The Gary DeMar Podcast The "Soon" Coming of Jesus
May 23, 2025
Dive into the intriguing debate over biblical prophecy! Explore the meaning of 'soon' in relation to Christ's return. Unpack John Piper's interpretations that challenge traditional views on Jesus' promises. The discussion also highlights New Testament teachings, emphasizing the expectation that Jesus' return was meant for the first-century audience. It's a thought-provoking journey into faith and interpretation!
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Meaning of 'This Generation'
- The term 'generation' in Matthew 24:34 refers to the contemporaneous generation Jesus was addressing.
- This generation was predicted to not pass away before all prophesied events occurred, implying an imminent coming.
New Testament on Jesus' Soon Coming
- The New Testament consistently describes Jesus' coming as soon or near, with time expressions like "at hand" or "not delay."
- These expressions were understood literally, meaning the events were expected imminently, not in a distant future.
Revelation Highlights Imminence
- The book of Revelation repeatedly emphasizes that the events described will happen soon because the time is near.
- Both the start and the end of Revelation underline the imminence of these prophetic events.
