The Second Coming of Christ
Module 7
The Second Coming of Christ
Compulsory Questions.
1. Read Luke 21. Christ's discourse in this chapter is in response to two questions from His disciples (Cf. Matthew 24:3).
a) When would the temple in Jerusalem be destroyed?
b) When would Christ return and this present age end?
c) List in chronological order the events in Luke 21 from the ascension of Christ until His return.
2. Read Daniel 2. This chapter covers the entire period of Gentile rule from the time of Nebuchadnezzar until the Return of Christ. What four Gentile Powers are referred to in verses 38-40? What do you understand by the "Divided" Kingdom of verses 41-43? Give approximate starting dates for each of the five kingdoms mentioned: i.e. Gold, Silver, Brass, Iron, Iron and Clay.
3. One of the hallmarks of the Last Days is shown to be a departure from the true faith (2 Timothy 4:3-4, 1 Timothy 4:1-2, Luke 18:8 etc.). Using Matthew 24:23-31 and any other relevant Scriptures, explain how believers become deceived and what the antidote to deception is.
4. a) Read 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. In your own words describe what these verses teach about the Rapture of the Church.
b) Discuss briefly the following positions in light of your answer in 4a:
i. A-millennialism.
ii. Post-millennialism.
iii. Pre-millennialism.
5. Read Ezekiel 37. This chapter is dealing with the future of Israel not the church (see verse 11). What significance do you feel the establishing of the Israeli state in 1948 has in light of these verses? What would these verses have to say to survivors of the Holocaust? Do you believe that they can be linked with end of "The times of the Gentiles"?
You may choose any five of the following questions:
6. Read Luke 17:26-30. What were the characteristics of society in Noah's and Lot's days and how are these reflected in our own day?
7. Read 2 Timothy 3:1-13. What are the hallmarks of the last days said to be in these verses and how do you see these apply to our own society?
8. Read 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12. What two events does the apostle Paul say must occur before Christ returns?
9. Using the same Scriptures, explain what you think Paul was writing about when he said, "Ye know what withholdeth" and "letteth" in verses 6 to 8. The three views are:-
(a) The Holy Spirit.
(b) The Church.
(c) The Caesars.
10. Read Luke 21:24-33. Verse 24 indicates a definite end to the "Times of the Gentiles" that began in Nebechadnezzar's day. In your view:
(a) Have those "times" now come to an end? Give your reasons either way.
(b) What is meant by the word "generation" in verse 32 and how does this tie in with your answer to (a)?
11. Read 1 Corinthians 15:50-58. What do these verses teach us concerning believers alive at Christ's return, how does 1 John 3:1-3 agree?
12. Read Revelation 19:5-20:6. In what way do these verses throw light upon the Rapture, the Tribulation, and the Millennium?
13. Read Revelation chapter 2-3. Apart from these letters being actual letters written to churches in the apostle John's day, how could they also be seen to be describing seven distinct periods of church history?
14. Read Daniel 9:24-27.
(a) Show how these verses clearly pinpoint the date for the crucifixion of Jesus.
(b) How do these verses, especially (:26) help us to identify the coming evil "prince"? (otherwise known as the Antichrist?
(c) Futurists believe that (:27) describes the final seven years before Christ's return. If this is your position, explain likewise!
15. Read Revelation 17. Many believe that these verses describe the Church of Rome.
(a) What characteristics of the "great whore" of these verses are seen in the Church of Rome?
(b) Show how the popes titles: Holy father, Supreme Pontiff and Vicar of Christ are "names of blasphemy" (:3).
(c) What influence does this "Mother of Harlots" (:5) have upon the world government in the last days?
16. Read Revelation 13. What does this chapter tell us about the Antichrist' control in the Last Days over:
(a) Universal worship.
(b) Commerce and Industry.
(c) The forces of nature.
17. Read Acts 1:6-8. What events do you feel must occur before Jesus is openly declared King of Israel and what verses indicate that Abraham's decedents will once again take their place as God's leading nation? If you do not believe that God has any plans for Israel as an earthly nation, explain the disciples question and Christ's answer.
The following modules are for those intending to apply for ministerial accreditation with The Fellowship of Evangelistic Ministries. All questions are compulsory.
If you are not applying for ministerial accreditation, then you only have to write your 20,000 word thesis. All quotations referred to in your work must be entered as footnotes at the bottom of each page. Discuss the subject of your thesis with your tutor.