🔹 When Will the World End? (Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs)
Many people wonder when the world will end, what biblical prophecy says, and whether we are in the end times. The Bible provides signs and warnings, but it also makes it clear that no one knows the exact time except God alone.
1. Does the Bible Say When the World Will End?
📖 Matthew 24:36 (NIV) – “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” ✔ The Bible teaches that only God knows the exact time of the end.
✔ Jesus Himself said that the day and hour are unknown.
✔ Speculating on exact dates goes against biblical teaching.
2. What Are the Signs of the End Times?
📖 Matthew 24:6-8 (NIV) – “You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of birth pains.”
✔ Wars and global conflicts.
✔ Natural disasters, famines, and plagues.
✔ Increased wickedness and moral decline.
✔ Persecution of Christians and believers.
✔ Rise of false prophets and false Christs.
✔ The spread of the Gospel worldwide (Matthew 24:14).
3. What Events Will Happen Before the End?
✔ The Rapture (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17) – Believers will be caught up to meet Christ.
✔ The Tribulation (Daniel 9:27, Revelation 6-18) – A seven-year period of great suffering.
✔ The Rise of the Antichrist (2 Thessalonians 2:3-4) – A world leader will deceive many.
✔ The Second Coming of Christ (Revelation 19:11-16) – Jesus returns to defeat evil.
✔ The Millennial Reign (Revelation 20:4-6) – A 1,000-year reign of Christ on earth.
✔ The Final Judgment (Revelation 20:11-15) – God judges all people.
✔ New Heaven and New Earth (Revelation 21:1-4) – Eternal paradise for believers.
4. What About Predictions of the World Ending?
✔ Many people have falsely predicted the end of the world.
✔ Jehovah’s Witnesses, Harold Camping, Mayan Calendar (2012), and others have been wrong.
✔ Jesus warned against false prophecies and date setting (Matthew 24:24).
5. Should Christians Be Afraid of the End Times?
📖 John 16:33 (NIV) – “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” ✔ Believers should not fear, because God is in control.
✔ The end times mean the return of Jesus and the fulfillment of God’s promises.
✔ We are called to stay faithful, watchful, and spiritually prepared.
6. What Should We Do to Prepare for the End Times?
✔ Accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior (John 3:16).
✔ Stay faithful in prayer and the Word of God (1 Thessalonians 5:17).
✔ Live a righteous and holy life (1 Peter 1:15-16).
✔ Spread the Gospel to others (Matthew 28:19-20).
✔ Trust in God’s plan and not be deceived (2 Timothy 3:13-14).
🔹 Conclusion
- The Bible makes it clear that no one knows the exact time of the end.
- There are signs of the end times, but we must not live in fear.
- Jesus is returning, and believers should stay faithful and prepared.
🚀 Key Takeaway: Instead of fearing the end, we should focus on growing in faith, sharing the Gospel, and trusting God’s plan. 🙏
