The Last Days According to Jesus

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  • 1998
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The Last Days According to Jesus is a series of lectures by R.C. Sproul from Ligonier Ministries that explores the end times as described in the Bible. Throughout the lectures, Sproul delves into Jesus' teachings about the end times and how they apply to modern-day believers.

The first lecture focuses on the eschatological framework established in the Bible, particularly in the New Testament. Sproul discusses the various interpretations of end-times prophecy, including preterism, futurism, historicism, and idealism. He also explains the concept of inaugurated eschatology, which suggests that the end times began with the coming of Jesus and will continue until his return.

The second lecture delves into Jesus' own teachings on the end times, which are primarily found in the synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke). Sproul examines the Olivet Discourse, a section of Jesus' teaching that predicts the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem and the signs that will precede his return. He also discusses the parables that Jesus used to illustrate his teachings on the end times.

In the third lecture, Sproul explores the book of Revelation, which is commonly associated with end-times prophecy. He explains the symbolism used throughout the book and how it relates to the end times. Sproul also discusses the different interpretations of Revelation, particularly the preterist, futurist, and idealist views.

The fourth lecture focuses on the events that will occur leading up to the end times, particularly the signs of the times. Sproul explains how these signs are indicative of the coming of Christ and the establishment of the kingdom of God. He also explores the concept of the Antichrist and the role he will play in end-times prophecy.

The fifth and final lecture tackles the subject of the resurrection, particularly the resurrection of the dead at the end of the age. Sproul discusses the different interpretations of the resurrection, particularly the amillennial and premillennial views. He also explores the concept of the final judgment and the rewards and punishments that will be meted out to believers and non-believers.

Throughout the lectures, Sproul emphasizes the importance of understanding the end times as a way of preparing oneself for the return of Christ. He also stresses the need for Christians to remain vigilant and steadfast in their faith, even in the face of persecution and trials. The Last Days According to Jesus is an informative and thought-provoking series that will challenge viewers to examine their beliefs about the end times and how they relate to their faith.

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Seasons
The Millennium
12. The Millennium
January 1, 1998
What is the millennium? In the final part of this series, R.C. Sproul compares the premillennial, postmillenial, and amillenial views.
The Rapture
11. The Rapture
January 1, 1998
Christians agree that Jesus will return to take His church out of this fallen world, but they disagree about how He will do it. In the eleventh part of this series, R.C. Sproul considers the rapture.
The Beast
10. The Beast
January 1, 1998
In the tenth part of this series, R.C. Sproul matches the biblical portrait of "The Beast" to a man who fits the description right down to the name.
The Antichrist
9. The Antichrist
January 1, 1998
Who or what is the antichrist? In the ninth part of this series, R.C. Sproul points to several passages of Scripture to answer this question.
The Book of Revelation
8. The Book of Revelation
January 1, 1998
The book of Revelation is difficult to understand, but there's one crucial fact that can help us interpret it. In the eighth part of this series, R.C. Sproul considers the question, "When was Revelation written?"
The Destruction of Jerusalem
7. The Destruction of Jerusalem
January 1, 1998
How should we interpret the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD? In the seventh part of this series, R.C. Sproul walks us through an eyewitness account of this event.
The End of the Age
6. The End of the Age
January 1, 1998
When Jesus spoke about His coming at the end of the age, did He mean at the end of world history? In the sixth part of this series, R.C. Sproul explains that these passages describe not Jesus' final judgment but something else entirely.
This Generation
5. This Generation
January 1, 1998
Critics have argued that Jesus did not return when He predicted. In the fifth part of this series, R.C. Sproul examines this supposedly unfulfilled prophecy and defends the Bible's credibility.
Literal or Figurative?
4. Literal or Figurative?
January 1, 1998
Jesus' prophecy of His return includes both literal predictions and apocalyptic language. In the fourth part of this series, R.C. Sproul helps us interpret this difficult text.
A Question of Time
3. A Question of Time
January 1, 1998
At the Mount of Olives, the disciples asked Jesus when He would return. In the third part of this series, R.C. Sproul considers Jesus' surprising answer.
Understanding the Parousia
2. Understanding the Parousia
January 1, 1998
What is the kingdom of God? Is it mainly about social issues, or is it something supernatural? In the second part of this series, R.C. Sproul warns against unbiblical views of God's kingdom.
Crisis in Eschatology
1. Crisis in Eschatology
January 1, 1998
Eschatology-or the study of the "last days"-is full of heated debates. In the first part of this series, R.C. Sproul looks to Jesus' own words to bring clarity to this topic.
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  • Premiere Date
    January 1, 1998