John describes the New Jerusalem that all believers, Jew and Gentile, will enter into and dwell with Jesus for all eternity. Heaven isn’t just a destination, it’s an inspiration! Knowing our future, should affect the way we live in the present here on earth.
Continue readingRevelation 21 marks the end of time and the beginning of eternity. John sees the New Heaven, New Earth, and New Jerusalem, where all evil, sorrow, pain and suffering is done away with. The final revealtion from heaven is that God will dwell with us forever!
Continue readingAfter the Millennial Kingdom and the end of Satan comes the second resurrection, known as the “Great White Throne Judgment”, which ushers in the second death for those who are not children of God. Are you a child of God whose name is written in the Book of Life, or will you choose to be judged by your own works in the Books of Deeds?
Continue readingSatan is thrown into the abyss for 1000 years in order to 1) reveal the true nature of humanity 2) reveal the true nature of God 3) fulfull God’s promise to Israel to reign with them in Jerusalem 4) fulfill His promise to the earth to be completely restored. Then, at the end of the millennial kingdom, Satan will finally be thrown into the lake of fire forever!
Continue readingJesus is described as the Conquerer, Faithful & True, and as judging and waging war against injustice. The final war will be the “great supper of God”. Do you want to HAVE dinner (with God at the Wedding Supper of the Lamb), or do you want to BE dinner? The choice is yours. Reservations are being taken now…
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God’s entire plan of salvation culminates in Chapter 19 with the Wedding Supper of the Lamb! We see how the Jewish wedding customs symbolize God’s love and His plan for us from the engagement, to the betrothal, to the wedding, and how the “bride price” is based on the Father’s wealth, the Bride’s worth, & the Groom’s work.
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If we are to “be the bride in 2015”, it is our responsibility to “be on the alert” – watching for the return of our bridegroom, Jesus Christ. Three specific signs to watch for this year are 1) the economy 2) the rapture of the Church & 3) the return of the Jews to Israel. So as we see the storms brewing on the horizon, we are not to fear, but instead be comforted by the assured hope of seeing Jesus face to face!
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A summary and continuation of the New Year’s message. As we look to “be the bride” in 2015, let’s remember that a bride doesn’t need to perform to gain the love of her groom, but doesn’t sit idle and wait for him to dote on her.
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Christmas is about the reminder of Immanuel, God with us & for us! There was no room in the inn on that first Christmas… Do YOU have room for the Savior, do you seek Him anew?
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As we reflect on 2014 and look ahead in preparation for 2015, let’s remember what it means to be disciples of Jesus – Students of His way, Agents of His Word, & Ambassadors of His Kingdom!
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