The Suffering Church Under Attack
Suffering and hardship, as experienced by the church at Smyrna, are hard to bear but purify God's people.
Earthquakes. Famine. Wars. Lawlessness. Most Christians have some idea of the signs that occur during the time the Bible calls "the last days." Well guess what—we're living in them now! Just about every generation since the New Testament was written has thought the same. Some Christians are fascinated by the mysteries and symbols found in Revelation and love to unravel their secrets. Others feel that Revelation wasn't written for that purpose, so we're best off avoiding it altogether, lest we get sidetracked from our main calling.
What's the proper approach? What should we know about the end times, and what, if anything, should we do to live out our faith in the midst of these turbulent times? We hope these resources will increase your understanding of this important topic and will help you separate the solid truths of the Bible from the flimsy fantasies of the latest "end times" movie.
Suffering and hardship, as experienced by the church at Smyrna, are hard to bear but purify God's people.
John records Christ's evaluation of the seven churches listed in Revelation 1:11.
The stage has been set for the first of many visions. John listens as Jesus speaks.
Rather than keeping us in the dark, God wants to expose what lies ahead so we might know what will occur in the final years of earthly existence and beyond.
Gain an understanding of Revelation's intriguing mysteries, extensive symbolism, vivid predictions, and colourful language.
The Bible gives us a preview of future events. It teaches us to be alert because Christ’s return could be tomorrow...it could be today!
Maybe you’ve gone to church all your life but have never come to terms with Christ. Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me will live even if he dies.” Do you believe this?
Living in light of Christ’s return changes our perspective. And when we realize we will give an account for every idle word when we stand before Him it also changes our conduct.
Peer into the future with Pastor Chuck Swindoll through his exposition of 2 Peter 3:7–13. Along the way, he boils down prophecy as inspiration to live for God today.
Be comforted by the teaching of Pastor Chuck Swindoll and find reassurance in the timeless truths of Scripture. Remember that God will one day eradicate the wickedness that darkens His good world.