The Fig Tree Has Leaves: Reading the Season Without Setting a Date
Jesus told us to read one particular tree. When the disciples asked Him what to watch for before the end, […]
Eschatology
prophecy
Eschatology
The Man of Lawlessness: Reading the Sequence Without Setting a Date
Before you can read the headlines soberly, you have to read the sequence soberly. Every few months a new name
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Homesick for a Country You’ve Never Seen: Living Ready as a Citizen of Heaven
The cure for end-times anxiety is not a better timeline. It is a homesickness — a longing for the country
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Jerusalem, the Cup of Trembling: The City the Nations Can’t Solve
The one city the nations cannot solve — and what Zechariah saw coming. Open a newspaper from almost any decade
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Occupy Till He Comes: Live Ready, Not Afraid
There are two ways to get the end times wrong — frantic over the calendar, or asleep to it entirely. Jesus aimed at a third kind of man: not predicting the day, just found faithful when it comes.
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Any Moment Now: The Imminent Return and the Life It Demands
Nothing on the prophetic calendar has to happen before He comes for His own. Ask most believers what still has
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Lift Up Your Heads: The Blessed Hope Is Not Wishful Thinking
The signs are sobering, but for the believer the dominant tone of prophecy is not fear — it is hope. A word on the blessed hope for people who are tired and afraid. Look up; your redemption is drawing near.
Eschatology
Gog of Magog: The War Israel Doesn’t Have to Win
Ezekiel 38–39 and the war Israel doesn’t have to win Open a newsfeed and the same map keeps lighting up.
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Nobody Knows the Day. Stop Trying to Set It.
God gave us a sequence to understand, not a date to calculate. Confusing the two has burned the church for
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The Blessed Hope: Why a Christian Can Face the End Without Fear
Eschatology — The Blessed Hope and the Heart That Isn’t Afraid Turn on the news and you can feel the
Eschatology
The Sign That Sets the Clock: Israel and the Return of Christ
Eschatology · Israel and the nearness of His return — the sign that sets the clock. For nineteen centuries the
Bible Exposition
The Iran Conflict: Unfolding Shadows of Biblical End-Times Prophecy
Amidst today’s turbulent headlines, where Middle Eastern skies blaze with missile strikes and ancient rivalries ignite anew, one question pierces the air: Are we witnessing the fulfillment of prophecies etched in time? As believers, we must vigilantly observe, pray, and prepare for the unfolding drama. Dive into how Iran’s pivotal role in this conflict aligns with God’s prophetic word. In Ezekiel 38-39, Persia—modern-day Iran—emerges as a key player in end-times narratives. The prophet paints a vivid picture of a northern alliance descending upon Israel, seeking plunder and destruction. These aren’t mere metaphors; they are detailed forecasts of global upheaval. Fast-forward to 2026, and the parallels are chilling. Iran’s enmity toward Israel has erupted into open warfare, mirroring biblical conflicts. From drone barrages to devastating military operations, these skirmishes are not random. Iran’s proxies continue to stoke the flames, echoing the fiery battles foretold in ancient texts. As the world watches, believers are called to stand firm in faith, ready to face the trials of the last days.
Christian Mind & Culture
SmithForChrist.com — Global Reach Analytics (Geographic Data Sheet)
Discover the global reach of SmithForChrist.com, with over 20,000 page views across 80+ countries, driven by organic search and word-of-mouth. Explore the heat map that reveals hotspots of engagement, from the United States to China.
Bible Exposition, Daniel Exposition
Daniel 9 — The Seventy Weeks: God’s Clock for Israel and the World
Daniel 9 begins with prayer and scripture, highlighting the prophetic framework of Capture. Amir Tsarfati’s insights remind us that prophecy fuels prayer, not the other way around. Discover how Daniel models a believer’s journey through God’s timeline.