Bible Foregrounds 1: The “Restrainer” in 2 Thessalonians 2:6-7 Many passages of Scripture have been tirelessly debated not only in light of the meaning of the words and grammar, but also in light of the historical context or “background.” However, scholars often neglect the historical “foreground”—that is, the exploration of which interpretations make the most […]
THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY RESTRAINER The Restrainer In 2 Thessalonians 2:3 the apostle Paul referred to the revelation of “that man of sin.” He indicated “that man” cannot be revealed until a restrainer, who hinders his revelation, is taken out of the way (vv. 6–8). In light of these remarks, three identifications must be addressed. […]
THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY THE RESTRAINER The biblical concept of “the Restrainer” refers to the unidentified entity or force mentioned by the Apostle Paul in his second letter to the Thessalonians. The Restrainer actively prevents “the man of lawlessness,” or the Antichrist, from being revealed until God’s appointed time. Because Paul does not explicitly […]
THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY RECONSTRUCTIONISM Christian Reconstructionism – Timeline Movement Founder Rousas John Rushdoony Time Period 1965 Description Developed from the work of Rousas John Rushdoony (1916-2001), a reformed theologian and political activist, Christian Reconstructionists believe that biblical law should apply to all aspects of society. Believing that God calls on all Christians […]
THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY RECONSTRUCTIONISM An Evaluation of Christian Reconstructionism Introduction Christian Reconstructionism (the teaching of which has been examined in survey fashion in Christian Reconstructionism and Interpretations and Beliefs) has some commendable features. For example, it has done excellent work in evaluating the devastating effects of secular humanism upon modern culture and education. In addition, […]
THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY RECONSTRUCTIONISM Christian Reconstructionism, often referred to as Reconstructionism, is a Christian ethical and political movement rooted in a specific Calvinist theology. Unlike traditional Bible dictionaries, the term does not refer to a biblical character or location but to a modern theological movement founded in the mid-20th century by Rousas […]