Teaching Library of Mike Bickle - End times

Positive Spiritual Sign Trends in the Church
When studying the signs of the times, it is important to acknowledge that in the past few decades there have been poorly timed applications of various signs related to current events. Some past studies have been sloppy, imprecise, and lacking credible connections to Scripture, yet we should acknowledge the courage with which these bold voices served their generation by exploring a topic so often ignored by the Body of Christ. We must learn from past errors and pursue understanding of the signs of the times in a manner that is scripturally precise. Signs of the Times–what current events suggests we are living in the last days?

I.THREE CATEGORIES OFSIGNS
Three main categories of the signs of the times—sign events, sign trends, and cosmic signs.

1.Sign events: These are actual events predicted in Scripture that alert us to the timing of Jesus’ return. They include political, spiritual, economic, and religious events, such as the rebirth of the state of Israel, the future 10-nation confederation, the abomination of desolation, there building of the temple in Jerusalem, etc. Sign events are the most faith-building.

2.Sign trends: Both positive and negative sign trends signal the generation of Jesus’ return. Examples of positive trends are the gospel being preached in all nations, the global prayer movement, and the Church walking in power, purity, and unity, and standing with Israel even in persecution. Negative trends include an increase of escalating violence, famines, and persecution of the saints, and the falling away. Trends are not as overt or faith-building assign events, because the way they occur is not as clearly defined as a dramatic event.

3.Cosmic signs: There will be dramatic signs in the heavens that will cause many to fear

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Much of this teaching will be used by the English speaking Pastors in the Africa Training Bible School.

Each of these YDT Series includes an audio and handout or study notes to be downloaded as well as a PowerPoint to make the viewing more visual for the youth.

Sessions can be split into two for Junior Youth who may not be able to absorb the entire teaching in one session.

End Time Teaching

Download Overview of the signs of the times.

Download Positive signs with prayer

Download Signs with prayer

Download Negative signs with war

Download Negative signs with prayer

Download Negative trends in the end time

Download Antichrist

Download Abomination of Desolation

Download Armageddon Campaign