Tag: end times
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The World Is Going Into Labour (Daniel 7)
Jesus compared the period leading up to his return to labour pains. Are the contractions getting worse? This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) unpacks Daniel 7 and a vision about the end of days. It ends with four take-aways for today.
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Keep Calm and Follow Jesus (As the Apocalypse Nears)
The apocalypse is a hot topic. Some obsess, some dismiss. But what did Jesus say about what will happen and how to prepare? This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) unpacks the “little apocalypse” of Mark 13.
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Can you explain the rapture, second coming, and if dead believers are in limbo?
In this episode I answer a question in a Q & A Forum about the rapture, second coming and if dead believers are in limbo.
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![Stabilizers for the Coming Storm [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/nov-5.png?w=1024)
Stabilizers for the Coming Storm [Sermon]
Before Jesus returns several things will happen: wars, rumours of war, persecution, lawlessness… In light of all this, how should we live? Rejoice! Pray! Give thanks! This sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 describes how.
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The End of the World: A helpful book to navigate biblical teachings
The end of the world. It’s a popular (and much debated) topic. This podcast (and video) introduces you to a new book which I think is helpful, thoughtful and biblical. It’s by Brian Irwin (with Tim Perry): “After Dispensationalism: Reading the Bible for the end of the world.”
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Be prepared, not surprised [Sermon]
What do we know about the end times? What don’t we? This sermon from on Luke 21:5-38 explores these questions and more. One thing is for sure: We should be prepared, not surprised.
