Pastor Greg Laurie explains the biblical facts surrounding the Antichrist, including his role in defying and taking the place of Jesus, declaring war on believers, and establishing global control through a cashless society. He also discusses the rapture, the restraining force that keeps evil from spreading, and the importance of being rapture-ready by having Jesus live inside of you. [... more]

The Antichrist is a coming world leader empowered by Satan, who will be charismatic, intelligent, and able to solve global problems, but ultimately reveal his true evil nature. He will be a fake Christ, deifying Satan and opposing Jesus Christ, and will dominate the globe through a one-world government, economy, and religion. The Antichrist will also be a master of deception, performing miracles and signs to deceive people, and will have a mock death and resurrection. Ultimately, the Antichrist will be defeated by Jesus Christ, who will return to judge the world and save those who believe in Him. [... more]