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A Practical Postmillennialism: An Interview With Glenn Sunshine

In this episode, Dr. Glenn Sunshine discusses the historical development and critique of the Radical Two Kingdoms (R2K) view. He traces the origins of the R2K view back to the early church and the Reformation, highlighting the different perspectives on the relationship between the church and the state. Dr. Sunshine argues that Christians have a responsibility to engage in politics and shape policy in accordance with biblical principles. He critiques the idea that cultural engagement is immanentizing the eschaton and emphasizes the importance of understanding the kingdom of God and the gospel in shaping our approach to cultural and political involvement. In this conversation, Glenn Sunshine discusses the relationship between Christians and politics. He explores different views on Christians' involvement in politics and highlights the importance of living in the kingdom of Christ while also living in the world. Sunshine emphasizes the need to live now in light of eternity and to recognize that God has placed us where we are for a reason. He explains that the gospel of the kingdom affects every aspect of our lives and calls Christians to live out the lordship of Christ in everything they do.

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Traces of Defeatism: A Critique Of Amillennialism

In "Traces of Defeatism," I examine how some of the interpretations and assumptions in amillennialism act like trace elements of poison in the Church's bloodstream, subtly undermining our mission by instilling a defeatist mindset. I argue for embracing a postmillennial perspective, which I believe empowers us to actively engage and transform culture, reflecting a more victorious outlook on God's kingdom and our role within it.

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The Bright Hope of Defeatism: A Critique Of Historic Premillennialism

In our latest article, we critically examine the doctrine of Historic Premillennialism, revealing its inadequacies and how it contributes to a defeatist stance in the Church. Our discussion aims to pave the way for a more empowering, Biblically-grounded eschatology that energizes the Church for active mission and cultural engagement.

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A Practical Postmillennialism: An Interview With Gary Demar

In this series, called "A Practical Postmillennialism," I will be diving into what postmillennialism is and what it means for our lives. I will be looking at how the Bible promises God's victory and how that victory works itself out in every aspect of your life. This series will show you how to live in light of a robust, theological optimism that will seep into who you are as a man, woman, mom, dad, churchman, and member of a rotting and decaying society that needs Jesus. Today we interview Gary Demar!

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Defeating Defeatism: A Critique of the Dispensational View

In this series, called "A Practical Postmillennialism," I will be diving into what postmillennialism is and what it means for our lives. I will be looking at how the Bible promises God's victory and how that victory works itself out in every aspect of your life. This series will show you how to live in light of a robust, theological optimism that will seep into who you are as a man, woman, mom, dad, churchman, and member of a rotting and decaying society that needs Jesus. Today we tackle dispensational defeatism.

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A Practical Postmillennialism (NEW SERIES)

In this series, called "A Practical Postmillennialism," I will be diving into what postmillennialism is and what it means for our lives. I will be looking at how the Bible promises God's victory and how that victory works itself out in every aspect of your life. This series will show you how to live in light of a robust, theological optimism that will seep into who you are as a man, woman, mom, dad, churchman, and member of a rotting and decaying society that needs Jesus.

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The Apocalyptic Christmas

"Explore a riveting twist on the Christmas story with 'The Apocalyptic Christmas,' where celestial battles and cosmic symbolism from Revelation 12 redefine the holiday's meaning. Dive into a narrative where a radiant woman, a formidable dragon, and a child destined to rule nations transform Christmas into a scene of divine drama and victory. This blog invites you to witness Christmas not just as a serene nativity, but as a pivotal moment in a grand cosmic saga, challenging and deepening your understanding of this beloved season."

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Merry Christmas… This Means War!

“He was bringing war because this old world had fallen into bitter, soul-crushing slavery to an evil dragon. A serpent of great beguiling who tricked our only king into trading in his scepter for over-tight handcuffs... His crown for rusty chains. On that first Christmas morning, after legions of failed men who came before Him, the heaven-sent God-Man was born the royal Man-King. Delivered as a helpless babe to deliver and set the helpless free.”

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The Second Coming As Foretold In The Book of Acts

“May you never waste your days trying to figure out blood moons, marks of the beast, or the identity of the Antichrist. May you, instead, spend your ever-waking moments serving the King who brought this end-time Kingdom to the world. You belong to His Kingdom as a soldier of Christ because of Christ and Christ alone. Now, use your fleeting days to serve and praise Him! “

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Love the Sinner. Hate the movement.

“ If you are soft on these movements, you are complicit with the war crimes of demons, and you are a reviler of the humanity you claim to love. Our job is to love the sinner enough to call them to repentance. And to hate the movements that accost them.”

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The Martyrdom of Stephen

“And while this martyrdom of Stephen in Jerusalem kickstarted one of the worst periods of persecution and martyrdom the church has ever seen, the standing Christ reminds us that evil did not win, Christ's Church was not be defeated, and that we must march on in our battles today, knowing that we are gaining ground. Glory hallelujah!”

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How Big Will His Kingdom Be?

How large will Jesus’ earthly Kingdom be? Will it always remain a remnant and a minority among the peoples of earth? Or will it grow? And if it grows, how much so? These are the questions we will explore today.

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Is Israel Still The “Chosen People?”

"As you think about this current war, pray for them. Pray that this would be the thing that causes them to repent. And, do not forget to pray for the Christians in Palestine. As Christians, we have more in common with a Palestinian Christian than a secular Jew..."

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When Will The Reign Of Christ End?

“He must reign until all brothels are closed and marriage is esteemed. He must reign until the media stops peddling lies and division and would be willing to end each broadcast with The Lord’s Prayer or the Apostle’s Creed. He must reign until there are no ghettos in Chicago, there is no swamp in Washington, and there is no depravity in Hollywood. He must reign until child is catechized and every family on earth comes under His Lordship and covenant blessings.”

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