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The Olivet Discourse closes with a final warning about the soon return of Jesus.
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 & […]
1. The Lord Jesus Christ Will Return Physically, Literally, and Bodily (Acts 1:11). 2. Revelation Functions as John's Olivet Discourse. 2.1. Matthew 24-25 Points to the Destruction of the Temple (Matthew 24:15) and the Return of Christ (Matthew 24:36-25:46). 2.2. Mark 13 Points to the Destruction of the Temple (Mark 13:14) and the Return of Christ (Mark 13:32-37). 2.3. Luke 21:5-36 Points to the Destruction of the Temple (Luke 21:20-24) and the Return of Christ (Luke 21:34-36). 3. Each of the Major Visions Ends with the Second Coming of Christ in Judgment. 3.1. The Seven Seals Climax with Christ's Return (Revelation 6:12-17). 3.2. The Seven Trumpets Climax with Christ's Return (Revelation 11:16-18). 3.3. The Middle Vision Climaxes with Christ's Return (Revelation 14:14-20). 3.4. The Seven Bowls Climax with Christ's Return (Revelation 16:16-21; Cf. Revelation 6:7ff.). 3.5. The Vision of the Whore, the Bride, and the Groom Climaxes with Christ's Return (Revelation 19:1-3). 3.6. The Vision of the Rider on the White Horse Climaxes with Christ's Return (Revelation 19:17). 3.7. The Post-Millennial Vision Climaxes with Christ's Return (Revelation 20:11-15). 4. Have you Repented and Cast Yourself on God's Mercy in Christ?
The Second coming of Jesus Christ is the future event that all Christians long for. Apart from this drastic occasion, the Christian can never be truly satisfied to the fullest. We are blessed. We are empowered. We enjoy the gift of life and all that it contains. Yet, we are not perfectly content until the moment arrives when we see our King. This is the blessed hope of the Christian life, and it will not be denied us. Having said that, before Jesus returns, things will become very dark on planet earth. In this next section of the Olivet Discourse, Jesus prophesies some very dark storms which must arise before He returns. These events will shake the planet in ways that Jesus declared would be the worst days humanity has ever experienced. Why is it important that we understand these things? So we may be prepared in heart, mind, spirit and soul for them when they occur. Be sobered as we learn about the coming storms and how to be ready for them.
The Second coming of Jesus Christ is the future event that all Christians long for. Apart from this drastic occasion, the Christian can never be truly satisfied to the fullest. We are blessed. We are empowered. We enjoy the gift of life and all that it contains. Yet, we are not perfectly content until the moment arrives when we see our King. This is the blessed hope of the Christian life, and it will not be denied us. Having said that, before Jesus returns, things will become very dark on planet earth. In this next section of the Olivet Discourse, Jesus prophesies some very dark storms which must arise before He returns. These events will shake the planet in ways that Jesus declared would be the worst days humanity has ever experienced. Why is it important that we understand these things? So we may be prepared in heart, mind, spirit and soul for them when they occur. Be sobered as we learn about the coming storms and how to be ready for them.
11-16-25 Olivet Discourse Pt 3 - Matthew 24:29-35 by Woodlawn Baptist Church
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
Send us a textWhat happens when two Christians from different theological backgrounds sit down to discuss the topics most churches avoid? In this engaging conversation, Cass welcomes Matt from Post-PostModern Theology for a deep dive into philosophy, apologetics, and the cultural forces shaping modern Christianity.Matt shares his journey from skeptical Greek Orthodox roots to apologetics, explaining how postmodernism has become the "cannibalistic" worldview eating itself alive—from transgender ideology contradicting feminism to Richard Dawkins becoming a "cultural Christian." But the conversation goes beyond cultural critique. Discover why Christians struggle to share their faith (hint: it's about counting the cost), how to have controversial conversations with grace, and why every single person—atheist or believer—lives by faith. Matt breaks down complex philosophical concepts like epistemology and presuppositional apologetics into practical wisdom for defending your beliefs.The discussion takes controversial turns: Is Christian Zionism hurting the church? What did Jesus really mean in the Olivet Discourse? Why isn't communion mentioned in John's Last Supper account? Should Christians observe the Sabbath?Throughout, both hosts model what they preach: respectful disagreement, intellectual humility, and a commitment to testing everything against Scripture. Whether you're reformed, Pentecostal, or somewhere in between, this conversation will challenge you to examine what you believe and why.Key Topics:Postmodernism's impact on church and cultureApologetics methods (evidential vs presuppositional)Israel, eschatology, and end times theologyThe problem of Christian echo chambersWhy the laws of logic prove immaterial reality existsCommunion, Sabbath, and denominational differencesPerfect for: Christians seeking intellectual depth, anyone interested in apologetics, and believers ready to step outside their theological comfort zone.Follow @hertheology on Instagram & YouTube. Head to hertheology.com to find out more.
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.
Pastor Drew Zylstra preaches from Matthew 24:15-24, “Facing Trials Well.” —————————— More from […]
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.
Pastor Drew Zylstra preaches from Matthew 24:1-14 to kick of our new series, […]
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.
What is the symbolic meaning of the seven-sealed scroll in the book of Revelation? Dr. Kurschner first described three common interpretations. Then he explicated his new view, which is the most plausible, called a certificate of debenture (i.e. debt). The nature of the first four seals, fifth seal, and the sixth seal support this interpretation, which also gives additional support for the prewrath position in the book of Revelation. The seals on the scroll are not God's wrath. Rather, the seals symbolize the accumulating debt of judgment that the wicked deserve and eventually will have to pay up when the scroll is opened, unleashing the trumpet and bowl judgments of the day of the Lord's wrath. CLICK HERE FOR NEW FACEBOOK PAGE CLICK HERE FOR NEW INSTAGRAM PAGE CLICK HERE FOR OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL Links mentioned in the program: https://www.alankurschner.com/partner/ KEWORDS: End times, Eschatology, Jesus, Great Tribulation, Rapture, Second Coming, Book of Revelation, Bible prophecy, Christian eschatology, second coming of Christ, Antichrist, Book of Daniel, Olivet Discourse, Paul's Thessalonians, pre-wrath, the Apocalypse, Apocalypticism, parousia, apostasy, the church, Israel, replacement theology, prewrath rapture, pretribulationism, dispensationalism, premillennialism, amillennialism, postmillennialism, Preterism, futurism, God's wrath, trumpets, bowls, seals, angels, Armageddon, new Jerusalem, birth pangs, abomination of desolation, Babylon, Amir Tsarfati, temple, Jews, tribulation period, 70th week of Daniel, seventieth, sixth seal, seventh seal
As we continue our exposition on the Olivet Discourse, we come to Jesus' warning that His disciples would be hated for His name's sake and that they would face tribulation and even death. This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit LegacyRBC.org.
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Mark 13:1-36 // Jonathan NeefIn this significant sermon, Jesus gives his disciples a prophecy about the destruction of the Jerusalem temple and the signs of his return. He warns of coming persecution, false teachers, and a time of great distress. He concludes with a powerful command to be on guard and stay awake, for no one knows the day or hour of his coming.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion):https://bible.com/events/49510989PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2542/responses/new25.10.26
Mark 13:1-37 // Ben BeasleyIn this significant sermon, Jesus gives his disciples a prophecy about the destruction of the Jerusalem temple and the signs of his return. He warns of coming persecution, false teachers, and a time of great distress. He concludes with a powerful command to be on guard and stay awake, for no one knows the day or hour of his coming.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new25.10.26
Mark 13:1-36 // Gabe CoyleIn this significant sermon, Jesus gives his disciples a prophecy about the destruction of the Jerusalem temple and the signs of his return. He warns of coming persecution, false teachers, and a time of great distress. He concludes with a powerful command to be on guard and stay awake, for no one knows the day or hour of his coming.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2553/responses/new25.10.26
Mark 13:1-36 // Bill GormanIn this significant sermon, Jesus gives his disciples a prophecy about the destruction of the Jerusalem temple and the signs of his return. He warns of coming persecution, false teachers, and a time of great distress. He concludes with a powerful command to be on guard and stay awake, for no one knows the day or hour of his coming.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2546/responses/new25.10.26
Mark 13:1-36 // Paul BrandesIn this significant sermon, Jesus gives his disciples a prophecy about the destruction of the Jerusalem temple and the signs of his return. He warns of coming persecution, false teachers, and a time of great distress. He concludes with a powerful command to be on guard and stay awake, for no one knows the day or hour of his coming.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2574/responses/new25.10.26
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
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Dr. Nate Magloughlin - Mark 13:1-37
As Jesus begins what is known as the Olivet Discourse, He is answering the disciples questions about the coming destruction of the Temple, the sign of His coming, and of the end of the age. With these questions as the immediate context of Jesus' teaching in this passage, we will examine His warnings about false signs and false Christs that might otherwise lead His people astray.This sermon was preached at Legacy Reformed Baptist Church in East Grand Forks, MN. For more information, visit LegacyRBC.org.
The Gospel of Luke
Jesus continues to discuss end times in the Olivet Discourse, and concludes with the final judgement. In this podcast, we discuss this judgment, the millennium reign, and the New Jerusalem. Matthew 25:31-46Revelation 21www.messagetokings.com
Jesus' Olivet Discourse addresses the destruction of Jerusalem and His return to establish the Millennial Kingdom, not the rapture. Believers await His imminent coming to receive the church, while His visible return occurs after the tribulation. Signs pertain to His earthly return, not the church's gathering.
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Jesus foretold Jerusalem's fall, fulfilled in A.D. 70, yet Scripture shows God is not finished with Israel. Daniel's 70th week—seven future years—awaits the rise of Antichrist after the church's rapture. The Olivet Discourse introduces these coming events and affirms God's continuing purposes for Israel.
6:17 - Would Joseph have been justified in punishing his brothers instead of offering them grace? / 11:21 - Exodus 4:24-26, why did God try to kill Moses? / 18:45 - Is the Olivet Discourse about the rapture, or the Judgement? / 30:07 - Was Melchizedek a real person, was he taken into heaven? / 35:35 - How can I deal with a Christian sister who is leftist and feels like the church is shunning her after Charlie Kirk's murder? / 51:12 - How can I speak truth obediently to my family?
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