
In this lecture we explore the origin of the anti-Christ, identifying him as a man who was once on earth, is currently restrained in the bottomless pit, and will return in the end times. Despite many incorrect predictions, scripture reveals the anti-Christ as a figure emerging from the Muslim faith, distinct from popular theories.
In this lecture, we explain that the Antichrist originated from immoral unions between rebel angels and human women during Noah's time. These unions produced hybrid, immortal beings who were cast into the bottomless pit by God. The Antichrist and the false prophet are among these beings, destined to be released and fulfil God's purposes on Earth.
This lecture explains that the anti-Christ, empowered by Satan, will believe himself superior due to his supernatural abilities, ruthlessly destroying opposition, especially targeting Jews and Christians. Influenced by Satan, ten Islamic state leaders will unite under the anti-Christ, mistakenly believing him to be the prophesied al-Mahdi.
The anti-Christ, being part angel and immortal, will claim to be God by sitting in God's temple and demanding worship. He will target saints who resist him, and both he and the false prophet, as superior beings, will view themselves—and be seen by others—as gods on earth.
This course offers an in-depth exploration of the scriptural references and prophecies concerning the anti-Christ, his origins, and his role in the end times. Students will examine the Apostle John’s identification of the anti-Christ, his various titles such as the son of perdition and the lawless one, and the supernatural nature attributed to him due to his part-angelic heritage. The course will also delve into the eschatological significance of the anti-Christ, including his return to earth, his alliance with global leaders influenced by Satan, and his ultimate confrontation with the Lord Jesus at the battle of Armageddon. Special attention will be given to the anti-Christ's demand for worship and his persecution of the saints, as well as the implications of his perceived divinity among men. Through a detailed study of these themes, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the anti-Christ’s role within the broader narrative of Christian eschatology.
This course is meant for all audiences. No previous theological study is required or expected, for it is intended to give a basic understanding of what the bible says about the subject of the person of the anti-Christ.
Michael Maher will lecture from the bible, to walk the student through this subject. As a supplementary resource, this course can be taken in tandem with reading Michael Maher’s book, Reign of the anti-Christ.
I trust the material and the dialogue with other students will be encouraging and enlightening.