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Prophecy & End Times

Who are the 144,000 in Revelation?

They're not a cap on heaven or a nickname for every Christian. Revelation names twelve tribes and seals a real remnant of Israel for the hour still to come.

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Scripture

What does it mean to fear the LORD?

Scripture calls it the beginning of wisdom, yet John says perfect love casts out fear. Both are true, and here is how.

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People of the Bible

Who Was Ezekiel?

Ezekiel was a priest and prophet among the Babylonian exiles, known for his dramatic visions of God's glory and the valley of dry bones, calling Israel to repentance and hope.

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    Who Was Ezekiel?

    Ezekiel was a priest and prophet among the Babylonian exiles, known for his dramatic visions of God's glory and the valley of dry bones, calling Israel to repentance and hope.

  • Philemon — illustration

    Who Was Philemon?

    Philemon was a wealthy Christian in Colossae who hosted a house church and was challenged by Paul to forgive and welcome back his runaway slave, Onesimus, as a brother in Christ.

  • Cleopas — illustration

    Who Was Cleopas?

    Cleopas was a disciple who walked with the risen Jesus on the road to Emmaus, recognizing Him only when He broke bread.

  • Lydia — illustration

    Who Was Lydia?

    Lydia was a first-century merchant in purple cloth whose heart God opened to the gospel, making her the first recorded Christian convert in Europe.

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    Who are the 144,000 in Revelation?

    They're not a cap on heaven or a nickname for every Christian. Revelation names twelve tribes and seals a real remnant of Israel for the hour still to come.

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    Israel and Bible Prophecy

    Israel: The Key to Understanding Prophecy No nation on earth holds a more significant place in Bible prophecy than Israel. Understanding God's plan for Israel is essential to rightly interpreting Scripture.

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    The Role of Babylon in Scripture

    Babylon: The Bible's Symbol of Rebellion From the Tower of Babel in Genesis to the fall of Babylon in Revelation, this name echoes throughout Scripture as a symbol of human rebellion against God.

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    Why Bible Prophecy Matters

    Why Should We Study Bible Prophecy? Bible prophecy isn't just about predicting the future—it's about understanding the heart of God. Approximately one-third of Scripture contains prophetic content, making it clear that God wants us to understand His plans.

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  • The Easter Story: The Death and Resurrection of Jesus

    The Easter Story: The Death and Resurrection of Jesus

    The Easter story is the center of the Christian faith. Everything in the New Testament — and, according to the apostles, everything in the Old Testament — points toward this: the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth.

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    Forgiving Again: When Old Wounds Resurface

    One of the most discouraging parts of forgiveness is realizing you may need to forgive more than once. You thought you were past it—then a memory, a comment, or a familiar situation brings the pain back. This doesn’t mean you failed.

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    Forgiveness When It’s Hard: Releasing the Right to Retaliate

    Some offenses are small, and some change the course of your life. When the hurt is deep, forgiveness can feel like letting the other person “get away with it.” But biblical forgiveness is not excusing sin—it’s releasing vengeance into God’s hands.

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