The Biblical Prophecy Program™ with Dr. Alan Kurschner

Dr. Alan Kurschner posted the audio from the Minnesota Bible Prophecy Conference on “Understanding the Battle of Armageddon,” April 26, 2025, in St. Paul, MN. The speakers were Alan Kurschner and Ryan Habbena. This is part 3 of 4 sessions. Dr. Alan Kurschner gave the third session on “When Does the Battle Take Place and […] The post When Does the Battle Take Place and Who Is Involved? – Session 3 of 4 (Alan Kurschner) appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner posted the audio from the Minnesota Bible Prophecy Conference on “Understanding the Battle of Armageddon,” April 26, 2025, in St. Paul, MN. The speakers were Alan Kurschner and Ryan Habbena. This is part 2 of 4 sessions. Ryan Habbenna gave the second session on “Where Will the Battle of Armageddon Take Place?” […] The post Where Will the Battle of Armageddon Take Place? – Session 2 of 4 (Ryan Habbena) appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner posted the audio from the Minnesota Bible Prophecy Conference on “Understanding the Battle of Armageddon,” April 26, 2025, in St. Paul, MN. The speakers were Alan Kurschner and Ryan Habbena. This is part 1 of 4 sessions. Ryan Habbenna gave the first session on “The History of the Battles of Armageddon.” Here […] The post The History of the Battles of Armageddon – Session 1 of 4 (Ryan Habbena) appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner responded to a common proof text of supersessionism (aka replacement theology). They teach that because 1 Peter 2:9-10 contains Old Testament references that were originally applied to Israel, they should now be re-interpreted to be replaced by the Church being the “New Israel.” And consequently, they infer that God no longer has […] The post 1 Peter 2:9–10 Refers to JEWISH Believers appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner started by reminding us of the upcoming Minnesota Bible Prophecy Conference. He then explained that the early Church affirmed Jesus's teaching that the Church would face the persecution of the Antichrist before the return of Jesus and the resurrection. The earliest Church document outside the New Testament—the Didache—establishes this point. The core […] The post The Didache Teaches that the Church Will Face the Antichrist appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner alerted listeners that today is the last day for a hotel block room discount for the upcoming Minnesota Bible Prophecy Conference on the Battle of Armageddon.             The post Bible Prophecy Conference in TWO Weeks (and LAST Day for Hotel Room Discount) appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner continues his discussion about Premillennialism in part 2 given at the Things to Come conference at Zion's Hope last January. In this message, he highlights Satan's confinement in the abyss, and asks if it is relative or absolute. How one answers this question is crucial for understanding the End Times. Powerpoint: Summit […] The post Why I Am a Premillennialist – Part 2 (of 2) appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner explains many reasons why he embraces Pre-Millennialism. He explains various views on the Millennium, and gives particular emphasis on the victory of Jesus and the binding of Satan. This was Part 1 of 2 parts given at the Things to Come conference at Zion's Hope last January. I gave two talks on […] The post Why I Am a Premillennialist – Part 1 (of 2) appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner explained why Matthew 24:5 has not been fulfilled as preterists claim. This is a key prophecy from Jesus' Olivet Discourse that is deeply problematic for preterist interpreters. “For many (πολλοὶ) will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,' and they will mislead many” (Matt 24:5) Preterists assume that there was […] The post Preterism and Their Problem of ‘Many Messiahs' in Matthew 24:5 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner explained Jesus's reply to his disciples's question about the sign to his Second Parousia (i.e. coming) and the end of the age. Jesus warned that there would be false signs from false messianic claimants. Jesus—the Son of Man—described that his return will be unmistakable and universal, using poignant imagery and a proverb. […] The post What Is the Sign to the Second Parousia of Jesus? appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Janet Willis, the female “Randy Alcorn,” makes new arguments that the New Jerusalem, New Heavens, and New Earth will be established at the beginning of the millennium. Willis also shows that John's New Jerusalem and Ezekiel's millennial city are identical, and much more in her What on Earth Is Heaven Like?: The New Creation and […] The post NEW BOOK on Premillennial New Creationism appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner delivered an inductive study on the Davidic covenant, making a case that David's throne is still in the future and will be fulfilled on earth. In this study, he critiqued the interpretive principle used by many Covenant Theology proponents who use “New Testament Priority” to reinterpret or transform the messages in the […] The post Why Jesus Will Sit on David's Throne on EARTH in the FUTURE (Davidic Covenant) appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner talked about a new preterist view called “Satan's Little Season.” It is an amalgam of post-apocalyptic eschatology and Tartarian and Mud Flood conspiracy theories. This new breed of preterists believe that Jesus already physically returned to earth in AD 70 and the physical resurrection already occurred at that time, followed by the […] The post What Is Satan's Little Season Preterism? appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner first announced that he is speaking at Zion's Hope this week in Florida. The link is below: In this episode, he gave one of the most devastating arguments against amillennialism as they attempt to argue that “come to life” in Revelation 20:4 does not refer to the physical resurrection while maintaining that […] The post Amillennialism, Zaō (to Live), Revelation 20:4-5, and the Resurrection appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner critiqued the most common Amillennial argument in the book of Revelation using Greg Beale's restated argument from William Hendricksen. Amillennialists believe that Revelation 20:1–6 recapitulates Revelation 12:7–11 as occurring during the interadvent period. Beale proposes seven parallels that he thinks make this argument (see the Table below). Dr. Kurschner criticizes each supposed […] The post A Critique of the MOST Common Amillennial Recapitulation Argument in the Book of Revelation appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner explained Thematic Millennialism, which is a non-temporal interpretation understanding of the millennial passage. He surveyed two interpreters: E. Schüssler Fiorenza and David L. Mathewson.       Become a ministry Partner: Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly The post Thematic Millennialism appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner described four beliefs of Amillennialism.     Help support the ministry!   Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly The post 4 Beliefs of Amillennialism appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner outlined seven beliefs of postmillennialism.     Help support the ministry:   Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly   The post 7 Beliefs of Postmillennialism appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner outlined nine beliefs of premillennialism.           Become a Partner   Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly The post 9 Beliefs of Premillennialism appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner explains how to classify millennial views. It is more descriptive than traditional ways of doing it. Premillennialism, postmillennialism, amillennialism, and there is another view out there.     Become a Partner:   Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly   The post How Should We Classify Millennial Views? appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner covered another pietistic platitude: “You should be concerned with evangelism, not biblical prophecy.” Dr. Kurschner deflates this superficial slogan with biblical facts and shows that it is vacuous.     Become a Ministry Partner for 2025: Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly     The post “You should be concerned with evangelism, not biblical prophecy” appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner covered another pietistic platitude: “This Doctrine Divides the Church.” Dr. Kurschner deflates this superficial slogan with biblical facts and shows that it is vacuous.     Become a Ministry Partner for 2025: Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly       The post “This Doctrine Divides the Church” appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner covered the pietistic platitude: “I'm looking for Jesus Christ, not the Antichrist!” Dr. Kurschner deflates this superficial slogan with biblical facts, especially the point that Jesus and Paul contradict this utterance.     Help support us: Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly   The post “I'm Looking for Jesus Christ, Not the Antichrist!” appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner covered the pietistic platitude: “What only matters is the fact that Jesus is returning.” He deflates this superficial slogan with biblical facts, especially the point that Jesus contradicts this utterance.   SHOP: https://www.alankurschner.com/shop/   The post ‘What Only Matters Is the Fact that Jesus Is Returning' appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner responds to the often-heard slogan, “It Will All Pan Out in the End.” This slogan is a “pietistic” platitude intended to place the person uttering it above the fray. Dr. Kurschner explains how it fails as biblical reality and contradicts Jesus's and Paul's attitudes toward the Second Coming.   Please support us […] The post ‘It Will All Pan Out in the End' appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner debunked trite (but effective) slogans intended to deflate your enthusiasm for studying the second coming of Christ. He explains how to respond to each one specifically, which will leave the person silent. He addressed three platitudes of the “Agnostic” type. In the next episode, he will address the “Pietistic” type.   https://www.alankurschner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/1.1-Biblical-Prophecy-online-v2.pdf […] The post “You Can't Know Biblical Prophecy . . . Nor Should You” appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner summarized the question on the millennial debate in the book of Revelation and briefly explained the two interpretive tools that he used to contribute original argumentation for premillennialism in the book of Revelation. Series link: https://www.alankurschner.com/category/revelation-1911-206-and-the-millennium/   Become a Ministry Partner: Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly       The post Summarizing the Millennial Question in the Book of Revelation appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner continued to respond to pretribulation teacher Lee Brainard's YouTube video “Imminence Under Attack” with Brainard's understanding (or redefinition) of imminence. Here is the last episode's program responding to him: https://www.alankurschner.com/2025/01/14/replying-to-audio-clips-from-lee-brainards-imminence-under-attack/   Become an Eschatos Partner https://www.alankurschner.com/partner/       (Audio source: Soothkeep youtube channel, Jan 10, 2025, “Imminence Under Attack”)     […] The post Pretribulation Lee Brainard REDEFINES Imminence to Mean Signs Must Happen Before the Rapture appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner responded to pretribulation teacher Lee Brainard's YouTube video “Imminence Under Attack,” critiquing proof texts and Brainard's understanding of imminence.     Please consider becoming a Ministry Partner: Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly     (Audio source: Soothkeep youtube channel, Jan 10, 2025, “Imminence Under Attack”)     The post Replying to Audio Clips from Lee Brainard's “Imminence Under Attack” appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Kurschner gave a brief description of the history of our modern chapter break system. This should help us appreciate the millennial debate because the artificial chapter break at Revelation 20 is misleading, as it disconnects the context from Revelation 19. Series link: https://www.alankurschner.com/category/revelation-1911-206-and-the-millennium/   Our Store https://www.alankurschner.com/shop/         The post “Revelation 20” and the History of Artificial Chapter Breaks appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Kurschner commented more deeply about the key question in the millennial debate that interpreters should be aware of.   Series link: https://www.alankurschner.com/category/revelation-1911-206-and-the-millennium/ Become a Ministry Partner Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly     The post Is There a Link between the Battle-Victory of Jesus and the Binding of Satan? appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner discussed the heart of the millennial debate, the key question being whether or not there is a link between Revelation 19:11—21 and 20:1–6. He used his book A Linguistic Approach to Revelation 19:11—20:6 and the Millennium Binding of Satan as a springboard to explain the interpretation of this question.     Become […] The post The Heart of the Millennial Debate appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner addresses the timing and placement of the rapture and resurrection in relation to the Antichrist's great tribulation. He identifies nine biblical passages that locate the rapture and resurrection after the great tribulation, which occurs before the day of the Lord's wrath. He takes the classic rapture passage of 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 as […] The post 9 Reasons Why the Rapture and Resurrection Occur AFTER the Great Tribulation (Rapture Talks) appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner gave six reasons why Reformed/Covenant theology wrongly reinterprets Malachi 4:5, disconnecting it from its original intended meaning. “Look, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and terrible day of the LORD arrives” (Mal 4:5).       Become an Eschatos Partner by Giving Monthly The post 6 Reasons Why Elijah's Prophecy in Malachi 4:5 Is Future appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Kurschner started an ongoing series discussing the New Creation Model of God's future purposes versus the Spiritual Vision Model. As a springboard, he is using Michael Vlach's super insightful book The New Creation Model: A Paradigm for Discovering God's Restoration Purposes from Creation to New Creation. The New Creation Model: A Paradigm for Discovering […] The post New Creation Eschatology: We Got Heaven Wrong appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner discusses Matthew's version of the Olivet Discourse (Matthew 24–25) and its descriptions of three temptations that believers will face during the Antichrist's great tribulation. He underscored that these temptations will be real and concrete causing many in the professing Church to apostatize their faith, precisely what Satan intends. Listen to discover what […] The post THREE Temptations to Apostatize in Matthew's Olivet Discourse appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Alan Kurschner announced that he is resuming The Biblical Prophecy Program after a year and a half and closing down Bible Prophecy Daily to focus on his own podcast. He also announced a matching program to raise 25 new Eschatos Partners to kick off the podcast: https://www.alankurschner.com/partner/ Podcast Website Link: https://www.alankurschner.com/category/the-biblical-prophecy-program/ Podcast RSS Feed: […] The post We Are RESUMING the Biblical Prophecy Program Podcast! appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

[*This is a special program from Bible Prophecy Daily being played today on The Biblical Prophecy Program] Dr. Kurschner announced the release of the new book, The Future Restoration of Israel: A Response to Supersessionism. It was six years in the making and the most extensive book written on the topic of Israel's Future. It […] Related Posts: Future Millennium and the Binding of Satan - Ep. 194 Eternal Israel – Forever with the Lord, Matthew 19:28 – Ep.… Romans 11, Israel's Fulfillment, and Her National Salvation… The post NEW BOOK on Israel's Future Is Available appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Kurschner announced that Eschatos Ministries will be sponsoring a Bible Prophecy seminar at the Ark Encounter, including the Ark Encounter experience. Then he focused on explaining the meaning of “one taken and one left” in Matthew 24.       Related Posts: New Prewrath Book Announcement! – Ep. 201 Antichrist Takes His Seat in the Temple of God - 2… Paul: Disturbances and Labor Pains – Ep. 191 The post Ark Encounter Event Announcement, and the Meaning of ‘One Taken and One Left' appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Kurschner examines whether 1 Corinthians 11:26 (‘until he comes') refers to an imminent return for his church:“For every time you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.” Some pretribulationists think this verse indicates an imminent rapture since Paul does not mention any event that happens before […] Related Posts: Interview on the Documentary: Problems with the Pretrib… Use THIS Effective Strategy on Your Pretrib Friends for 2… Paul: Disturbances and Labor Pains – Ep. 191 The post Does 1 Corinthians 11:26 (‘until he comes') Mean Imminence? – Ep. 202 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

I am pleased to announce that my new book is NOW available! You can purchase it from Amazon.   Here is a description from the back of the book: Does God Work with Israel and the Church at the Same Time? Is There a Connection between the Rapture and the Second Coming? In the first […] Related Posts: 1260 Days, 42 Months, and Time, Times, and a Half Time in… Interview on the Documentary: Problems with the Pretrib… Jesus's Use of the Noah, Lot, and Thief Illustrations… The post New Prewrath Book Announcement! – Ep. 201 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

This is a dialogue on what the early church taught on the second coming of Jesus. The speakers are Steve Gregg (Preterist), Charles Cooper (Prewrath), and Thomas Ice (Pretribulational). They were each given fifteen minutes to describe their position, followed by questions and interaction. This eschatology dialogue was recorded in O'Fallon Missouri at an eschatology […] Related Posts: Q & A of the 2019 Fall Prophecy Conference at Fellowship… Debate Cross-Examination and Closing Statements: Preterism… Debate Rebuttals: Preterism vs. Futurism on the Abomination… The post What Did the Early Church Fathers Teach on the Second Coming? – Ep. 200 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Barry Horner delivered the final session of six from the “Future Israel, Future Millennium” Bible prophecy conference that was recorded January 16, 2016 in Glendora, California. He spoke on “Eternal Israel – Forever with the Lord, Matthew 19:28.” The three speakers were Dr. Alan E. Kurschner, Joel Richardson, and Barry E. Horner. “And Jesus said […] Related Posts: Israel – Identity Theft Victim, Romans 4:13 - Ep. 198 Future Millennium and the Binding of Satan - Ep. 194 Premillennialism Answering Amillennialism - Ep. 195 The post Eternal Israel – Forever with the Lord, Matthew 19:28 – Ep. 199 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Barry Horner delivered the fifth of six sessions from the “Future Israel, Future Millennium” Bible prophecy conference that was recorded January 16, 2016 in Glendora, California. He spoke on “Israel – Identity Theft Victim, Romans 4:13.” The three speakers were Dr. Alan E. Kurschner, Joel Richardson, and Barry E. Horner.         Related Posts: Romans 11, Israel's Fulfillment, and Her National Salvation… Understanding the Biblical Covenants - Ep. 196 Future Millennium and the Binding of Satan - Ep. 194 The post Israel – Identity Theft Victim, Romans 4:13 – Ep. 198 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Joel Richardson delivered the fourth session of six sessions from the “Future Israel, Future Millennium” Bible prophecy conference that was recorded January 16, 2016 in Glendora, California. He spoke on “Romans 11, Israel's Fulfillment, and Her National Salvation.” The three speakers were Dr. Alan E. Kurschner, Joel Richardson, and Barry E. Horner.       […] Related Posts: Understanding the Biblical Covenants - Ep. 196 Future Millennium and the Binding of Satan - Ep. 194 Premillennialism Answering Amillennialism - Ep. 195 The post Romans 11, Israel's Fulfillment, and Her National Salvation – Ep. 197 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Joel Richardson delivered the third session of six sessions from the “Future Israel, Future Millennium” Bible prophecy conference that was recorded January 16, 2016 in Glendora, California. He spoke on “Understanding the Biblical Covenants.” The three speakers were Dr. Alan E. Kurschner, Joel Richardson, and Barry E. Horner.         Related Posts: Future Millennium and the Binding of Satan - Ep. 194 Premillennialism Answering Amillennialism - Ep. 195 Joel: ‘Before the Day of the Lord' - Ep. 187 The post Understanding the Biblical Covenants – Ep. 196 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

This is the second session of six from the “Future Israel, Future Millennium” Bible prophecy conference that was recorded January 16, 2016 in Glendora, California. The three speakers were Dr. Alan E. Kurschner, Joel Richardson, and Barry E. Horner. The second session was delivered by Dr. Alan E. Kurschner and spoke on “Premillennialism Answering Amillennialism.” […] Related Posts: Future Millennium and the Binding of Satan - Ep. 194 Joel: ‘Before the Day of the Lord' - Ep. 187 Q & A of the 2019 Fall Prophecy Conference at Fellowship… The post Premillennialism Answering Amillennialism – Ep. 195 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

This is the first session of six from the “Future Israel, Future Millennium” Bible prophecy conference that was recorded January 16, 2016 in Glendora, California. The three speakers were Dr. Alan E. Kurschner, Joel Richardson, and Barry E. Horner. The first session was delivered by Dr. Alan E. Kurschner and spoke on “Future Millennium and […] Related Posts: Joel: ‘Before the Day of the Lord' - Ep. 187 Q & A of the 2019 Fall Prophecy Conference at Fellowship… Why Premillennial Theology Matters - Ep. 140 The post Future Millennium and the Binding of Satan – Ep. 194 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

Dr. Kurschner announced for his podcast audience his decision to write a commentary on the book of Revelation at revelationcommentary.com He explains how to use the new commentary and what to expect. In addition, he explained why he decided to write a commentary on the book of Revelation and why he chose not to go […] Related Posts: The Seven Trumpet Judgments ARE God's Wrath - Ep. 170 God's Eschatological Wrath Begins AFTER the Resurrection and… The 'Bride' of Christ Is MENTIONED in the Book of Revelation… The post revelationcommentary.com – Ep. 193 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

This is session 6 of 6, “John: The Sixth Seal Sign,” delivered by Ryan Habbena from last year's Minnesota Bible Prophecy Conference, May 7–8, 2021 in Inver Grove Heights Minnesota. The theme of the conference was The Celestial Disturbances. Dr. Alan Kurschner and Pastor Ryan Habbena were the speakers for the conference. “Then I looked […] Related Posts: Matthew: ‘Immediately After' - Ep. 188 Joel: ‘Before the Day of the Lord' - Ep. 187 Luke: ‘When These Things Begin' - Ep. 189 The post John: The Sixth Seal Sign – Ep. 192 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.

This is session 5 of 6, “Paul: Disturbances and Labor Pains” delivered by Dr. Alan Kurschner from last year's Minnesota Bible Prophecy Conference, May 7–8, 2021 in Inver Grove Heights Minnesota. The theme of the conference was The Celestial Disturbances. Dr. Alan Kurschner and Pastor Ryan Habbena were the speakers for the conference. In this […] Related Posts: Joel: ‘Before the Day of the Lord' - Ep. 187 Matthew: ‘Immediately After' - Ep. 188 Peter: Bookends to the Church Age - Ep. 190 The post Paul: Disturbances and Labor Pains – Ep. 191 appeared first on ESCHATOS MINISTRIES.