Prophecy and End Times | Core Podcast Ep. 11

How should Christians think about prophecy and the end times, and why should these conversations produce hope instead of fear?

In the final episode of the Core Podcast, Pastor Luke Bilberry sits down with Pastor Andrew Honeycutt and Ramsay Smith to continue Sunday's conversation on prophecy, biblical end times, and the return of Jesus. Rather than fueling speculation or fear, this conversation centers on the confidence believers can have because God has always been faithful to fulfill His promises.

Together, they unpack what the Bible means by prophecy, the difference between foretelling and forthtelling, and why understanding God's redemptive plan throughout Scripture helps us approach the future with hope instead of anxiety. They also discuss how Chapel Pointe approaches conversations about end times, explaining the difference between core doctrine, distinctive doctrine, and personal preferences.

As the conversation unfolds, you'll hear why studying prophecy isn't about predicting timelines or winning debates—it's about knowing Jesus more deeply and living on mission until He returns. Whether you've spent years studying Revelation or you've avoided the topic altogether, this episode offers biblical clarity, practical encouragement, and a renewed vision of the hope every Christian has in Jesus.

In this episode:

• Why the purpose of prophecy is to point people toward God's redemptive work
• How to distinguish between core doctrines, distinctive doctrines, and personal preferences
• Why Revelation was written to encourage believers, not leave them living in fear
• Chapel Pointe's understanding of the rapture, tribulation, and Christ's return
• What promises every believer can confidently hope in
• Why studying prophecy should deepen our worship, strengthen our faith, and fuel the Great Commission
• How Christians can have gracious conversations about topics that faithful believers may disagree on

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About this Podcast
This podcast is an 11-week companion to the Core Series at Chapel Pointe Church. Through deep theological conversations with our pastors, our goal is to help you build a deeper understanding of the core truths of Christianity and apply them to your life.

From the Bible and Jesus to salvation and the church, our prayer is that you don't just grow in knowledge but that you gain a deeper appreciation for the love, grace, and movement of God in your life. Visit chapel-pointe.org/core-series for a full list of resources, including sermons, discussion guides, and more.

Timestamps
00:00 Welcome

02:10 Prophecy Basics Explained

03:40 Foretelling vs Forthtelling

07:37 Prophecy as Encouragement

09:06 Common End Times Fears

11:28 Core vs Distinctives

13:40 Chapel Pointe’s End Times View

19:57 Why It Matters Today

24:54 Promises to Hold Onto

27:18 Community and Closing Charge

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

The 8 Great Debates of Bible Prophecy: Understanding the Ongoing Controversies by Ron Rhodes — https://a.co/d/0bDoWxZx