The Apostolic Response

What we have called the "End-Times" message is actually the message of the entire Bible. We have a vivid preview of coming attractions laid out for us in the Old Testament. Then Jesus continued the message through His identity, message and predictions. The question that remains is, how did the early church respond to this? … Continue reading The Apostolic Response

Then There is Jesus

The message of the end times did not begin with Jesus Christ. God has been declaring His intentions for His creation right from the beginning. In the First Testament, we have a brilliant preview of coming attractions, frequently in vivid detail. But then there is Jesus. How does He fit into all of this? By … Continue reading Then There is Jesus

Preview of Coming Attractions

The various reactions you get when you announce that you are going to talk about the end times is nothing short of interesting. It can be anything from absolute terror to passive indifference. I'm not sure which one is worse. We get these varied reactions for a couple of reasons. For one, a lot of … Continue reading Preview of Coming Attractions

Under God’s Wings

In forty some years of preaching and teaching ministry, I don't believe I have ever preached a message directly from the book of Ruth. I think Ruth is kind of a mystery to some people. While it is a beautiful feel-good Hallmark story, there doesn't seem to be any real reason for it to be … Continue reading Under God’s Wings