The Antichrist is a counterfeit figure who opposes God and his people, leading a great rebellion within the visible church. He is a man of lawlessness, devoid of respect for God's commandments, and his nature is utter rebellion against God's authority. The Antichrist is already at work in the church, manifesting as false teaching and heresy, and will ultimately lead to the revealing of the ultimate man of lawlessness, who will be destroyed by the true Christ. [... more]

We're living in a time where our nation's foundation is crumbling, but we have a glimmer of hope for a spiritual awakening or revival. The book of Nehemiah is a blueprint for what happens when people cry out to God, confess their sins, and return to him with all of their hearts. It's a story of restoration, going back to original condition, and rebuilding the walls of protection in our lives. [... more]

Jonathan Lewis from Fathers for Fathers discusses the importance of being a faithful father, leaving a positive legacy, and modeling financial stewardship. He shares his personal story of overcoming struggles and encourages men to take responsibility for their actions, seek accountability, and prioritize their relationships with their children and God. [... more]

The New York Knicks celebrate their championship win with a parade in the Canyon of Heroes, while the World Cup continues with the US men's team facing a new challenge. Taylor Twellman joins Rich Eisen to discuss the World Cup and the US team's performance, and they also talk about Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi's impressive skills on the field. [... more]

The book of Revelation reveals a heavenly temple where Jesus Christ is present among the seven churches, encouraging faithful Christian living and warning against worldliness and idolatry. Jesus' description in the book is symbolic, representing his power and purity, and his words are determinative in judgment. The churches are reminded to remain faithful and not compromise with the world, and to be aware of their guardian angels, who demonstrate God's personal care and love for them. [... more]

The final vision of Revelation reveals a renewed, restored, and remade heaven, where God takes up residence with his people, and death and pain are abolished. The greatest joy of heaven is reunion, and the greatest reunion is union with God. In heaven, we will experience pleasure without pain, beauty untainted by the curse, joy without end, and the beach without the sunburn. We will reign with God forever and ever, and our capacity for love will be increased, not decreased. However, hell is a place of eternal misery, locked from the inside, and our current default destination. The Spirit and the bride say, 'Come,' and offer a river of life flowing from the throne of God, bringing healing and forgiveness, without price. [... more]

The book of Revelation is a source of comfort and encouragement for Christians, reminding us that our suffering doesn't mean we're not beloved. John's introduction to the book highlights the importance of faithfulness and patient endurance, and shows us that heaven is not just a future hope, but a present reality that we can experience even in the midst of suffering. [... more]

The Book of Revelation is a source of blessing and encouragement for Christians, offering a revelation of Jesus Christ and his purpose for his people. It's a book that has been approached in various ways throughout history, including the preterist, church historical, futurist, and idealist schools of interpretation. Dr. W. Robert Godfrey explores the structure of the book, identifying seven sections and seven subsections, and emphasizing the importance of understanding the book's message as a whole. [... more]

The Christian life is built on a relationship with Jesus, and those who love him will be rewarded with eternal joy, while those who refuse to accept his love will face eternal judgment. The Bible teaches that only what is done for Christ will last, and that our works will be evaluated at the judgment seat of Christ. The book of Revelation describes the return of Jesus, the final judgment, and the ultimate destination of believers and unbelievers. [... more]

The concept of marriage as a binding covenant is rooted in natural law, understood intuitively by people everywhere, regardless of their faith or background. Paul's teachings in Romans chapter 7 emphasize the limitation of the law, which only has jurisdiction over the living, and the importance of understanding the natural law of marriage as a lifelong commitment. In Christ, believers are released from the law and joined to their perfect husband, Jesus Christ, in a union that cannot be broken. [... more]

God's revelation to you will never supersede or contradict His written word, and He can reveal truth to guide you in your work situation, solve problems, and help you deal with difficult situations. To know God's voice, you must walk with Him, spend time in His word, and let the Holy Spirit speak to you, teaching you what you need to know and guiding you into green pastures, even through dark times. [... more]

The Bible describes a war between two cities, Babylon and the New Jerusalem, with Babylon representing mankind united in opposition to God. The New Jerusalem is God's city, founded on love of God, even to the contempt of self. The Christian life requires endurance, delayed gratification, and a deep conviction that the things we can't see yet are real. The Antichrist and the false prophet use religion as a tool to control people, but God's wrath is against sin, not against love. The primary metaphor for the Antichrist and the false prophet is prostitution, representing humanity's unfaithfulness to God. Christians should live in Babylon, deeply integrated into life here, but distinct from her sins and her man-centered ways. [... more]

The North Carolina General Assembly is grappling with the death of a six-year-old girl due to alleged child abuse and neglect, with lawmakers calling for a criminal review of county officials. Meanwhile, the state health plan is facing a billion-dollar shortfall and is considering rate increases and changes to provider networks. The state board of elections is also considering changes to voter ID rules and election reform. [... more]

The book of Esther reveals God's plan for unexpected people with unpretentious character, upholding a universal message that brings hope and redemption to a world in need. [... more]

The Antichrist and the False Prophet are unmasked as Satan's earthly vessels, imitating Christ, and controlling commerce. Christians must be skeptical of concentrated power, realistic about suffering, and defiant in their faith, using the blood of the Lamb, the word of their testimony, and loving not their lives to the death to overcome the dragon. [... more]

The story of Esther, a woman of strength and restraint, shows us that triumphant hope isn't wishful thinking, but the very heartbeat of the Christian faith. God's plan is to bring ultimate victory and peace, and He uses unexpected people to achieve it, as seen in the life of Mordecai, who rose from a humble gatekeeper to a prime minister in the kingdom of Persia. [... more]

Ann Graham Lotz teaches about the seven churches in Revelation chapters 2 and 3, highlighting the importance of repentance and having a personal relationship with God. She encourages listeners to reflect the glory of Jesus in their lives by turning away from sin and seeking a deeper connection with Him. [... more]

The book of Revelation presents a series of judgments and visions that shape our understanding of life in the present. The tribulation is an intensification of what we're already experiencing, and God's judgments are a response to the prayers of the saints. The gospel offers salvation and repentance, and Jesus' mission will be accomplished despite the world's troubles. [... more]

The secret of the Lord is revealed to those who fear Him, and He shows them His covenant. This promise is fulfilled through divine revelation to God's prophets, including Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the apostles, who conveyed God's eternal counsels in written form through the Holy Scriptures. [... more]

Babylon, the cradle of civilization, has long been a symbol of defiance against God, and its final fall is predicted in the Bible. The city's history is marked by repeated attempts to rebuild and reclaim its former glory, but each effort ends in failure. According to prophecy, Babylon will once again rise to power, but this time it will be a one-world government and religion that will ultimately be defeated by God. The fall of Babylon is described in Revelation as a catastrophic event that will bring about the end of the world as we know it. [... more]