Michael Penfold outlines the three groups with whom God deals providentially in history: Israel, the Church and the nations. The Jews are the physical descendants of Abraham (Ethnic Israel), Gentiles (nations) are non-Jews, and the Church is the body of Christ, composed of all believers from Pentecost (Acts 2) to the pre-tribulation rapture. Readings: 1 Cor 10:32, Acts 17:22-31. (Recorded in Parkview Gospel Hall, Winnipeg, MB, Canada in January 2026) Israel the Church and the Nations – Handout Complete series…
Michael Penfold explains how Christians should interpret prophetic passages in the Bible, especially those that use figurative language. He discusses the 4 major interpretive eschatological models: preterism, historicism, futurism and idealism, and then asks, “How can we decide which view is correct?” He explains that we should interpret contextually, historically, grammatically, consistently and literally. Listen out for some interesting information about Charlie Kirk. Readings: Rev 1:19, 4:1. (Recorded in Parkview Gospel Hall, Winnipeg, MB, Canada on 21st Dec 2025) Complete…
Michael Penfold opens an 8-part series of sermons on future events (eschatology) by looking at God’s plan for the ages. From the beginning of time to the end of the world, God has divided history into ages/dispensations. These form a framework for implementing his eternal purpose. 4 questions: What are the dispensations/ages? Why do they exist? How do you get 7? Where do they end? (Readings: Luke 16:1-2, Eph 1:9-12, 3:8-12, Heb 9:26. (Recorded in Parkview Gospel Hall, Winnipeg, MB,…
