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2 THESSALONIANS What is the key to resisting the deceptions of the Antichrist and what are the limitations of Sola Scriptura when it comes to this? Steve recounts how he discovered the significance of Church Tradition through the writings of early church father Saint John Chrysostom. Chrysostom's teachings emphasize that the unwritten traditions of the Church hold the same authority as the written...

2 THESSALONIANS In 1884, Pope Leo XIII had a vision where he saw Satan asking God for permission to attack the Church. This ultimately led him to write the St. Michael the Archangel prayer. The prayer describes events from the book of Revelation, where Satan is released for a short time before Jesus returns. Steve shares more ‘cousin verses’ from scripture and how the intimate connection between P...

2 THESSALONIANS The identity of the restrainer in 2 Thessalonians 2 has puzzled Christians for many centuries. There have been many ideas about who the restrainer is, but none are very persuasive. This all changed for Steve after reading the work of Dr. Colin Nicoll. The key to the puzzle was the book of Daniel. Steve discusses the true identity of the restrainer using Dr. Colin Nicholl’s work on...

2 THESSALONIANS Steve presents a comprehensive comparison between the epistles of 1 and 2 Thessalonians, arguing that they contain "cousin verses" that describe the same events related to the Second Coming of Christ and the Gathering of Believers. Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 4:14-17 2 Thessalonians 2:1 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Mathew 24:30 Mark 13:24 Colin R. Nichol, PhD. Cambrid...

2 THESSALONIANS “Self-deification is the satanic counterpart to theosis, leading the world to worship the Antichrist.”  In today’s episode, Steve explores the concept of “theosis,” or “divinization.” He explains that the Antichrist will deceive the world by proclaiming to be God, taking advantage of a spiritual vacuum in modern Christianity. Referenced in today’s episode: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4 CCC...

Steve discusses the dangers of legalism in the Catholic Church and Christianity. He argues that Catholics are at risk of succumbing to the temptation of the Antichrist, who is referred to as the "man of lawlessness" in Second Thessalonians. Wood suggests that this danger stems from an excessive emphasis on legalism among Catholics. Referenced in today’s episode: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-6 Genesis 3 Eph...

2 THESSALONIANS Both Jesus and St. Paul warn of a great apostasy - a worldwide falling way from the faith - before the Second Coming of Christ. It’s difficult to comprehend just how profound, penetrating, persuasive and powerful the worldwide apostasy will be. Steve discusses the scripture references we should turn to for teaching. Referenced in today’s episode: 2 Thessalonians 2:3 Revelation 20 I...

2 THESSALONIANS Steve’s back with a lesson in how bible translations may differ in exact words used, but say the same thing. In this episode, he shares how different descriptions are used for an event in the End Times and highlights a Jewish tradition that the apostle Paul used to teach in the New Testament. Referenced in today’s episode: 2 Thessalonians 2:3 Matthew 24:11-12 1 Maccabees 2:15 Danie...

2 THESSALONIANS Drawing from First & Second Thessalonians, Steve Wood provides a solution to the Rapture Question. He argues that the Rapture is not a separate event but rather a part of the Second Coming. He highlights the similarity between First and Second Thessalonians, demonstrating their connection through shared language, themes, and authorship. He challenges the inconsistency between t...

2 THESSALONIANS Steve says 2 Thessalonians ranks in the top 5 books of the bible for studying biblical prophecy. In this episode, he digs into more teachings from St. Paul. Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 4:17 2 Thessalonians 1 Corinthians 2 Timothy 2:16 Revelation 20 John 5:24 Bible translations Steve recommends: RSV-CE – Revised Standard Version, Catholic Edition ESV – English Sta...

Steve introduces 2 Thessalonians with this topical study on “inaugurated eschatology.”   Referenced in today’s episode: 2 Thessalonians 2 Ezekiel 47 Revelation 22:1-2 John 7 Luke 11 Bible translations Steve recommends: RSV-CE – Revised Standard Version, Catholic Edition ESV – English Standard Version, if you don’t want to use a Catholic bible

What is the difference between charismatic and biblical prophecy? It’s all too easy to let the application of ideas we get from scripture go haywire. That is why it is important for those who prophesy to go through testing and discernment. Steve discusses this and particular resources he has studied in today’s episode of Luke 21. Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22 Ephesians 4:1...

Paul warns that the second coming of Christ will be a dark time for non-Christians. But he also gives encouragement to believers reminding us that we are sons of the light. Steve shares this practical application for our lives, especially as it pertains to internet pornography. Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 5:2-5 Revelation 9 Matthew 6:22-23 Revelation 14:8 Revelation 17:2 Matthew...

If someone gives you a date for the end of the world, they’re contradicting Christ and are acting as a false prophet. Steve teaches today about the Day of the Lord. Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 5 Jeremiah 6:13-15 Jeremiah 5:12-13 Jeremiah 5:30-31 Isaiah 13:9-13 Bible translations Steve recommends: RSV-CE – Revised Standard Version, Catholic Edition ESV – English Standard Version,...

Steve shares two key scriptures often ignored by prophecy teachers about war and what to expect during the time of peace and security.  Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-5 Matthew 24:6-8 Catechism of the Catholic Church, 675 (plus the footnoted scriptures) 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3 2 Thessalonians 2:4-14 Bible translations Steve recommends: RSV-CE – Revised Standard Version, Catholic...

Steve shares some info on trying to time-stamp the rapture. Wisdom from St. Augustine’s City of God and scripture can be found in today’s episode. Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-2 Matthew 34:26 1 Thessalonians 5:4-6 Revelation 20:7-8 The City of God by St. Augustine The Summa Theologica by St. Thomas Aquinas Bible translations Steve recommends: RSV-CE – Revised Standard Version...

Steve takes you on a journey through the history of the dispensationalist view of the Rapture. Referenced in today’s episode: Matthew 24 The Blessed Hope pdf by New Testament scholar George Ladd Bible translations Steve recommends: RSV-CE – Revised Standard Version, Catholic Edition ESV – English Standard Version, if you don’t want to use a Catholic bible --------------------------- We appreciate...

Do Christians go through the great tribulation or escape it? Steve shares a little of how he came to learn more about the rapture. - - - - - - - - - - - Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 4: 15-17 1 Thessalonians 4 2 Thessalonians 2 Jesus Revolution Movie 2 Thessalonians 2:1 - - - - - - - - - - - Bible translations Steve recommends: RSV-CE – Revised Standard Version, Catholic Edition E...

Continuing our Rapture scripture study in Thessalonians, Steve discusses the pre-tribulation and simultaneous events viewpoints of biblical prophecy. If you are interested in receiving copies of the diagrams, you can visit us at luke21.com! - - - - - - - - - - - Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 4 Matthew 24:29 St. Augustine, The City of God CCC-1001 - - - - - - - - - - - Bible transl...

Last time, Steve shared three keywords in 1 Thessalonians that reveal the real meaning of The Rapture. Today, he expands on those words in a scripture study deep dive. - - - - - - - - - - - Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17 “Little Kittle” abridged Theological Dictionary of the New Testament (TDNT) Verbum bible software Acts 28:15 - - - - - - - - - - - Bible translations Steve...

In today’s episode, Steve continues his study of First Thessalonians chapter four which is the key passage regarding the rapture theory. To understand this theory and if it is true, Steve will explain the three keywords in three verses that reveal the true meaning of the rapture. - - - - - - - - - - - Referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 4: 15—17 Ephesians 4:15 - - - - - - - - - - - Bibl...

In today’s episode, Steve comes to chapter four of First Thessalonians which is one of the central passages regarding biblical prophecy, specifically concerning the rapture theory. Learn the origin of the word rapture, the context of which St. Paul was using this word to communicate to his recipients in Thessalonica, and the steps needed to take to correctly interpret this passage. - - - - - - - -...

In today’s episode, Steve dives into the presence of the messianic kingdom in Thessalonica. To understand the message Paul was sharing in Thessalonica and what happened as a result, we need to go back to the context in which Paul was teaching. During this episode, you will learn two key concepts in Biblical prophecy, the grand surprise of the New Testament, and the importance of being ‘God-taught’...

In today’s episode, we’re going to look at the role of the Holy Spirit in tribulation. In this series, we’ve shown the context that St. Paul was writing this first epistle of Thessalonians. St. Paul was writing to a brand new church full of new Christians in Thessalonica, who were experiencing persecution, affliction, and tribulation! Section 675 of the CCC states that “Before Christ’s second comi...

For the past couple episodes, we’ve been studying the seven verses in Thessalonians where tribulation and affliction are to be expected as Christians. The question then arises – how can I develop a faith strong enough to survive such tribulation? In today’s episode, we are looking at the power of the Word of God in Thessalonica and in our daily lives. Steve will go through ways in which we can app...