The Horsemen of Revelation
False religion, war, famine and pestilence. What do these frightening biblical visions prophecy for today's world?
Revelation's Great False Hope
Bible prophecy tells of a coming great, counterfeit Christian religion that will promote peace, but not be of God.
The Beast of Revelation
An amazing biblical prophecy describes a beast rising from the sea. What does it represent? Does it have meaning for us?
Is 2012 the End of the World?
Movies, books and Websites are fanning the 2012 disaster craze. Should you be troubled? Learn the important truth!
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Are We Living in the Time of the End?
Religious people aren't the only ones asking this crucial question. Many recognize that we live in an increasingly dangerous world.
The Gospel of the Kingdom of God
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Visions
of Judgment: The Horsemen of Revelation
The “four horsemen of the Apocalypse”— this latter term being
the Greek name for the book of Revelation—have intrigued Bible readers
for centuries. What do they represent? The implications for mankind are staggering.
In this first article of a series, we introduce the overall prophecy and look
in detail at the first horseman.
The
Horsemen of Revelation: The Red Horse of War
Approximately 180 million men, women and children were slaughtered in
20th-century wars. The new millennium has continued the trend, with
the addition of mass-murder terrorism. What do history and the Bible
tell us about the second horseman of Revelation? We continue with our
second article in a series about the horsemen of Revelation.
The
Horsemen of Revelation: The Black Horse of Famine
The food-rich countries' potential to feed the entire planet makes it
hard to imagine a famine extensive enough to thrust the earth into a
global crisis. Yet the third seal of Revelation 6, employing the symbol
of a black horse, describes just such a horrifying scene. How could
this happen? What would be its consequences?
The
Horsemen of Revelation: The Pale Horse of Pestilence
Previous articles in this series covered the meaning of the first three
of the horsemen of Revelation—religious deception, war and famine.
What does the fourth, the pale green horse and its rider, signify?
The
Horsemen of Revelation The Fifth Horsemen Rides
Most Bible students focus only on the first four horsemen of Revelation
6. The phrase "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse" is synonymous with frightening
prophecies. But there is another horseman—a fifth, whose ride
signifies a much different future and brings promise of a far better
age to come.
Armageddon:
The End of the World?
What is the biblical Armageddon? Does it signal the end of the world? When and
where will it take place?
A
Place Called Megiddo
In northern Israel lies a legendary site, perhaps the world's most contested
piece of territory. Bible prophecy tells us it will once again be a
focal point for a battle almost beyond comprehension.
What
Does the Bible Say About Armageddon?
The common (but misleading) notion is that Armageddon will be the last,
climactic battle to be fought on earth between the powers of good and
evil. However, this is not quite right in several crucial respects.
The
Rising European Superpower: Prophesied in the Bible?
Events in Europe are reshaping the world. The European Union has now expanded
from 15 to 25 members. Most of Europe already shares a common currency and plans
within months to have a European constitution to further unify the continent.
Military and intelligence cooperation is increasing. Why are these developments
taking place? Where are they heading and how will they affect you? The shocking
truth was foretold centuries ago in the pages of your Bible!
Can
You Believe Bible Prophecy?
God's unerring prophecies of the kingdoms and empires of Babylon, Persia,
Greece and Rome all came to pass in minute detail. If the Creator's
prophecies came true in centuries past, can you—and should you—believe
in Bible prophecy today?
The
Four Empires of Daniel's Prophecies
Daniel's book prophesied events fulfilled many centuries ago as well
as major events yet to come. It reveals a history of the region, written
in advance, from Daniel's time right up to the return of Jesus Christ.
The
Perfect Prophetic Storm
The Bible prophesies a time when two earthshaking events will combine
to overwhelm humanity. What are these two events, these prophetic storms?
Who
Will Be the Next Superpower?
Bible prophecy shows the United States will not be the world's preeminent power
indefinitely. A new superpower is rising to challenge the United States and
the other English-speaking nations. The prophesied Beast will likely come out
of this new power bloc.
Europe:
A New Superpower on the Rise
Now that the Lisbon Treaty has gained final approval by all 27 EU member nations,
2010 promises to be a significant year for the European Union. Ever since the
fall of the Roman Empire in the fifth century, Europeans have dreamed of uniting
their continent. Is this long dream about to be fulfilled? Will we soon see
a new superpower?
Europe's
Amazing Rise: Foretold in Bible Prophecy
Where is the ever-closer union of Europe heading? A look at key Bible prophecies
and their remarkable fulfillment helps us understand where these trends are
leading—to a Europe that will dominate the world.
Will
You Be Ready to Reject the Mark of the Beast?
Where there is prophecy, there is plenty of speculation. People wonder:
When will the "end time" be? Who will be the Beast prophesied in Revelation?
What nations will comprise that final union the Beast will head, and
when will that government arise?
The
Rapture—A Popular but False Doctrine!
The rapture, often called "the blessed hope," is sadly more hoax than hope,
even though the man who started it had no intention of deceiving anyone. You
need to know what the Bible actually says!
The
Rapture Is Wrong: The Saints Don't Rise to Run Away
The Bible says the saints rise to meet Christ at His return. But they aren't
snatched away to heaven. They rise in the air to perform a fitting salute to
the King of Kings and then join Him, not in heaven, but on the earth. If this
is different from what you have heard or believed, you need to prove what the
Bible actually says!
The
Rapture: Who's Left Behind?
Why do many people believe a doctrine that has no biblical validity?
Isn't it time you learned the real truth? A Beyond Today video
presentation.
What's
'Left Behind' in the Rapture Theory?
Millions of people have read novels structured around the idea of the
rapture of Christians. Why do people believe in a rapture? Is there
any biblical validity to this teaching?
The
Need for Spiritual Readiness
The rapture theory helps a Christian be in readiness for Christ's unexpected
appearance to take him away, or so goes the reasoning of those who adhere
to the belief.
How
Long Is the Great Tribulation?
The "great tribulation" refers to the time of crisis at the close of
the age of man. Jesus spoke of "great tribulation" in Matthew 24:21
and told John to write of it in Revelation 7:14.
The Global Economy and Jesus Christ's Return
What possible connection could Christ's return have with the global
marketplace?
The 144,000 of Revelation
Prophecy shows God will preserve a large group of people from the days
of the coming tribulation. Who are these people and could you be found
among them?
The Book of Revelation: History and Prophecy
Many people view Revelation, sometimes called the Apocalypse, as a mysterious
book of strange symbols and images. Yet it has a clear and definite
historical background.
'Many False Prophets Will Arise and Deceive Many'
When Jesus Christ foretold the major trends that would precede His return
to earth, the first sign He mentioned was religious imposters who would
come in His name. Do you take that warning seriously?
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