Endurance Ministries
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Enduring to the end!
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Q# 21 How is our culture denying the idea that the end is near?
Q# 22 Is Preterism a viable alternative concerning END TIMES? Q# 23 Have you disappeared? Why haven't you been posting new material of late?
Q# 24 Why do you insist upon pressing this topic in light of all the controversy it brings?
Doesn't Scripture speak against sowing discord among the brethren? Q# 25 How would present culture begin further persecuting followers of Christ?
Q# 26 Don’t you face a chronological inconsistency concerning the false christs and false
prophets of Matthew 24:23-26 and that which the TEXT teaches comes AFTER these false teachers—that is, the heavenly signs and the sign of the Son of Man (Matthew 24:29, 30)? Q# 27 What emphasis/approach does your Final Trumpet Rapture workbook take? Q# 28 Do you believe we are living in the "final generation" before our Lord's return? Q# 29 Why do you emphatically deny the Final Trumpet Rapture Gathering is a MID-TRIB Rapture position when the evidence leads to the contrary? Q# 30 You seem almost angry at times. WHY is this the case?
Q# 31 What can I do if your Web information is no longer available?
Lord willing, additional postings coming soon. Do YOU have a question for us?
Q# 21 How is our culture conditioning global inhabitants against the ideas:
1) the end is near; and, 2) it is God’s will that it end? There are so many mediums demonstrating this goal it’s amazing more don’t discern what’s happening. Many have seen the movie Independence Day. In this film the great threat—coming on the clouds—is defeated by man even though the invader was much more advanced. While the threat in the movie is alien attack—as opposed to the Second Coming of Christ—the idea that man’s ability will be able to overcome any threat interfering with mankind’s global plans is clearly and powerfully presented.
The End of Days and the TV series, Revelations (NBC) also testify in support of the effort to distort the actual way in which the end of days will indeed take place. For example, the antichrist’s coming will not be deterred by a hulk-like cop who cares about the one scheduled to mother the antichrist (and who actually ends up delaying the satanic plan for another 1,000 years due to his efforts in opposition). And no, the idea the Messiah will once again come as a baby as Revelations depicts is in clear contrast to the glorious way in which the Lord Jesus will return. (Matthew 24:30; Acts 1:9-11; Revelation 6:14-17)
Other more recent movies continue the brainwashing of the biblically illiterate audience into feeling the real enemies out there today are those who say, “It is the very end of times and Jesus Christ will be returning shortly.” Mist, a movie from a fairly popular Steven King novel, portrays a woman as being the evil one due to her belief the end has come.
Sunshine is also one that speaks to this issue. The evil one – the captain of the first vessel which attempted to restart the sun – has had a spiritual awakening and believes it is God’s will the earth dies, for it is the time of the end of humanity. This being – having transformed into a semi-spiritual creature – then goes after the second crew in order to sabotage their mission (to restart the sun). He says it is God’s will the sun die, but in the end God’s will is thwarted by mankind. The second mission is successful and restarts the sun. Secular man’s will circumvents God’s will.
Remember the Coke commercials where the one drinking the Coke is the happy one and goes around converting others who have lost their way? He even passes by a placard-carrying guy (sign reading: “The end is near”). When everything settles in the end, even the placard dude throws his sign away and joins the party. Wow!
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Issue: Today people are being conditioned to hate those who say, “The end of the world is at hand.” They are evil, sick, social misfits, you name it – anything but normal. Actually, they are the malignant tumors among us. We need to get rid of them. So some say.
Note: Things like what is pictured below are further contributing to the undermining of the very source—the Bible—which informs us along the lines the end is near. Like the false teaching which says we must not take the Bible seriously/literally today (e.g., Rescuing the Bible From Fundamentalism), this recent sign is yet additional evidence that even churches are departing from the Truth of God’s Word.
 Q# 22 Is Preterism a viable alternative concerning END TIMES? On the college campuses we contend (Jude 3) with those who would like to approach matters of question (e.g., on the topic of origins; the Person of Jesus Christ, etc.) similar to the philosophical approach of a deconstructionist. Let me explain.
Among other things, a deconstructionist typically approaches a controversy seeking to tear down the established position(s). They often fail to go on to offer either a clear or satisfactory answer to a sincerely problematic situation. Instead of offering helpful ideas on a particular question (especially in support of the position they espouse), they often simply attack the views they dislike, for one reason or another. Discern this dear Christian, for it takes place much more often than we think. For example, a deconstruction-like appeal is the main response of the evolutionary community to the Intelligent Design evidence. The evolutionary community is NOT showing evidence in warrant for a naturalistic origin of matter and life as much as they are attacking (primarily so) the position of design. So how much evidence in support of large-scale evolution is factually presented? Hmmmmmm (Hang in here, my point is forthcoming as to how this pertains to End Time concerns.)
I recall a philosophy instructor with whom we tried to debate. The topic was “origins.” On three occasions we were moving toward a debate. As we simply approached the question in a you give your view; we give ours (to state it generally), we found the opposing side was actually unwilling to see the invitation through. Each time this instructor cancelled the debate. What a lesson on some classrooms foster and support certain lingering ideological dictatorships.
In an academic setting—especially in a debate format—you’d think these who love to tear down the views they reject would quickly enter into an opportunity to promote their view. Guess what? Such was not the case in these settings. Why? In part, because the professor was unwilling to put his position of origins on the line, side-by-side another credible position. In fact, it was his final judgment that the position he was to debate was unworthy of a debate and so, there was no debate—he made the decision. It ended there. WOW! This happened, in similar ways, three times. Fooled me once, shame on you; fooled me twice, shame on me; fooled me three times: I’m no longer willing to cast pearl before swine.
Why do I take the time to tell this true story?
It relates to this question of “End Times.”
You see, Preterism is LESS a position about End Times than it is an effort at end-time deconstruction. How in the world can I make such a claim? Read their materials. That which they offer in place of an end-time position primarily focuses on a denial of the main passages the Church has used since its inception to speak authoritatively on the topic of end times! Go ahead, ask the Preterist—both the full and the partial Preterist—for his/her view on the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. You may be surprised as to what little they are willing to disclose. The deconstructionist, you see, enjoys a very safe position in that they often steer away from offering their position on an important topic. It’s so safe to tear down a position. But what are they actually offering by way of constructive insight into crucial concerns. And my friends, the topic of End Times is a crucial concern given the MANY signs of our times and given how strongly our Lord Jesus addressed this topic.
One of the reasons why I question Preterism is this: I have not seen or heard a clear presentation concerning what THEY hold by way of end-time viewpoint. As a result, they really are not offering a position on end times. Oh, as they read this criticism, they may call a meeting and try to come up with an eschatological position—I really doubt they ever will be able to come to consensus on a “Preteristic” position on END TIMES! And if they ever respond to this fair appeal—that they present what it is they actually hold concerning the days prior to the return of Jesus Christ—it will be MOST INTERESTING to hear/see what they have to offer!
Until then, dear believer in God’s explicit Word, take the actual content of His kind revelation—contained, for example, in Daniel, Matthew 24, 25 and Revelation—and carefully observe its counsel, for these eschatological passages have SO MUCH to say about our days!
When these Preteristic Deconstructionists finally come out with eschatological substance, then, YES, by all means, give them a fair hearing on their end-time position. Until then, don’t buy their supposition the passages above are not pertinent to us today!
Please see our latest book release: The Final Trumpet RAPTURE Gathering: An Introduction, for it presents some major dangers tied to full and partial Preterism. Just send us—Endurance Ministries—$16 (this includes shipping) and we will send you this 260-page book.
Would ANY Preterist who is deemed an expert on this position care to enter into debate on the topic of End Times and the Second Coming of Jesus Christ? The expert Preterists are more so historical experts (based on their assumptions and position). What we are asking for is a debate on ESCHATOLOGY. If there is a willingness to address this topic, please contact us and let’s talk over this crucial contemporary concern. But one condition to the debate format: This is a debate on Eschatological matters: you give your view; we give ours. Any serious takers?
In answer to the question, “Is Preterism a viable alternative concerning END TIMES?” I find myself needing to better know what it is they actually believe concerning the days just prior to Jesus Christ’s return to earth before I can answer. I know their INTERPRETATIONS concerning the material of Daniel, Matthew 24, 25 and Revelation, but I need to hear from them just what it is they believe concerning the end of human history before God returns and makes everything right. Is this not a fair appeal!? Will we find this emperor to have no clothes?
Please write to us at Endurance Ministries and give us some response to our questions.
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Q# 23 Have you disappeared? Why haven't you been posting new material of late?
Good question, and I apologize for my negligence. I will change my ways and resume this important aspect of our ministry efforts.
In answer to your question, Endurance Ministries decided to move into a more public posture this next decade (2010 – 2020, should our Lord tarry). As a result, we have been directing our main attention to our first book publication—which is now available to the general public. If you are interested in viewing a short video promo, please visit the link below. THANK YOU for your continued interest in this crucial cultural affair. We look forward to your resuming your regular visits to this site where we will indeed resume addressing frequently asked questions.
Q# 24 Why do you insist upon pressing this topic in light of all the controversy it brings?
Doesn't Scripture speak against sowing discord among the brethren? Scripture speaks to both the error of divisiveness AND sound doctrine. Because the Word clearly outlines the Truth of our Lord’s return, we persist in the appeal that we obey that which He has called us to: ready expectancy. As a result, we offer the following with humble concern for the welfare of God’s people who are increasingly growing impatient concerning (and apathetic toward) our blessed hope.
Do you recall the old moral story of the boy who cried “wolf”?
Allow me to tell the story in such a way as to better fit—from a biblical perspective—our current cultural context, one which especially addresses the dangerous view: It will all pan out in the end … so don’t concern yourself with biblical data on this topic of “end times.”
Once upon a time, certain prophetic shepherds kept watch over the flock of God.
Trained in sundry end-time per-spectives, they, on various occasions, over a course of many centuries, emphatically declared the end of the age. Included in their mantras were some which we find especially familiar—even in our day: “Jesus is coming!” “The end is near!” “The Kingdom of God has arrived!” As decades of false announcement fostered n u m b n e s s to their cries, one day it
finally did take place. One day, as truly declared by the Shepherd, the end did indeed come. But a profound piece of the cultural puzzle brought great sadness to the Shepherd. Because His flock had grown so used to the familiar appeals—“Jesus is coming!” “The end is near!” “The Kingdom of God is present!”—the people stopped looking for the signs foretelling the Shepherd’s soon return. Great sorrow unfolded as the Shepherd’s people rejected signs preceding that for which they longed—the Shepherd’s glorious return … or was it actually not so important to them after all? The Shepherd, too, was grieving, for some of those who were waiting did not, in utter shock and amazement, make it to the Great Reunion feast. In relationship to the story of the boy who cried wolf, we live in a day where many global villagers are no longer heeding the Counsel of the soon-returning Lord. (Mark 13:28-37; Phil. 3:20, 21; II Peter 3:3-9) Frankly, having become embarrassed by the many failed declarations of the false prophets, some act as if they now scorn the fact that one day the Lord will indeed return. They have allowed the charges of the anti-God culture to turn them in a direction where they are no longer: 1. interested in biblically discerning the day; 2. eagerly awaiting the return of the Savior; or, 3. modeling the patient enduring of the saints.
Please embrace wisdom and say “NO” to the many poor reasons the deceivers are giving the world to disregard the posture the Lord has called His end-time people to take: ready expectancy. Please heed the counsel of our Lord by staying true to this fact: Our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. As we see end-time themes begin to unfold, may we look up, yes, let’s lift up our heads, because our redemption draws near!
A Question: Are you finding yourself quickly rejecting the main emphasis of this simple appeal? Had you already begun deconstructing this message even before you finished reading the short address above? If so, why? Is it possible we have been so conditioned to reject the Truth that we run into a defensive posture against what could possibly be a warning from Almighty God—one most consistent with His revelation to us?
A Request: Please lay aside for just a moment the uncalled-for rejection of this appeal in order to give it fair consideration. Ponder, for just a bit, the possibility of one who, in a very different way than the shepherd-boys who preceded him, shouts an in-fact warning concerning eschatological wolves in our midst … ones immediately preceding the return of the Great Shepherd and Overseer of our souls. Try to avoid what may be a faulty association with the false prophetic shepherd-boys of the past who have incorrectly cried, “Wolf! Wolf!”
Q# 25 How would present culture begin further persecuting followers of Christ?
What do the following movie releases have in common?
2012
Avatar
The Book of Eli
Angels and Demons
What are our latest global crises (Haiti ... Japan ... ?) demonstrating by way of the global village?
Cultural conditioners – be they take place through the big screen or in real life – are indeed addressing biblical themes which are addressed in end-time passages.
2012, in light of the Mayan calendar, has some Bible prophecy ministries carefully claiming (but do you notice they are able to deny date-setting charges due to ambiguity in their messages?) the end is soon—some including specific dates (12/21/12). Astronomical signs, in light of Jewish holidays, are also used to date set. But what does Scripture teach? “No one knows the day nor the hour of His return.” While this is true, it is equally true that we are to be ready, those who generally discern the hour. We are to be ready in our day whereby this thief-in-the-night Day of the Lord will not overtake us as a thief (I Thess. 5:1-11).
So how could present culture begin further persecuting followers of Christ?
Movies describe, in part, present culture but they also shape it. The Book of Eli has a promoter of the Book doing everything he can to see it safely to a group who puts the NKJV Bible back into circulation. While the motives of the bad guy of the movie have also been attributed to Christians (that is, there are those who promote the Bible simply because they wish to control the masses), it’s the good guy of the movie – Eli – who is of special concern to us. In seeking to accomplish his goal, he decapitates and cuts off a hand and … (I don’t know, how many are killed by this good guy?) in order to see his mission complete – to restore the Bible to its proper place in society: available to the people. But in so fulfilling his mission he is seen by the viewing audience as one who is warlike, willing to kill the enemies who get in his way. As those who take this media class drink from this cup of instruction, they are encouraged to see Christians in similar light—aggressive killers who would stop at nothing to protect their Book. This, my friends, is another example of mixing truth with a lie. Yes, followers of Jesus Christ thank God for His Truthful revelation to us … but we do not live out un-Christ-like actions in order to promote His Truths which are forever settled in heaven.
In conclusion, discern present culture and how its deception is further shaping the minds of the masses to view Christians in such a way as to label them as dangerous to society. As this unfolds—and Scripture says it will—people will no longer tolerate those who persist in proclaiming Truth personified (Jesus Christ) as the way, the Truth and the life. Discern the lies dear friends and go to and abide in the Truth, Who alone is able to set us free.
Q# 26 Don’t you face a chronological inconsistency concerning the false christs and false
prophets of Matthew 24:23-26 and that which the TEXT teaches comes AFTER these false teachers—that is, the heavenly signs and the sign of the Son of Man (Matthew 24:29, 30)? Another good question!
The text explicitly teaches these false christs and false prophets come on the scene (with their false messages concerning the physical location of Christ) AFTER the great tribulation. (Most popular end-time chronologies do not allow for the natural flow of this text when it comes to this data.) What we also affirm is the word “immediately” of verse 29. Simply stated, and in answer to the question immediately above, we believe the great tribulation is cut short for the sake of the elect. “Immediately” thereafter, the heavenly signs begin to take place. Shortly after these signs, the sign of the Son of Man unfolds. Then the false prophets (those claiming to know where Christ had gone to) begin bringing these deceptions.
Please recall this Son-of-Man sign. (Matthew 24:30 and, we believe, Revelation 6:14-17 disclose some information about this initial appearing of Christ.) This sign occurs after the heavenly signs. This sign of the Son of Man represents Christ’s initial appearing (only). After this event in the clouds, He disappears. This explains why the false christs and false prophets then go on to bring deceptive messages concerning the whereabouts of Christ. And, according to our Lord’s insight and counsel, His Saints/followers are not to believe these false reports. You see, the Rapture event is still yet to take place!
So, in light of the question posed above, no, we do not bear a chronological inconsistency due to the heavenly signs which are stated by the text to occur “immediately” after the great tribulation is cut short (Matthew 24:29 – “immediately”; vs. 30 – “then”). “Then” the false christs and prophets appear. This is a viable understanding of the text given the terms used to describe the end-time account. By the way, two questions for you: 1. How does your end-time view answer the question of these events taking place AFTER the great tribulation? 2. How does your view accommodate the false messages of the bad guys of verses 23 – 26 according to the chronological flow of the authoritative text?
So, as you’ve possibly noted within this appeal, this proposal has recommended a departure from the relatively recent view presently in majority. Instead, it suggests the two events of Daniel 12:11 are separated by 1,290 days. This proposal also suggests the 70th Week of Daniel does not conclude (terminus ad quem) with the Great Tribulation as many end-time charts teach. In light of the potential construct of Daniel’s 70th Week as presented by this view (a view which has been held throughout church history), and in light of the explicit content of Matthew 24, days follow the Great Tribulation, ones which include the period of the stellar signs, the sign of the Son of Man and the days of the false christs and prophets who bring signs and proclamations concerning the whereabouts of Christ. (Remember, He appears in the sky – accounted in His initial appearing [Matthew 24:30; Revelation 6:14-17]. The people of the earth go on to wonder where He’s gone. The false prophets will take advantage of this opportunity and will mislead many.) These days are followed by the events unfolding during the season of the trumpet blasts. At the final trumpet, in harmony with Matthew 24:31, John 14:1-4, I Cor. 15:51, 52, I Thess. 4:13-18 and Revelation 11:15ff and 14:14-16, the Rapture event occurs. This is why, in part, we can indeed claim we have explicit warrant for this Final Trumpet Rapture Gathering. The Rapture event, as stated in black and white in Scripture, occurs at the last trump.
Q# 27 What emphasis/approach does your Final Trumpet Rapture Gathering workbook take?
It presents material appealing to an inductive study (that is, an approach observing the actual content) of the Word of God. For a sample, please email us at jonswanson@msn.com (Bio at: http://www.missionsdoor.org/missionary/swanson-jon) and ask for “THE SAMPLE” when you write. We will send you a response email which will include a Word attachment—including three pages of this work in progress. Our promise to you: We will NOT send additional email responses unless you ask us to do so AND we will not give (nor sell) your email address to others.
Q# 28 Do you believe we are living in the "final generation" before our Lord's return?
The Scriptures teach end-time events will take place in one final generation. This does NOT mean there have not been earlier moments in history when some of the signs were presenting themselves. But because the complete fulfillment of the end-time passages did not occur, these signs were NOT actually eschatological fulfillments of the events listed. This statement simply affirms the teaching of our Lord: “Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have taken place.” (Matthew 24:34; emphasis ours; NRSV) In application, please don’t allow the dogmatic Preterists to mislead you toward ill-preparedness, for they teach falsely concerning this crucial biblical theme of watchfulness before our Lord’s return.
[Note: A sub FAQ, but one which is appropriate here: Some have said, “Don’t you demonstrate a lack of academic integrity when you use the word “preterist” as opposed to the word “preterits”? In answer: Actually, no, the word “preterists” has been around for a long time. See Webster’s New International Dictionary (2nd Edition; 1951) which has, as the second entry for “Preterists, the following: “2. Theol. One who believes the prophecies of the Apocalypse to have been already fulfilled”]
Q# 29 Why do you emphatically deny the Final Trumpet Rapture Gathering is
a MID-TRIB Rapture position when the evidence leads to the contrary? The answer is clearly presented in our major work, The Final Trumpet Rapture Gathering: An Introduction. In short answer here, we simply define Daniel’s 70th Week without all the extra-biblical presumption which many Pre-Millennialists include in their charts detailing Daniel’s 70th Week.
For a very short promotional video, go to www.TheRaptureGathering.com and click the first link. So, in actuality, there really isn’t evidence to the contrary. As we state in the book, please study this position in fair manner whereby you really understand this position’s tenets BEFORE offering critical commentary. That’s a fair request all of us ask when presenting a position. We, in turn, ask for the same treatment. And again, we do so with this mindset: the Final Trumpet Rapture Gathering position is a proposal for your prayerful consideration (as opposed to dogma) AND to which we’d strongly encourage a Berean response … investigate this in light of explicit biblical data. Q# 30 You seem almost angry at times. WHY is this the case?
When an influential counselor brings dangerous, potentially life-threatening advice
to a client (or clients) in need, it’s maddening, is it not? It should be so IF we care enough to respond! When a guide subtly leads its group down a potentially perilous path, is it wrong to
bring warning? Counselor Harold Camping has brought counsel which has not only fostered further
contempt toward prophetic voices—due to his recent false predictions—but has also promoted much devastation in the lives of those who took his counsel seriously. This makes me mad. Why? In addition to those who have been hurt, many others are now further motivated to embrace the “Wolf! Wolf!” perspective and turn a deaf ear to those who accurately counsel from the explicit Word of God. This year (2011), Rose Publishing put out a guide to end-times prophecy. In it, in a
very subtle way, it makes appeals—time and time again—to listen to traditions of men at the expense of emphasizing the clear teachings in the Word of God. The many eschatological options are incomplete. Here are four examples: 1. Three essential truths* “that Christians have always believed” fail to include
biblical material which clearly addresses crucial doctrines and events which have a bearing on one’s eternal state. My friends, eternally significant issues ARE major concerns. The Word of God does not relegate these issues as secondary nor as those concerns where each can decide for himself/herself as to the import of these biblical truths. These are not minor. When, for example, our Lord say to shun false teaching concerning Christ—one of the warnings included within the time of sorrows (“See that no one deceives you”) —we must obey, for to fail to do so is death in light of God’s teaching concern- ing the doctrine of Christ (see our article on Neo-Gnosticism and the New Age movement at www.endmin.org under the Truth Matters section). When the Word of God says ALL who receive the mark of the beast will be cast into the Lake of Fire, this is NOT to be belittled or reinterpreted in light of one biblical doctrine—the doctrine of eternal security. Both appeals are true. * Note the authoritative appeal here. The appeal is based on historical theology,
a good source of knowing, IF true but one that does not match biblical authority. 2. When God’s truths unfold in our context, the four suggested approaches to inter-
preting apocalyptic literature—Futurist; Historicist; Idealist; and Preterist—become woefully insufficient. Let’s ADD the category “Presentists” to convey the urgency of OUR setting! WE have been called to be ready, watching, etc., so let’s do so! 3. When the textbook lists and develops the four main end-time views but then fails
to encourage the reading audience to keep in mind there may exist other positions even more biblically endorsed (explicitly evidenced by the actual data graciously provided in the Word of God), then we have a problem, do we not? Let’s keep ALL the God-honoring/Bible-affirming options on the table of consideration! Here’s one specific example highlighting this concern: 4. When supposedly exegeting Matthew 24, the author lists Matthew 24:4-11, 23-26
as biblical reference supporting the time when natural disasters, lying prophets and false messiahs present themselves. And, as one view—only two views are developed in this section of the textbook—is presented (the Futurist-only view), we find this quotation: “All of these events describe the era immediately before the future seven-year tribulation or during the early part of this tribulation.” (pg. 204 of Rose Guide to End-Time Prophecy) But WAIT one moment!! Is this what the text actually teaches? The text separates the early deceptive teachers (vv. 4,5) from another round of false prophets (vs. 11) AND then even goes on to list another group of false christs and false teachers (who, with lying signs and wonders, falsely declare the where- abouts—the physical location—of Christ). This last group appears AFTER the tribulation period! “Then” is included for a reason. Yet the exegesis of this text, according to the Rose guide, fails to offer this very explicit understanding of the passage. WOW! And please note: The deception during the time of these false christs and false prophets is so great even the elect, if possible, could potentially be deceived. Again, WOW! It’s these kinds of counselors and guides that potentially present MAJOR dangers to
the Body of Christ. PLEASE, go back to the Word of God and allow it to say what it actually says concerning the end of days … our eternal well-being is at stake—no exaggeration! Q# 31 What can I do if your Web information is no longer available?
IF it goes away and you don’t have the material, we would bring this counsel: READ the BOOK,
and ours (The Final Trumpet Rapture Gathering: An Introduction) if you’d like crucial insight in regards to navigating through the unfriendly waters ahead. But please don’t wait until that moment should it indeed take place. You can do something now …
There may come a time when some WEB information is no longer available. Since we have so many ways to store information, we suggest down-loading our materials (on a UBS Mass Storage Device; Removable Disk; etc.) NOW as opposed to waiting until a time when the Internet may no longer be accessible. After that time, if this occurs, it will be too late to retrieve our information. One hour invested today (down-loading the material) is more than worthwhile. Note: EM will not be sending hard copies of this information once our web information disappears so please, make the commitment to have this helpful (to YOU) material. A concern, if we may: Endurance Ministries seeks to help better prepare the Church for the days prior to the initial appearing of Christ.* We do this because the Word speaks to readiness. Toward that end, in addition to transferring the important information (posted on our many web sites) onto a disk, look over our materials with a view of immediate application. Why? If people wait until they see some of these later signs, some preparations will no longer be an option due to the lateness of the hour. It frequently amazes us when the church shows such little regard for biblical counsel in a day when we need it most. The Parable of the Ten Virgins provides HUGE counsel for today. Remember, while all ten were waiting for the Bridegroom, only five made it into the wedding gathering. The other five, due to ill-preparedness, did not. This is not an insignificant matter. * We also provide helpful counsel concerning the period of the Trumpet blasts which follows His
initial appearing. These events are mentioned in the Book of Revelation. Because we believe the Church will still be present on the earth following the sign of the Son of Man (Matthew 24:30; Revelation 6:14-17), this brief moment in the human experience is important—even to the Church. While these things will unfold, it’s also crucial we discern eternally significant events are taking place TODAY to which we need to be responding. This is a part of readiness. To view our short book promo: Click Here
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