P.1
THE DISCOURSE ON THE MOUNT OF OLIVES (Lesson one)
Prophecy Regarding The Destruction Of The Temple
Matthew 24:1-28 (724); Also Mark 13:1-23; Luke 21:5-24
Introduction
A. Jesus delivered this discourse the week of His crucifixion.
B. There are several views of interpretation. Examples:
C. Mattthew 24:1-3
I. Verse 3
A. Two views regarding the number of questions: 1) two; 2) three.
1. My understanding is that the four apostles asked Jesus about the
destruction of the temple (Vv1-2) and His return (John 16:7,16 (795).
B. First question: V3a _____________________________________________
1. The temple was being renovated by Herod the Great. Was completed
in 64 AD.
2. Jesus had talked with scribes, Pharisees and hypocrites. Matt. 23:29-39.
3. Jesus made comments about the temple to His disciples. V2
C. As He sat on the Mount of Olives, Peter, Andrew, James and John asked
V3a __________________________________________________________
II. Jesus responded with His prophecy. VV4-28
A. Warnings:
deceptions. Vv4-5
wars. V6
military conflicts. V7
natural disasters. Vv7-8
persecutions. Vv9-10
other signs. Vv11-13
Gospel preached to all world. V14; Colossians 1:5,6,23 (870)
abomination of desolation. V15; Daniel 9:26-27 (660); Dan. 11:31; Lk.21:20
B. What were the people to do? Luke 21:20-24 (774); Matthew 24:15-22
C. Remember that four of the apostles asked Jesus about His return?
1. It would not _________ at the destruction of the temple. Vv23-28.
2. The coming of Jesus will be like a ________ of lightening across the sky.
