Mike Gerhardt, a speaker at the Reformed In Christ 2022 Conference, presents on Amillennialism. He discusses the interpretation of biblical prophecy, symbolism in Revelation, and the concept of the two-age model in eschatology.
Amillennialism views the Millennium as starting from the first coming of Christ to the second coming, rejecting the idea of a literal 1000-year golden age on Earth.
The New Testament presents a framework of two successive ages, this age and the age to come, bringing final judgment, resurrection, renewal of creation, and destruction of death.
Deep dives
Key Points on Amillennialism
Amillennialism is the belief that the Millennium described in Revelation 20 is now, starting from the first coming of Christ to the second coming. It rejects the idea of a literal 1000-year golden age on Earth after the second coming. The work of Christ bound Satan and his influence, allowing the gospel to go out into the entire world. The Amillennialist perspective sees righteousness and wickedness on parallel tracks throughout history and believes that evil forces will oppose God's people until Christ's return to fully eradicate sin, rebellion, suffering, and death.
Biblical Interpretation Keys
The podcast episode highlights three keys to biblical interpretation: 1) Let the New Testament interpret the Old Testament, 2) Understand that prophetic language often uses common speech, and 3) Interpret difficult and symbolic passages in light of clear and straightforward texts. These keys help provide a consistent and coherent understanding of the Scriptures, especially when dealing with complex topics like biblical prophecy and eschatology.
Overview of Revelation 20
Revelation 20 presents a symbolic vision of an angel binding Satan for a thousand years. The vision should be interpreted symbolically, understanding that the angel, the chain, and the pit are not literal. The binding of Satan represents his limited influence and inability to deceive the nations, allowing the gospel to spread. The chapter also mentions the souls of martyrs and believers who do not worship the beast, highlighting the contrast between their reign with Christ in heaven and Satan's imprisonment. This passage does not support the idea of a literal thousand-year golden age on Earth.
Two-Age Eschatology and Simultaneous Events at the Second Coming
The New Testament presents a framework of two successive ages: this age, the present course of human history, and the age to come, referring to eternal life and new creation. The second coming of Christ marks the transition between these ages, bringing final judgment, resurrection of both the just and unjust, renewal of creation, and the destruction of death. These events happen simultaneously, with no room for a literal one-thousand-year period separate from the second coming. The simplicity of this eschatological framework offers a clear perspective and hope for believers.
Reformed In Christ 2022 Conference presents four views on Eschatology commonly held by calvinists. This episode was presented by Mike Gerhardte on the view of Amillinialism.
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