end times

Pastor Robert Jeffress of First Baptist Dallas recently shared how Christians can prepare for the End Times, its misconceptions, and the next event on the biblical prophetic timeline.

Upheaval envelops our world. Conflict in Eastern Europe could spark a third world war. Violence in Israel brings prophecies to mind. Charismatic leaders operate in oppression and corruption. Religious leaders are exposed as manipulative and sinful.

In the Olivet Discourse, Jesus teaches us to watch for signs of the end, and many today believe we’re witnessing these signs play out on the news before our eyes. Especially with the rise of powerful leaders and the descriptions in Revelation, people wonder if the Antichrist is already among us.

We should be cautious with such discussions, humbly realizing we may not be witnessing all of God’s plans. At the same time, we are taught to watch and pray.

Regarding the Antichrist, it is wise to make sure we don’t worship a man or woman or hope in a leader, taking the place reserved only for Jesus. The apostle John speaks of how the spirit of the antichrist is already in the world, and that was two thousand years ago (1 John 4:1-6). A few chapters earlier, he also mentions people operating as false Christs (1 John 2:18-23). Therefore, while we may not be dealing with the Antichrist, we still deal with the Antichrist spirit and people who act as false Messiahs. Eventually, the singular one will emerge to unify the world under great deception.

Here are seven reasons why the Antichrist may be alive today.

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“Could God be giving us a sign from the sky?” she asked. “Is He giving us a heads-up warning that time is running out for our nation?"

Are you worried that we are moving closer to World War III? If you're not, should you be?

I have no way to know if this deadly attack will lead to greater escalation in the region and even a world war involving the US and Iran. But I do know that nothing that happens next will surprise the omniscient Lord of the universe or deter his omnipotent power and sovereign purposes in our world.

This world can often feel like a dark place. Sometimes it’s hard to see light and hope in the midst of all the suffering and pain we see around us. Constant media headlines reveal the deep struggle, the pain, and brokenness so many have known.

God's promises are true and He is faithful to bring them all to pass. Every single one. Jesus gives us eternal hope, rooted in Him, the promise of heaven, and the reminder that He will come again.

Pastor and author Chuck Swindoll shares these known facts from the Bible:

· One out of every 30 verses in the Bible mentions the subject of Christ's return or the end of time.
· Of the 216 chapters in the New Testament, there are well over 300 references to the return of Christ.
· 23 of the 27 New Testament books mention Christ's return.
· In the Old Testament, such well-known and reliable men of God as Job, Moses, David, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Daniel, as well as most of the minor prophets mention Christ's return in their writings.

Instead of fearing the end times, or battling uncertainty over future events, simply knowing God’s word will give us power to live out our days with the understanding and wisdom that He is still at work, even when difficult things surround us.

He hasn’t lost control, not ever.

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Here are 12 Scriptures That Remind Us, Jesus Is Coming Again:

Author and pastor Greg Laurie says events in the Middle East lead him to believe that biblical prophecy is being “fulfilled before our very eyes” and that Christians must not only support Israel but pray for peace in the region.

Only the Lord knows when your last day will be, so he is the only one capable of helping you live well every day until that time comes.

Reconciling biblical truth to the 'end of the world' reaction to war. 

Author and pastor Greg Laurie says the war in Israel could be a major step toward events prophesied in the Bible and that supporters of peace should monitor closely the Russia-Iranian coalition, which he described as dangerous.