Podcasts about Olivet Discourse

This week's sermon from Mark 13 is unpacked by Mark Carey with Mark Francis and guest Drew Sanford, as they discuss how we can have confident hope in the Lord by knowing what Jesus shared with his disciples on the Mount of Olives just before His death and resurrection. Listen to the sermon we're talking about: fbcva.org/current-sermon-series or fbcva.org/podcastsBe a part of the conversation by submitting your thoughts and questions: fbcva.org/sermon-spotlight-podcastWatch this episode and subscribe on YouTube:  @fellowshipbiblechurchvaFind out more about Fellowship Bible Church: fbcva.orgSubscribe to emails from Fellowship: fbcva.org/subscribeEngage with us:Facebook: facebook.com/groups/fellowshipfamInstagram: instagram.com/fellowshipbiblechurch/ #SermonSpotlight #FellowshipBibleChurch #FBCVA #Mark13 #BibleTeaching #ChristianPodcast #FaithInEverydayLife #Discipleship #FollowingJesus

We continue our look at a challenging section in the Olivet Discourse, in which Jesus speaks to His disciples about the time "He will send out his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other."This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit ⁠LegacyRBC.org⁠.

Sunday Morning Service, February 22th, AD 2026

In this episode we take a break from our study of the book of John and talk about the benefits of studying eschatology (the study of last things), and particularly the Olivet Discourse (Matthew 24, Mark 13, Luke 21). I talk about this subject in connection to my book, Signs of the End: What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse, and take you on a tour of the different sections of the discourse, talking about the challenges faced in the text and a preview of how they are addressed (which involves reading some excerpts from my book). I also take some time to talk about my own journey in studying the end times and how I came  to write the book.   Order a copy of my book: Signs of the End: What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/0592Fozu   Please be sure to leave a review!   Music: http://www.purple-planet.com   Reunited Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http:creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Did the Great Tribulation already happen? In this opening episode, Pastor Matt Plett begins a deep dive into Matthew 24 and the Olivet Discourse — one of the most debated passages in the Bible. Was Jesus speaking about our future, or events His first listeners would witness? By examining Scripture alongside Church history, this episode challenges the prophetic framework many modern Christians assume is standard. If you’ve ever struggled to understand Matthew 24, this series will reshape how you read the text.

Did the Great Tribulation already happen? In this opening episode, Pastor Matt Plett begins a deep dive into Matthew 24 and the Olivet Discourse — one of the most debated passages in the Bible. Was Jesus speaking about our future, or events His first listeners would witness? By examining Scripture alongside Church history, this episode challenges the prophetic framework many modern Christians assume is standard. If you've ever struggled to understand Matthew 24, this series will reshape how you read the text.Watch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere

Did the Great Tribulation already happen? In this opening episode, Pastor Matt Plett begins a deep dive into Matthew 24 and the Olivet Discourse — one of the most debated passages in the Bible. Was Jesus speaking about our future, or events His first listeners would witness? By examining Scripture alongside Church history, this episode challenges the prophetic framework many modern Christians assume is standard. If you’ve ever struggled to understand Matthew 24, this series will reshape how you read the text.

Student Bible Study, February 18, 2026 Teacher: Zane Powers

Jesus is getting us ready for the future. 

Sunday Morning Service, February 15th, 2026

BECOME A MONTHLY PARTNER https://www.alankurschner.com/partner/ Prewrath Rapture: An Overview, Part 1 of 2 (Roger Best)  • Prewrath Rapture: An Overview, Part 1 of 2…   GET OUR BOOKS: https://amzn.to/43pbG6b GET OUR EMAIL UPDATES: http://eepurl.com/bCU7qT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST:  / @bibleprophecyanswers   GO TO OUR WEBSITE: https://www.BibleProphecyAnswers.com/ In this teaching, Roger Best continues his overview of end time events and focuses on one key question: When does the rapture take place in the sequence of end-times prophecy? Rather than date-setting, he lays out a clear biblical timeline using foundational passages such as Daniel 9, Matthew 24 (the Olivet Discourse), 1–2 Thessalonians, and Revelation 6–16. How to Study Bible Prophecy (Without Confusion) Roger begins with essential principles of interpretation: take Scripture in its natural sense, interpret verses in context, let Scripture interpret Scripture, recognize there are no contradictions, and watch for “near” and “far” fulfillments. This sets the stage for understanding prophetic passages without forcing current events into texts that are not about the last days. Daniel's 70th Week and Why Israel Matters A major foundation is Daniel 9:24–27, where Roger explains the 70 “weeks” (490 years) and argues the final seven-year period—often called Daniel's 70th Week—is still future. He connects the coming covenant, its midpoint betrayal, and Israel's central role in end-times events, highlighting that God's promise of “everlasting righteousness” has not yet been fulfilled. Key Topics Covered • The five big end-times issues Daniel's 70th Week, rapture timing, Israel's salvation, God reclaiming world rule, and Armageddon. • Why Matthew 24 applies to believers Roger explains why the Olivet Discourse is not “only for Israel,” and why Jesus' warnings about deception, persecution, and endurance matter for the church. Matthew 24 + Revelation 6: Matching the Sequence Roger then compares Matthew 24 with the seal judgments of Revelation 6, showing parallel themes: false christs, wars, famines, death, martyrdom, and escalating global pressure. He argues these are “birth pains” that intensify toward the midpoint and beyond. Prewrath Rapture: After Tribulation Is Cut Short, Before God's Wrath A central claim is that the “great tribulation” (severe persecution) is cut short for the sake of the elect, followed by cosmic signs (darkened sun/moon) and then the gathering of believers. He distinguishes Satan's wrath (persecution through Antichrist) from God's wrath / the Day of the Lord (trumpets and bowls), which he places after the rapture. What You'll Walk Away With By the end of this message you'll have a big-picture roadmap: how Daniel's 70th Week unfolds, why the seals precede the trumpets and bowls, how Israel's future salvation fits in, and why this study should produce watchfulness, holy living, and confidence in Christ's victory.

In this teaching, Roger Best continues his overview of end time events and focuses on one key question: When does the rapture take place in the sequence of end-times prophecy? Rather than date-setting, he lays out a clear biblical timeline using foundational passages such as Daniel 9, Matthew 24 (the Olivet Discourse), 1–2 Thessalonians, and Revelation 6–16. The post Prewrath Rapture: An Overview of End Time Events, Part 2 of 2 (Roger Best) appeared first on Bible Prophecy Answers with Alan Kurschner.

We have to be focused on advancing the gospel even as we discuss end time details that are important.

Matthew 24:29–35 is one of the most challenging sections of the Olivet Discourse, describing cosmic upheaval and “the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.” How should we understand this language? Is Jesus speaking of events already fulfilled, or of realities still to come? In this sermon, we examine these questions and why Jesus' words still matter for the church today.This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit www.LegacyRBC.org.

The second Pretrib Problem is related to the Olivet Discourse which is the name for the teaching about the end times that Jesus gave on the Mount of Olives recorded in Matthew 24, Mark 13, and Luke 21. Christians throughout the ages have believed this passage to be speaking of the signs leading up to … Continue reading "The Olivet Discourse Problem- 7 Pretrib Problems- Ep 2"

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Discover the profound lessons Jesus imparted to His disciples about the end of days and the call to live faithfully in anticipation of His return.In this episode, Jesus shares deep insights with His disciples about the end times, emphasizing the importance of being prepared and faithful. The narrative takes you through a powerful conversation where Jesus uses parables to teach about vigilance, responsibility, and the ultimate judgment that awaits.Today's Bible verse is John 16:33, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark 13 serves as the culmination of everything Jesus said and did in the Temple during chapters 11-12. After exposing the corruption within the Temple's system and leadership in the previous two chapters, Jesus concluded His public ministry by warning the people about the hypocritical scribes who devour widows' houses. As chapter 13 begins, Jesus leaves Jerusalem and predicts the Temple's complete destruction—an event that would happen within forty years during the Roman-Jewish War (66 to 70 AD). This passage, known as the Olivet Discourse and paralleled in Matthew and Luke, forecasts Jerusalem's fall and offers a glimpse of Christ's second coming in glory. However, where Jesus is speaking specifically about the Temple's destruction and the end of history has been a subject of interpretive debate among scholars. We will address a small part of this, but it is important to remember that biblical prophecy—while fascinating and evidence of the Bible's divine inspiration—is not primarily intended to create timelines or uncover secret insights. Like all Scripture, prophecy is given to instruct, reprove, correct, and train us in righteousness for today. The disciples ask for a sign, and Jesus does not give them one until verse 14. The main point Jesus first emphasizes is not satisfying their curiosity with a detailed map of the future but teaching them (and us) how to live faithfully no matter what—being watchful against deception, not panicking amid the world's turmoil, relying on the Spirit during persecution, and enduring to the end, whether the end comes today or a thousand years from now. I. Judgment & The Disciples' Question (1-2) II. Don't Be Deceived By False Christs (5-6) III. Don't Be Alarmed By False Signs (7-8) IV. Be Ready To Endure Persecution (9-13)

 In this extended exposition of Jeremiah 16, Jacob Prasch interprets the prophet's warnings as both an immediate judgment on Judah and a far-reaching foreshadowing of the last days, closely linking the chapter to Jesus' Olivet Discourse and the book of Revelation. Prasch explains why God commands Jeremiah not to marry, mourn, or celebrate—signs that divine compassion has been withdrawn from a society that has crossed a moral point of no return. He traces recurring biblical patterns of famine, judgment, false prophecy, and idolatry from the Babylonian captivity to 70 AD, and ultimately to the rise of Babylon the Great, emphasizing that understanding prophecy requires understanding history. Addressing modern apostasy, false religion, moral collapse, and the abandonment of biblical truth, he contrasts counterfeit “words” from false prophets with the true Word of God. Yet amid judgment, Prasch highlights God's enduring covenant promises to Israel, the future regathering of the Jewish people, and the certainty that the nations will one day recognize the futility of their idols. The teaching closes with a sober reminder: when God makes Himself known in judgment, every false system will be exposed, and all will know that Yahweh alone is Lord. 

As Jesus continues what is known as the Olivet Discourse, He gives a clear and unmistakable sign of what is to come: "the abomination of desolation spoken of by the prophet Daniel, standing in the holy place..."However, what would have been clear for Jesus' original hearer is less clear to us today. In this sermon, we examine what is meant by this phrase and how it relates to the book of Daniel.This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit www.LegacyRBC.org.

Wednesday January 7, 2026 The last three parables in the Olivet Discourse are particular to the Tribulational period and focus on being alert, watchful, ready, and laboring until the Lord comes. They... for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3242

Have you ever wondered why the religious establishment missed Jesus, or what it truly meant for the first Jewish believers to declare him as Messiah? In this episode of Seek Go Create, Tim Winders guides us through the Gospel of Matthew, unveiling how it was written to make a case for Jesus as the long-awaited King. Discover the historical backdrop, the significance of Jesus' royal lineage, and the powerful Sermon on the Mount—all while exploring what life in the Kingdom looks like then and now. Dive in and see Matthew like never before, as both a compelling argument and a transformative spiritual journey."Matthew isn't proving Jesus fits the prophecies. He's showing that Jesus is what the prophecies pointed to." - Tim WindersEpisode Resources:NT90 Hub – This is the central website for the 90-day New Testament reading plan, with downloadable, printable plans, background information, and links to all episodes and resources.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction to the Series00:36 Resources and Preparation01:11 Overview of the Gospel of Matthew02:35 Historical Context and Audience04:40 Structure and Themes of Matthew06:32 Personal Reflection on the Sermon on the Mount08:29 Parables and Teachings of the Kingdom08:54 The Olivet Discourse and Its Significance10:19 Reading Plan and Final Thoughts

Join Peter Hockley for an enlightening message on being vigilant in faith. Drawing from the Olivet Discourse, explore the teachings of Jesus Christ on the importance of staying spiritually awake and prepared for His return. Reflect on passages from Luke and Mark, and learn how to align your life with God's will. This program offers both instruction and inspiration for living a purposeful Christian life in anticipation of Christ's Return. *(1) Take heed - be careful, watch out, mind how you live as a Christian (Romans 13:11-14). *(2) Watch – Be diligent in your duty and ready for the Master's Return (Mark 13:34). *(3) Pray – Be prayerful as you take heed and keep watch: “Watch therefore, and pray always" (Luke 21:36). Mark 14:38: “Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak (to do God's will).” Ephesians 6:18: "Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints." Mark 13:33: “Take heed, watch and pray.” Mark 13:37: “And what I say to you, I say to all: Watch!”

Join Peter Hockley for an enlightening message on being vigilant in faith. Drawing from the Olivet Discourse, explore the teachings of Jesus Christ on the importance of staying spiritually awake and prepared for His return. Reflect on passages from Luke and Mark, and learn how to align your life with God's will. This program offers both instruction and inspiration for living a purposeful Christian life in anticipation of Christ's Return. *(1) Take heed - be careful, watch out, mind how you live as a Christian (Romans 13:11-14). *(2) Watch – Be diligent in your duty and ready for the Master's Return (Mark 13:34). *(3) Pray – Be prayerful as you take heed and keep watch: “Watch therefore, and pray always" (Luke 21:36). Mark 14:38: “Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak (to do God's will).” Ephesians 6:18: "Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints." Mark 13:33: “Take heed, watch and pray.” Mark 13:37: “And what I say to you, I say to all: Watch!”

Sharon Doran studies Mark chapter 13 (the Olivet Discourse), tracing Jesus' final teachings from the triumphal entry through Bethany and Bethphage, the raising of Lazarus, the cursed fig tree, and the corruption of the temple leadership. She explains how these events lead into Jesus' prophecy of the temple's destruction and the signs of suffering — false messiahs, wars, earthquakes, and famines — calling listeners to watchfulness and faith.

Earthquakes. Wars. Deception. Division. Are these just global events—or signs of something greater? In this message from Pastor Jeff Schreve, you'll discover what Jesus taught in the Olivet Discourse about the “birth pains” that point to His soon return, and how believers can be ready for that glorious day.

DESCRIPTION: This episode features the rebuttals from the Preterism vs. Futurism debate. The next episode will feature the cross-examination periods and closing statements. Dr. Brock D. Hollett vs. Samuel M. Frost Saturday, Sept 19, 2020 Hope Bible Church of Tampa 5706 N. Hesperides Street Tampa, Florida 33614 Thesis: The Abomination of Desolation in Matthew 24:15 […] The post Preterism vs. Futurism Debate on the Abomination of Desolation in the Olivet Discourse appeared first on Bible Prophecy Answers.

Dr. John Neufeld begins a series on Christ's return by examining the Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24. When the disciples ask Jesus about the temple's destruction and the end of the age, He warns them of "birth pangs" - signs that will continue throughout history but don't signal the immediate end: false messiahs, wars, persecution, and apostasy. Rather than predicting timelines, Jesus calls believers to endure faithfully until the gospel reaches all nations.The Best Is Ahead: Looking ahead, some of us are fearful. But for the believers who have put their confidence fully in Christ, we know with certainty that our best days are not behind us and certainly our best days are not the ones we are living now. Our best days lie in the future, when Christ will return to gather his elect. Join Dr. Neufeld for this 5 message series in the study of Matthew 24. 

12-14-25 Olivet Discourse Pt 6: Matthew 24:14-30 by Woodlawn Baptist Church

12-21-25 Olivet Discourse Pt 7: Matthew 25:31-46 by Woodlawn Baptist Church

What do you think of when someone says "the end of the world"? Jesus wants us to think—redemption. In this Advent sermon, we open to Jesus' Olivet Discourse, where He teaches us how to read the signs of His coming and to respond, not with a sense of doom, but great confidence.

In the Olivet Discourse, Jesus tells His disciples that “the one who endures to the end will be saved” (Matthew 24:13). What does Jesus mean by this? How should we understand endurance in light of the Bible's clear teaching that those who belong to Christ cannot lose their salvation?In this sermon on Matthew 24:8–13, we examine these important questions by looking closely at the context of Jesus' words and the relationship between endurance and the assurance.This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LegacyRBC.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

1. Each of the Seven Visions of Revelation Ends with the Judgment and Return of Christ. 2. The Book of Revelation Functions as John's Olivet Discourse. 3. The Temple Will Never Be Rebuilt for Biblical Reasons. 4. The Temple Will Never Be Rebuilt for Historical Reasons. 5. What Is the Binding of Satan? 6. It Is the Gentiles No Longer Being Blinded by Demonic Forces. 7. The Kingdom of God Is Manifested by Demons Being Cast out.

Pastor Drew Zylstra preaches from Matthew 24:31-35, “The Fig Tree.” —————————— More from Oostburg CRC Sermons: https://www.firstcrcoostburg.org/sermons Bible Study Resources: https://www.firstcrcoostburg.org/resources Original Music: https://open.spotify.com/album/4P7JbJlHzabPNW8GpdxKcB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJSouYxM1rwWZ4cYAvTIqVA

Jesus warned His disciples that false teachers would infiltrate the church, that lawlessness would spread, and that the love of many would grow cold—dangers that flow naturally from rejecting the truth. In this message, we continue our study of the Olivet Discourse and explore how believers can guard their hearts and maintain a steadfast love for Christ.This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LegacyRBC.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

This is the 3rd session on Eschatology. It was presented on Nov. 24, 2025 at First Christian Church in Somerset, PA. In this session we finished our study of the Olivet Discourse (Matt 24), and then studied the question: is the Rapture separated from the Second Coming by 7 years? My Notes: Olivet Discourse & […]

As Jesus leaves the temple, He prophesies its complete destruction, sparking the disciples' questions about the end of the age. Jesus responds with the Olivet Discourse, a dense prophecy of "birth pains": false messiahs, wars, famines, and the "abomination of desolation." He warns of intense persecution but promises that "the one who endures to the end will be saved" and that the Gospel will be preached to all nations before the end comes.  The Rev. Thomas Eckstein, pastor of Concordia Lutheran Church, Jamestown, ND, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Matthew 24:1-35.  To learn more about Concordia Lutheran, visit concordiajt.org. The Gospel of Matthew bridges Old and New Testaments, presenting Jesus as the promised Messiah who fulfills the Law we could never keep and establishes His kingdom of grace for all nations. Written by a tax collector transformed by pure grace, Matthew reveals Christ as the true Son of David and Emmanuel (God with us) who challenges us with the crushing demands of the Law in His Sermon on the Mount to the sweet comfort of the Gospel in His death and resurrection. From royal genealogy to glorious resurrection, this verse-by-verse study proclaims the One who conquered sin, death, and the devil for us, now delivering forgiveness, life, and salvation through Word and Sacrament as He remains with His church always, even to the end of the age.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

This is second part in a series on Eschatology. It was presented at First Christian Church on Nov. 17, 2025. In this lecture we will begin our walk through the Olivet Discourse. Note: the recording began about ten minutes after the start of the class. Main Text: Matthew 24

The Gospel of Luke

This episode features a full length Bible study taught by Pastor Jack Abeelen of Morningstar Christian Chapel in Whittier, California.If today you prayed with Pastor Jack to receive the Lord, we'd love to hear about it and get you started on the right foot. Visit us online at: https://morningstarcc.org/born-again/To see more of Pastor Jack's Bible studies, visit our Morningstar Christian Chapel channel at https://www.youtube.com/@morningstarcc.To subscribe to our Podcast newsletter go to http://eepurl.com/iGzsP6.If you would like to support our electronic ministry, you may do so by going to our donations page at https://morningstarcc.churchcenter.com/giving/to/podcast.Visit our church website at https://morningstarcc.org.

The Gospel of Luke

This episode features a full length Bible study taught by Pastor Jack Abeelen of Morningstar Christian Chapel in Whittier, California.If today you prayed with Pastor Jack to receive the Lord, we'd love to hear about it and get you started on the right foot. Visit us online at: https://morningstarcc.org/born-again/To see more of Pastor Jack's Bible studies, visit our Morningstar Christian Chapel channel at https://www.youtube.com/@morningstarcc.To subscribe to our Podcast newsletter go to http://eepurl.com/iGzsP6.If you would like to support our electronic ministry, you may do so by going to our donations page at https://morningstarcc.churchcenter.com/giving/to/podcast.Visit our church website at https://morningstarcc.org.

This episode features a full length Bible study taught by Pastor Jack Abeelen of Morningstar Christian Chapel in Whittier, California.If today you prayed with Pastor Jack to receive the Lord, we'd love to hear about it and get you started on the right foot. Visit us online at: https://morningstarcc.org/born-again/To see more of Pastor Jack's Bible studies, visit our Morningstar Christian Chapel channel at https://www.youtube.com/@morningstarcc.To subscribe to our Podcast newsletter go to http://eepurl.com/iGzsP6.If you would like to support our electronic ministry, you may do so by going to our donations page at https://morningstarcc.churchcenter.com/giving/to/podcast.Visit our church website at https://morningstarcc.org.

The Olivet Discourse teaches that during the Great Tribulation, believers face persecution, yet salvation comes through faith in Christ, not endurance. Eternal life begins when Christ enters the heart. Those who endure tribulation may be spared physical death, but their eternal salvation rests solely on God's promise, not performance.

Bible Prophecy Under the Microscope-Episode 63 Gary continues his discussion of Matthew 23-25 with Darren Doane. The two discussed what is known as Jesus' Olivet Discourse a few years back, and this conversation picks up where they left off, continuing through Matthew 25. Many commentators see a break in the events of Matthew 24, with part of it being fulfilled in the first century and the rest being fulfilled in our future. Is this valid? This is only an excerpt from Part 4 of the series. All four parts of the discussion can be found here:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDoYkcngzFPgguXQ0r03fo-k5xRbeqL1v