Subject: What is the time of the tribulation? |
Bible Note: The seven year length of the Tribulation is derived from Daniel's prophecy of the 70 weeks. (Dan 9:24-27) These are 70 weeks of years or 490 years. 69 of these weeks or 483 years have already been completed historically in the age of Israel. But the Church Age interrupted the Age of Israel and the last 7 years has yet to be completed. When the Church is removed at the rapture the Age of Israel resumes and Daniel's prophecies will be completed. I might throw in that the Tribulation is also known as "the time of Jacob's trouble" (Israel). It centers around Israel and the Jews not the Church. David I understand your frustration. You want to see the proof and you are right to insist on it. But it makes people like me hesitate before posting anything at all. We know we are opening a can of worms, and the questions never end. Thirty years ago I was like you. Lots of questions and confusion and no one seemed to know the answers. But I found a pastor who really knew his stuff. He studied and taught from the Greek and Hebrew every night of the week. He explained the meaning in the original languages, in the context of the passage and the historical and cultural context as well. Those who faithfully listened to his ministry learned systematic theology sitting in the pew. Find yourself a great pastor and when you find him be a faithful learner. Great pastors are rare, but they do exist. This is what it means to be a true disciple (student) of Christ. Pemican |