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Feb 28, 2016

Setting the Stage for the End Times (Part 8)

Passage: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Preacher: Travis Fleming

Series:Ready

Detail:

Understanding the end times requires exploring the…

1.  Distinction between various doctrines.
     The Bible speaks of doctrines that we…
        A.  Die for.
        B.  Debate.
        C.  Discuss.
        D.  Dump.

2.  Diversity of beliefs regarding end times.
     Throughout church  history, Christians have taken the…
        A.  Historicist approach.
        B.  Preterist approach.
        C.  Idealist approach.
        D.  Futurist approach.

3.  Direction we take teaching end times.
     Our teaching team’s approach to end times involves a…
        A.  Charitable posture.
        B.  Consistent interpretation.
        C.  Contingency plan.
        D.  Celebration of God’s plan.

4.  God’s design for addressing the end times.
     It…
        A.  Provides insight into the future.
        B.  Promotes hope and comfort amidst grief and trouble.
        C.  Points us to God’s sovereignty.
        D.  Puts eternity into our hearts.
        E.  Produces a heart of evangelism.