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Millennium

A thousand years; the name given to the era mentioned in Rev. 20:1-7. Some maintain that Christ will personally appear on earth for the purpose of establishing his kingdom at the beginning of this millennium. Those holding this view are usually called “millenarians.” On the other hand, it is maintained, more in accordance with the teaching of Scripture, we think, that Christ’s second advent will not be premillennial, and that the right conception of the prospects and destiny of his kingdom is that which is taught, e.g., in the parables of the leaven and the mustard-seed. The triumph of the gospel, it is held, must be looked for by the wider and more efficient operation of the very forces that are now at work in extending the gospel; and that Christ will only come again at the close of this dispensation to judge the world at the “last day.” The millennium will thus precede his coming.

▶Sermons

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  • Charles Ryrie
    The Millenium
    Charles Ryrie · 37:23

    The Millennium will be a time of great peace and prosperity, with no war, no want, and a perfect ruler, Christ.

  • J. Vernon McGee
    The Millennium - What? Where? When? How? Who?
    J. Vernon McGee · 43:56

    The Millennium is a 1,000-year reign of Christ on earth, a future event that will bring peace, prosperity, and full knowledge to God's people.

  • Keith Malcomson
    Why I Am Not An Amillennalist
    Keith Malcomson · 1:20:59

    Keith Malcomson explains why he rejects amillennialism, emphasizing a literal interpretation of biblical prophecy and the future visible reign of Christ on earth.

  • Oswald J. Smith
    The Wonders of the Millennium
    Oswald J. Smith · 38:20

    The millennial reign of Christ will be a period of time when Jesus Christ will rule the earth, bringing peace, justice, and prosperity to all nations.

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  • Anthony Hoekema
    Amillennialism
    Anthony Hoekema

    Anthony Hoekema's sermon on Amillennialism explores the interpretation of Revelation, emphasizing the spiritual reign of Christ and the binding of Satan during the current age.

  • Kim Riddlebarger
    A Present or Future Millennium?
    Kim Riddlebarger

    Kim Riddlebarger argues for Amillennialism, emphasizing the present reign of Christ and the importance of focusing on biblical prophecy rather than contemporary speculation.