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Dr. Broggi continues the overview of God's prophetic calendar, focusing on the rapture of the church. He tackles a listener question from Matthew 24:40-41 — the "one taken, one left" passage — and explains why this verse is commonly misapplied to the rapture, tracing the popular misinterpretation back to Hal Lindsey's The Late Great Planet Earth. From there, Dr. Broggi walks through 1 Thessalonians 4, unpacking what happens to believers who've died, the meaning of "sleep" as a biblical metaphor for death, and the promise of the "blessed hope" — culminating in a clear, verse-by-verse explanation of the rapture itself and how it differs from the Second Coming.

Takeaways

• The rapture is the next major event on God's prophetic calendar.
• The judgment seat of Christ is for rewards, not for sin.
• The tribulation begins with a peace treaty signed by the Antichrist.
• Christ's second coming involves the return to earth with His saints.
• Believers who die are immediately with the Lord, awaiting resurrection.

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📖 Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:17 Overview of the Rapture and Judgment Seat of Christ

01:14 The Significance of the Peace Covenant and Tribulation Start

02:13 The End of Tribulation and Christ’s Return

03:40 The Four Judgments in Revelation

04:35 Question on the Rapture and Matthew 24

06:01 Misinterpretation of Matthew 24:40-41

07:24 The Revelation of the Rapture in Scripture

13:42 The Meaning of Sleep and Resurrection in the Bible

18:50 The Deity of Christ and the Blessed Hope

23:14 The Return of Loved Ones and the Rapture

30:25 The Comfort and Urgency of the Rapture Message

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• Would You Like to Know God as Your Friend?
• Institute of Biblical Studies
• Spiritual Gift Exam
• Living a Spirit Filled Life

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Is the rapture a man-made doctrine, or does the Bible actually teach that believers will be “caught up” to meet the Lord? In this episode, we begin exploring what Scripture says about the rapture, the resurrection of believers, and how this event fits into God’s prophetic schedule.

Dr. Broggi walks through key passages like 1 Thessalonians 4 and explains why the real question is not whether there is a rapture, but when and how it will unfold. We also look at how the rapture relates to the tribulation, the judgment seat of Christ, the Second Coming, and the future reign of Christ.

If you’ve ever wondered what the Bible teaches about the rapture, the end times, or the hope Christians have beyond the grave, this episode will help you think clearly and biblically.

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📖 Chapters

00:00 — Is the Rapture Man-Made or Biblical?

00:37 — Question: Supporting Israel While Critiquing Its Government

09:06 — Where the Rapture Fits in God’s Prophetic Schedule

10:37 — Why Every Christian Must Deal with the Rapture

11:49 — Is the Word “Rapture” in the Bible?

14:10 — The Main Views on the Timing of the Rapture

15:24 — “Do Not Be Uninformed”: Understanding 1 Thessalonians 4

16:42 — What Happens to Christians Who Have Died?

20:14 — Common Misconceptions About Heaven, Hell, and Death

24:01 — The Resurrection in the Old Testament

26:34 — The Rapture and Second Coming as Distinct Events

27:48 — Michael, Israel, and the Great Tribulation

29:06 — When Are Old Testament Saints Resurrected?

30:19 — The Most Important Question: Will You Go Up When Jesus Comes?

💡 Resources

• Would You Like to Know God as Your Friend?
• Institute of Biblical Studies
• Spiritual Gift Exam
• Living a Spirit Filled Life

📝 Show Notes

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Has God already fulfilled His promises to Israel — or is there more to come? After answering a listener question about 1 Kings 4:21 and Solomon's reign, we zoom out to a 10,000-foot overview of God's prophetic schedule: the Rapture, the Bema Seat, the seven-year Tribulation, the Second Coming, the Millennial Reign of Christ, and eternity future. If you've ever wanted to see how all the pieces of Bible prophecy fit together, this is the episode to start with.

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📖 Chapters0:00 – Introduction & Listener Question: Did Solomon Fulfill the Land Covenant?5:17 – God's Prophetic Schedule: The 10,000ft. View8:38 – The Tribulation, the Antichrist & the Two Purposes of the Great Tribulation16:07 – The Second Coming, Resurrection of Saints & the Millennial Reign26:06 – Final Judgments, Eternity Future & Why the Church Misses the Tribulation💡 Resources

• Would You Like to Know God as Your Friend?
• Institute of Biblical Studies
• Spiritual Gift Exam
• Living a Spirit Filled Life

📝 Show Notes

• ⁠Book of Revelation Sermon Series⁠

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Dr. Broggi explores the importance of studying Bible prophecy, different interpretative approaches, and the literal fulfillment of biblical events, emphasizing the significance of understanding prophecy in today's context.

📖 Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Bible Prophecy

00:46 Understanding Different Interpretations of Prophecy

05:51 The Importance of a Literal Interpretation

12:02 The Rapture and Its Significance

20:03 Conclusion and Call to Action

💡 Resources

• ⁠Would You Like to Know God as Your Friend?⁠
• ⁠Institute of Biblical Studies⁠
• ⁠Spiritual Gift Exam⁠
• ⁠Living a Spirit Filled Life⁠

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Dr. Broggi explores why sincere Bible-believing Christians interpret prophetic Scripture differently. He discusses various interpretative approaches, the importance of literal hermeneutics, and the future of Israel in prophecy.📖 Chapters00:00 Understanding Prophetic Interpretations03:07 The Importance of Prophecy in Scripture06:02 Different Interpretative Approaches to Prophecy08:52 Preterism: The Past View of Prophecy12:05 Historicism: The Unfolding View of Prophecy14:59 Idealism: The Spiritual Message of Prophecy17:53 Futurism: The Future View of Prophecy20:45 The Role of Israel in Prophetic Interpretation24:07 Conclusion: The Need for a Consistent Hermeneutic📝 Show Notes⁠Book of Revelation Sermon Series⁠ - https://searchthescriptures.org/resources/messages-broadcasts/sermon-list/#series=revelation/God's ⁠Unconditional Covenant⁠ with Israel -https://youtu.be/EChwvbDckas?si=vcF6uwa-cuQsBP7q💡 Resources⁠Would You Like to Know God as Your Friend?⁠⁠ -https://searchthescriptures.org/sermon/would-you-like-to-know-god-as-your-friend/Institute of Biblical Studies⁠⁠ -https://searchthescriptures.org/resources/institute-of-biblical-studies/Spiritual Gift Exam -https://searchthescriptures.org/gifts/⁠⁠Living a Spirit Filled Life⁠ -https://searchthescriptures.org/sermon/living-a-spirit-filled-life/💪 Help Support Search the Scriptures -- https://tr.ee/xWBtgr📱Download the Search the Scriptures app!Apple App Store -https://apps.apple.com/us/app/search-the-scriptures/id717448878Google Play Store -https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.subsplash.thechurchapp.searchthescriptures🤳 Follow Search the Scriptures:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/searchthescriptures/Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/stscriptures/X -https://x.com/STScripturesYouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@searchthescriptures_broggi

Does God still have a future plan for Israel? In this episode, we explore one of the most important biblical themes in Scripture: God’s unconditional covenant with Abraham and what it means for Israel, the church, and God’s faithfulness.Building from Genesis 12, Genesis 15, Genesis 17, 2 Samuel 7, Jeremiah 31, Jeremiah 33, Luke 1, and Romans 9–11, this episode examines the land, seed, blessing, and kingdom promises God made to Abraham and David. We discuss why the Abrahamic Covenant is described as unconditional, how God alone guarantees His promises, and why the future restoration of Israel matters in biblical prophecy.This episode also considers the relationship between Israel and the church, the importance of taking God’s promises seriously, and the encouragement believers can draw from the fact that God is faithful to His Word.Whether you are studying Bible prophecy, the covenants, Romans 11, or the role of Israel in Scripture, this episode is designed to help you think biblically, carefully, and faithfully.📖 Chapters00:00 Exploring God's Future for Israel07:08 The Unconditional Covenant with Abraham13:51 The Role of Israel in God's Plan20:52 The Future Restoration of Israel

💡 Resources

• Would You Like to Know God as Your Friend?
• Institute of Biblical Studies
• Spiritual Gift Exam
• Living a Spirit Filled Life

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What makes Genesis 15 one of the most important chapters in the Bible? Dr. Broggi explores the Abrahamic Covenant, God’s promises to Abram, and why this foundational chapter is essential for understanding Israel, Bible prophecy, and the faithfulness of God.

📖 Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:12 The Importance of Bible Prophecy

02:58 Genesis 15: A Key Chapter in Scripture

04:42 The Call of Abraham and the Abrahamic Covenant

11:39 God's Promises to Abraham

17:17 Abraham's Faith and Righteousness

20:34 The Covenant and Prophecy of Israel's Future

📝 Show Notes

• Book of Acts Sermon Series
• Angelology Course on Search the Scriptures
• Study the Bible with Dr. Broggi through the Institute of Biblical Studies

💡 Resources

• Would You Like to Know God as Your Friend?
• Institute of Biblical Studies
• Spiritual Gift Exam
• Living a Spirit Filled Life

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Dr. Broggi explores the biblical foundation and practical aspects of the Great Commission, emphasizing the importance of evangelism, discipleship, and global missions. He shares insights from Scripture, personal experiences, and strategic approaches to fulfilling God's call to reach all nations.

📖 Chapters

00:00 The Role of Local Assemblies in World Missions

10:08 Understanding the Great Commission

19:57 Challenges and Strategies in Supporting Missionaries

30:05 The Importance of Local Churches in Global Outreach

📝 Show Notes

• Finances God's Way

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