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Is Your Church In The Bible?

A fundamental question every believer must ask is whether or not what he or she believes and practices is in the Bible. The word of God is the only source of knowing God’s will for us. In it He has “given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness” (2 Pet. 1:3). The Bible is the truth (Jn. 17:17). So, anything not authorized by the Bible is not truth, but error.

I realize regarding “your church” that it is not actually your church, unless, of course, you founded it. What is meant by “your church” is the religious body of which you are a member, the church with which you identify.

 So, is your church in the Bible? If not, can you really have confidence that it is approved by God and something of which you should be a part?

Try to find the name of these denominations in the Bible.

  • Seventh-Day Adventist
  • Baptist
  • Methodist
  • Presbyterian
  • Pentecostal
  • Lutheran
  • Episcopal
  • Roman Catholic

If it cannot be found, does that give you pause? Does it indicate that there is a lack of Bible authority for such an organization?

And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him (Col. 3:18).

If anyone speaks, let him speak as the oracles of God (1 Pet. 4:11).

Whoever transgresses and does not abide in the doctrine of Christ does not have God. He who abides in the doctrine of Christ has both the Father and the Son. If anyone comes to you and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into your house nor greet him; for he who greets him shares in his evil deeds (2 John 9-11).

Does History Make It Right?

There is a long history with some religious groups. Many denominations trace their roots back to the 1500s or 1600s. Roman Catholicism can be identifiably traced to the 7th century with various developments leading to it going back to the 3rd and 4th centuries. Islam was founded about 1300 years ago. Judaism goes back to about 1400 BC.

Just because something has been practiced a long time or the organization or movement goes back for centuries or even millennia, does not mean it is of God.

The apostles warned against falling for traditions.

“Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ” (Col. 2:8).

Paul was worried that the Galatians having left the pagan traditions would veer off into the error of the circumcision (Gal. 4:8-11). In other words, the Christian in the region of Galatia had practiced idolatry for many generations before hearing the gospel of Christ. Their long-standing tradition was wrong.

The history of something does not make it right.

Do Numbers Make It Right?

Some argue a thing is right religiously if it is “working” or “growing.” Their measure is by accounting, not accountability to God’s word.

For instance, if a local church grows from 75 members to 300 in a couple of years, it is deemed “God is working” and it must be right. Or if a denominational body is successful at adding folks or congregations to their roll, then it must be the Holy Spirit moving among them.

If numbers are a sign of God’s approval, then does He endorse Islam, Buddhism, or Hinduism? The latter two have about 1 billion adherents, the former is estimated to have 1.6 billion. This does not make them right, just popular.

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Church Tax Enforced

Germany is a socialist country. It has as strong central government that limits the freedom of its citizens and businesses much more than in our nation. A German court has now weighed-in for the Roman Catholic Church. German citizens who are registered Catholics must pay a 9 percent surcharge on their income taxes or be kicked out of the Catholic church. In other words, the government strong-arms German Catholics into giving 9 percent of their income to the Roman Church, which amounts to over $5 billion annually (see the story).

To those of us in the US, this sounds crazy, especially in light of what the Bible teaches. Giving is to be voluntary, as you purpose in your heart, not as the government determines (2 Cor. 9:6, 7). This is just one example of corruption in Roman Catholicism and highlights the fact it is not the Church of the Bible.

It also reminds us of one of the main reasons this nation was founded and why it attracts so many people from around the world to this day: religious freedom. Though many of us see our religious freedom eroding and there is no doubt it is under attack, at least we are not to the point of a government-enforced religious tax.

Finally, this shows the need to teach people the Bible and the requisite to get back to the Bible. Throw away all the changes men have made, whether in Roman Catholicism, Denominationalism, or in any other way, simply speaking as the oracles of God (1 Pet. 4:11).

Entertainment VS. Enlightenment

Various forms of entertainment are offered by many churches. The entertainment ranges from skits and plays, to bands on stage, to games and sporting activities. Such things are offered to draw you in. After you are in, a little religion is sprinkled in to make you feel good.

The Bible gives a different picture of churches. They drew people in by offering one thing, the gospel (Acts 6:7; 16:4-5; 1 Thes. 1:7-9). This was not done in the form of entertainment. No plays were performed by Peter or Paul. Rather, they, like Philip and others, taught people “the things concerning the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ.” As a result, “men and women were baptized” (Acts 8:12).  In other words, the people were enlightened with the truth and obeyed it (cf. Eph. 1:18).

Entertainment amuses your mind, while enlightenment enriches your soul. God gave the gospel as His power unto salvation, not plays and pageants (Rom. 1:16). Jesus said men are drawn to Him by being taught, not amused (Jn. 6:44-45).

What does your church do; entertain or enlighten? Are you being entertained to death—spiritual death? It is time churches give up gimmicks and get serious about religion. They need to forsake their worldly practices and get back to the Bible. If you agree, give us a call or visit our services.

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Note: In this material, the term “pastor” is used in its common usage; a leader of a denominational church. It is not used in the biblical sense as outlined and illustrated in the New Testament (Acts 20:17-32; 1 Pet. 5:1-4; 1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).

5. Some Believers Will Burn In Hell

Not all believers are saved; shocking, but true.

The easy and obvious example is the demons. They believe in Jesus as the Holy One of God, but are doomed to eternal torment (Mk. 1:23, 24). Their failing is lack of submission to the Lord.

Other lost believers include those who work iniquity. Jesus said,

Not everyone who says to Me, “Lord, Lord,” shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. Many will say to Me in that day, “Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?” And then I will declare to them, “I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness (Matt. 7:21-23).

This means some who are religious, diligent in their labors, and believe in Jesus as Lord will not go to heaven. The Lord will reject them. Why? Because they worked “lawlessness.” That is, they did not do the will of the Father in heaven. They did not listen to Him. They did not follow His Word, where His will is found (1 Cor. 2:7-13). This includes people who use instrumental music in worship, practice the social gospel, or pervert the plan of salvation. The typical denominational pastor will not say a peep about this.

Other believers are identified by the Holy Spirit as falling short of the glory of God.

Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God (Jn. 12:42, 43).

To place the praise of men above the praise of God is sinful. Paul said if we seek to please men above pleasing Christ, we are not His servants (Gal. 1:10). If you are not a servant of Christ, you are not going to heaven. It is that simple. Still, pastors will not tell you this.

Another category of believers who will burn in hell include the immoral. Paul gives various lists of sins throughout his inspired writings. One such list is found in Galatians 5:19-21. Among the sins he enumerates are fornication, idolatry, sorcery, jealousies, envy, drunkenness and so on. Remember, he is writing the “churches of Galatia” (Gal. 1:2). He is not writing heathens. Thus, he said saints involved in the works of the flesh “will not inherit the kingdom of God” (Gal. 5:21). In other words, they will burn in hell.

Why will many denominational pastors not tell you this? One reason may be they are afraid of running people off. After all, it is a nice, easy message to teach people just to believe and everything will be all right. If their numbers fall, so will their popularity, prestige, and, often, pay check.

What can we learn from all of this?

First, we must not think that belief alone saves. It doesn’t. We are also to confess that believe before men (Rom. 10:9-13). We are to repent and be baptized to have the remission of sins (Acts 2:38).

Second, once we are saved, we are not always saved. We can believe for a while and then fall away (Lk. 8:13). We may still believe Jesus is the Christ, but be lost.

Third, whether it is the demons or other believers, those who will burn in hell are those who do not submit to the will of God. They follow their own desires. They chafe under the gospel of Christ and want to live in the ways of the world.

The average denominational pastor will not deal with these issues. He is blinded by tradition and the doctrines of men. He is more of a hindrance than help.

It is up to each of us to examine what men say in light of the inspired, inerrant Word of God (Acts 17:11). If we do not, any faith we have is really not our own, but that borrowed from another. Therefore, let us diligently study God’s Word.

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Note: In this material, the term “pastor” is used in its common usage; a leader of a denominational church. It is not used in the biblical sense as outlined and illustrated in the New Testament (Acts 20:17-32; 1 Pet. 5:1-4; 1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).

4. Faith Alone Will Not Save You.

There are certain standard passages a typical denominational pastor will employ to prove that salvation is by faith alone. They include, but are not limited to:

For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast (Eph. 2:8-9).

Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household (Acts 16:31).

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life (John 3:16).

At first glance many people are persuaded that these passages do, indeed, teach salvation by faith alone. However, when they are examined in light of other passages and in context, it is readily apparent that salvation by faith alone is a pernicious lie.

Whenever studying any subject, all scriptures relevant to the issue must be considered. For instance, if we were to take Galatians 6:10 by itself, we would think it mandatory to help every single person who asked for or needed help. However, when we also consider 2 Thessalonians 3:10, “For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: If anyone will not work, neither shall he eat,” we know the command to help others is limited. It is limited to those who cannot help themselves or are in temporary need. The one who can work but does not, is not to be helped at any time.

On the matter of salvation, we need to consider all that the New Testament teaches. Yes, faith is required. Without faith it is impossible to please God and any subsequent service is vain (Heb. 11:6). Yet, faith alone does not save.

James makes the point that faith must be coupled to action, or works. “Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead” (Jas. 2:17). “Faith by itself” is faith alone. Hence, the inspired writer says that faith alone is a dead faith, not a living faith.

He continued to drive the point home in 2:24, “You see then that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only.” The only thing the Bible says about “faith only” salvation is that it is “NOT by faith only.”

There are some examples of those who had faith in the Lord, but were not saved. First, the example James gives is the demons (Jas. 2:19). They believed in God, but were not saved. They even confessed Jesus as the Christ (Mk. 1:23, 24). They were not saved because their belief did not lead them to obedience. Rather, they lived in rebellion.

Another example is found in John 12:42, 43.

Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.

That these men believed cannot be denied; the Spirit says they believed. That they were lost cannot be denied either. No man can place the praise of men above the praise of God and be saved. When this happens, a man is not the servant of Christ (Gal. 1:10). Who will argue that one can be a servant of Christ while seeking to please men above Him?

Salvation, then, requires more than belief in Jesus.

On the day of Pentecost, Peter established Jesus as the Christ (Acts 2:16-36). Many in the audience were convicted and asked, “Men and brethren, what shall we do?” (Acts 2:37). Peter’s response was, “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit” (Acts 2:38). If all humanity were standing before Peter that day, would he have given a different command? No. We know, therefore, that all believers are to repent and be baptized for the remission of sins; for salvation.

We also know from the New Testament that we must confess Jesus as the Christ.

That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the Scripture says, “Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame.” For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him. For “whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved” (Rom. 10:9-13).

Jesus will not confess us before the Father if we do not confess Him before men (Lk. 12:8, 9). Yes, there is a certain aspect of this confession that involves daily living. However, as in Romans 10 there is a verbal confession that is made with the mouth. An example of this being done is in the conversion of the Ethiopian. After Philip preached Jesus to him, they came to some water (Acts 8:35, 36). The Eunuch asked Philip what hindered him from being baptized. Philip told him he had to believe in Jesus. At this, the Eunuch confessed Jesus as the Christ and was promptly baptized (Acts 8:37, 38). This is a biblical example of belief, confession, and baptism.

The Bible also records the conversion of Saul of Tarsus. He was on his way to Damascus to arrest Christians and drag them back to Jerusalem (Acts 9:1, 2). The Lord appeared to him on the road (Acts 9:3-9). In the conversation it is apparent that Saul believed Jesus is the Christ. He said, “Lord, what do You want me to do?” (Acts 9:6). Will anyone deny Saul believed in Jesus at this point?

When Saul went into Damascus, he was penitent and praying (Acts 9:9, 11). No doubt, he was deeply grieved over the knowledge he had been fighting the Lord and persecuting the true children of God. We have no record of his prayers in this period, but it does not seem a far stretch to imagine his humility and petitioning of mercy before God’s throne. Nevertheless, at this point he was a believing, penitent, praying man.

Later in his life Paul recalls the events of the day when Ananias came to him. When Ananias arrived, he said to Paul, “And now why are you waiting? Arise and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on the name of the Lord” (Acts 22:16). A believing, penitent, praying man was told to get up and be baptized to have his sins washed away. This does not fit the mold of denominational preaching. Pastors will not tell a man to do this. The typical pastor of today would have told Paul that he was saved on the road when he believed and could rejoice because his sins were already forgiven. The Lord’s chosen messenger, however, told him to get up and have his sins washed away in baptism.

We see, then, that salvation is not by faith only. The average pastor will claim it is. He would never tell you salvation is NOT by faith only. Yet, that is exactly what the Holy Spirit revealed in many passages and specifically so stated in James 2:24. To whom shall we listen?

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Note: In this material, the term “pastor” is used in its common usage; a leader of a denominational church. It is not used in the biblical sense as outlined and illustrated in the New Testament (Acts 20:17-32; 1 Pet. 5:1-4; 1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).

3. Denominations Are Not The New Testament Church of Christ.

Have you ever heard a pastor admit this? Fact is, he probably doesn’t understand the concept very well. He may think his church is a “New Testament” church. He sees himself as a Christian, not Jew or something else. He would emphatically claim allegiance to Christ. However, when examined in light of the New Testament, the church he leads will fall far short of the Church of Christ.

Name. Most churches have names that are not found in the New Testament. Men chosen different ways of describing themselves, to distinguish themselves from others. For instance, those who followed Marin Luther called themselves Lutherans to distinguish themselves from Roman Catholics and let people know what they believed. Baptist called themselves such to let all know that baptism was integral to being a member of their church; namely adult baptism as opposed to those who sprinkled infants. Presbyterians are named after their form of church government, which distinguishes them from Methodists. All of these names and designations for the church are not found in the New Testament. They are extra-biblical; the doctrines of men (Matt. 15:7-9).

The Church in the New Testament is described in various ways, any of which is scriptural to use today. God’s people are collectively (universally and congregationally) known as the church (Acts 2:47; Matt. 18:17), the church of God (1 Cor. 1:2), the church(es) of Christ (Rom. 16:16), the body of Christ (Eph. 4:17), the kingdom (Col. 1:13, 18; Matt. 13:13), the house of God (1 Tim. 3:15). Each of these names describes a different relationship the church maintains. The church is merely those called out of the world, when attached to God or Christ it shows to whom the church belongs. The body describes a needed relationship between the various parts of the body and also submission to the Head’s direction (Eph. 1:22, 23; 4:4). The kingdom shows a governmental organization, a monarchy specifically, with rights for its citizens. House tells us the church is a family too with God as the Father and Jesus as the elder Brother (Heb. 2:11-14).

We know the names found in the New Testament are scriptural and pleasing to God, for He gave them. Those invented and used by men are without divine inspiration. They assume a place of authority that God has not given. A pastor will not teach this.

Note: Sometimes a church is designated by its location and/or those who are part of it (1 Thes. 1:1; Col. 4:16; Rev. 2:1; 3:14). This is never intended to be an official name where people in Rome would call themselves the church of Ephesus.

Organization/leadership. Generally, denominations have one man leading the local church. This is true even if their national or international organization is headed by a council. The typical leader in a church is a “pastor.” He is the minister and overseer of the work. There may be boards, but everyone knows who leads the church.

The Bible reveals something dramatically different. In the New Testament there is always a plurality of leaders in a local congregation. These men are variously described as elders (presbyter), bishops (overseers), or pastors (shepherds). There were “elders” at the church in Ephesus who were to “shepherd” (pastor) the flock of God among them (Acts 20:17, 28). These men who were elders had to meet certain qualifications to serve in the office and were also known as bishops (Titus 1:5-9; 1 Tim. 3:1-7). Again, there was always a plurality (2 or more) serving in local churches (Phil. 1:1; 1 Pet. 5:1-4; Acts 20:17). These terms were never used as titles, but merely descriptions of their duties or sphere of labor.

Today, men serve as the “Pastor.” Many love the important sounding titles, which are contrary to Jesus’ teaching (Matt. 23:2-12). They often lack the qualifications given by the Holy Spirit (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:7-9). Many are single men, when the Bible says they must be married with believing children. When they serve as the leader, they violate the scriptural principle of multiple leaders.

Also worthy of notice is the fact that an elder/pastor is distinct from a preacher/evangelist (Eph. 4:11). They are two different duties. One oversees the local church, the other serves as a teacher. Some of their labors may overlap, but nevertheless, they are different “offices.” Your average pastor will not acknowledge this.

Worship. Nearly all churches have forgotten worship is directed by God. He has revealed His will on the matter and not left it to man. The Holy Spirit guided the apostles and prophets into all truth (Jn. 16:13). There was not a truth they did not receive in New Testament times that we do not have today, and vice versa. Since the close of the New Testament near 100 AD, there has been no new revelation. Hence, all we know about God’s will for worship is in the New Testament of Jesus Christ; recorded and preserved for all generations.

The gospel reveals the saints engaged in five activities in their assemblies. They studied revelation, gave of their material possessions, observed the Lord’s supper, prayed, and sang songs (Acts 2:42; Eph. 5:19). Let’s break it down. The “apostles’ doctrine” of Acts 2:42 is the teaching/studying done by the congregation. This is the preaching part of the worship (Acts 20:7). The “fellowship” of Acts 2 is the giving on the first day of the week, which was often used to help saints in need (1 Cor. 16:1, 2; Acts 4:32-37; 6:1-6). The churches also commemorated the Lord’s death, burial, and resurrection with the unleavened bread and fruit of the vine (Matt. 26:17, 26-29; 1 Cor. 11:23-26). They did this on the first day of the week in the assembly (Acts 20:7). They prayed frequently (Acts 12:5). Saints also sang in the assembly (Eph. 5:19; Col. 3:16). This was a simultaneous, reciprocal activity—a congregational activity, not a choir activity. They taught and admonished one another in this manner.

The typical pastor will go beyond what is revealed and direct a church in using instrumental music and incorporating multiple forms of entertainment into a worship service. He is leading the church outside the doctrine of Christ, and is therefore corrupting their worship (2 Jn. 9; Matt. 15:7-9).

If the typical church is not following the New Testament teaching of what a church is in name, organization, or worship, then it is not a New Testament church. It does not belong to Christ. Rather, it is a product of the traditions of men. Pastor help perpetuate this, leading people beyond and away from the doctrine of Christ (2 Jn. 9). Such ought to be rejected; embracing the New Testament as the sole guide for the church (2 Jn. 10, 11; Col. 3:17).

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Note: In this material, the term “pastor” is used in its common usage; a leader of a denominational church. It is not used in the biblical sense as outlined and illustrated in the New Testament (Acts 20:17-32; 1 Pet. 5:1-4; 1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).

2. Jesus Will Not Rule On Earth For 1,000 Years. The overwhelming majority of denominations teach that Jesus will establish His kingdom on earth and reign for 1,000 years. The typical pastor will tell you at some point in the future there will be a rapture in which the righteous will be taken to heaven. Following this, there will be seven years of tribulation on earth when people get a second chance to receive Christ. At the end of the tribulation, Jesus will return with the righteous taken in the rapture, gather them with the tribulation saints, and establish His throne in Jerusalem. This is called Premillennialism and it has only one problem. It is utterly false.

There is too much in Premillennialism to answer in just one article. Thus, we will stick to some of the bigger points.

Neither the word nor the concept of the “rapture” is in the Bible. It is true the saints, both living and dead, will be taken with Jesus to heaven when He returns (1 Thes. 4:13-17). Note that these will remain with Him in heaven forever (1 Thes. 4:17). There will not be any returns to earth seven years later. Too, when the righteous are raised, the dead will be too; Jesus said the same hour. “Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming in which all who are in the graves will hear His voice, and come forth—those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of condemnation” (Jn. 5:28, 29). It also seems anti-biblical to teach that saints will go to heaven for seven years then return to earth for 1,000, and then go back to heaven for eternity. Something is wrong with that picture.

Connected to the Premillennial concept of the rapture and tribulation is that Jesus’ return will be invisible, but there will be signs indicating it is near. The return of Christ will be both visible and audible (Acts 1:11; 1 Thes. 4:16). A text used in support of “signs” of His return is Matthew 24. There the disciples commented to Jesus about the temple and He told them it would be destroyed (Matt. 24:1, 2). A little later they asked Him about it. They thought they were asking one question, when they were actually asking two. They said, “[1] When will these things be? And [2] what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” (Matt. 24:3). They could not conceive of the temple being destroyed unless it was the end of the world and Judgment.

In answering these questions, Jesus explained there will two different events. First, there would be the destruction of Jerusalem (Matt. 24:4-35). He warned them to watch for signs leading up to this so they could escape the tribulation of those days (Matt. 24:15-21). This tribulation is not worldwide, but tied to Judea. “Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains” (Matt. 24:16). If it was worldwide, no escape would be possible. They are also told to pray that their escape is not on the Sabbath. Why? Because the gates of Jerusalem would be shut on the Sabbath.

Some raise the issue of Jesus coming on the clouds in verse 30. This is similar to the language in Isaiah 19:1, when God is described as judging Egypt. It is prophetic language. In Matthew 24:4-35, Jesus is talking about God judging Israel generally and Jerusalem specifically.

In Matthew 24:36, Jesus makes it clear that no one knows when “that day” will occur; only God. This is where He answers the question about the end of the age, the Judgment. It will be like in the days of Noah when there were no signs (Matt. 24:37-39). The only warning people were given was that a judgment, the flood, was coming. This is all the warning we are given. We are to simply be ready at all times, “for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect” (Matt. 24:44). How can Jesus speak of the same event by saying watch for the signs (Matt. 24:15) and there is no way to tell when it will happen (Matt. 24:36)? He is either contradicting Himself (which He is not), or He is speaking of two different occasions (which He is).

As for one being taken and the other left, Premillennial pastors say that is the rapture, when people will all of a sudden disappear and those left on earth will wonder what happened (Matt. 24:40, 41). This actually fits right in with 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17. When Jesus comes back in final judgment, only the righteous will be “taken up” with Him to heaven. The unrighteous will be banished to hell. There is a separation on the last day. That is all Matthew 24:40, 41 is describing.

Finally, Jesus has already established His kingdom. Peter preached that when Jesus was raised, He was raised to sit on David’s throne (Acts 2:22-31). He is now “Lord and Christ” (Acts 2:36). He is “King of kings” (1 Tim. 6:15). There are citizens in the kingdom, having been conveyed there by God (Col. 1:13).

There is no way Jesus will have an earthly kingdom, reigning on David’s literal throne in the city of Jerusalem. Jeremiah prophesied no more descendents of Coniah would sit on David’s throne in Jerusalem (Jer. 22:30). Jesus is a descending of Coniah, also known as Jeconiah (Matt. 1:11). Hence, He cannot rule on David’s throne in Jerusalem without breaking Jeremiah’s inspired prophecy.

When Pilate asked Jesus about being a king, He said, “My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, My servants would fight, so that I should not be delivered to the Jews; but now My kingdom is not from here” (Jn. 18:36). Jesus’ kingdom is spiritual, not physical. The battle fought by and for Him is not carnal, but spiritual (2 Cor. 10:3-5). It is a cheap perversion of the Son’s kingdom to say it will be on earth; physical, carnal, worldly. If that is what He wanted, He would have done it the first time.

Much, much more could be said about the errors of Premillennialism. Pastors push it and people believe it. It contradicts the Word of God. Therefore, we must reject it.