of the three Synoptics start with the genealogy of Jesus (Matt and Luke). Mark jumps right into the story with John’s ministry...