Second Coming
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Spiritual Prostitution of the Churches with Political Powers in Revelation 17
A biblical and historicist Seventh-day Adventist study drawing on Alberto R. Treiyer and Ellen G. White 1. What does spiritual prostitution mean in Revelation 17? Revelation 17 describes one of the most significant prophetic developments preceding the second coming of Jesus Christ: a religious system that abandons its spiritual fidelity to Christ and enters into…
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God’s Last Call | God’s Last Call (Part 13) | Steve Wohlberg
Just as God warned the world through Noah before the flood, He provides a final warning today through the Three Angels Messages found in Revelation 14. These messages serve as a divine lifeboat to prepare humanity for the second coming of Jesus Christ. By understanding this biblical prophecy, believers gain clarity on avoiding the deceptions…
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Behold a White Horse | God’s Last Call (Part 10) | Steve Wohlberg
Revelation 19 describes the dramatic return of Jesus Christ descending on a white horse to conquer evil and restore righteousness. This powerful imagery reveals a Savior acting as a holy warrior coming to judge the earth in perfect purity. Preparation for this final collision day involves turning away from worldly confusion and trusting fully in…
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The First Resurrection and Second Resurrection: Revelation 20 Explained
A dragon, bottomless pit, 1,000-year reign, fire that “devours” yet torments “forever and ever,” a second death, and two resurrections? Revelation 20 contains some of the most confusing and controversial topics in the entire Bible. But this chapter isn’t impossible to understand. In fact, when we utilize the surrounding passages and other connected verses—even verses…
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The Greatest Hope | Dr. Conrad Vine
Death is often surrounded by fear and confusion due to widespread cultural myths about the soul. The Bible offers a comforting perspective on the end of life by comparing death to a peaceful sleep. Believers find deep reassurance in the promise that the dead rest unconsciously until Christ returns. The resurrection provides the ultimate hope…
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End of the World (Part 2) | God’s Last Call (Part 4) | Steve Wohlberg
Ancient calendars and global disasters often spark fear about the end of the world. Jesus outlined clear signs in the Gospels pointing to extreme weather and worldwide anxiety. Scripture warns against date-setting since no one knows the exact hour. True preparation for the final days involves a saving relationship with Christ rather than fearfully stockpiling…
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End of the World (Part 1) | God’s Last Call (Part 3) | Steve Wohlberg
While secular predictions spark panic about the end of the world, the Bible offers reliable peace. Jesus outlined specific signs of the times in Matthew 24 involving escalating global disasters. Rather than causing fear, these biblical indicators of the second coming offer hope since God promises His comforting presence to believers until the very end…
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Undivided Loyalties! | Dr. Conrad Vine
The story of religious liberty reveals a bloody struggle from European persecution to American constitutional freedom. Biblical prophecy in Revelation predicts a drastic shift where this current haven of liberty will become a persecuting power. Believers must cultivate a firm allegiance to the coming Kingdom of God to find lasting hope and unspeakable joy amid…
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God is in Control of History (Part 2) | Dr. Conrad Vine
King Nebuchadnezzar’s prophetic dream in Daniel 2 lays out the exact rise and fall of global empires. The biblical timeline traces human history from Babylon through Rome down to the divided nations of modern Europe. This precise prophetic sequence points to the imminent arrival of a final eternal kingdom established by God to bring ultimate…
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Joyful Christianity: An Attitude of Thanksgiving (Part 05) | Pr. Pavel Goia
As the Second Coming nears, believers often focus on earthly anxieties instead of eternal joy. Shifting our prayers from constant petitions to a lifestyle of praise transforms the spiritual experience. Reflecting on past blessings and biblical promises builds unshakeable faith for the final crisis. An attitude of continual gratitude allows us to experience a piece…
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Spiritual Weapons for the Crisis Ahead (Part 04) | Pr. Pavel Goia
Preparing for the Second Coming requires more than passive waiting as the prophetic events of the final crisis unfold. Escaping the trap of daily routine allows believers to engage in real spiritual warfare. Putting on the whole armor of God involves constant prayer, storing scripture in the heart, and abiding continually in the Lord to…
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Unveiling Revelation 4 Pathway to the Throne Room of God
The Court Room Justice Mingled With Mercy and Hope, the 24 Elders, the Four Living Creatures, and Creation FROM THE CHURCH ON EARTH TO THE THRONE ROOM IN HEAVEN We have traveled through Revelation chapters 1–3. In chapter 1, John sees: Jesus Christ. He sees Christ walking among the seven golden lampstands. In chapters 2…
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Unveiling Sardis in Revelation 3
Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea The Reformation, the Advent Awakening, 1844, the Investigative Judgment, and the Final Church Revelation 3 is one of the most important chapters in the book of Revelation for understanding the Seventh-day Adventist prophetic identity and mission. Revelation 2 brought us through: Ephesus — the apostolic/loveless church Smyrna — the persecuted church…
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I Will Come Again | God’s Last Call (Part 1) | Steve Wohlberg
The Bible clearly presents the reality of Christ’s return to end global suffering and sorrow. The hope of the Second Coming offers profound comfort in a world filled with pain and uncertainty. A study of key scriptures, including Jesus’ promise in John 14 and the angels’ message in Acts 1, reinforces this foundational Christian belief.…
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The Twelve Illegalities in the Trial of Jesus
The Trial of Jesus from a Lawyer’s Standpoint The Arrest of Jesus was Illegal Walter M. Chandler’s Argument Chandler says the arrest contained three separate defects: It occurred at night. It was accomplished through Judas, whom Chandler regarded as an informer/accomplice. It was not the product of a proper judicial mandate designed to conduct a…
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Is Purgatory Real? | AskGod365
Beliefs about an intermediate place of purification or eternal torment contrast sharply with the biblical teaching on the state of the dead. Scripture reveals that those who pass away rest in an unconscious sleep awaiting the resurrection at the Second Coming. Christ provides complete cleansing and offers eternal life as a conditional gift rather than…
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Why Hasn’t Jesus Come Back Yet? Understanding God’s Timing
“If there is a God, He will have to beg my forgiveness.” Originally written in German, this anonymous yet commonly quoted inscription was found in the Nazi-controlled Mauthausen concentration camp. Historians often use it to frame the faith crisis experienced by victims of the Holocaust. Another anonymous inscription born from this dark period of Earth’s…
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The Good News About Hell- 5
Part 5 — The End of Sin and the Hope of the New Earth How God’s Justice, Mercy, and Love Triumph Forever Introduction: The Story Does Not End With Judgment The subject of hell is often approached from the perspective of fear: “What happens to those who reject God?” But the Bible places the emphasis…
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The Good News About Hell-2
Part 2 — The Second Death: The Bible’s Description of the Fate of the Wicked Introduction: What Happens When Sin Finally Ends? The Bible’s message about the final judgment is not primarily a message about punishment. It is a message about the end of rebellion, the restoration of creation, and the triumph of God’s love.…
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The Good News About Hell, Pt. 1: Why Hell Exists
Why Should We Study Hell’s Existence Anyway? If hell actually exists, then God must be a harsh judge. What kind of god would keep sinners alive forever in conscious suffering? If hell doesn’t exist, if Christians got the concept of divine judgment totally wrong, can we trust anything they say . . . ? You’re not alone if…
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The Good News About Hell: Why God’s Final Judgment Is Better Than Most People Believe
Few subjects evoke more fear, confusion, or sadness than God’s final judgment, otherwise known as hell. And why wouldn’t it? Longstanding Christian beliefs about hell depict a horrifying image: an eternal torture chamber where the wicked remain alive and conscious forever, suffering endlessly in flames without hope. Unsurprisingly, this image has caused countless people to…
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Is Purgatory a Real Place?
What the Bible Teaches About Death, Hell, and the Hope of the Resurrection by Reiner Kremer One of the most important questions every person must answer is: What happens when we die? Throughout history many have believed in purgatory, an intermediate place where souls are purified before entering heaven. Others believe that the righteous immediately…
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The Third Angel’s Message (1893)
Experience the transformative power of righteousness by faith and embrace a deeper understanding of the gospel. This collection of life-changing sermons presents the message of Christ’s righteousness in clear and compelling terms. Unlock the potential for a transformed life through faith in Jesus.
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Good News About Salvation
Walking the Biblical Path to Christ Through the Gospel and Steps to Christ by Reiner Kremer “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” — Romans 6:23 If someone asked, “How can I know God?” or “How can I be saved?” the Bible…