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This study will explore several important questions related to the issue of whether or not Christians should support the nation of Israel. Is God finished with Israel as a nation, or does she still have a future in God's program? What should a Christian's attitude be towards Israel? Should Christians Support Israel? | Let Us Reason Description Contents Download This study, Should Christians Support Israel? will explore several important questions concerning the nation of Israel from a Biblical basis ... questions such as the following. What should the attitude of the Christian be towards Israel as a nation? Should the fact that national Israel is currently in unbelief affect the way we view the covenants and promises God has given to them? Is Israel as a unique chosen nation still relevant in God’s program – and do they still have a future in His plan? How should Christians view the modern State of Israel? Should Christians support the independent sovereignty of the modern State of Israel? These questions have emerged as some of the most polarizing and hotly contested issues in our modern religious and geopolitical world. As we enter into an examination of this subject, we will do our best to exclusively look at what the Bible says about this subject – and not the frequent disinformation routinely spewed by both political and religious institutions. Download this free study and find out the answers for yourself! Introduction God's Purposes for Israel God's Protection of Israel God's Prophetic Plan for Israel's Future The Proper Attitude of the Bible-Believing Christian Towards Israel Conclusion Bibliography Download ePub/iBook Format Download PDF Format Back to Home

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This is a study that examines the evidence supporting the Old Testament book of Daniel as being a valid prophetic source. Establishing the Prophetic Validity of the Book of Daniel | Let Us Reason Description Contents Download Many of the most incredible prophecies in the entire Bible are found in the Old Testament book written by Daniel the Prophet. Because of the importance of these prophecies, and because we examine a number of them in our studies, we believe it is essential to take a short excursion into an examination of the validity of Daniel as a prophetic source. Due to the remarkable prophetic accuracy and specificity in this book, Daniel has come under attack by critics who deliberately seek to undermine its validity in order to avoid acknowledging its prophetic nature. But in recent years, there have been a number of discoveries – archeological, linguistic and others – that help provide important substantiation of the accuracy, early dating, and historicity of Daniel, confirming it as a valid prophetic source. In this study, Establishing The Prophetic Validity Of The Book Of Daniel , we will examine this evidence and determine how confident we can be in this incredible prophetic book. Download this free study and find out for yourself! Introduction Daniel's Time of Composition Predated its Prophetic Fulfillments Daniel Was Written When it Claims to Have Been Written Conclusion Bibliography Download ePub/iBook Format Download PDF Format Back to Home

One of the great mysteries of the Bible involves the identity of Nimrod. Despite only being mentioned several times in scripture, he is recognized as one of the greatest villains in biblical history, and even as the first prototype of the future Antichrist. But the major question surrounds his historical identity. Is there any evidence that Nimrod was an actual historical figure, as the Bible claims? If so, who is he? Is there anyone whose exploits reflect what the Bible says about Nimrod? Nimrod - Was He An Actual Historical Figure? | Let Us Reason Description Contents Download One of the great mysteries of the Bible involves the identity of Nimrod, the character mentioned in early Genesis who is often credited with building the Tower of Babel. Despite only being mentioned several times in scripture, he is notoriously recognized as being one of the greatest villains in biblical history, and even as the first prototype of the future Antichrist figure. But the major question surrounds his actual historical identity. Is there any evidence that Nimrod was an actual historical figure, as the Bible claims? If so, who is he? Is there anyone whose exploits actually reflect what the Bible says about Nimrod? Of course, surely a person as notorious as Nimrod would be identifiable in history, if he was truly a real, historical character, as the Bible seems to present him as. There should be some memory of him preserved as an actual historical king, not just a mythical figure. As we’ll demonstrate in this study - Nimrod Was He An Actual Historical Figure? - it in fact does seem that we’re able to positively identify him. Although we can’t be dogmatic, this study will present to you the reasons why I’m convinced that we can positively identify Nimrod! Download this free study to find out more! Introduction An Overview of Nimrod Nimrod's Empire in Sumer Identifying Babel Nimrod's Empire in Assyria Identifying Nimrod Who Nimrod Was Not An Interesting Possibility Conclusion Download ePub/iBook Format Download PDF Format Back to Home

View and download our free in-depth topical Bible studies. Studies "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." -2 Timothy 2:15 Note : All of the following studies are free to be downloaded in either eBook or PDF form off this site. You can even save them on your mobile device for enhanced portability and distribution. Further, if you would like to have a hard copy, you can even print the PDFs and put them in clear binder sheets, which can then be placed in 3-ring binders of appropriate size. Having an offline hardcopy version may be preferable for some people and can be used for group studies. The importance of being anchored in Biblical truth cannot be overstated for the healthy believer. One of the reasons found for straying from the faith is a poor foundation of knowledge regarding truth. As the passage above implies, this can have harmful consequences. One of the functional objectives of the church is the office of teaching. The purpose of teaching is to ground the Christian in the truth so that he is firmly planted for when the trials of life inevitably present. It is to train, prepare, and equip the believer for what he will face in the world outside. It is to help prepare each believer to be an ambassador for Christ within his own individual sphere of influence. A problematic issue in the church today is the emphasis on the emotional side of the Christian experience, without equal emphasis on deep and effective teaching. This imbalance often results in a fleshly and superficial version of Christianity. When emotions are high and things are good, all is well. But when trouble or doubt arise, these types of Christians are left in turmoil and confusion - often culminating in a turning away from the faith. A Christian whose experience is founded primarily upon feelings and emotion rather than being anchored in understanding and evidence is often no match for the Enemy. On the other hand, a Christian grounded in what he knows is a more difficult target for the Enemy. When trouble or doubt arise, he is more able to stand upon the truth and be unmoved. His roots are planted firmly into the bedrock of the Word. He is unaffected by whirling circumstances and emotion. Instead, he holds to what he knows to help sustain him through uncertain times. We believe one thing sorely lacking in many people's Christian experience today is this important ministry of sound Biblical teaching. The primary objective of Let Us Reason is to help fill that gap by providing the viewer with in-depth studies on Biblical topics. We strongly believe and advocate that each individual believer understand why he believes what he claims to believe. So often, concepts taught in churches are presented in a declarative fashion instead of an explanatory fashion. Often, no (or poor) evidence is given and no (or poor) explanation is attempted. We believe this is hazardous to the spiritual well-being of the believer. It is setting the stage for superficial Christianity. It is setting the stage for faith that is not built upon a firm foundation. But genuine Christianity is the only belief system that challenges both believers and unbelievers to examine the evidence for themselves. The Word of God and its teachings are trustworthy, reliable, relevant, and provable to all those who are willing to put forth the effort to understand. We hope you will find the following topics both useful and enlightening! Back to Home

This is a study that explores the often-misunderstood prophecy of the 70 years of Israel's Babylonian captivity. Was this prophecy fulfilled precisely? Does it align with our understanding of ancient history? Jeremiah's 70 Years Prophecy | Let Us Reason Description Contents Download In this study, Jeremiah's 70 Years Prophecy: The Babylonian Captivity , we will explore this often misunderstood prophecy in depth and try to determine if what we know from history aligns with what the Bible says about these prophetic seventy years. Jeremiah’s prophecy about the impending Babylonian invasion and the captivity of the Jews is undoubtedly his most well-known prophecy – and is linked with a duration of seventy years. But a historical seventy-year period has been problematic for some commentators to identify precisely. Can we identify this period with any confidence? Some have concluded that these seventy-year prophecies are only approximate at best, and wildly inaccurate at worst. Is this true? Or were these prophecies fulfilled accurately? And if so, can it be proven using our understanding of ancient history? Download this free study and find out for yourself! Introduction Setting The Stage 70 Years of Babylonian Domination 70 Years of Captivity for The Nation 70 Years of Desolation for the Land Conclusion Bibliography Download ePub/iBook Format Download PDF Format Back to Home

This is a study that undertakes an eye-opening exercise that answers this question from the standpoint of statistical probability. How confident can we really be that Jesus is the true Messiah of Israel? How Sure Can We Be That Jesus Was The Messiah of Israel? | Let Us Reason Description Contents Download In this study, How Sure Can We Be That Jesus Was The Messiah Of Israel? , we conduct an exercise that concerns this question, which is actually one of the most important themes in the entire Bible. But even more importantly, if we find that the answer is yes, how confident can we be that He was? We answer this by taking a brief sampling of some of the prophecies which were recorded in the Old Testament and fulfilled in the New, and attempt to examine them quantitatively. In other words, this will be an exercise in composite probabilities. Can we demonstrate mathematically that Jesus was who He said He was? And can we use quantitative data to show just how sure we are of this? Is it possible to be more certain that Jesus Christ was the Messiah of Israel than we are of basically any other fact in the universe? Download this free study and find out for yourself! Introduction Eight Prophetic Probabilities The Probability of One Man Fulfilling All Eight Prophecies The Probability of One Man Fulfilling Sixteen Prophecies The Probability of One Man Fulfilling Forty-Eight Prophecies Conclusion Bibliography Download ePub/iBook Format Download PDF Format Back to Home

This is a study that undertakes an exploration of the longest continuous prophecy in the Bible, found mostly in Daniel Chapter 11. Does it align with our understanding of ancient history? How precise is it? The Daniel 11 Prophecy | Let Us Reason Description Contents Download In this study, The Daniel 11 Prophecy: History From The 5th-1st Centuries B.C. Detailed In Advance , we will undertake an exploration of the longest continuous prophecy in the Bible, found in the 11th Chapter of Daniel, and continuing into the beginning of Chapter 12. This expansive prophecy anticipates the political maneuverings of the powers that fought over and ruled Judea and the Jews throughout the period of the first sixty-nine weeks of the seventy weeks prophecy given earlier to Daniel (Daniel 9:24-27). These powers included the northern Seleucid kingdom of Syria, the southern Ptolemaic kingdom of Egypt, the Jewish Hasmonean dynasty, the Roman Empire, and Rome’s vassal in Judea, Herod the Great. Like many prophecies, this one is likely dual in many ways; events that have occurred in ancient times will likely be replicated at the time of the end (in the future seventieth week) for an ultimate far-term fulfillment. It seems clear that Antiochus IV and Herod the Great are types of the coming Antichrist. What is remarkable from this extensive prophecy is how it thoroughly demonstrates the precision the Bible uses to profile history in advance. Just how precise is it? Download this free study and find out for yourself! Introduction Overview of Daniel 11 Our Prophetic Perception of Daniel 11 Daniel 11 and the “Silent Years” Daniel 11 – A Verse-By-Verse Analysis Conclusion Bibliography Download ePub/iBook Format Download PDF Format Back to Home

This study undertakes a prophetic examination of Isaiah 53 in an effort to determine just how precise it actually is. The Isaiah 53 Prophecy | Let Us Reason Description Contents Download What sets the Bible apart from other religious books is that it contains thousands of prophecies. Since Jesus Christ is the central figure of the Bible, it should come as no surprise that the Bible is absolutely full of incredibly detailed prophecies about Him. One of the most astonishing prophetic chapters is Isaiah 53. Seven hundred years before Jesus, the prophet Isaiah wrote this incredible prophetic portrait of the Messiah in His redemptive role as a “Suffering Servant.” Isaiah 53 records in vivid detail the mission and purpose of the Messiah in His First Coming on earth. Because the prophetic content of this chapter so precisely portrays the experience of Jesus Christ on the cross – as recorded in the New Testament gospels – Isaiah 53 has predictably come under attack by the critics. In this study, The Isaiah 53 Prophecy: The Messiah As The "Suffering Servant ," we will first address the two major claims by the critics and determine whether they are legitimate. We will then undertake a prophetic examination of Isaiah 53 in an effort to determine just how precise this prophecy actually is. Download this free study and find out for yourself! Introduction Isaiah 53 as Authentic Prophecy – Manuscript Evidence Isaiah 53 as Messianic Prophecy – Rabbinical Endorsement A Prophetic Examination of Isaiah 53 Handling Jewish Objections - A Deeper Dive Conclusion Bibliography Download ePub/iBook Format Download PDF Format Back to Home

This is a study that examines some of the major objections put forward by those who reject the traditional viewpoint of a Friday crucifixion and a Sunday resurrection – and we will explore their validity. A Refutation of Alternative Chronologies of the Passion Week | Let Us Reason Description Contents Download Today, there exists much confusion surrounding the dating and chronology of events taking place during the Passion Week of Christ. There are those who now are advocating for a Wednesday or a Thursday crucifixion and a Saturday resurrection. To the casual onlooker unschooled in the original languages, their points may initially appear to have some validity. But because this issue is so important – in that it affects so many other date-sensitive prophetic timelines in the Bible – it is imperative that we go into some further depth in order to examine these points. In this study, A Refutation Of Alternative Chronologies Of The Passion Week , we will touch on some of the major objections put forward by those who reject the traditional viewpoint of a Friday crucifixion and a Sunday resurrection – and we will explore their validity. Download this free study to learn more! Introduction The Traditional Christian View – Friday Crucifixion and Sunday Resurrection Introduction to the Alternative Chronologies Objection #1: “Scripture indicates there were two separate Sabbaths in between the time Jesus died and resurrected, making the crucifixion Wednesday or Thursday rather than Friday” Objection #2: “Certain passages of Scripture indicate that the resurrection took place on a Saturday rather than a Sunday” Objection #3: “The women bought spices after the Sabbath (Mark 16:1) and prepared spices before they rested on the Sabbath (Luke 23:55-56)” Objection #4: “A Friday crucifixion with a Sunday resurrection would violate the 'three days, three nights ‘sign of Jonah’ prophecy' in Matthew 12:40” Further Considerations Conclusion Appendix Bibliography Download ePub/iBook Format Download PDF Format Back to Home

-Articles- Our blog features articles concerning the subject of Bible prophecy (and related topics.) Some of our articles come from chapters of our studies, while some are not found anywhere in our studies. Enjoy looking deeper into these subjects and feel free to leave a comment and share on social media! All Posts Nephilim End Times Prophecy Hebrew Wedding Typology Israel Rapture The Church Dispensationalism Search Log in / Sign up Michael Filipek Mar 27 13 min The Double Sense of the Future Day of the Lord (From the book The Missing Key in Dispensational Eschatology) In addition to the two-fold nature of the future Day of the Lord that we... 144 views 0 comments 4 likes. Post not marked as liked 4 Michael Filipek Mar 8 11 min The Two-Fold Nature of the Future Day of the Lord (From the book The Missing Key in Dispensational Eschatology) In the previous article, we examined the Biblical Day of the Lord,... 130 views 0 comments 3 likes. Post not marked as liked 3 Michael Filipek Feb 18 6 min What Is the Day of the Lord? (From the book The Missing Key in Dispensational Eschatology) The Day of the Lord is a Biblical term that, within Bible prophecy... 137 views 0 comments 3 likes. Post not marked as liked 3 Michael Filipek Jan 20 15 min Is There a Post-Rapture Gap Period? (From the book The Missing Key in Dispensational Eschatology) In a previous article, we detailed a number of reasons that strongly point... 225 views 0 comments 3 likes. Post not marked as liked 3 Michael Filipek Nov 20, 2023 9 min What Is the Abomination of Desolation? (From the study "Understanding The Distinction Between Israel And The Church") In our previous article, we focused on understanding the... 216 views 0 comments 5 likes. Post not marked as liked 5 Michael Filipek Oct 27, 2023 23 min Who Is the "He" in Daniel 9:27? The Messiah, Titus Vespasian, or the Antichrist? (From the study "Understanding The Distinction Between Israel And The Church") Within the famed “seventy weeks prophecy“ found in Daniel... 173 views 0 comments 4 likes. Post not marked as liked 4 Michael Filipek Oct 6, 2023 23 min Seven Proofs of a Pretribulational Rapture (From the study "Understanding The Distinction Between Israel And The Church") In previous articles on the Rapture, we have defined the... 211 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Sep 27, 2023 8 min Is the Rapture Imminent? (From the book The Missing Key in Dispensational Eschatology) Christians often use the words “imminent” or “imminence” to refer to the... 136 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Sep 18, 2023 8 min When Is the Rapture? (From the book The Missing Key in Dispensational Eschatology) One of the most controversial issues related to the Rapture has to do with... 123 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Sep 9, 2023 5 min What Is the Rapture? (From the book The Missing Key in Dispensational Eschatology) The English word “rapture” refers to a state or experience of being carried... 112 views 0 comments 4 likes. Post not marked as liked 4 Michael Filipek Sep 1, 2023 9 min Is the Modern State of Israel Prophetically Significant? (Part 3) (From the study "Should Christians Support Israel?") So far in "Part 1" and "Part 2" of this article series, we have already demonstrated... 108 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Aug 26, 2023 16 min Is the Modern State of Israel Prophetically Significant? (Part 2) (From the study "Should Christians Support Israel?") In "Part 1" of this article series, we examined the clear Biblical teaching... 108 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Aug 23, 2023 8 min Is the Modern State of Israel Prophetically Significant? (Part 1) (From the study "Should Christians Support Israel?") In our modern times, it has become fashionable for those in political, academic, and... 111 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Aug 12, 2023 11 min The "Mountain Peaks" of Prophecy and the Hidden Church Age (From the study "Understanding The Distinction Between Israel And The Church") It is somewhat common in scripture for a prophecy to, in... 137 views 0 comments 8 likes. Post not marked as liked 8 Michael Filipek Jul 29, 2023 18 min Prophetic Mysteries of the Ancient Hebrew Wedding (Part 4) In "Part 1", "Part 2", and "Part 3" of this article series, we began to examine the typological treasures hidden in the wedding rituals... 105 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Jul 16, 2023 12 min Prophetic Mysteries of the Ancient Hebrew Wedding (Part 3) In our "Part 1" and "Part 2" of this article series, we began to examine the typological treasures hidden in the wedding rituals of the... 92 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Jul 8, 2023 6 min Prophetic Mysteries of the Ancient Hebrew Wedding (Part 2) In our "Part 1" of this article series, we began to examine the typological treasures hidden in the wedding rituals of the ancient... 84 views 0 comments 6 likes. Post not marked as liked 6 Michael Filipek Jul 4, 2023 10 min Prophetic Mysteries of the Ancient Hebrew Wedding (Part 1) It may startle you to discover the treasures hidden in the wedding rituals of the ancient Hebrews, which God instituted. It is... 110 views 0 comments 7 likes. Post not marked as liked 7 Michael Filipek Apr 29, 2023 15 min Will the Sons of God Return in the End Times? (From the study "The Identity Of The Nephilim") In the previous article, we examined some of the Biblical passages that seem to describe... 146 views 0 comments 5 likes. Post not marked as liked 5 Michael Filipek Apr 12, 2023 12 min Will the Nephilim Return in the End Times? (From the study "The Identity Of The Nephilim") The reemergence of hybrid Nephilim-type entities during the end times certainly appears... 220 views 0 comments 5 likes. Post not marked as liked 5 Home Studies The Daniel 9:25 Prophecy A Refutation Of Alternative Chronologies The Basis Of Our Epistemology Prophecy - The Various Forms... The Nature Of Time How Sure Can We Be That Jesus Was The... The Psalm 22 Prophecy Establishing The Prophetic Validity... The Daniel 11 Prophecy The Isaiah 53 Prophecy The Luke 19:43-44 Prophecy Typology Of The Moedim Understanding The Distinction Between... Jeremiah's 70 Years Prophecy... The Identity Of The Nephilim Should Christians Support Israel? Articles Charts Contact