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JD Vance says he wouldn’t be shocked if the Antichrist were alive today. So what would the Christian end times actually look like, from the Rapture and 666 to Armageddon, the Millennium and Judgment Day?

Christian 65 Comments

Are God and Allah the Same Guy?

August 25th, 2026

Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God? James Talarico revived an old debate, but the Bible, Qur’an, and centuries of theology show why Christians have answered that question in very different ways.

Political & Religious Controversy 150 Comments

"Go To Hell!" – It May Be More Difficult Than it Sounds

July 28th, 2026

A bestselling Christian author just gave up her belief in hell and called it liberating. Here's where the idea of hell actually comes from in scripture, and what Pope Francis meant by hoping it's empty.

ULC Minister Training & Education 62 Comments

Texas Just Made The Bible Mandatory Reading In Schools

June 26th, 2026

Texas just did something no state has done before, voting to require 5 million public school students to read Bible passages as mandatory curriculum. The question is whether that's education — or something else.

Political & Religious Controversy 115 Comments

What Is Jerusalem Syndrome and How Does It Work?

April 27th, 2026

Jerusalem syndrome is a rare disorder where ordinary tourists to Jerusalem suddenly believe they're religious prophets. What is it about the holy city that triggers such extreme religious episodes?

ULC Minister Training & Education 49 Comments

FEMA Official Says God Teleported Him to a Waffle House

April 7th, 2026

Gregg Phillips, a FEMA official, told a podcast audience that he once teleported to Waffle House in Rome, Georgia and that God was responsible. Is that possible? We examine the biblical case for divine transportation.

Political & Religious Controversy 38 Comments

The Dark History of Crucifixion – And Why Jesus Wasn't Alone

April 2nd, 2026

Most people know the story of Jesus on the cross. Fewer know what crucifixion actually was, what the wood was made of, or where it ended up. The history might surprise you.

ULC Minister Training & Education 27 Comments

Is This a Holy War?

March 11th, 2026

As war continues to rage in Iran, some are concerned we could be headed for another faith-inspired conflict similar to the Crusades – but this one with more advanced weapons, and potentially devastating consequences.

Political & Religious Controversy 49 Comments

Musician's Bible Sales Pitch on Live TV Triggers Backlash

February 19th, 2026

Lee Greenwood’s recent sales plug for his $60 'God Bless the USA' Bible on during a TV segment has critics crying blasphemy. When faith and capitalism collide, where should believers draw the line?

Political & Religious Controversy 55 Comments

Are Mandatory Bible Lessons Coming to Texas Classrooms?

February 5th, 2026

Texas may become the first state to mandate Bible readings in every public school classroom in what critics are calling the most direct assault yet on church-state separation. Should the Bible be mandatory reading?

Political & Religious Controversy 82 Comments

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Bible Archives - Universal Life Church Monastery Blog

Are We in the End Times?

Are We in the End Times?

Are God and Allah the Same Guy?

Are God and Allah the Same Guy?

"Go To Hell!" – It May Be More Difficult Than it Sounds

"Go To Hell!" – It May Be More Difficult Than it Sounds

Texas Just Made The Bible Mandatory Reading In Schools

Texas Just Made The Bible Mandatory Reading In Schools

What Is Jerusalem Syndrome and How Does It Work?

What Is Jerusalem Syndrome and How Does It Work?

FEMA Official Says God Teleported Him to a Waffle House

FEMA Official Says God Teleported Him to a Waffle House

The Dark History of Crucifixion – And Why Jesus Wasn't Alone

The Dark History of Crucifixion – And Why Jesus Wasn't Alone

Is This a Holy War?

Is This a Holy War?

Musician's Bible Sales Pitch on Live TV Triggers Backlash

Musician's Bible Sales Pitch on Live TV Triggers Backlash

Are Mandatory Bible Lessons Coming to Texas Classrooms?

Are Mandatory Bible Lessons Coming to Texas Classrooms?