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Monday Aug 31, 2020
Monday Aug 31, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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Monday Aug 24, 2020
Monday Aug 24, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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For additional resources, or if you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting www.rffiministries.org.
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
END TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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Monday Aug 10, 2020
Monday Aug 10, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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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Monday Aug 03, 2020
Monday Aug 03, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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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Monday Jul 27, 2020
Monday Jul 27, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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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Monday Jul 20, 2020
Monday Jul 20, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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Monday Jul 13, 2020
Monday Jul 13, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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Monday Jul 06, 2020
Monday Jul 06, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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Monday Jun 29, 2020
Monday Jun 29, 2020
END-TIMES PROPHECY SERIES
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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Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
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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Time in the Word with Bible teacher Dr. Miguel Gonzalez is a ministry of Reasons for Faith International Ministries, a ministry committed to the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the clear exposition of God’s Word.
As God ministers to you through this series of studies and as you experience God’s love and grace in your own life, share these podcasts with others, so that they too may be blessed by God’s Word and His amazing grace.
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Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
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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Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
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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Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
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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Monday May 25, 2020
Monday May 25, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
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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Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
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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Monday May 11, 2020
Monday May 11, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
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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For additional resources, or if you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting www.rffiministries.org.
Monday May 04, 2020
Monday May 04, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
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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Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
The Israelite's demonstrated faithless unbelief when they accepted the discouraging report from the ten spies, even though God had already given them the land and had instructed them to go take possession of it. The author of Hebrews writes in Hebrews 11:6, Now without faith it is impossible to please God.
Just as the Sodomites were physically immoral, so the apostates and false teachers are spiritually immoral. The fire and brimstone that rained down on Sodom and Gomorrah is proof that God does and will judge sin. Hebrews 12:9 says that the God of Heaven is a consuming fire. Over and over in Scripture we are warned about the fierce judgment of God upon the wicked.
Hell is one of the doctrines that apostates attempt to do away with. Today, when hell is brought up, it will likely be met with ridicule, after all, only the ignorant could really believe in such a place.
Unbelief and faith cannot coexist, and unbelief will always result in eternal spiritual death.
In today’s study, Dr. Gonzalez discusses the three examples from the past and their awful results.
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Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
Jude’s warning to Christians and the Church is occasioned by the appearance and infiltration of false teachers in the churches, pointing out that their goal is to destroy biblical faith, biblical Christianity.
He is not simply interested in condemning the false teachers, but more than anything he wants to explain their presence in order to ensure that Christians understand their clear and present danger, and are cautious when engaging them as they contend earnestly for the faith.
In today’s study, Warning Concerning Apostates, Dr. Gonzalez will point out their craftiness, condemnation, character, corruption, and creed.
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Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
The imagery of the soldier is used many times in Scripture to depict the Christian. Paul said, No one engaged in warfare entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him as a soldier (2 Tim. 2:4). Jude was a soldier of the cross. In this short epistle, Jude leaves no Christian out. Every Christian must realize that they have been called to battle, to contend earnestly for the faith.
Many Christians get the strange idea that it is the responsibility of the preacher, teachers, and theologians to safeguard and contend for the faith. But nothing could be further from the truth. Our silence is one of the best advantages we have given the enemy. Silence will do more to ensure the enemy’s success and hinder the cause of Christ than all of Satan's other strategies.
It is the responsibility of all believers to contend earnestly for the faith. As soldiers of the cross, we are all commanded by God to proclaim and defend the truth. While sitting in prison awaiting his execution, Paul wrote, I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith (2 Tim. 4:7). Our love for Jesus Christ and others compels us to stand for truth. The proclamation of the Gospel and defense of the faith is the duty of every child of God.
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Time in the Word with Bible teacher Dr. Miguel Gonzalez is a ministry of Reasons for Faith International Ministries, which is committed to the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the clear exposition of God’s Word.
For additional resources, or if you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting www.rffiministries.org.
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Monday Apr 20, 2020
JUDE EXPOSITORY SERIES
The Epistle of Jude is perhaps one of today's most neglected and seldom preached on New Testament epistles, yet in reading it, you almost get the sense that Jude just got done writing it to the 21st century Church in America. In a way, few books in the New Testament have more to say to our generation than the Epistle of Jude.
Dr. Miguel Gonzalez begins a verse by verse exposition of this important and truly relevant letter. He will help us navigate through and understand the text while contextualizing its message by providing several important and practical applications.
In today’s study, Dr. Gonzalez points out the Christian’s invulnerable position and invaluable possession. Christians have been sanctified, preserved, and called; as bond-servants of Christ, we are the recipients of the divine provisions of mercy, peace, and love.
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Time in the Word with Bible teacher Dr. Miguel Gonzalez is a ministry of Reasons for Faith International Ministries, which is committed to the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the clear exposition of God’s Word.
For additional resources, or if you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting www.rffiministries.org.