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𝗘𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆, 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮Definition:Eschatology is the study of the end times, or the last things. It is a belief concerning the end of the world or the ultimate destiny of humankind.Eschatology comes from the Greek words: 1.ἔσχατος (eschatos), meaning "last" or "end;" 2.λόγος (logos), meaning "study" or "word."The Church Eschatological Scope:Eschatology encompasses various aspects of the end times, including:1.The return of Jesus Christ (Second Coming)?2.The resurrection of the dead;3.Judgment Day;4.Heaven and hell;5.The ultimate destiny of humanity;6.The end of the world as we know it.Biblical FoundationsThe Church Eschatology is rooted in biblical teachings, particularly in:1.Old Testament prophecies (e.g., Daniel, Isaiah);2.Jesus' teachings (e.g., Matthew 24-25, Mark 13);3.New Testament epistles (e.g., 1Thessalonians 4-5; 2Peter 3);4.Revelation (Apocalypse of John).Key Eschatological Events as taught by the Church:1.Rapture (1Thessalonians 4:13-18);2.Tribulation (Matthew 24:21-22, Revelation 6-18);3.Armageddon (Revelation 16:13-16);4.Second Coming (Revelation 19:11-21);5.Millennium (Revelation 20:1-6);6.Final Judgment (Revelation 20:11-15).Christian Eschatological Views:1.Premillennialism2.Postmillennialism3.Amillennialism4. Pretribulationism5.PosttribulationismGoing by the church tradition, what’s the Importance of Eschatology?1.Encourages hope and comfort for believers;2.Provides perspective on life's purpose and meaning;3.Motivates believers to live godly lives;4.Unites believers in anticipation of Christ's return.Now we shall be taking a critical look at each of these items and see what the scripture says and what is in the Mind of Jesus.From the above sketch, it’s obvious that failing to teach sound Eschatological Doctrine is like a case of the blind leading the blind. They have no direction, no goal, and no vision. No destination being pursued, and so no hope.Meaning, all of our members are just living for the sake of living and pursuing what the world is pursuing. Any wonder there is so much ungodliness? Let me give you a simple illustration on how Eschatological Doctrine ought to work.Matt. 19:27, “Then answered Peter and said unto him, Behold, we have forsaken all, and followed thee; what shall we have therefore?28 And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.29 And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life.”Did you see that? Jesus gave them hope and the certainty of a reward for following Him as disciples. This is what true Eschatology ought to do for our people. Even the Muslims have a hope, a reward for following Muhammad. Now concerning the hope we seem to present to our people as the Rapture or Heaven, how real are they? If only you can understand that John 14:2; “In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you” has nothing to do with heaven. It was never a promise of heaven, as we shall see later.Dear friends, it’s high time we stand up and do the right thing to give hope and direction to our followers. Sometimes we think we know, but the fact is we do not know as we ought to know.To be continued.www.davidogaga.org#Escathos_DO ... See MoreSee Less

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