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Spurgeon, Darby, and Israel: Why Biography Is a Poor Substitute for Biblical Interpretation
Before using biography to settle theological debates about Israel and prophecy, we need to ask a better question: What does Scripture actually teach? This article examines Spurgeon’s own words, historical context, and why biography is a poor substitute for biblical interpretation. When Polemics Replace Precision Recent social-media posts by a sitting U.S. Senator have sought to discredit dispensational theology by attacking a few of its historical figures—most notably John Ne

Brent Madaris
2 days ago9 min read


Who is the Woman of Revelation 17?
In recent years, a troubling trend has surfaced: some claim that “the woman” in Revelation 17–18 is Israel, using that as a pretext for antisemitic rhetoric. This is not only theologically unsound, but dangerously misleading.

Brent Madaris
Nov 7, 202514 min read


Covenant or Dispensation? The Battle for Biblical Consistency and Israel’s Future
In my previous article, The Scofield Controversy: The Rapture and the Resurgence of Reformed Revisionism, I addressed the rising hostility toward dispensationalism, the suspicion cast upon C. I. Scofield, and the growing anti-Israel sentiment among certain corners of modern theology. The discussion clearly struck a nerve. The controversy surrounding Scofield is not merely historical—it represents a deeper, ongoing debate about how we interpret Scripture, how we understand Isr

Brent Madaris
Oct 21, 20257 min read


Why Christians Should Bless the Jewish People: Recovering a Biblical Perspective in an Age of Rising Antisemitism
Antisemitism is rising again—even among those who claim Christ. But the Bible is clear: God’s covenant with Abraham has not expired, and His love for Israel endures. Christians are called to bless what God has blessed, pray for the peace of Jerusalem, and stand against the tide of hatred with truth and grace.

Brent Madaris
Oct 17, 20256 min read


Understanding Israel and the Church Today: Paul’s Perspective on God’s People and the Covenants That Still Stand
In today’s Christian world, confusion abounds regarding the Jewish people, the promises of God, and the Church’s role in redemptive history. On one extreme, some claim that Israel has no continuing significance in God’s plan; on the other, some insist that all ethnic Jews are automatically part of God’s covenant people. Both positions are errors.

Brent Madaris
Oct 8, 20258 min read


Be Strong Until He Comes: Living in the Light of Christ’s Appearing
In the opening verses of his letter, the Apostle Peter encourages believers facing trials and temptations, urging them to remain...

Brent Madaris
Nov 5, 20244 min read


Understanding the Various Approaches to the Timelines of Judgment in the Book of Revelation
The timing of the Seal, Trumpet, Thunder and Bowl judgments in the book of Revelation is a topic of significant debate among Bible...

Brent Madaris
Oct 8, 20243 min read


Unveiling the New Covenant: To Whom, When, and Where Does it Apply?
Definition / Description of Terms “Covenant” Lemma - בְּרִית - The Word “covenant” in Jeremiah 31:31 is a noun which means “a contractual...

Brent Madaris
Sep 6, 20245 min read


The Impact of the Coming Messiah!
Daniel 9:24 24 Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people and upon thy holy city, to finish the transgression, and to make an end of...

Brent Madaris
Jul 26, 20223 min read
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