Listen and find out what is "The Imminence Question." Related to this I gave an outline of the most fundamental theological presupposition of pretribulationism which says that God does not work with Israel and the Church at the same time. Then I gave … [Continue reading] about The Imminence Question – Ep. 83
The Imminence Question – Ep. 83
Denying the Rapture Event
If someone denies the rapture event, then they need to be consistent and deny that Jesus was taken up into the sky. You cannot affirm the Ascension, while denying the rapture. “Then we who are alive, who are left, will be suddenly caught up together … [Continue reading] about Denying the Rapture Event
A couple quick updates…
This weekend is the Florida Bible Prophecy conference. I am looking forward to giving four talks on why the Bible does not teach that Jesus can return "at any moment." I also answer the question what the Bible does teach on what our biblical posture … [Continue reading] about A couple quick updates…
The LORD has made a promise to Israel
“The LORD has made a promise to Israel. He promises it as the one who fixed the sun to give light by day and the moon and stars to give light by night. He promises it as the one who stirs up the sea so that its waves roll. He promises it as the one … [Continue reading] about The LORD has made a promise to Israel
6 Reasons Why Michael Is the Restrainer
1. Contemporary Jewish literature during Paul's time viewed the characteristics of Michael having eschatological pre-eminence as the chief opponent of Satan and Restrainer of God’s people. 2. Michael is viewed as a celestial restrainer of … [Continue reading] about 6 Reasons Why Michael Is the Restrainer
Why Jesus’ Prophecy in Matthew 10:23 Refers to His Second Coming, NOT to His First Coming – Ep. 82
In this episode I gave a few reasons why I believe the reference to the "Son of Man comes" in Matthew 10:23 refers to Jesus' future second coming, not his first coming. “Whenever they persecute you in one place, flee to another. I tell you the … [Continue reading] about Why Jesus’ Prophecy in Matthew 10:23 Refers to His Second Coming, NOT to His First Coming – Ep. 82
Two announcements…
This week's episode of The Biblical Prophecy Program is pushed to the end of the week. I will be giving reasons why the prophecy in Matthew 10:23 is future and not already fulfilled at Jesus' first coming. Second, for those who live in or near … [Continue reading] about Two announcements…
Romans 4:13, Israel’s Land, and a Reply to Supersessionism (aka Replacement Theology)
“For the promise to Abraham or to his descendants that he would be heir of the world was not through the Law, but through the righteousness of faith.” (Romans 4:13) by Michael J. Vlach Romans 4:13 has become a hotly debated verse lately between … [Continue reading] about Romans 4:13, Israel’s Land, and a Reply to Supersessionism (aka Replacement Theology)
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I don't know about you, but I am sick of the proliferation of pop-prophecy teachers selling their "mysteries" of the Bible. And it will only get worse, sadly. Evidently, good old fashion exegesis of prophecy passages are old hat. We have to create … [Continue reading] about For ONLY $119.95 You can get “The Book of Mysteries Package”!
Craig Evans on Hebrews and the General Epistles Written to JEWISH Believers
https://www.alankurschner.com/2014/09/20/video-craig-a-evans-on-the-people-the-land-and-the-future-of-israel-according-to-the-book-of-hebrews-and-the-general-epistles/ … [Continue reading] about Craig Evans on Hebrews and the General Epistles Written to JEWISH Believers
First Peter 2:9–10 Refers to JEWISH Believers, Not the Church as the ‘New Israel’ – Ep. 81
I 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 … [Continue reading] about First Peter 2:9–10 Refers to JEWISH Believers, Not the Church as the ‘New Israel’ – Ep. 81