Israel, Syria, Iran, Russia, Turkey, Lebanon - these nations always seem to pop up in worldwide news headlines and for good reason - they also feature prominently in End Times prophecy. As we look at current events in the Middle East in light of Ezekiel 38:14-19, may we be informed but more importantly focused on Jesus and pointing others to Him in these last days.

Within the rapidly changing and confusing narrative of current events, it can be easy to be lured away from sound doctrine and deceived into forsaking truth and the Word of God. However, 1 Timothy 4:1-6 gives us some clear advice on what to look for in the end times to steadfastly withstand the deception and delusion that is underlying the current worldwide situation.

Paul warns Timothy that perilous times will come in the last days and thankfully he has given us a comprehensive list of threats to watch out for in 2 Timothy 3:1-17. As we compare Paul’s warnings against current events, cultural trends, and church doctrine, may we be those who hold tight to the Word, persevere in God’s wisdom, and cautiously respond to the noise of the world that surrounds us.

What does the Bible say about disease outbreaks like the coronavirus? Is this the beginning of the end? What else should we expect? As we examine our present circumstances and what the Bible says about plagues and the End Times, we see how things are aligning with prophecy and setting up worldwide machinations. But most importantly we see how placing our faith in Jesus Christ is the best response in perilous times.

Had they truly been paying attention to what was happening when Jesus rode into Jerusalem in Luke 19:32-42, the people could have clearly seen the coming Messiah and understood His ultimate purpose. Today as we await His Second Coming, we study the signs the Bible says to look for, how we are seeing these things unfold before our very eyes, and most importantly how to prepare our hearts to be ready to see our beloved Savior.

As we watch interesting political alliances form, modern technology rapidly advance and society’s decline into depravity, we are reminded that what we are actually seeing is an escalation of events leading towards the End Times. During our 2019 Prophecy Update we look at what the Bible reveals about these things and what our lives should be about as we await Christ’s return.

As we watch interesting political alliances form, modern technology rapidly advance and society’s decline into depravity, we are reminded that what we are actually seeing is an escalation of events leading towards the End Times. During our 2018 Prophecy Update we look at what the Bible reveals about these things and what our lives should be about as we await Christ’s return.

In part II of our yearly Prophecy Update we delve deeper into nine topics continually in the news that may factor into the End Times. As we examine Jerusalem’s status, religious shifts, potential wars, technological developments and moral decline though the lens of Scripture we consider the implications and are reminded to place our trust and hope in Jesus Christ alone in these unsteady times.

Considering all the ink the Bible gives to prophecy it is important to have a clear understanding what it is, what it is not, and how it fits into current events. As we look at Matthew 24 and various other scriptures in part I of our yearly Prophecy Update we identify nine current events of importance to keep an eye on in light of what Bible tells us about the End Times.

As we embark upon a brand new year it’s easy to become discouraged already about everything that is going on in the world today. However, as we study how Daniel dealt with troubled times in Daniel 9 we learn how we should approach the new year.