By Chloe Gib
Every religion is full of promises about what will happen in the life hereafter. The main reason people hold on to faith is that they are given hope that by following certain laws, rewards are given in a place called heaven. The Bible and Book of Revelation is not any different.
The theme about what will be witnessed when the world comes to an end is recurrent in Holy Scriptures. Hundreds of years ago, Bible prophecy gave warnings about the decay of moral principles. Nations will enter into unending conflicts. The select people of God would face many enemies. To some believers, this replicates what is usually witnessed in the Middle East.
A different interpretation is however given by some scholars. The Bride of Christ is taken to mean those who have accepted salvation. This group is spread all over the globe. It is their attempt to stay away from sins that is likely to present challenges. They may face opposition from those who profess other faiths.
Whether or not the rise in the number of terrorist organizations is a fulfillment of Bible prophecy is highly debatable. It all depends on how the reader understands the vision. The ordinary person is bound to take these events as geographical or politically related issues. It is not so for the ardent believer.
In early times, people expected the events mentioned to take place immediately. The usual attitude was that a special category of followers referred to as the Bride of Christ would soon receive their glorious ascension into heaven. The place at which they would rejoice eternally is described graphically.
Warnings are given to those who do not act according to the Bible prophecy. The promise that sinners will live in internal fire is a source of trembling. What is even more worrying is that there will be earth quakes, lightning and thunderstorms. This is what will precede the return of Christ. The journey of judgment follows soon after.
An effective approach to this matter is possible when one reads the scriptures. To supplement the effort are the interpretations posted online. Materials to support curious inquirers are sold or downloaded for free. Also buying theological commentaries can help.
The writer of the Bible and Book of Revelation states that should those who read it fail to adhere to what he talks about, horrendous punishment awaits them. The way out is to become the Bride of Christ. The picture is that of a desperate humanity because they have not fulfilled the wishes outlined by the creator. However, a select few are definitely going to live in glory forever. This is a reading that is enjoyable. The insights into the future are worthy the time of the faithful.
About the Author:
Understanding Bible Prophecy can help you comprehend the role the Bride of Christ (http://www.understandingbibleprophecy.org) plays in the end times and how to understand the Book of Revelation. (http://www.understandingbibleprophecy.org)
Every religion is full of promises about what will happen in the life hereafter. The main reason people hold on to faith is that they are given hope that by following certain laws, rewards are given in a place called heaven. The Bible and Book of Revelation is not any different.
The theme about what will be witnessed when the world comes to an end is recurrent in Holy Scriptures. Hundreds of years ago, Bible prophecy gave warnings about the decay of moral principles. Nations will enter into unending conflicts. The select people of God would face many enemies. To some believers, this replicates what is usually witnessed in the Middle East.
A different interpretation is however given by some scholars. The Bride of Christ is taken to mean those who have accepted salvation. This group is spread all over the globe. It is their attempt to stay away from sins that is likely to present challenges. They may face opposition from those who profess other faiths.
Whether or not the rise in the number of terrorist organizations is a fulfillment of Bible prophecy is highly debatable. It all depends on how the reader understands the vision. The ordinary person is bound to take these events as geographical or politically related issues. It is not so for the ardent believer.
In early times, people expected the events mentioned to take place immediately. The usual attitude was that a special category of followers referred to as the Bride of Christ would soon receive their glorious ascension into heaven. The place at which they would rejoice eternally is described graphically.
Warnings are given to those who do not act according to the Bible prophecy. The promise that sinners will live in internal fire is a source of trembling. What is even more worrying is that there will be earth quakes, lightning and thunderstorms. This is what will precede the return of Christ. The journey of judgment follows soon after.
An effective approach to this matter is possible when one reads the scriptures. To supplement the effort are the interpretations posted online. Materials to support curious inquirers are sold or downloaded for free. Also buying theological commentaries can help.
The writer of the Bible and Book of Revelation states that should those who read it fail to adhere to what he talks about, horrendous punishment awaits them. The way out is to become the Bride of Christ. The picture is that of a desperate humanity because they have not fulfilled the wishes outlined by the creator. However, a select few are definitely going to live in glory forever. This is a reading that is enjoyable. The insights into the future are worthy the time of the faithful.
About the Author:
Understanding Bible Prophecy can help you comprehend the role the Bride of Christ (http://www.understandingbibleprophecy.org) plays in the end times and how to understand the Book of Revelation. (http://www.understandingbibleprophecy.org)