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Introduction: The rise of Amillennialism once again and a response from a pre-millennialist.

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As church leaders, our core values should express what we stand for, not merely what we reject. When a ministry describes its beliefs only in terms of what it “will not” embrace, little clarity is offered to those sincerely seeking to understand what is actually affirmed. If a reader visits a church or school hoping to learn its eschatological position, a list of negations will not provide the insight they need.

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I am deeply familiar with the eight core values in question—what I call “the eight I-will-nots.” As a former student and graduate of this school, I find it disappointing that such an important doctrinal category is represented only in the negative. This is especially surprising given the school’s statement that “our view of the end times can be a deciding factor in how we live our lives.” On that point, I wholeheartedly agree.

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Let me also say, from the outset, that my time at this school remains one of the greatest spiritual experiences of my life. The leadership I worked with had a level of love, humility, and genuine care I have rarely encountered elsewhere. Their sincerity, passion, and devotion to Christ left a lasting impact on me.

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However, because of that respect, I feel compelled to offer a thoughtful, biblical, and historically informed critique of the eight statements presented as core eschatological values. When core beliefs are framed as what we reject rather than what we believe, the effect is often more divisive than clarifying. It can unintentionally belittle or marginalize faithful believers who hold different viewpoints—especially when humor or caricature is used to describe them (“hiding in caves,” “not caring for the planet,” etc.). While such comments may elicit laughter, they do not foster an environment for mature theological discourse.

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Those who do believe in the literal Second Coming of Christ, or who hold to a premillennial perspective, are left feeling that their views have been misrepresented or dismissed. It becomes difficult for students to feel safe enough to explore what Scripture actually teaches on the subject.

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Therefore, in the following pages, I respond to each of the eight amillennial eschatological statements—point by point. My goal is not to attack, nor to shame, but to bring clarity, Scripture, historical context, and reasoned theological thought to the conversation.

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These responses are offered with respect, conviction, and a sincere desire for the body of Christ to pursue truth together—without fear, without caricature, and without the pressure to conform to one particular viewpoint.

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Here are the eight "Core Beliefs" from one of the most prominent Bible Schools in California.

See if you can determine what they 'do' believe based on their stated 'values'.