The Antichrist: An Underworld Spirit

Hang around Christians long enough, listen to sermons long enough, or pick up just about any prophecy book sitting on the bookstore shelves, and you’re gonna hear about this dude called The Antichrist- an end-times world ruler who takes control in the last days.  And he’s referenced all throughout the Bible. The Old Testament has 33 names for him; the New Testament has at least 13. Daniel calls him the little horn. Revelation calls him the Beast. And I and II John call him the Antichrist. This guy carries more ID cards than Jason Bourne.  **I John 2:18 tells us (NKJV)** **Little children, it is the last hour; and as you have heard that the Antichrist is coming…** In the end times, in the apocalypse, this man will appear and dominate the world. But wait, there’s more to that verse. It continues: **…even now many antichrists have come…** Well what is that talking about? It gets even more confusing when you throw in **I John 4:3** **every spirit that does not confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is not of God. And this is the spirit of the Antichrist, which you have heard was coming, and is now already in the world.** OK, so wait: is the Antichrist a man or a spirit? Is he coming, or is he already here? And if he is here- what do we do about him? I find this to be weird, and I’d like to explore why it’s in the Bible.  Turn to I John 2, and let’s get weird. —— If you do want to know more about hell, check out my interview with Megan Medick on Uncommon Sense right here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-sense-with-meagan-medick/id1884935580?i=1000777122024 Sign up for the weekly newsletter! Get additional insights and Bible study tips for unpacking strange things in scripture. Enter your email here: https://weirdstuffinthebible.beehiiv.com/ Check out the website! www.weirdstuffinthebible.com Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:55 - Who is the Antichrist? 4:55 - The Spirit of the Antichrist 11:25 - The Beast out of the Sea 15:50 - Leviathan the Twisting Serpent 19:00 - A Spirit of Chaos 22:30 - Defeating the Antichrist Today 24:45 - Next Time & Closing Thoughts Visit the Weird Stuff store! https://luketaylorpodcasts.creator-spring.com You can also find a list of past newsletters at that same link so you never have to miss one. If you want to get in touch, my email is weirdstuffinthebible@gmail.com Hosted by Luke Taylor If you’re intrigued by strange Bible stories, uncovering Bible mysteries, or learning about unusual biblical teachings, this podcast is for you! Dive deep into weird Bible facts, biblical controversies, and the supernatural in the Bible, while exploring the hidden stories of the Bible you may have never heard. Get a fresh perspective as we explain the Bible in ways that challenge the norm and uncover the unexpected. I’m so glad you’re here- don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE so that you never miss an episode!