In addition, in vv.1-2 we get the mention of a temple and the trampling of its outer court and the "holy city." What is this all referring to? Is it referring to a future, rebuilt temple in Jerusalem, and two literal witnesses in the "end times"? Or is this, as I will argue, symbolism of the church? Revelation 11 is somewhat infamous for its mention of two witnesses who will issue plagues and destroy people with fire from their mouths. Their book, Covenantal and Dispensational Theologies: Four Views on the Continuity of Scripture (IVP, February 2022), is currently available for pre-order. Traditional (or Revised) Dispensationalism In order of those that stress more continuity to those that stress more discontinuity, we look at:Ģ0th Century Reformed Baptist Theology In today’s episode, Richard Lucas and Brent Parker lead us through a survey of the various view points that exist. This episode serves as the first installment of a larger conversation on covenantal and dispensational theologies and their divergent ways of putting the Bible together. "I wait for the LORD, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope.How should we interpret the promises made to the people of Israel in the OT - are they being fulfilled in the church? Does God have a distinct plan for the nation of Israel separate from the church? How do Christians relate to the Mosaic Law? What does infant baptism have to do with our understanding of the Biblical Covenants? In short, these are all questions asking, How should we put our Bible’s together - and questions that both covenantal and dispensational theologies answer differently, with wide-ranging implications for how we read our Bibles, how we define the church, what we expect of the future, and how we live our Christian lives. "Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him." I will wait for the God of my salvation my God will hear me." "Wait for the LORD Be strong and let your heart take courage Yes, wait for the LORD." "The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him." "Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer." They will soar on wings like eagles they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. Hold on to His word, there are brighter days ahead. Our God is faithful and he has a plan for you, even if it feels like you’re stuck somewhere you didn’t want to be in the first place. If you’re walking through this struggle now, and you haven’t heard from God yet (or maybe you haven’t come to terms with His answer), we hope these Bible verses will bring you comfort, hope, and peace. Though our experiences are different, we all face seasons of waiting at some point in our lives. Maybe you’re at an important crossroads and you’re waiting on God to tell you which path you’re supposed to take.
Or you’re desperately wanting to have a child but you can’t get pregnant. Or your children recently left for college and there’s a hole in your life you can’t seem to fill. Perhaps you’re looking for a new job but can’t seem to find the right opportunity. In our fast-paced, instant gratification world, seasons of waiting can feel extremely painful. 7 Inspiring Bible Verses for When You're Waiting
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