Ancient Antiochene
Mysteries
“The
Antiochene Golden Age Mystery.”
By presbyter Eric William King (January 27th
2025)
Many Christians believe that there will be some kind of “Great Revival”
right before the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. This would mean that thousands,
millions would start to come to Jesus Christ for salvation and the answers to
life. It would seem strange to the world - but a miracle for Christians. Does
the Bible teach that this will happen?
The Bible actually seems to teach the opposite, especially when we begin to
examine eschatology [“study of
prophecy” – the word first appeared in 1844] texts and apocalyptic
references. However, God can do what He wants. Some people have found
Scriptures to back up either side. “The Ancient
Antiochene Church of God” teaches that the true Church will actually
shrink before the harpotzo
(rapture). This does not mean that the “Christian Nations” will not
receive a special time of prosperity before it’s all over.
There are Scriptures that some of our presbyters have studied
throughout the years which suggest the possibility of a “Golden Age” happening – God’s last “outpour
of mercy.” Those who study here may be familiar with the Davidic Covenant,
a covenant which is unconditional and given by God to ancient King David. The
prophet Isaiah reveals in ch.4 that “seven women” only want to be
“called” by God’s name, but they want to do their own thing. They represent the
Seven Churches [those claiming to be, “the Bride of Christ”] of Christianity,
throughout time, that Jesus Gives counsel to in the “Book of Revelation”.
It states that a time comes when ALL SEVEN COUNSELS will have been given,
and understood by few, then “…the Branch of the LORD will be beautiful.”
(Isaiah 4:2). This Branch comprises those true Christians who accept the
counsel to the Seven Churches. Jesus is the “vine”, we are the “branches”.
Jesus is the ultimate BRANCH from the “root of David”. (Isaiah 11:1) True
Christians may prosper during this time, while the Seventh
Counsel to the Church of Laodicea
is being proclaimed. If Christians heed the seventh counsel, along with
all the rest, perhaps great blessings will come. Perhaps even a nation that
“returns to the LORD” can receive a “Golden Age” of prosperity, this could even
be witnessed by the Church, before the “catching away”.
God promises:
“If that nation against which I have spoken turns from
its evil, I will relent concerning the calamity I planned to bring it.” ~
Jeremiah 18:8
“The prophets prophesy falsely, And the priest’s rule on their own
authority; And my people love it so! But what will you do at the end of it
all?” ~ Jeremiah 5:31
Perhaps the idea of a blessed Golden Age is a possible “conditional”
reality. In other words, if we return to the LORD, then we will
experience a Golden Age. We are not to “add” to God’s word:
If there is truly “no real peace” we as Christians shouldn’t pretend that
there is “peace” - when there really is no “peace”. God warns;
“They have also healed the hurt of my people slightly, Saying, “Peace,
peace!” When there is no peace.” ~ Jeremiah 5:31
“Do not add to His words, Or He will reprove you, and you
will be proved a liar.” ~ Proverbs 30:6
We certainly pray for a “Golden Age” for the sake of our grandchildren and
the rest of our family and friends. If God still has “elect” to call
in, time will always proceed for the Christian Church.
Let all true Christians pray for, “peace on Earth, and Good Will to All.”
This is most certainly true.
Eric William King (January 27th 2025) (From Part Six of Eric's original series: "Ancient Antiochene Mysteries.")
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