When the Biden Administration took office in January 2021, Trump's 1776 Project was immediately taken down from the White House website. American Vision has partnered with another publisher to make the 1776 Project available in print with an extensive introduction by Gary DeMar.
In Chapter 15 of Paradise Restored , David Chilton discusses the biblical term "the day of the Lord" and what is left to happen eschatologically. Was all biblical prophecy fulfilled in AD 70, or is there more to transpire? What about the Second Coming? Listen to today's episode to learn more.
Gary answers another critic that claims that the events in Matthew 24 are "obviously" future and yet to be fulfilled. Using Scripture as its own interpreter, Gary shows how these events have, and must have, been fulfilled in the first century destruction of Jerusalem and the temple.
With the continued strife and struggle between Israel and Palestine, Bible prophecy pundits are all lit up with signs of the "end." Gary answers two commenters who believe these missile strikes in the Middle East are a confirmation that Jesus is coming "soon."
Chapter 14 of Paradise Restored is called "The Restoration of Israel" and deals with Romans 11 and God's future plans for Israelites and genetic Jews. All Israel will be saved, but this does not mean that every Jew will be saved. Listen now to learn more about this very important topic.
Gary answers a listener's question about how Luke 17 differs from Luke 21, and how both chapters relate to Matthew 24 and the events spoken of by Jesus in the Olivet Discourse.
In Chapter 13 of Paradise Restored , David Chilton discusses the biblical understanding of the "last days" and proves, from the Bible itself, that these days have already come and gone. Peter, Paul, the book of Hebrews, and many other New Testament writings make it clear that the "last days" were fulfilled in the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70.
Gary continues his interview with screenwriter and author Brian Godawa about the Bible, culture, and entertainment. Christians need to be more, not less, involved in creating art and telling great stories. Learn more about Brian and his work at www.Godawa.com.
Gary recently met with screenwriter and novelist Brian Godawa in Dallas, Texas. In this two-part interview, Gary and Brian discuss movies, publishing, and Christian influence in the entertainment industry. Learn more about Brian and his work at www.Godawa.com
In Chapter 12 of Paradise Restored , David Chilton discusses "antichrist" and what the Bible actually says about this topic. Contrary to much modern belief, the Bible doesn't teach that there is a single shadowy figure known as "The Antichrist" that will take over the world in an apocalyptic future known only to science fiction. Listen to this episode to learn more what the Bible actually does say about "antichrist."
American Vision has recently reprinted Gary's book, Memory Mechanics . In this book, Gary teaches how to memorize anything. You don't need to be a genius to have a great memory. Simple techniques and methods that are easy to learn can improve your memory nearly overnight. Gary discusses some of these in this episode.
Gary talks about his comic book collection and his decision to perhaps sell it to another collector. Gary talks a bit about the comic book industry and its history, as well as the concept of value as a whole.
Cosmic and universal language is all over the Bible, especially the Old Testament. Language that most commentators, even futurists, recognize as referring to events in Israel's history thousands of years ago, is suddenly given strange Planet Earth-destroying interpretations when encountered in the New Testament. In this episode, Gary discusses Chapter 11 of David Chilton's Paradise Restored .
Gary answers several listener questions about full-preterism and the "second coming." While Christians tend to make much about what the future holds, the Bible emphasizes what we should be doing now, not waiting for the end to come.
According to a recent Barna study, only 6% of Americans have a biblical worldview. Syncretism and "none of the above" are the worldview of the day in modern, confused, and inconsistent America. More than ever, clear thinking—biblical thinking—is needed among Christians.
Gary discusses Chapter 10 of Paradise Restored , which is The Great Tribulation. Too often, modern readers of the Bible interpret the Bible as if it was written directly to them, but David Chilton makes the point that the Bible—and eschatology in particular—must be interpreted in the terms of the original audience.
In Chapter 9 of Paradise Restored , David Chilton discusses the historic ending of the Old Covenant era with the destruction of the temple in AD 70. God sent prophets to Israel over and over again, culminating in the sending of His Son, Jesus. When the chief priests and Pharisees demanded Jesus’ execution they filled up the measure of God’s wrath and guaranteed the end of their manmade kingdom.
More gun control legislation and executive orders are being proposed by the Biden administration. Gun violence always seems to increase at the exact moment these bills are suggested, but with over 400 million guns in this country, the level of gun violence in the United States is actually quite low. Gary discusses the tyrannical nonsense of wanting to infringe gun rights as a response to criminal activity.
Gary answers a listener question about the future of education after so many students and parents have been exposed to a form of homeschooling thanks to the pandemic and subsequent lockdown. Could this be a turning point in our country?
In Chapter 8 of Paradise Restored , David Chilton discusses what it means that Christ is King and ruling in His Kingdom. Like a stone that becomes a mountain and like a seed that becomes a tree, Jesus' Kingdom is growing and increasing day-by-day. Jesus is seated on His throne and is ruling at the Father's right hand right now. With His atoning Death and subsequent Resurrection, Jesus has bound the strong man (Satan) and is plundering his house.
Are vaccine passports the "mark of the beast" from Revelation 13? Do we really need to find a prophetic connection in the Bible every time a politician suggests a new infringement to personal liberty? Gary discusses this topic and much more on today's podcast.
A recent article on The Gospel Coalition raises the question of theonomy and how Christians should respond to God's Law in the Old Testament. The discussion is nothing more than a re-hash of the same arguments made against theonomy nearly half a century ago. But the same overriding question remains: If not God's Law, what other standard is there?
In Chapter 7 of Paradise Restored, David Chilton discusses the fiery Glory Cloud that led Israel through the desert during the Exodus. The cloud was a theophany of the Holy God Himself and has important and significant attributes that we should recognize when we read the rest of the Bible. It was both a Guide and a Protection for the wandering Israelites… and for us today.
Gary discusses Revelation 20 and the enduring topic of the thousand years and the various millennial positions found among Christians. None of the positions base their view explicitly on the small amount of information found in Revelation 20, which means they look elsewhere in the Bible for support.
Gary answers a listener question about homeschooling. The pandemic has made this question more relevant and important than ever. Technology and available materials are at an all-time high and now is the easiest time to get started, but it still looks like a very big step to many people.
In Chapters 5 and 6 of Paradise Restored , David Chilton discusses the importance, and the biblical theology, of animals, trees, and land. Modern Christianity often has a worldview that more closely resembles Gnosticism, being skeptical of property and physical blessings. But everything God creates and gives to His people are a lesson about how to live and take dominion in God’s world.
Politics are a part of life. Christians can’t be involved in this world without also being involved in politics. The Gospel applies to every area of life, but it requires wisdom and discernment. A full-orbed biblical worldview has answers to every challenge presented by every unbiblical worldview. Christians must re-learn how to think biblically. Gary points the way forward in this talk given in McAllen, Texas.
The impossible goal of complete inclusivity through cultural diversity is getting headlines again with the Atlanta spa shootings. Racial differences are as unavoidable as intellectual and talent differences are among any group of people. Attempts to compensate for and legislate "equality" ends up becoming its own form of discrimination and hate.
For decades Christians have been enticed with the belief that they would be taken to heaven before a coming tribulation period in an event called the "rapture." Since the national reestablishment of Israel in 1948, countless books and pamphlets have been written defending the doctrine assuring readers that it could happen at any moment. It hasn't happened and it won't happen, because the Bible doesn't teach it. Gary explains the history of this damaging belief and how it has crippled the Church ...
Gary riffs on one of his favorite side-topics: spiritual manipulation and magic. 19th century “spiritual photographer” William Mumler provides the entry-point into the discussion. Harry Houdini, Andre Kole, Danny Korem, Penn and Teller and many others have devoted a large part of their lives to proving that spiritual manipulators are simply using tricks and illusions to convince the gullible of their “mystical” powers.
