The Second Coming

08/09/2025 26 min Episodio 5

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Hi, Im Ryan Wonderly and in this episode of Rethinking the Word, we wrap up our 3-part series on Matthew 24 — the Olivet Discourse. What did Jesus really mean when He spoke of “His coming”? Was He pointing to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD, His final return at the end of the age, or both?We’ll walk through the final section of Matthew 24 and explore:How futurism, partial preterism, and dual fulfillment interpret Jesus’ words.Why some believers fled to Pella while others sought refuge in Jerusalem.The meaning behind phrases like “coming on the clouds” and “this generation will not pass away.”Whether Matthew 24 describes the rapture, judgment, or something else entirely.Why I believe in a future Second Coming — and why I remain cautious about full preterism.This chapter challenges us to think deeply about prophecy, but more importantly, it calls us to be ready. Regardless of your eschatological view, Jesus’ words are about living faithfully, with hope and expectation for His return.📖 Key passages: Matthew 24, Daniel 7, Zechariah 12, Isaiah 19, Acts 1👂 If you’ve been following this series, thank you for diving deep with me into one of the most debated passages in Scripture. Next time, I’ll step back from eschatology to share more about my journey and the heart behind this podcast.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if this episode challenged you to rethink why you believe what you believe.

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