Bible Prophecy Daily

Jake McCandless provides a compelling comparison using Charles Dickens' famous quote from A Tale of Two Cities, about the best of times and the worst of times during pre-revolution London and Paris, with the end-of-the-age Church. Throughout his Stand Firm events and teachings, Jake often quotes that the Bible gives a detailed picture of the church at the end of the age. Most of that picture is heart-breaking, as Scripture warns of many who turn away from the Faith; but in the middle of such devastating passages there are prophecies of the Church being what it truly should be. Jake walks through a passage that contains both sides of this double edge sword of the end-time Church. In Matthew 24:9-14, one can find the worst news about the Church and its ultimate accomplishment. This dichotomy of the end-of-the-age Church is worded explicitly in Scripture, but it has also manifested itself throughout history as the Church has been persecuted.

Ron Wallace explains a possible interpretation of the 2,300 days of Daniel chapter 8. This will also involve a suggested scenario for the building of the temple during the Millennium - the 1,000 year reign of Jesus.

Dr. Michael Weis, with Zion's Hope, defines "This Generation," a phrase that has garnered no small amount of controversy. While we may think this is only mentioned in a few passages, in fact there are different ways this phrase is used. Find out how the Bible defines it, and why it matters for us today!

Chris White continues his multi-part study about the beasts in Daniel and Revelation. In this episode, Chris presents an in-depth discussion about the 7-Headed 10-Horned Beast as found in Daniel 2.

Travis Snow discusses the historical observance of Sukkot (i.e., the Feast of Tabernacles) in ancient Israel, and also highlights its messianic and eschatological layers. If you appreciate this teaching and want to go even deeper in the subject matter, check out Travis’ new book, The Biblical Feasts and the Return of Jesus, and visit his website shilohmedia.org.

Marquis Laughlin examines what King Solomon taught about the last days. What can we learn from Israel’s greatest King whom the Lord specifically blessed with great wisdom? What principles did Solomon understand? Marquis discusses the principles Solomon articulates in Ecclesiastes that reveal how he understood God’s plan for mankind.

Ron Wallace relates a few general principles about prayer, and then discusses what kind of prayer guidelines the believer should follow in view of the second coming of Jesus. For believers, prayer is a very comforting and powerful activity God has designed for fellowshipping with His children, believers in the Lord Jesus Christ. Whether prayer revolves around praise, giving of thanks, praying for others or for self, it all revolves around the principle of trust in what God has done and what He has promised to do. This message will help you develop “faith rest”, as the days of Christ’s second coming draw near.

Dr. Michael Weis of Zion's Hope tackles two more End Times terms: "The End of the Age" and "The Age to Come". These terms are connected, but how does the Bible define them? You may be surprised to learn that it is not as complex as some make it. Find out how God's Word and Jewish theology define them - and why it matters - in this Bible Prophecy Daily episode of "Defining End Times Terms...Biblically".

Bob Hunt of Zion’s Hope in Winter Garden, Florida concludes his five-part series “Past, Present or Future”. The goal of this series is to look at Daniel’s profound prophecy, found in Daniel 9:24-27, one verse at a time. This text is hotly debated and two positions appear to rise above the rest. The first view, which Bob labels the Symbolist view, determines that the events described by Daniel have substantially all occurred in the past. Also, any reference to years is not to be taken literally, but more symbolically with a theological point of view. In addition, Daniel’s 70th week began in the first century and continues until the return of Jesus Christ. The second view, labeled the Literalist view, considers Daniel’s 70 weeks to be literally understood. The events are real events in time and the passage of time can be reasonably calculated. The Literalist understands the events of the 70th week as not having taken place, thus a future fulfillment is necessary. In this last session Bob will conclude by answering the Symbolist question, “if this week is so important and future coming, then why is Daniel 9:27 the only Scripture text mentioning it?” The answer to this question will demonstrate a future fulfillment of this week and show how many other texts tie nicely into Daniel’s 70th week prophecy. Finally a conclusion will be made concerning Daniel’s prophecy. The Literalist point of view in these five sessions is more than reasonable. Careful consideration should be given when determining which viewpoint to hold. We need always to consider how the original audience would have interpreted this prophecy. It is highly unlikely that Daniel would have received this message in any other way other than literally.

In this session, Charles Cooper concludes his defense for rejecting the dominant views on the timing of the rapture. He delineates why he is convinced that the synthetic view of the timing of the rapture best explains the textual details in Scripture. Taking the strengths of the Pre-, Mid-, and Post-trib positions and adding the defining straight of the PreWrath position, Cooper sets forth the four pillars that must undergird the correct rapture position. Cooper insists that if his position is viable, one must see in the Revelation About Christ a significant gathering of God’s people to heaven near the beginning of God’s eschatological wrath on earth. Seven passages in Revelation may support an indirect reference to the rapture: Revelation 3:10; 4:1-2; 7:9-17; 11:11-19; 12:1-5; 14:14-16; and 19:11-20:4. Each passage has been espoused by at least one of the dominant rapture positions.

Jake McCandless continues his series, "Prophetic Lessons from Covid". In this series Jake reflects on the Covid-19 pandemic and the faith fallout with it, seeing it as a “test run” or “shot across the bow”. For those tracking in Bible prophecy before the pandemic they had the unique experience of being warned, being called to try to warn, and then seeing it come to pass in some way. Very few prophetic voices have been able to see such a hint of what they were warned about come to pass. It’s time we reflect on the possible prophetic lessons from that time. What lessons can be learned prophetically from covid? This episode is for watchmen or watchwomen who not only track Bible prophecy and its unfolding, but who also help others prepare. Due to what they see being fulfilled, most watchmen feel the end of the age is soon upon us. How the events of Covid took a reprieve and didn’t usher in The End should teach us that prophetic events won’t happen as soon as we think. For one generation it will, but not for all. Watchmen need to keep the urgency, but balance it with God’s patience.

Marquis Laughlin examines the Apostle Peter’s understanding of the Last Days. What can we learn from Peter’s dramatic change in perspective when it comes to the last days and the timing of Jesus’ return? What mistakes did Peter make in his initial understanding that we can learn from and avoid? What insight into the Old Testament does Peter share with us about God’s plan for mankind and the timing of the return and reign of Jesus?

Chris White starts a new study about the beasts found in the books of Daniel and Revelation. Take your Bibles and turn to Daniel 7, Revelation 12-13 and Revelation 17 for this interesting study.

Travis Snow discusses the popular view that the Rapture will bring the Feast of Trumpets to its prophetic fulfillment. Travis also offers new insights into the historical significance of this festival, and how it points forward to events in the millennial kingdom. For further study about Travis' discussion, you can read his recently published book The Biblical Feasts and the Return of Jesus.

Ron Wallace discusses the scene in heaven, when the Apostle John's is taken there by a vision in 96 AD. John is shown symbols of who is there, and what is being done in preparation for the future. Ron also discusses the shortcomings of the Revelation 4:1 rapture theory.

In this session, Charles Cooper begins a study of the Book of Revelation with the intent to determine which passage most likely evidences the timing of the rapture. In this introductory session, Cooper explains that the correct view is a synthetic view that adopts the biblically defensible truths taken from the three dominant views of previously held rapture positions, i.e., Pre-, Mid-, and Posttribulationism. Cooper highlights the pros and cons of each rapture position, which have prevented each position from becoming the single majority view.

Marquis Laughlin examines what the Apostle Peter learned and taught about the Last Days. The Apostle Peter may have been the one person who looked forward to Christ’s Kingdom the most. Known as “the Apostle of Hope”, his view of the timing and nature of the coming reign of Christ changed dramatically as he came into a deeper knowledge of God. Peter reminds us to not forget “this one fact” when it comes to the timing of the Lord’s return. Unfortunately, this “one fact” is something the modern church rarely teaches and has largely forgotten.

Jake McCandless continues his series, "Prophetic Lessons from Covid". In this series Jake reflects on the Covid-19 pandemic and the faith-fallout with it, seeing it as a “test run” or “shot across the bow”. For those tracking in Bible prophecy before the pandemic, they had the unique experience of being warned, being called to try to warn, and then seeing it come to pass in some way. Very few prophetic voices have been able to see such a hint of what they were warned about come to pass. It’s time we reflect on the possible prophetic lessons from that time. What lessons can be learned prophetically from Covid? Though God guides us through His Word and the direction of the Holy Spirit, He doesn’t stay on our cases. We need to learn that we are to step forward courageously in obedience even in silence. Watchmen need to learn that God will not hammer them with daily reminders, but that doesn’t mean He has changed His mind or voided their calling.

Michael Ufferman, a Zion’s Hope teaching staff member, continues his series of messages entitled: “Christ: Yesterday, Today, and Forever”. In this part 3, he shows how Scripture is very clear that, though it says “no man has seen God”, Abraham did see God. This is when God’s triune, three-in-one nature becomes important. Nobody has seen God, the Father, but the visible manifestation of God is seen in God, the Son. Before Christ was born to Mary, His pre-incarnate being was seen as the “Angel of the Lord”. The series continues in Part 4.

Holly Pivec shares three more reasons why knowing the Bible’s End-Times prophecies is important. In her previous episode, Holly explained the first three reasons. To learn more about the New Apostolic Reformation ("NAR") movement, which has many extreme and unbiblical teachings about the end times, see Holly’s co-authored book, Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church. To go deeper, see her other co-authored books, A New Apostolic Reformation?: A Biblical Response to a Worldwide Movement and God’s Super-Apostles: Encountering the Worldwide Prophets and Apostles Movement. To receive Holly’s podcasts and interviews, subscribe to her new YouTube channel.

Ron Wallace teaches that Jesus exhorted the disciples and, by application, all believers concerning the importance of being faithful to Christian virtues. In view of any hardship, suffering or persecution - not only at this present time in our lives - but even more so during the time of the future Great Tribulation, prayerful trust in God's character and plan will prepare the believer to stand before the Lord with confidence and not be ashamed when He returns!

Michael Ufferman, a Zion’s Hope teaching staff member, continues his series of messages entitled: “Christ: Yesterday, Today, and Forever”. In this part 2 of his series, Michael discusses the nature of the Son of God and His purpose to bear witness of God. As such, Michael shows biblical proof of Christ’s pre-existence of God’s creative act, which confirms Christ is God, and how He transcended time to bear witness of God to the likes of Abram/Abraham and others.

In this special podcast, David Rosenthal continues his interview with Dr. Alan Kurschner, author of Pretrib: Examining the Foundations of Pretribulation Theology. In part 2 of this discussion, Dr. Kurschner addresses the assumption that the rapture is not part of the Second Coming. He describes various events associated with the return of Jesus and corrects an assumption that some have, reminding us that there are many events that will occur when Jesus returns. Learn about this and more in "Pretrib - Examining the Foundations of Pretribulational Rapture Theology, Part 2."

This special podcast includes Zion’s Hope President David Rosenthal as he interviews Dr. Alan Kurschner, director of Eschatos Ministries and author of Pretrib: Examining the Foundations of Pretribulation Theology. In this insightful discussion, Dr. Kurschner refutes several foundational premises (or suppositions) upon which Pretrib Rapturism is grounded, including the claim that God does not work with the Church and Israel at the same time. Kurschner counters with several biblical examples showing that God does work with both simultaneously, and will do so again at the Rapture.

Ron Wallace reviews the nature of the tribulation through a study of Matthew 24:9-14. And he explains what it means when Jesus said that the tribulation will be cut short.

Michael Ufferman, a Zion’s Hope teaching staff member, begins a series of messages entitled: “Christ: Yesterday, Today, and Forever”. In this session, he briefly addresses how God is identified in the Testaments of Scripture. He explains the differentiations in the various basic names of God, their spellings, and capitalizations. In this discussion, Michael also explains the concept of the “tri-unity of God”. This will lay the foundation for addressing Scripture references and understanding who is speaking to people like Abram/Abraham, Hagar, and others, in the series, which continues in Part 2.

Charles Cooper continues his look at the nations that are necessary to end human history as we know it. Cooper sees Persia (Iran), Cush (Ethiopia), and Put (Libya) as depicted in Ezekial 38-39 dealing with the end of the Millennial Kingdom of Jesus Christ and not the end of Daniel's final Week.

Bob Hunt has been examining Daniel 9:24-27 verse by verse. This detailed study focuses on two main viewpoints. The first is whether these verses have already occurred in our past or does any of it have a future fulfillment. The second point is whether these verses are to be taken literally or symbolically with a theological meaning. The literalist understands the years and events described by Daniel in a natural sense with common understanding. Specifically, "a year is a year". Therefore Daniel’s 70 weeks are 490 literal years. The symbolist finds it necessary to view these verses in a symbolic manner, and understands a theological meaning behind Daniel’s words. Thus segments of time are presenting theological events and are not to be seen as literal years. Bob has challenged the listener to gather the evidence of both viewpoints and then make a determination as to which one is most reasonable. In this exposition of Daniel 9:27 Bob will present again both the symbolists understanding and the literalists viewpoint. The symbolist understands this verse to be a description of the events occurring in verse 26. Jesus Christ is the maker of the new covenant. The destroyer of the city and temple in 70AD is the Roman general Titus who brings an end to sacrifice and offering. The 70th week of Daniel includes the temple destruction in the middle. The last part of the 70th week is a time when believers are continually added and will continue until the return of Jesus Christ. There is no 7 year period of time coming in the future. The literalist argues that the chronological aspect of Daniel's teaching continues. The one week is a literal 7-year segment of time yet to come. This week will bring about the end of the age. In the middle of this week, 3-½ years, sacrifice and offering will end. This necessitates the building of a new temple, but likely much less ornate than in the past. Finally the one who rises in the middle of this week and destroys, will himself be destroyed. This “one” is the biblical Antichrist. Since a period of time like this and a person this evil has yet to appear in history, a futurist perspective must be held. The interpretation of this verse broadens the gap between the literalist and the symbolist. The impact of choosing one or the other will affect so many other eschatological passages. So choose carefully by deciding which one is most reasonable.

Marquis Laughlin examines Judas’ betrayal of Jesus and what it reveals about His return. Jesus said that He had to be betrayed to fulfill scripture, but which ones? And what can we learn from the verses Jesus quoted about the ultimate persecution of believers by the Antichrist?

Jake McCandless continues his series, Prophetic Lessons from Covid. In this series Jake reflects on the covid19 pandemic and the faith fallout with it, seeing it as a “test run” or “shot across the bow”. For those tracking in Bible prophecy before the pandemic they had the unique experience of being warned, being called to try to warn, and then seeing it come to pass in some way. Very few prophetic voices have been able to see such a hint of what they were warned about come to pass. It’s time we reflect on the possible prophetic lessons from that time. What lessons can be learned prophetically from covid? This episode is for those who have been tracking prophecy and those new to it. Jake shares needed insight for anyone who would like to help others when the last days events come. This insight isn’t for the faint at heart but is needed.

Charles Cooper highlights the significant role Egypt has played, and will play, in Bible history. God has a special place in his heart for the Egyptian people, which Isaiah calls "my people." There has been fear among some that the low birthrate in Egypt might see a significant decline in the Egyptian people, but rest assured, God's prophetic depicted role of the Egyptians will not fail. Egypt will be there at the end.

Dr. Michael Weis explores an important and interesting subject that is connected to other areas within one's own prophetic views: defining who or what The Restrainer is, mentioned by the Apostle Paul in 2 Thessalonians 2. Who or what is this? Many views are proposed and Dr. Weis briefly looks into each one, to see if it is valid or not, as he continues to biblically define important End Times Terms!

Chris White discusses the theory that the Solomon's temple (and the Herodian temple) was 600 feet away from where it is currently believed to have been.

Bob Hunt continues his verse-by-verse examination of this important eschatological passage. As he unpacks the passage he will focus in on whether these verses should be held as being in the “Past, Present or Future”. A person’s view will have many theological and eschatological implications. If all in the past then Daniel’s seventieth week has a far different meaning than if in the future. A second focal point is whether these verses were intended to be taken symbolically or literally. If symbolically then dating is less significant as we unfold the symbolic meaning behind the various events. If literally, then we should be able to point to times when these events took place. In the first two sessions, concerning verses 9:24-25, we saw how it was reasonable to hold to a literal view and see dates and times as historically recorded. In this third session, Bob will continue to look at these two focal points. Most will agree that the events in verse 9:26 have already occurred in our past and are recorded in our history books. However, when comparing the symbolic view to the literal view the differences become strikingly apparent. The symbolic view sees this verse starting with Jesus baptism or cross and continuing until His return (still in our future). During this time the temple and city are destroyed and the nation of Israel is no longer the focal point. Since Jesus has not returned those alive today are living in the second half of Daniel’s seventieth week. This will be further investigated and explained in session four. In contrast the literalist continues to interpret these verses as literal years and events. However they cannot simply add the seven years after the seven weeks and sixty-two weeks because then the prophecy would have ended in 37AD. Bob Hunt discusses the need and plausibility of inserting a gap of time in between the sixty-ninth week and the seventieth week. This gap of time pushes the final seven years into our future. This maintains a literal point of view and a futurist view for the completion of Daniel’s prophecy. The purpose of this gap is also explained. Rather than replacing Israel the gospel is preached and gentiles are added to the tree while maintaining Israel as a nation. Romans 11:25-26 offers a great explanation. In conclusion Bob challenges the listener to consider all the arguments and determine the most reasonable point of view, symbolic or literal. Either most, or all, of the events of Daniel 9:24-27 have occurred or there is a seven year period of time yet to be experienced.

Jake McCandless shares his family’s take-away from a recent trip to Israel. For years through Jake’s seminars, You Are Here and Church, We Must Get Israel Right, he has shared how Bible prophecy has been being fulfilled right before our eyes, especially through the return of Jews to the land of Israel. This summer Jake and his family got a firsthand look at those fulfilled prophecies and realized there was more than he even realized. In this episode, he shares what he saw and focuses on his daughter’s favorite site. She said that if the world could see this site, then they would believe that God and His Word was true. Along the way Jake provides Biblical context to his family's take-aways, and breaks down the Bible’s second most prolific prophecy. Jake can be invited to share one of his seminars at your church or event through www.standfirmministries.com.

Travis Snow discusses the Biblical Feasts and the Return of Jesus. He shows how Passover, the Feast of Weeks, the Feast of Trumpets, the Day of Atonement, and the Feast of Tabernacles offer a beautiful mosaic picture of events that will unfold after the Second Coming. To learn more about this topic, also check out Travis’ new book The Biblical Feasts and the Return of Jesus on Amazon or visit shilohmedia.org.

Marquis Laughlin looks at the rise of the Antichrist and the source of his power. He discusses how this might look to unbelievers when it happens. Discover how the world is quickly being prepared to accept, worship, and follow what is coming, and how you can use this information to share the Gospel.

Chris White concludes his multi-part study on the war of Gog and Magog by answering questions that disagree with his theory.

Janet Willis takes time out from her series on the New Jerusalem to explain the adversity that originally motivated her to begin that study. She shares how the Lord prepared her for what was ahead in her life. She gives specific ways of how God, in His compassion and wisdom, can prepare us for whatever lies ahead in our lives.

Ron Wallace presents what he perceives to be the meaning of the seven seals of the book of The Revelation. From the beginning of the 70th week of Daniel, to the start of the tribulation, to Christ's glorious return in the clouds of the sky, and to the summoning up of all things in Christ, the book of The Revelation presents a road map that leads to the perfect peace and joy in the eternal kingdom. This brief analysis of the seven seals is an interesting survey of some of the events on that road map.

Holly Pivec shares three reasons why knowing the Bible’s end-times prophecies is important, despite the wariness many Christians have about a subject that has been taught poorly. While we should not become obsessively fixated on the end-times prophecies, we also must not neglect them, because they increase our confidence in God’s Word and stimulate holy living. To learn more about the New Apostolic Reformation movement, which has many extreme and unbiblical teachings about the end times, see Holly’s co-authored book, Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church.

Ron Wallace presents a general overview of the history of Israel. Specifically he will teach about God's purpose for that nation in fulfilling the Messianic promise by bringing a Savior into the world. Of course, it is the sacrifice of Christ on the cross that provides redemption for sin and freedom from the penalty of sin for everyone who believes in Him. Ron will also give an orientation to mankind's sin problem, and trace the progress of Israel to its glorious future in the earthly Kingdom of Christ.

Dr. Michael Weis continues his series on Defining End Times Terms Biblcially. Today, he discusses "The Antichrist". For centuries Christians have tried to figure out who, or what the "antichrist" is within Scripture. There have been, and continue to be numerous views and "definitions" about the identity of this individual, and whether that person is believed to still be coming. Join Dr. Weis as he delves into Scripture to find out who this antichrist is, and what will be in his character, along with some lessons for us to learn today.

Charles Cooper continues his discussion concerning the importance of certain countries in connection with the beginning and completion of Daniel's final week. Just as it is necessary for Israel and Assyria to have a physical presence on the world map prior to the beginning of Daniel's final week, so must Ammon, Moab, and Edom. The absence of these three countries on the world map indicates that the imminent beginning of Daniel's final week is impossible. Listen as Cooper explains why!

Michael Ufferman continues his message from part one and compares the "Days of Noah," to what and when Noah knew about the coming flood of his day. Michael compares this to the days of the Lord's coming wrath, which is yet future. When will the Lord's wrath come? Will there be signs of its soon arrival? Will we know the day or the hour when His wrath is about to fall? Comparing what Noah knew in his day is an eye opener for what to watch for in the days ahead.

Bob Hunt continues his study of Daniel 9:24-27. The two overarching areas of emphasis are first, whether these verses are concerning our past, present or our future and secondly, should we interpret this section literally or would a symbolic theological approach be better. Each session of this study will focus on one verse and unpack the meaning in light of these two concerns. Then in conclusion we will summarize our findings to draw an overall conclusion. There are several views on this passage and many will debate it vigorously. Therefore, when a section like this is studied we gather evidence and then choose the most reasonable interpretation. Session one pointed to a more literal interpretation as being the most probable. In this second-part epsiode, we will unpack verse 25 with the same two areas of concern in mind. This verse is describing events that have all concluded in the past. The starting point may be debated, but all commentators and theologians agree that the first coming of Jesus Christ is the end. Thus all 483 years laid out by Daniel have already occurred. It is the second point that raises much debate and discussion. Those who take a more symbolic view of these 483 years hold to a starting point of 538BC and conclude with Jesus first coming. This period of time, with this approach, covers about 570 years and therefore they say it must be symbolic. It depicts a time of great struggle for the Jewish people leading up to the Messiah. Those who hold to a literal view of this timeline point to another starting point. There are several theologians and historians who demonstrate how 483 years can be shown literally. The 49 years in this verse describe the time needed to rebuild Jerusalem. This was done under great distress as written in Ezra and Nehemiah. If we can interpret a passage in a more literal way with a natural reading and common understanding then this should be our first approach. Certainly, Daniel would have understood it that way. Be sure to look for Daniel 9:24-27 “Past, Present or Future” Part Three as we look at verse 9:26.

Charles Cooper continues his discussion of Eschatological Geography: The World Map at the Return of Jesus Christ. Today, Cooper describes the spiritual significance of recent historical events concerning the Assyrian people and their traditional homeland. The Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL) had a far more significant agenda than most Western Christians think. Just as one can see Satanic opposition to God's agenda in many historically significant events in the Bible that at first glance did not have explicit reference to Satan. The book of Esther, Isil's attempt to drive out the Assyrian Christians from their traditional homeland, has more to do with God's eschatological promise than many might know. Listen as Cooper explains.

Marquis Laughlin takes a new look at several scriptures that could be fulfilled through the rise of Artificial Intelligence. He reveals how the Bible predicts the rise and use of this technology, and how current plans for A.I. to write a “New” Bible might just be the most dangerous threat to truth man has ever seen. Marquis lists 9 scriptures that could be fulfilled through the implementation of Artificial Intelligence.

Michael Ufferman addresses the passage in Scripture that refers to the phrase, "As it was in the days of Noah". In part one of this two part presentation, Michael asks, "What were the days of Noah like? What did Noah know regarding the coming flood? When did Noah find out how much time he had before the flood would destroy the earth? Did Noah know the day and the hour the flood would begin?" This short series answers these questions and more!