Thank you for taking the time to respond. However, I believe that Jesus came to re-establish the conditions which existed between God and Adam before the fall - the very conditions presented in Revelation. We now have the opportunity to be in full communion with our God - free of any remembrance of sin - and with Satan out of heaven and bound so that the Church could be successful among the nations. For me, to believe otherwise is to leave the work of Jesus incomplete - which I find hard to accept. Many scientists have convincing arguments against the 6 day creation, and many theologians have convincing arguments against the completion of Jesus’ prophecy within the next 40 years. I just disagree with each.
And when the Spirit says to the 7 churches in first chapter of Rev. “soon”, I believe it is in agreement with Jesus when he says “this generation shall see it all”.
Thanks again - this is truly a fascinating topic!
Rom. 16:17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them.
18 For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.
19 For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil.
20 And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly.