What Does “Israel” Mean?

Everything God does has purpose, and names in Hebrew always mean something. So, have you ever thought about the name "Israel?" To be sure, God was very intentional when He chose that name! There are slightly different interpretations of the etymology of the name "Israel," but all provide a different insight. One thing is crystal …

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Just Say “NO” to China!

Just as America is not specifically mentioned in end time prophecy, neither is China (nor hundreds of other nations on the planet). When the Bible talks of specific nations or people groups, it is almost exclusively as they relate to Israel! However, that is not to say other nations will not have a huge part …

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Guardian of International Peace and Security? I Don’t Think So!

Friends, take a good look at the picture above. This new sculpture now sits in the Visitor's Plaza at the United Nations (UN) building in New York City, and is hailed as the "guardian for international peace and security." This "fusion of jaguar and eagle" is a very reminiscent of the beast described by the …

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7 Reasons Why the Church Will Not Go Through the Tribulation (Part 1)

Wow, I am really enjoying digging into God's Word in our study of 1 Thessalonians, and I hope you are, too. Thank you for joining me on this journey! The last two lessons (Rapture: The Hope of His Coming and Meeting the Lord in the Air) were especially exciting, as we got into the rapture …

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