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check up for yourself and see what it really does teach. Don't just assume that what you have always heard and believed is the truth.
Before You Begin
This course is not just a study of the lessons we send you. The lessons are intended to show you where to look in your Bible for the verses relating to the subject under study. Therefore, you should turn to every scripture reference given in answer to the questions we ask, and carefully read these passages. This course is based on the King James Version of the Bible because it is the most widely used translation in the world today.
Although not required, writing or typing out the scripture references will help you remember what you have learned and make reviewing your lessons easier. If you decide to write out the verses, do not send us your written answers. We suggest that you keep them in a binder along with your lessons.
Many of our students also set aside a certain time every day for their study, but the specific time of day and length of time you spend in study will have to be determined by your own circumstances and/or personal preference. However, we recommend that you spend at least 30 minutes a day studying the Bible with this course.
One final word about tests. You will notice a quiz at the end of the lesson. It is a general review of the material you will cover in this lesson – an educational way to help you remember the important facts you have learned, and to check your own progress. Each lesson will contain a similar quiz. Once you're through taking the test, you simply check your answers with the correct answers at the end of this lesson, and then rate yourself. It's that easy!
Now you’re ready for this eye-opening lesson! bƒ ________________________________________ LESSON 1
What Is the "End of the World"?
1. Was Jesus ever questioned about the "end of the world" and the signs that would point to His return? Matthew 24:3.
COMMENT: The New Testament, as originally inspired by God, was written in the Greek language. The Greek word translated "world" here in Matthew 24:3 is aion, meaning AGE – not the physical planet on which we live – and so, the Revised Standard Version translated the King James expression “end of the world” as “the close of the age.”
Jesus, then, was questioned about the end of an “age” in man’s history, rather than the total destruction of the terrestrial globe we call earth.
2. How long does the Bible tell us the earth will continue to exist? Ecclesiastes 1:4.
A Time of Great Trouble
Jesus proceeded to answer the second part of the disciples’ question by giving them an outline of events to take place prior to His return to earth. We pick up the account in Matthew 24:21.