When is the end of the world?
Fear, Skepticism and Confusion
From the fear of “the bomb” of the early 1950s, to the global warming scare today, that America is dying in a sea of pollution, “the end of the world” has concerned us since we were school children. Today, we continue to live in fear of nuclear annihilation, terrorism, epidemics, droughts, famine, tsunamis and earthquakes.
Many see a connection between today’s news and the ancient “end-time” prophecies recorded in scripture. Others have become skeptical because of the failed “end of the world” prophecies of self-styled prophets. Such skepticism has been driven by educators and theologians who question the accuracy and authority of scripture. Ordinary people, who say they believe in God, are confused about the future, because they haven’t a clue about what the Bible actually says.
Biblically Significant World Events
The Apostle John clearly declares that end-time prophecies, as they relate to current world events, are meant to be studied and understood, when he writes,
“The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants — things which must shortly take place. …Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy…” (Revelation 1: 1,3) [NKJV]
When Will These Things Be?
Jesus’ disciples asked Him, “Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” (Matthew 24:3) [NKJV] He replied by listing a series of specific events that would immediately precede his return. Jesus told His disciples to look for an increase in the number of false teachers claiming to represent Him. He explained that religious confusion, wars, epidemics, droughts, famines and earthquakes will increase just before He comes back. (Matthew 24:3-10). Though the Bible does not give a specific date, Jesus said that when we see “all of these things” taking place we can know for sure we are the final generation living before the end of the age. (Mark 13: 29-30)
Third Temple Preparations Complete
Zechariah reveals that Jerusalem, the center of world attention, will become “a very heavy stone for all peoples…though all nations of the earth are gathered against it.” (Zechariah 12:3) Jerusalem will be “trampled by Gentiles” for three-and-a-half years, (Revelation 11:1-2). Before this final three-and-a-half year Gentile-Israel sharing arrangement, the daily sacrifices are “taken away” (Daniel 8:11). This implies that the daily sacrifices had to have been already instituted. There have not been any animal sacrifices, and not even a Jewish temple in Jerusalem since 70 A.D. The Temple Faithful have already fabricated all the implements and clothing needed for resuming the daily sacrifice system, and there are descendants of the Temple priests and Levites currently being trained for service in the re-built Temple.
Holy Roman Empire Revived Today
A confederation of ten nations or groups of nations, with historical links to the ancient Holy Roman Empire, will arise in Europe just before the return of Jesus Christ (Daniel 2:40–43). On December 1, 2009, fireworks, music, and official speeches welcomed the new European Constitution in Lisbon. December 1st was called a “day of joy” for those who wanted to build a federal United States of Europe. This confederation of nations will surrender their sovereignty to a strong political leader called “the beast,” or Antichrist (Revelation 17:12–13).
One-world Religion Forming Now
The Antichrist will come to power with the help of a global religious leader, the false prophet. The false prophet will deceive the world with miracles (2 Thessalonians 2:1–12). He will use interfaith activities in an effort to reassemble the fragmented “Christian” churches under his authority (see Isaiah 47:1–8). The Parliament of the World’s Religions 2009 met in Melbourne from December 3rd through December 10th. It was a gathering of approximately 5,000 religious leaders representing every major faith around the world, including Shintoism, Hinduism, Jainism, Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Paganism, Sikhism, Buddhism and the Australian aboriginal community to promote “peace, diversity and sustainability.”
Prophecy’s Shining Light
Jesus said, “And now I have told you before it comes, that when it does come to pass, you may believe.” (John 14:29) [NKJV] We are entering a dark time in human history, a time of great deception. While many live in fear of the “end of the world,” we have “the prophetic word confirmed, which you do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place..” (2 Peter 1:19) [NKJV]
44 Responses to “When is the end of the world?”
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October 19th, 2010 at 4:54 am
“amd when these things BEGIN to come to pass, then look up,and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.”
luke 22:28 (KJV)
Thank GOD
Revcc
October 22nd, 2010 at 8:58 am
Praise GOD !!!!
January 11th, 2011 at 5:45 am
nobody can predict the date and time according to the word of god-but it is very near
August 30th, 2011 at 4:54 pm
When will the world end?
I can tell you! — not for at least a thousand years after the established Kingdom of God.
After that — God only knows.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:23 pm
I’ve been trying to wake people around me up about what is going on. Now I know that this may come to pass after I pass on, but the events seem to be accelerating at an ever increasing rate. I’m not scared, but excited.:)
February 14th, 2011 at 10:24 pm
Basically we won’t know the time, but we will know the season, and I am certain without a doubt we have been experiencing the birthing pains.
February 20th, 2011 at 11:59 am
In the generation of the Fig Tree. What is a generation? Well three are given in Gods Word 40 yrs,70 yrs and 120 yrs. From the time Israel return to land in 1948..
March 24th, 2011 at 12:14 pm
It is unclear whether or not the fig tree refers to Israel. It appears to simply be a parable of Jesus to let us know when we start seeing prophetic events take place that we are close to the second coming. The length of a generation is also unclear. The best thing we can do is watch the events that are taking place and to make sure that we have been born again as Jesus instructed in John 3:3-8. If you have not been born again please read this article that Irvin Baxter wrote on this subject, http://www.endtime.com/urgent-questions/what-do-you-mean-born-again/.
February 24th, 2011 at 9:26 am
Very informative post.Really thank you! Great.
March 4th, 2011 at 6:31 am
Thank you for the messages,surely the end is near,let us prepare for His coming-let us ensure that we have spotless gowns,ready to meet our Lord.
March 9th, 2011 at 9:03 pm
wow! praise be to the God of jacob issac and me!
bring it on!!!my God is wayyy bigger!
March 11th, 2011 at 12:03 am
The Antichrist will come to power with the help of a global religious leader, the false prophet.
Let’s Pray for America Not to leave Israel alone.
Let’s pray for America to stay in God’s side and
Let’s pray for American’s not to sell to the Muslim World. They do not believe in Jesus Christ, American’s We Do that is our difference, We are God’s people Until The End, Let’s not turn our Back On Israel and Jerusalem,it is the Promiss Land, The Land of the Free and God’s Children. God Bless America and America Will Stand with God and His Son Our King, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit will be with Us for Ever and Ever. amen
January 15th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
Amen to that!!!
March 11th, 2011 at 7:31 am
Great article. In light of what is happening right now, we see the earth groaning.
March 14th, 2011 at 8:54 pm
TRUTH IS THE ONLY WAY TO THE LIGHT.TIME IS COMING TO AN END.PRAISE THE GOD OF HEAVEN AND EARTH.LET US LIFT UP OUR HEADS FOR OUR REDEMPTION IS DRAWING NEAR.COME LORD JESUS COME!!!!!!
March 17th, 2011 at 3:35 pm
the bible tells us No man knows the day or the hour for it comes like a thief in the night. but yet thier are clues in the holy bible that give you the time and date ..now the bible never contradics itself never ….but a teaCHER I LISTEN TO MR CAMPING ON FAIMLY BIBLE RADIO SAYS THE TIME OF THE RAPTURE IS mAY 21 2011……… yOU CAN CALL FAMILY RADIO AND TALK TO CHARLES camping and ask more about this. i’m just starting to learn this . i mean i don’t know.so either way the end is comming soon……look at the great earth quake in japan thousands dead. look at the nuclear reactors melting down. the famin the disease of the bodies lying around. the bible dose perdict all this….we are living in the end times .my brothers and sisters be ready……..
March 18th, 2011 at 12:16 pm
Irvin Baxter actually did a radio broadcast in regards to this not too long ago. Here is the link so you can listen to it: http://www.endtime.com/multimedia/archived-audio-broadcasts/?sermon_id=321. Hopes this helps.
March 30th, 2011 at 8:58 pm
Isn’t that being contradictive, if no one knows the day or the hour, why is this guy saying he does. No one knows not even Jesus He says only the Father knows.The rapture is coming soon but not on May 21, 2011
January 21st, 2012 at 12:53 am
the king James version does not say that Jesus does not know the time,how could he not know he is the one that will be coming back,The other bible versions say that he does not know,many verses in other bibles have been corrupted.Be careful.Look at
Walter Veith,s Battle of the bibles,Google the web site Amazing Discoveries,Total Onslaught you will get an eye opeaner of those who would like to debunk The Diety Of Jesus.He IS God
March 22nd, 2011 at 6:03 pm
Gods word has given many warnings. listen take heed. watch for signs of the times. earthquakes, famines pestalinces. financial instability, wars and roomers of wars
March 31st, 2011 at 1:35 pm
wow our lord is coming soon..he is the Only one that can make us happy for the rest of our life’s come quickly oh Lord.
March 31st, 2011 at 5:56 pm
Come Jesus; come with your full glory and honor, power and authority; with truth and righteous judgement; You deserve to be praised and reign forever!!!! What a privilege to call your name and your day!!Thank you Jesus for you r sacrifice, love; You gave your life for the world; you put everything happened and happening in your word, Holy Bible, everything going to happen in the end times. In the midst of world persecution and the coming of darkest era of the world , we still and continue to have hope, joy, and peace always in you by and with you! You assured us a firm and inalienable guarantee that is never fallen; eternal life in Your throne, and ‘not a hair of your head is lost’ in this fragile world!!
August 17th, 2011 at 1:13 am
The Bible does NOT say that not a hair of your head will be lost to this world! It says that the hairs of your head are numbered!
The book of Revelations DOES say that the Antichrist will be given the power to overcome the saints living at that time and kill them.
but Jesus said that he told us all these things that IN HIM we might peace, in the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. (and it’s tribulations). Through faith in him and in the victory he gave us, we can have victory over tribulations (through THE WORD OF GOD). However, when God gives the Antichrist the power to overcome the saints, you’d best be prepared to lay down your life! (If you’re still here when that happens!)
But believers can and should stand on scriptures such as Psalm 91, 121, 125, 23, etc. for protection. You’d better do more than just memorize them; you’d better have them living in your heart with ACTIVE, LIVING faith!
April 20th, 2011 at 11:25 am
Only God knows the time but let us prepare for the coming of our Lord[EPHESIANS 5:27].
April 25th, 2011 at 9:50 pm
THE ONLY WAY TO HEAVEN IS EXCEPTING THE MOSTHIGH LORD JESUS CHRIST AS THE TRUE AND ONLY LIVING LORD OF LORDS ,KING OF KINGS AMEN.REPENT FOR ALL YOUR SINS AN GET READY FOR JESUS COMING BACK BECAUSE THIS IS NOT A GAME ITS REALLY REAL REAL TALK.GODBLESS ALL OF US & HAVE MERCY ON US .
May 12th, 2011 at 6:45 pm
Jesus I’m ready for you I’m tired of living in this cold world I just want to be with you in heaven and see my granny again. I’m reading this book called my time in heaven it is a book about a man who died for eight hours and God took him to heaven and the way he describes it makes me soo excited for Jesus’ return I can’t wait and I recommend everyone to get a copy of that book. Jesus is REAL heaven is REAL !!!!!!!! Get saved and get Jesus in your life he is coming QUICK ! AMEN !
Btw I’m only 16 years old my dad is a pastor but I have to say I LOVE JESUS ! I’M NOT ASHAMED !
May 17th, 2011 at 9:05 am
only god no’s when he end the world x
May 20th, 2011 at 9:25 pm
Tomorrow is May 21, 2011 and suppose to be the end of the world. They said it would start oversea’s at 11PM CDT. I find that strange because my GOD is an awesome God and I am sure he can handle more than one country at a time. Not by time zones. His word also says when he comes We all would see him. Also we have not seen Gods two witnesses who will preach in Jerusalem for 3 1/2 yrs in sack cloth, then be killed by the anti christ and lay dead in the streets for 3 days then be resurected. Come on people read your Bible!!!!
May 30th, 2011 at 5:56 am
The two witnesses are around during the tribulation! I’m going to be long gone before that happens. Hopefully already picked out and named my white horse to follow Jesus back when he returns for Armaggedon and the 1000 year reign!
December 23rd, 2011 at 9:18 pm
Matthew 24 suggests you will be here for the tribulation.
“Immediately after the tribulation of those days shall the sun be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light, and the stars shall fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens shall be shaken:
And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.
And he shall send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.”
August 17th, 2011 at 1:17 am
Amen to that! You MUST read the Bible for yourself! How are you going to live by it, if you don’t know it?!!!
May 24th, 2011 at 7:47 am
“JESUS CHRIST IS COMING SOON”.All may be in confusion as to mentioned “SOON”.once the happenings to His coming start it would be “SOON”. Until then the prophecies would be fulfilled and know that His coming is NEAR.PRAISE GOD.
May 26th, 2011 at 1:16 pm
Regarding,the second coming of Jesus Christ,I ‘ve
already publicised and distributed the materials called ”THE KING IS COMING !”right from my local Churchs to all other interdenominational Churches in our state and some parts of INDIA our country.
June 22nd, 2011 at 6:05 pm
I believe Jesus is coming soon all we can go by is what tha bible teaches us and get saved and spread GODS word to all Jesus will never turn his back on u he is all around me
July 18th, 2011 at 7:55 pm
let us prepare anytime for the coming of Jesus and obey the words of God.
December 15th, 2011 at 3:54 am
People must start repenting, its never too late
December 21st, 2011 at 11:16 am
I hope you all will find peace and comfort.
But stop living like the end days are coming. If you believe, live up to the responsibility of being a human, and deal with the day to day reality.
January 10th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
I recently washed Bro. Baxter And Perry Stone on Praise the Lord last month and found it very interesting. I believe the the beginning of the end could start in December this year if world war 3 breaks out, major earhtquakes hit, and a peace agreement is reached as a results of ww3. in December this year. From what I’ve seen and heard it could happen at anytime.
January 24th, 2012 at 5:28 am
Regardless of when God is going to appear, let us keep our laterns full of oil, I do feel the comming is near, I can feel it in my bones