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EP17 Sam Waldron: Optimistic Eschatology, Biblical Prophecy, and the Age to Come
What does the Bible teach about the end times, the rapture, Israel and the return of Jesus Christ? Dr. Sam Waldron joins us in the Coffee House to explore optimistic amillennialism, Bible prophecy and the gospel age. Will Christians be raptured before the tribulation? Are Israel and the church two separate peoples of God? Does Ezekiel predict a rebuilt third temple? How should we understand the millennium, the Antichrist and Satan’s “little season” in Revelation 20? Drawing on decades of teaching and his book, The Doctrine of Last Things: An Optimistic Amillennial View, Dr. Waldron explains how Jesus’ teaching about this age and the age to come provides a framework for understanding biblical eschatology. He examines dispensationalism and other millennial views while showing why Christians can have confidence in Christ building his church throughout the world. In this episode, we discuss: • Amillennialism, postmillennialism, historic premillennialism and dispensational premillennialism. • The second coming of Christ, the resurrection of the dead and the final judgment. • Luke 20, the two ages and the “already” and “not yet” of God’s kingdom. • Interpreting Old Testament prophecy, Ezekiel 40–48 and the third temple question. • Israel, the church and the New Testament’s interpretation of God’s promises. • The rapture in 1 Thessalonians 4 and the case against a secret pre-tribulation rapture. • Revelation 20, Gog and Magog, final tribulation and the Antichrist in 2 Thessalonians 2. • The 1689 Baptist Confession and the practical importance of eschatology for preaching and church life. Whether you are beginning to study the last things or reconsidering your understanding of Bible prophecy, join us for a conversation about Scripture, the advance of the gospel and the certainty of Christ’s return. GET THE BOOK The Doctrine of Last Things: An Optimistic Amillennial View by Dr. Sam Waldron. The episode announces a limited launch offer of £20 for the UK and Europe, or $20 for the USA. Check current pricing and availability: Get your copy COVENANT BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Explore CBTS JOIN US IN LONDON, 26–28 AUGUST 2027 Hear Dr. Sam Waldron at One Faith Confessed in Many Nations, celebrating 350 years of the Second London Confession of Faith. Conference details and booking Follow the Broken Wharfe podcast for more conversations on theology, books and the Christian life. If this episode helps you, share it with someone exploring the end times. Support the show Contact Broken Wharfe Tweet us @Brokenwharfe Find us on Facebook at BrokenWharfe Follow us on Instagram at BrokenWharfe Email us at info@brokenwharfe.com Thanks for listening!
