Pastor Byron examines Matthew 24, known as the Olivet Discourse, to address a fundamental question about biblical interpretation: Is Jesus speaking primarily to Israel or to the church? He tackles controversial passages that are often misunderstood—including the fig tree parable, the “days of Noah,” and the “one taken, one left” verses—to clarify what they actually reveal about Christ’s second coming and the end times. This message explores why proper interpretation matters, whether the rapture is mentioned in this passage, and what role Israel plays in the prophetic timeline. Byron also addresses the debate over pre-tribulation versus post-tribulation rapture, providing biblical evidence for understanding these critical end-times events.

In this message, Pastor Byron explores the connection between Israel and biblical prophecy, specifically examining Israel’s role in the tribulation period. He discusses how the 144,000 Jewish evangelists described in Revelation 7 will spark a worldwide revival, explains the historical parallel of Antiochus Epiphanes as a foreshadowing of the coming Antichrist, and encourages listeners that God’s sovereign plan cannot be thwarted—offering comfort for both prophetic understanding and personal faith during uncertain times.

Pastor Byron continues a new series on Israel and Prophecy by asking a foundational question: Does God keep His promises? He examines the major biblical covenants God made with Israel—the Abrahamic, Mosaic, Land, Davidic, and New Covenants—to determine whether they are conditional or unconditional, and whether many remain unfulfilled. This message addresses the critical debate over whether the church has replaced Israel in God’s plan or if God still has unfinished business with the Jewish nation. Byron explores what these ancient covenants reveal about God’s character, His faithfulness, and the implications for how believers today should view Israel and understand biblical prophecy.

In this first message of the series “Israel in Prophecy”, Pastor Byron explores the biblical covenants God made with Israel, examining whether these ancient promises are conditional or unconditional and what they mean for Israel’s future. He addresses a crucial theological question: Has the church replaced Israel in God’s plan, or do these covenant promises still apply to the Jewish nation today? This message lays important groundwork for understanding biblical prophecy and demonstrates why God’s faithfulness to His promises with Israel matters for believers today.