Poll: More than one-third of Americans see signs of end times in extreme weather
(RNS) A new poll shows more than a third of Americans believe the severity of recent natural disasters is evidence that we are in the “end times” described in the Bible – a period of turmoil preceding...
View ArticleHow the “Islamic Antichrist” reflects our era’s anxieties
Every age needs an Antichrist. For Protestant reformers, it was the papacy. For Cold War Christians, it was the Soviets. Now, a growing group of evangelicals say the Antichrist will be Muslim. The post...
View ArticlePastor: Obama is paving the way for the Antichrist
(RNS) "While I am not suggesting that President Obama is the Antichrist, the fact that he was able to propose such a sweeping change in God's law ... illustrates how a future world leader will be able...
View Article‘Blood moon’ sets off apocalyptic debate among some Christians
(RNS) "The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the great and terrible day of the Lord," Joel 2:31 says. The post ‘Blood moon’ sets off apocalyptic debate among some...
View ArticleTV’s ‘Dig’ goes to the gates of hell — and hopefully, back
(RNS) Ever heard of "Bible roulette"? It's featured on this week's episode of "Dig" -- and here's what that could mean. The post TV’s ‘Dig’ goes to the gates of hell — and hopefully, back appeared...
View ArticleThe apocalyptic images at the heart of Trump mania (COMMENTARY)
(RNS) Does it not say in the Book of Daniel, Chapter 2, that a sign of Armageddon will be one whose “head was of fine gold, his breast and his arms of silver”? The post The apocalyptic images at the...
View ArticlePoll: More than one-third of Americans see signs of end times in extreme weather
(RNS) A new poll shows more than a third of Americans believe the severity of recent natural disasters is evidence that we are in the “end times” described in the Bible – a period of turmoil preceding...
View ArticleHow the “Islamic Antichrist” reflects our era’s anxieties
Every age needs an Antichrist. For Protestant reformers, it was the papacy. For Cold War Christians, it was the Soviets. Now, a growing group of evangelicals say the Antichrist will be Muslim.
View ArticleIs God going to incinerate the Earth? And does it matter?
Some evangelicals--but not all--believe the Earth will end in a cosmic barbecue. What difference does it make?
View ArticlePastor: Obama is paving the way for the Antichrist
(RNS) "While I am not suggesting that President Obama is the Antichrist, the fact that he was able to propose such a sweeping change in God's law ... illustrates how a future world leader will be able...
View Article‘Blood moon’ sets off apocalyptic debate among some Christians
(RNS) "The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the great and terrible day of the Lord," Joel 2:31 says.
View ArticleStanley Hauerwas reflects on end times, end of his life
Time Magazine once called him "America's Best Theologian." Today, the nearly 74-year-old Christian is thinking a lot about "approaching the end."
View ArticleTV’s ‘Dig’ goes to the gates of hell — and hopefully, back
(RNS) Ever heard of "Bible roulette"? It's featured on this week's episode of "Dig" -- and here's what that could mean.
View ArticleThe apocalyptic images at the heart of Trump mania (COMMENTARY)
(RNS) Does it not say in the Book of Daniel, Chapter 2, that a sign of Armageddon will be one whose “head was of fine gold, his breast and his arms of silver”?
View ArticleTim LaHaye’s real message
It was about American politics. The post Tim LaHaye’s real message appeared first on Religion News Service.
View ArticleThe ’Splainer: Will the world end on Saturday?
(RNS) Short answer — no. But it can be perilous to ignore the predictions. The post The ’Splainer: Will the world end on Saturday? appeared first on Religion News Service.
View ArticleWhy Trump’s evangelical supporters welcome his move on Jerusalem
(The Conversation) — For many of President Trump’s evangelical supporters this is a key step in the progression of events leading to the second coming of Jesus. The post Why Trump’s evangelical...
View ArticleTrump’s recognition of Jerusalem excites apocalyptic fervor
(RNS) — Some evangelical Christian leaders have greeted it as the beginning of a final battle between good and evil, writes Matthew Gabriele. (COMMENTARY) The post Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem...
View ArticleNot all evangelicals are seeking Armageddon
(RNS) — They don’t want death and destruction. They want peace and an end to suffering — and believe Jesus will bring that about. The post Not all evangelicals are seeking Armageddon appeared first on...
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