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The Bible and the Future of the United States (Part 1)

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Paul told the Athenians in Act 17:24-28 (NLT), He is the God who made the world and everything in it. Since he is Lord of heaven and earth, he doesn’t live in man-made temples, and human hands can’t serve his needs—for he has no needs. He himself gives life and breath to everything, and he satisfies every need there is. From one man he created all the nations throughout the whole earth. He decided beforehand which should rise and fall, and he determined their boundaries. His purpose in all of this was that the nations should seek after God and perhaps feel their way toward him and find him—though he is not far from any one of us. For in him we live and move and exist. As one of your own poets says, ‘We are his offspring.’

Job 12:23 says, He makes nations great, then destroys them; he enlarges nations, then leads them away.

Dr. Gonzalez states that those 2 verses, among others, make the point quite clear. God is an omnipotent, omniscient, and sovereign God who is in control everything. Implied in those passages as well, is the fact that He is also very personal and close to all that He has created, particularly man. Although He is a transcendent God, He is also very much a part of world history and involved in the affairs of man. The destiny, and for that matter, the very existence of nations and their inhabitants is determined by God, for He rules over all.

As we study biblical prophecy and find that the future of many nations is clearly presented in Scripture, can we determine whether the United States is one of those nations? What role does the United States of America play in the end times? In the next few messages Dr. Gonzalez will answer these and other questions.

 

 

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Key Figures In The Tribulation (Part 4)

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In this final session of Dr. Gonzalez’s study of the key figures in the Tribulation period, he wraps up his discussion about the 144,000 and ends this topic by looking at the two witnesses whom God will raise up and who will bear testimony to Him. When they have completed their ministry, they will be put to death by the Antichrist, with the unbelieving world rejoicing and celebrating this terrible act. But to their amazement, the two will be raised from the dead and taken to heaven.

 

 

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Key Figures In The Tribulation (Part 3)

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We read in Revelation 13:11-12, Then I saw another beast coming up out of the earth; it had two horns like a lamb, but it spoke like a dragon. It exercises all the authority of the first beast on its behalf and compels the earth and those who live on it to worship the first beast, whose fatal wound was healed.

There is a second “beast” mentioned in Revelation, the third member of the evil trio who is subservient to the first “beast” (the Antichrist). He is also called the false prophet. The name False Prophet clearly indicates that he will be the leading religious figure during the Tribulation whose activities are religious in nature. He will be capable of working signs, which will be important in deceiving the unbelieving world into worshiping the Antichrist.

In part 3 of his study on the key figures in the Tribulation, Dr. Gonzalez will wrap up his discussion about the False Prophet and begin looking at the 144,000 Jews from the 12 tribes of Israel.

 

 

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Key Figures In The Tribulation (Part 2)

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There are several passages in Scripture, both in the Old and New Testaments that clearly indicate that the Antichrist will be endowed by Satan with great abilities and power. Dr. Gonzalez explains that he will be precisely the kind of individual that the world is ready for, a charismatic personality who will successfully and easily win over the hearts and minds of the inhabitants of the earth. The Bible suggests the following things about him: He will be a great leader, someone with an incredible ability to solve complex problems and who will be able to take control of situations. He will be very smart, perhaps a highly educated individual with a keen grasp of both economic and political matters. Considering the events taking place during his time of reign, he will be both brilliant and powerful militarily. Finally, his craftiness and oratorical abilities will enable him to persuade multitudes from all over the world to follow him. Dr. Gonzalez reminds us that his abilities, power, and authority to rule is given to him by Satan.

In this study, Dr. Gonzalez will also start his discussion about the False Prophet spoken of in the book of Revelation.

 

 

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Key Figures In The Tribulation (Part 1)

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Antichrist is used once in 1 John 2:18. The title says something significant about his character and intentions. In relation to the Antichrist, the proposition anti carries with it or conveys two ideas: (1) the idea of opposition to Jesus and His mission or purpose, and (2) the idea of “in place of” or being a substitute. This will also hold true of the Antichrist since he will be Satan’s substitute messiah. He is also known as the “man of lawlessness” (2 Thess. 2:3). Since he lives outside of God’s laws, this title highlights his personal wickedness. In Revelation 13 and 14, he is called “the beast,” a title which clearly emphasizes his depravity and deep hostility towards God and God’s people. In Daniel 7:8, we find him called the “little” horn, a name which allows his pride and aggressiveness to be seen. It also speaks to the relative power that he will have because, often in the Old Testament, this term is used to describe power, such as a king.

Over the next four studies, Dr. Gonzalez will spend time teaching on the key figures of the Tribulation period. The first two studies will focus specifically on the Antichrist; during today’s study, Dr. Gonzalez will discuss the person of the Antichrist, during the second study, he will discuss the career of the Antichrist.

 

 

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The Rapture of the Church (Part 3)

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In 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18 Paul wrote, For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the archangel’s voice, and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are still alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. Therefore encourage one another with these words.

In an earlier chapter of that same epistle Paul said, And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which delivered us from the wrath to come (1 Thess. 1:10 KJV).

In this final study of the doctrine of the Rapture of the church, Dr. Gonzalez continues to argue for the pretribulational rapture of the church by presenting the final four biblical arguments.

 

 

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The Rapture of the Church (Part 2)

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Paul wrote in Titus 2:13, While we wait for the blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

In Part 2 of Dr. Gonzalez’s study of the doctrine of the Rapture of the church, he will present the various positions regarding the time of the Rapture. He will then begin making the biblical case for the pretribulational rapture of the church.

Those of who hold to this position believe that the rapture of the church will occur prior to the start of the tribulation period. Dr. Gonzalez explains that the first phase of His return is imminent, that no prophecy must be fulfilled for the rapture to take place, and that it will occur without any prior signs or warnings. The rapture of the church will bring the church-age to an end, allowing God to continue and finish His program for Israel.

 

 

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The Rapture of the Church (Part 1)

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Dr. Gonzalez explains that there is a great deal of misunderstanding as it relates to the two stages of Christ’s second coming. As stated in the messages in which he discussed the “signs of the times,” the signs are not signs that will signal the rapture of the church, His return for the saints, but rather His ultimate return with the saints. Much of the misunderstanding comes from confusing these two events.

 

Paul wrote in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the archangel’s voice, and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are still alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord.

 

In the next few messages, Dr. Gonzalez will be discussing the doctrine of the rapture of the church, an event that will occur prior to the start of the Tribulation period.

 

 

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Discerning the Signs of the Times (Part 4)

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In this message, Dr. Gonzalez continues to explore the unique contemporary signs. In the previous message he discussed the European union and the fall of communism. Today he will be discussing:

• The stirrings in the far East,
• The fusion of peoples in the North,
• The preparation of the coming world church,
• The atomic, biological, and chemical age,
• The rush towards globalism, and
• Israel—God’s “Super sign”

 

 

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Discerning the Signs of the Times (Part 3)

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Dr. Gonzalez states that the “signs of the times,” are signs that will be evident to those living during the Tribulation regarding Christ’s second coming and not to the church regarding the Rapture, since there are no signs that point to the rapture of the church.

 

1 Peter 4:7 says, The end of the world is coming soon. Therefore, be earnest and disciplined in your prayers (NLT). Dr. Gonzalez explains that in the Greek text, this reference is expressed by a perfect-tense verb, which means that the action spoken of here— The end of the world is coming soon—is a present reality with future consequences. Peter’s statement could be rendered, “The end of all things has already begun.” If this rendering is correct, then when did the end of all things begin? Well, according to Scripture, they began with Christ’s first coming. In 1 Cor. 10:11 Paul wrote, These things happened to them as examples, and they were written for our instruction, on whom the ends of the ages have come. And in 1 John 2:18 John says, Children, it is the last hour. And as you have heard that antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have come. By this we know that it is the last hour. His first coming initiated the end of the age, His return will mark the end of all things. Dr. Gonzalez says that based on when it began and when it ends, we can safely conclude that the “last days,” are the entire church age.

 

Although the exact time of these future events is unknown and Christians are not to attempt to set dates and times, the Bible does say that the general period can be known, and without a doubt, the signs of the times clearly seem to indicate the nearness of these events. It is a biblical imperative that all Christians exercise discernment in all things, this includes prophecy.

 

 

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Discerning the Signs of the Times (Part 2)

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Jesus said in Matthew 24:32-35, Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its twigs get tender and its leaves come out, you know that summer is near. Even so, when you see all these things, you know that it is near, right at the door. I tell you the truth, this generation will certainly not pass away until all these things have happened. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.

Dr. Gonzalez explains that the Lord Jesus Christ uses the illustration of the fig tree to teach us the importance of being a discerning people and how to be a discerning people. As we are able to discern the coming of summer because of the blossoming of the fig tree, so can we discern, without making the mistake of setting dates, the second coming of Christ as we see certain events coming to pass.

 

 

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The Role of Israel in History - Her Future & Signs of the Times (Part 1)

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God establishes His plan for Israel in the ancient past by establishing His covenants with the Jewish people. On the basis of these covenants, God continues to work among the Jewish people in the present age. But God has much more in store for Israel in the future. They play a featured role in the outworking of end-time events.

In today’s study, Dr. Gonzalez explains that Israel will play a vital role in starting the future tribulation, will be the focus of the Tribulation, will initiate the Second Coming of the Messiah, and will be the head of the nations in the Messianic Kingdom.

He also admonishes us to properly discern the signs of the times. In Matt. 16:1-3 we read, The Pharisees and Sadducees came to Jesus and tested him by asking him to show them a sign from heaven. He replied, “When evening comes, you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is red,’ and in the morning, ‘Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times. Our Lord sternly rebukes the Jewish religious leaders for acting as blind leaders and failing to discern the signs of the times. The principle of discernment is a principle that clearly applies to the Church and we are to avoid what the Pharisees were guilty of.

Let us listen as Dr. Gonzalez continues his study on end times prophecy.

 

 

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The Role of Israel in History - Israel's Past (Part 3) & Present

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The blessing component of the Abrahamic covenant was amplified by the New Covenant. The name comes from Jer. 31:31-34, but it had already been promised in the Pentateuch (Deut. 30:1-14) and would be affirmed in other prophets such as Ezekiel (Ezek. 36:26-27). It is called “New” because of its distinction from the Old, the Mosaic Law. The author of Hebrews (Heb. 8:13) confirms that the Old Covenant (the Mosaic Law) has been made obsolete by the establishment of the New Covenant. The Jews were unable to keep the Mosaic covenant, therefore God by His grace promised to give then a new covenant and heart to obey Him.

Dr. Gonzalez explains that since these covenants are all from Israel’s past, some have improperly taken them away from Israel and applied them to the church today. They adopt the erroneous opinion that Israel’s promises have transferred to the church. One of the essential principles of the Abrahamic Covenant was that it was unconditional and eternal. Abraham did not have to do anything to receive or maintain this covenant. When God reaffirmed His covenant with Abraham, He solemnized His divine oath with the offering of sacrifices (Gen. 15:9-17).

Let us listen as Dr. Gonzalez continues his study on end times prophecy.

 

 

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The Role of Israel in History - Israel's Past (Part 2)

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To understand Israel’s importance in the prophetic future, we must first understand the unconditional covenants God made with Israel. These covenants govern our understanding of the Jewish people and govern our understanding of Bible prophecy.

Later Biblical covenants expanded 3 particular aspects of the Abrahamic Covenant, the promises of the land, the seed and the blessing. In this program, Dr. Gonzalez concludes his study of the Abrahamic Covenant and goes on to discuss those three aspects of the Abrahamic Covenant: the Palestinian or Land Covenant, the Davidic Covenant, and the New Covenant.

 

 

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The Role of Israel in History - Israel's Past (Part 1)

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History reflects the suffering of the Jewish people and how they may perceive their choosing as a burden. But because they have been privileged with being His chosen people, they are placed squarely in the center of history and prophecy.

Israel is no larger than the state of New Jersey and the Jewish people comprise no more than half of one percent of the world’s population. How is it then that they play such a large role in world events with global coverage of its daily activities? We must turn to the Scriptures to understand what is happening in the world today and what will take place in the future. The best place to start is by looking at the past—when God first called Israel to be His Chosen People.

 

 

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The Second Coming of Christ

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Sir Alfred Lord Tennyson penned these words in his famous poem entitled In Memoriam, “one great Divine event toward which all creation moves.” I do not think any human author has ever penned a better description of the Second Coming of Christ than he did in that phrase. How important is the Second Coming? Well, consider this, 23 out of the 27 New Testament books and every author mention it, it is referenced in seven out of every ten chapters (about one in every thirty verses), for a total of over 300 times in the New Testament alone. In the Old Testament, the Second coming of Christ is the dominant theme of every prophet and it is mentioned over 15 times. Based on those facts alone we can easily conclude that the Second Coming of Christ is clearly one of the most important biblical themes.

In this study entitled The Second Coming of Christ, Dr. Gonzalez covers both the certainty of Christ’s second coming and the ground rules for interpreting prophecy.

 

 

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Why Study Bible Prophecy

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There has been a renewed interest in recent years by millions of people all over the world regarding what the Bible has to say about the future because of the events on 9/11 in America, the current events in the Middle East, and now as the world deals with the COVID-19 global pandemic. Why? Because only in the Bible do we find God revealing to us in detail the future of this planet and its inhabitants.

Dr. Gonzalez explains that although Scripture is clear that the exact time of future prophetic events is unknown and that Christians are not to attempt to set dates and times, many scholars and students of prophecy agree that their time of fulfillment is fast approaching. The Bible does say that the general period can be known or discerned, and without a doubt, the signs of the times clearly seem to indicate the nearness of these events.

In this study entitled Why Study Bible Prophecy, Dr. Gonzalez will provide seven reasons as to why Christians and non-Christians alike should study Bible prophecy.

 

 

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Victory Over Apostasy (Jude 24-25)

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Few doctrines of Scripture are more precious and comforting than the doctrine of eternal security or God’s preservation of the saints.

Jude concludes his epistle with a formal doxology. It includes a prayer for all Christians. He wanted to assure us of God's ability to help us remain faithful despite the apostasy and false teaching that threatens us. As he closes his letter, he assures the believer that his foundation is firm and secure in Christ.

In his exposition of Jude’s doxology, Dr Gonzalez explains that the doctrine of the preservation of the saints is necessary to a proper understanding of the Gospel, for if salvation can be lost, then the life we were given, and have in Christ is not truly eternal or everlasting. If salvation can be lost, then salvation is ultimately dependent on us and not God. If we have no security, we can have no real confidence, comfort, peace, and hope. He reminds us that the Bible clearly teaches that our salvation and eternal security are of the Lord. Just as He alone saves us, He alone ensures our preservation.

 

 

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Be Merciful to Others (Jude 22-23)

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Solomon wrote in Ecclesiastes 12:13 (NLT), That’s the whole story. Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone’s duty.

Dr. Gonzalez shows from the text that if Christians are going to successfully restore wayward Christians and help people come to know Christ and be in a saving relationship with Him, then they will have to be merciful and compassionate, minister with a sense of urgency, and proceed cautiously when dealing with false teachers.

 

 

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Nurture Yourselves (Jude 20-21)

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These are terrible and trying times. Many give up on God because the task is perceived as overwhelming. However, apostasy is no excuse to quit. We must be faithful in service until He comes. As God's people, we have a duty to run and finish the race. Solomon wrote in Ecclesiastes 12:13, The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. Here Jude lays out the program for restoring wayward Christians and sharing Christ with people in these last days of apostasy.

 

 

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Remember Their Words (Jude 16-19)

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After denouncing the false teachers by calling them ungodly four times in verse 15, Jude next highlights four areas of ungodliness. False teachers grumble and complain, they indulge their own lusts, are boastful and swollen with pride, and use flattery to get what they want.

All people are vulnerable to heresies and to temptations toward immoral living. Jude encourages Christians to remain firm in their faith and trust in God's promises for their future. This encouraging word is needed because we are living during a time of increasing disloyalty to the faith. Today, we are just as vulnerable to doctrinal error as those to whom Jude wrote. We too are tempted to give in to sin. Although there are many false teachers and much false teaching around us, we don’t need to be afraid or give up in discouragement—God will keep us from stumbling, and soon He will bring us into his presence and give us everlasting joy.

 

 

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Christ’s Second Coming and Apostasy (Jude 14-15) (Part 2)

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In today’s study, Dr. Gonzalez will conclude his teaching of Jude verses 14 & 15. In part 1 he discussed the doctrine of the Second Coming.  In part 2 he will discuss the certainty, purpose, and the result of Christ’s return.

The second advent of Christ is as much a certainty as His first advent is a fact. He will come to execute judgment upon all the ungodly, resulting in their conviction for their works of ungodliness which they have wrought. There will be no appeal from the decision of the Supreme Judge of the universe.

 

 

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Christ’s Second Coming and Apostasy (Jude 14-15) (Part 1)

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Will there be a second advent of the Lord Jesus Christ? If so, what does that mean to both believers and non-believers?

What does Enoch’s prophecy tell us about the Lord’s Second Coming?

In part 1 & 2 of the study of verses 14 and 15 of Jude, Dr. Gonzalez addresses the doctrine of the Second Coming and discusses the certainty, purpose, and the result of Christ’s return.

 

 

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The True Face of the Apostates (Jude 8-13) (Part 2)

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In today’s study, Dr. Gonzalez will cover part 2 of The True Face of the Apostates, wrapping up his look at the characteristics of their true nature, pointing out their deception, defilement, contempt, blasphemy, way, and poverty.

 

 

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The True Face of the Apostates (Jude 8-13) (Part 1)

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In today’s study, Dr. Gonzalez discusses the false teachers’ true colors, looking at characteristics of their true nature, showing parallels to past apostates, and making comparisons with natural phenomena. He points out their deception, defilement, contempt, blasphemy, way, and poverty.

 

 

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