Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 24:14 – Did Jesus Predict the End of the World During His Disciples' Lifetime? (Part 1 of 3)

Episode 287 launches a three-part investigation into one of the most significant skeptical challenges to Christianity: Did Jesus wrongly predict that the end would come during His disciples' lifetime? Host Lance Smith presents the strongest version of the skeptical case, examining passages such as Matthew 10:23, Matthew 24:14, Matthew 24:34, and Mark 9:1, along with the arguments of critics including Bart Ehrman and Tim O'Neill. Rather than offering quick answers, Lance lays the groundwork for a careful, context-driven study that asks whether these passages all refer to the same event—or to different events in redemptive history. The first episode sets the stage for the series by defining the questions, surveying the competing interpretations, and explaining why context is essential before deciding whether Jesus made a failed prophecy. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith  The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: [email protected]  Skeptic’s Annotated Bible – “When will the end of the world come?” https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/contra/end.html  Ehrman, Bart D. Is Jesus Recorded as a Failed Apocalypticist? https://ehrmanproject.com/is-jesus-recorded-as-a-failed-apocalypticist O'Neill, Tim. "Jesus the Apocalyptic Prophet." History for Atheists. https://historyforatheists.com/2018/12/jesus-apocalyptic-prophet/ "Bible Prophecy: What Matthew 24 Tells Us About 'The End.'" Grace Communion International. https://www.gci.org/articles/what-matthew-24-tells-us-about-the-end/