Prophecy and End Times on Rice Family Ministries

Revelation 4:1

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000

November 13, 2022

Throne in Heaven

Revelation 4:1-3

Introduction

Rev 2:1-7 - The Declining Church - Ephesus - left their first love

Rev 2:8-11 - The Dependable Church - Smyrna - No Bad, stood through persecution

Rev 2:12-17 - The Defiled Church - Pergamos - Dwelt where Satan's Seat was

Rev 2:18-29 - The Defiant Church - Thyatira - Church who allowed Jezebel to teach in the church -

Revelation 4:2

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000

November 27, 2022

Glimpse of Heaven

Revelation 4:2-11

Introduction

Last week we saw the Rapture, Throne, and the Lord sits on the throne. We noted the Priestly heritage, the Promise in the rainbow, and the Praise worthiness that the emerald represents.

The Travel (Trumpet) (1)

-Door -Christ

-Declaration -Come up

-Destiny -Condemnation to unfold

The Throne (2-7)

Description
Decree

The Tribute (8-11)

-Worship

--Seraphims

--Elders

-Worthy

I. The Travel (Rev 4:1)

A. Door (Jesus)

John 10:7 Then said Jesus unto them again, Verily, verily, I say unto you, I am the door of the sheep.

Revelation 6:1

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

January 15, 2023

Seven Seals

Revelation 6:1-2

Introduction

Let's go back, just for a moment, and refresh where we have been. Revelation 1

Rev. 1:1 ¶ The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John:

Rev. 1:4 John to the seven churches which are in Asia: Grace be unto you, and peace, from him which is, and which was, and which is to come; and from the seven Spirits which are before his throne;

Revelation 7

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

January 29, 2023

Revelation 7

Revelation 7:1-4

Introduction

We ended our last study on the sixth seal. As Chapter 7 opens, it is often referred to as a parenthetical. The idea of the seals being opened is put on pause, and this chapter now introduces us to two groups of people. So we will look at these two groups of people and make some notes of them.

Last week, I tied the group that is under the altar two this group described in chapter 7. While they may both have white robes, I do think they are two distinct groups. It does become clear that both groups are from the tribulation period. They are not to be confused with the group in heaven in Chapters 4-5 which in Revelation 5:9 are praising the Lamb because he redeemed them! - That is the saved believers that have been raptured out. This group in chapter 7, we clearly see as a group of people who have been saved during the tribulation period.

Revelation 8

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000

February 5, 2023

7th Seal & 7 Trumpets

Revelation 8:1-6

Introduction

Book of Sevens – 7 letters to the churches Rev 1-3

Remember we started looking at the 7 seals in Revelation chapter 6. The 1^st^ Seal (6:1) was that of a White horse (represented a conquering, unified, one world government) 2^nd^ Seal (6:3) – Red Horse – Nation will turn on nation in a great struggle for power. No man wants to be ruled, but all men want to rule. 3^rd^ Seal (6:5) – Black horse – that of famine which will come as a natural result of war. 4^th^ Seal (6:7) – Pale horse – Death & Hell, ¼ part of the earth (Population) 8million, 2million die! 5^th^ Seal (6:9) – Vision of the martyrs under the altar, crying for Justice. 6^th^ Seal (6:12) earthquake, darkening of moon, and sun. -

Mark 8:22 - Sight Restored

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

September 7, 2025

Sight Restored

Mark 8:22-26

Introduction

We have before us a unique passage. The blind man of Bethsaida is only given to us in the Gospel of Mark. It is therefore unique. It is further unique because it is the only miracle done in the Scripture, which is described as being done partially, or requiring two different times. I have often wondered about the meaning behind this miracle.

Revelation 9

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000

February 26, 2023

Trumpets of Torture and Death

Revelation 8:13, 9:1-12

Introduction

A reminder of where we are in the Book of Revelation. The first three chapters contain messages to the churches. Some have laid out time periods that these fit into. They also are relevant messages and perhaps even stages that any church can find itself in.

Revelation 4 – We believe the rapture takes place, we do not see any mention of the church hereafter. The scene is described as being in heaven, it is a marvelous scene of worshipping the LORD Jesus Christ.

Psalm 98

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

August 27, 2025 - Wednesday

The Plan for Praise

Psalm 98

Introduction

As I studied it, and outlined it, everything seemed so familiar, and in glancing back, I was able to see the resemblance of Psalm 95. Clearly it is in the Bible twice, and so apparently God thought we needed it twice. The outline is not the same, as the passage is not the same. There are similarities, but it’s layout is indeed unique.

Psalm 110 - The Messiah

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

January 21, 2026

The Messiah

Psalm 110:1-7

Introduction

We have a short, but a great Psalm before us.

Notice the Title: A Psalm of David

The Authorship is authenticated and further established by Jesus in Matt 22:44-45

Matthew 22:44–45 —44 The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, till I make thine enemies thy footstool? 45 If David then call him Lord, how is he his son? (Son of David)… he is God

Mark 11:1 - The Triumphal Entry

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

January 11, 2026

Triumphal Entry

Mark 11:1-6

Introduction

We are a couple of months early for Palm Sunday, but the Sunday before Easter is called Palm Sunday. It is often referred to as the triumphal entry. It was one of the only times that Jesus allowed public prominent praise of himself. Jesus certainly is worthy of worship, but he often did not allow it, and maintained a low profile as best as he could. Jesus did not come to be lifted up as King, but came as a sacrifice.

Psalm 118 - Victorious Psalm

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

May 13, 2026

Victorious Psalm

Psalm 118:1-5

Introduction

This is a victorious Psalm. Most believe David is the Psalmist, though no author is mentioned. It is a Psalm that was likely sung entering Jerusalem, singing to the Lord. It is likely written after David was established as King of Israel.

I’m really mentioning this as part of the introduction, because we have considered much of this ideas in the past, and I want to give them to you, but not focus upon them tonight.

Mark 13:1 - Olivet Discourse

Sun, 03 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

May 3, 2026

Olivet Discourse

Mark 13:1-6

Introduction

As Jesus is coming out of the temple, one of the disciples comments on the beautiful building that the temple is. Jesus then prophetically told them of the overthrow of the temple. Once they arrived on the Mount of Olives. The questions came, “When shall these things be?” “What shall be the signs when all these things shall be fulfilled?” The Olivet Discourse is recorded with more detail in Matthew 24-25. It also appears in Luke 21:5-36.

Mark 14:1 - Defining Actions

Sun, 17 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

May 17, 2026

Defining Actions

Mark 14:1-9

Introduction

Last week we looked at the Olivet Discourse. Jesus had just gone through the end times with the disciples on the mount of Olives. We literally could spend weeks on that chapter, but let’s move on through the Gospel of Mark as we continue. We are drawing to the close of the Gospel of Mark. Mark 14 is the longest chapter, and is the beginning of the end, Jesus death, burial and resurrection.

Mark 14:12 - The Passover

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

June 7, 2026

Jesus Celebrates Passover

Mark 14:12-17

Introduction

We left off last time with Judas already going to the chief priests and conspiring to betray Jesus. In his mind he had already decided this was the path to take. There was still time to turn around, he had not actually done it, only committed to doing it. We find the disciples after that in one of the most close knit, intimate times, when the disciples are with Jesus for one of the last times. Every one of them is gathered.

Mark 15:1 - Jesus before Pilate

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

August 16, 2026

Jesus before Pilate

Mark 15:1

Introduction

We are up to the day of the crucifixion of Jesus. He has spent most of the night in trial before the religious leaders, and was beaten, mocked, and kept in holding cell until the morning. The Jews lived under Roman rule.

That would be like the Amish are a society, culture, and religion, but they are under the rule of the US Government, and specifically under the rule of Ohio in our state.

Revelation 20

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

July 9, 2023

The Millennial Reign & Judgement

Revelation 20:1-3

Introduction

The Millennial reign of Jesus Christ, is a literal 1000 year reign of Jesus on the Earth! The Old Testament foretells of this, and this is literally what the Jews expected when Jesus came the first time. They didn't understand his coming as a lowly Lamb of God to take away the sins of the World.

I. The Restricting of Satan (Rev 20:1-3)

A. Angel - Authority

1. The key - (authority)

The keys are kept by Jesus Christ himself!

Rev. 1:18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.

Revelation 22

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

July 23, 2023

The Closing

Revelation 22:1-5

Introduction

We have arrived at the final chapter of Revelation. We started our series on July 24, 2022. So it has taken us exactly one year to get through the book of Revelation on Sunday nights. In one year, we have only heard 35 messages on the book of Revelation. We took a little more time in the first three chapters, then we took one chapter per service. Through the series, I hope it has been educational, exhorting, and encouraging to you.

Order of Events

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

July 20, 2025

Order of Events

Introduction

God didn’t see fit to give us one clear passage that defines clearly the timeline to the end times. We therefore must put our hand to the plow and

2Tim. 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

The end times are much like puzzle pieces scattered throughout the Bible, and we must gather them together and assemble the puzzle. Some pieces are easily recognizable, and it becomes clear. My goal tonight is not to give you the entirety of the puzzle, but to put enough of the edge pieces together, that you can figure out the picture. We are only looking at the end times, with concern of what the Bible calls the church. This church, will not be assembled until it is called out, and assembled in heaven.

Forgiven yet Accountable

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

June 15, 2025

Forgiven yet Accountable

Introduction

Question:

If we repent and make known our sins to God, then we are forgiven, do we still pay for those sins at the judgement seat (when we pass away)? Such as fornication, blasphemy, etc.?

This is a great question.

In order to understand this, we must clearly define some things. So let’s take a look at Scripture, and find out what the Bible says.