Insight for Living Daily Broadcast “. . . Like a Thief in the Night”, Part 1
Mar 26, 2026
Explores the human itch to know the future and why prophecy fascinates us. Examines different meanings of end-time phrases and the contrast between comforting hope and sudden judgment. Warns against date-setting and highlights the surprise of the coming day of the Lord. Uses modern illustrations to show the shock of unexpected events.
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Day Of The Lord Comes Unexpectedly
- The day of the Lord arrives unexpectedly like a thief in the night while people say peace and safety.
- Paul contrasts this with believers who are 'sons of light' and thus will not be overtaken by sudden destruction.
Working Under Dwight Pentecost After Seminary
- Chuck recounts working as assistant to Dwight Pentecost at the Little Church in North Dallas after seminary.
- He admired Pentecost's handling of prophecy and used that training to form a balanced approach.
Prophecy Draws Crowds More Than Love Sermons
- Chuck observed that prophetic sermons fill churches while sermons on Jesus' lordship draw smaller crowds.
- He quotes Dr. Pentecost's concern that sensational prophecy attracts more people than sermons on love and mercy.