Understanding The Tribulation | Pastor Kevin Poage

In this week’s Bible study, Pastor Kevin continues our journey through the book of Luke with a focus on chapter 21 and a powerful teaching on the Tribulation. From historical context to prophetic insight, Pastor Kevin walks us through the timeline of biblical prophecy—from the fall of the first temple to modern-day Israel—and unpacks what Scripture says about the tribulation, the great tribulation, and the signs of the end times. This study pulls from Luke, Matthew 24, Daniel, and Revelation to provide clarity on what believers can expect and how God’s Word speaks into our present and future.

Whether you're new to Bible prophecy or have studied it for years, this message will challenge you to think deeply, stay scripturally grounded, and stay alert to the times we’re living in.

📌 Key Takeaways:

1. Three Levels of Tribulation – Pastor Kevin outlines the biblical distinction between general tribulation (trouble), the Tribulation (first 3.5 years), and the Great Tribulation (final 3.5 years), as described in John 16:33 and Matthew 24:21.

2. Israel’s Timeline and Prophetic Fulfillment – A comprehensive look at Israel’s history, including wars, dispersions, and reestablishment as a nation, highlights how biblical prophecy is unfolding in real-time.

3. Biblical Signs of the End Times – Key prophetic indicators include the rise of deception, global unrest, and the future desecration of the temple—pointing to a coming tribulation that will be unlike anything the world has ever seen.