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The Bible makes amazing predictions about the future, some which have already occurred and some to take place in the future. Read more about how the Bible has shown itself to be a reliable forecaster
What is the interpretation of the parable of two eagles and a vine in Ezekiel 17?
Ezekiel 17 This chapter presents the parable of the two eagles and a vine (Ezekiel 17: 1-10), God’s judgment upon Jerusalem for revolting from Babylon to Egypt (Ezekiel 17: 11-21),…
What is the prophecy of Elam?
The prophecy of Elam The prophets Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel all write judgments against Elam. But the Prophet Jeremiah especially gives a prophecy about the fate of the ancient nations…
What is the prophecy of the famine in Amos 8?
The prophecy of the famine The prophet Amos under inspiration wrote, “Behold, the days are coming,” says the Lord God, “that I will send a famine on the land, not…
Who was the prophet Hosea in the Bible?
Hosea The prophet Hosea authored the book that bears his name. He was the first of the twelve Minor Prophets, so called, not because their works were less significant than…
What is the gift of prophecy?
The gifts of the Spirit The gift of prophecy is one of the gifts of the Spirit. Paul wrote, “But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one…
What is a type and a shadow in the Bible?
People often wonder: what is a type and a shadow? A type, shadow, pattern, or figure is a prophetic foretelling of future events. God has inspired His prophets to give…
What are the eight visions of Zechariah?
Background The series of the eight visions of Zechariah are found in chapters 1:7 to 6:8. They present a linked prophetic description setting forth the plan of God for the…
Did the Israelites spend 400 years in Egypt?
400 years in Egypt “And he said unto Abram, Know of a surety that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs, and shall serve them; and…
Isn’t the Jews returning to Israel a fulfillment of Bible prophecy?
Aliyah is the immigration of Jews returning to Israel from the diaspora. This first began in the late 1800s up until after World War II when Israel was founded. Since…
During the siege of Jerusalem, did Israelites actually eat their children?
The siege of Jerusalem God knows the future. He knows the outcomes of our choices and in His goodness He promises blessings under His protection. But He also knows that…