Category Archives: Eschatology

That’s just your opinion

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Chuck Coty

When discussing biblical matters, how often have do you hear the common refrain, “Well, that’s just your opinion”? So what are the often unstated assertions behind this seemingly innocuous statement? Perhaps, that capturing truth is as difficult as nailing jello … Continue reading →

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With the Lord one day is like a thousand years, but for us one day is like, well, 24 hours… :)

Posted on January 26, 2014 by Chuck Coty

  Come back with me to 1973 when Middle East tensions were overflowing and U.S. gas lines ever growing, and most high profile Christian leaders like Pat Robertson, Jerry Falwell, and Hal Lindsey, assured us that we were experiencing the last days “birth … Continue reading →

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Heavens to Murgatroid! The Asteroids are coming!

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Chuck Coty

Given comments like those of Pat Robertson’s below, is there any wonder why there’s so much eschatologically-induced confusion and why there’s currently an interpretational free-for-all within the Church? I don’t mean to be overly harsh (well maybe just a bit … Continue reading →

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Pray for Israel? – What about the Palestinians, the Sudanese and/or the Canadians?

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Chuck Coty

I received a short email (at bottom) asking that we pray for Israel. Rather innocuous enough, right?  Why not pray for the peace of a nation constantly embroiled in conflict, and opposed on all sides by the many who want … Continue reading →

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The World is Coming to an End, Again!

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Chuck Coty

The Rapture’s Back On! Should I sell my home? Commentary: Doomsday is Oct. 21, so get your finances in order By Brett Arends   BOSTON (MarketWatch) — The world is coming to an end. Again. Harold E. Camping, the radio “Rapture” guy … Continue reading →

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American Atheists Planning Rapture Party!

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Chuck Coty

Do the atheists have a point when they refer to the “any day now” rapture as nonsense? Are you able to answer their claims?  I have found that most cannot. The American Atheist Association is planning rapture parties for “heathens … Continue reading →

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The Shape of Things to Come???

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Chuck Coty

Consider a local church’s upcoming sermon series (below) to determine if eschatology really matters. (*If come across this blog post a few years from now, just for context I’m writing this in March of 2010) In preparation for the series, … Continue reading →

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Matthew 16:27-28 – “Some Standing Here…”

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Chuck Coty

Have you ever pondered the implications of Matthew 16:27-28 (below)? It seems rather straightforward, doesn’t it? So it’s rather puzzling that commentators are all over the map on this one, with most refusing to consider its most obvious meaning i.e. … Continue reading →

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Mysterious Mass Deaths of Birds & Fish – Last Day? Kirk Cameron Weighs on CNN

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Chuck Coty

The more I cross paths with actor Kirk Cameron, the more I appreciate him as a brother in Christ. Even though I don’t agree with his eschatology, I really love this guy. He’s so down to earth and is such … Continue reading →

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“True Revelation” by Kenosis

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Chuck Coty

Friend, Dustin Curlee, recently sent me a couple of cuts from his new CD, Transidentity. His hip-hop band, Kenosis, comprised of Cody Miles, David Boone and of Dustin, is dedicated to the proclamation and propagation of the Gospel. As they … Continue reading →

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You’ve Got to be Kidding…Right?

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Chuck Coty

You’ve Gotta Be Kidding . . . Right? chronicles Brian L. Martin’s (Editor of Fulfilled! Magazine) eschatological journey. His view of the “last things” (eschatology), though it may be new to you, is soundly rooted in Scripture. Join Brian as … Continue reading →

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Biblical Armageddon Must Be Taught Next to Global Warming!

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Chuck Coty

“Some people think that the world’s gonna heat up, and we’re going to be baked alive… but other people think a monster with seven heads is going to come out, and rip us apart… I’m still deciding.” Classroom student “Polls … Continue reading →

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2012 and Beyond? – The Mystery of Mayan Calendar

Posted on January 23, 2010 by Chuck Coty

And now you know the rest of the story…Good day!  

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1973 – Just Before the Rapture =)

Posted on August 14, 2009 by Chuck Coty

Great memories! It was 1973 and gas lines were wrapped to kingdom come. My college roommates and I would arrive at 5:00 AM, play guitar and shoot the breeze, all with hopes of adding a little petrol to our gas … Continue reading →

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“This Generation Shall Not Pass Away Til All These Things Be Fulfilled”

Posted on July 30, 2009 by Chuck Coty

When you read Matthew 24:34 from Jesus’ Olivet Discourse (Matt 24; Mark 13, Luke 21), how do you interpret the phrase “This Generation” in the context of “shall not pass away until “all these things be fulfilled“? Is it possible … Continue reading →

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