Middle of Seven Years “F“
Prophecy students are seeking answers to how the three periods of 1,260, 1,290, and 1,335 days start their count within the first and second 3.5 years of the Tribulation. This question is answered in the Scripture.
Editor: There are several ways to cross-check this. I will focus on the significance of Matthew 24:15, which marks the start of the Great Tribulation leading to the Second Coming. It mentions that the “last generation will witness the signs in Matthew 24 and some will be alive to see Jesus arrive before the Last Trump. Another crucial event within the seven years of Tribulation is related to the actions of the Father and Jesus. Understanding the instructions given to Moses during the construction of the Temple at Mt. Sinai will provide insight into the prophetic events that will unfold in heaven. These events are significant for the current generation. The first verse sets the stage for understanding the Book of Daniel, which many mistakenly see as solely a historical book. The first prophecy in Daniel explains the message God wanted to convey to a king and it is intended for the latter days. It was not written for the later years. Looking ahead, I aim to comprehend the events of the latter days. Additionally, in Daniel 8’s prophecy, Gabriel tells Daniel that the 2300 days are appointed for the time of the end (Daniel 8:17, 19).
Important Key Texts:
Daniel 2:28 But there is a God in heaven that revealeth secrets, and maketh known to the king Nebuchadnezzar what shall be in the latter days. Thy dream, and the visions of thy head upon thy bed, are these;
In King Nebuchadnezzar’s first dream, Daniel was called to explain to the king that God was showing him what will take place in the latter days. This key statement and my study of the prophet Daniel have helped me understand that these dreams, stories, and visions hold historical value. However, the critical understanding is that all these written events are to take place in the latter days. When I see the word “days” in the text, I interpret it as literal days. Similarly, when I see “years,” I interpret it as years. If that approach doesn’t work, I may consider whether a day represents a year or even if a day stands for 1,000 years. We can’t do this alone; the Spirit of Truth and angel messengers are sent to help lead us to the truth. Anyone interested in prophecy is a believer. Prophecy was not given to unbelievers; they have no interest. A careful read of 1 Corinthians Chapter 14 will show you the instructions given to believers on how to share prophecy in an orderly worship service.
Editor: Daniel 12:1,7; Above we see 1,260 days of trouble or tribulation.
Daniel 12:1 And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince which stands for the children of thy people: and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation even to that same time: and at that time thy people shall be delivered, every one that shall be found written in the book.
Dan 12:7 And I heard the man clothed in linen, which was upon the waters of the river, when he held up his right hand and his left hand unto heaven, and sware by him that liveth for ever that it shall be for a time, times, and an half; and when he shall have accomplished to scatter the power of the holy people, all these things shall be finished.
After reviewing all the evidence and analyzing texts with similar or nearly identical wording, it became clear to me that Daniel 12 refers to the latter days. This aligns with Matthew 24:14, which states that the end will come after the Gospel has been preached to the entire world. The initiation of the Great Tribulation is indicated by Matthew 14:15, which corresponds to the prophetic event described in Daniel 12:1. Additionally, this event aligns with Revelation 7:14 and Revelation 11:1-6, as well as the Beast power mentioned in Revelation 13:5. The periods of 3.5 years and 42 months are equivalent to 1,260 days. It’s important to note that I have not found a way to convert 42 months into any other unit of time.
Prophecy students generally agree that in prophecy, a “time” equals one year, “times” equals two years, and “half” equals 6 months. So, 1 year + 2 years + 6 months equals 3.5 years of this “time of trouble”. In prophecy, a year is always considered to be 360 days and nights long. When we divide 360 days by 12 months, each month is 30 days and nights. Therefore, 3.5 years equals 42 months, or 1,260 days and nights. To equate this to Seven Years, we simply double the 3.5, which equals 7 years; it is also 84 months and is 2,520 days and nights. This understanding will become important when we consider the 2300-day Prophecy in Daniel 8 and the 70th-week Prophecy of Daniel 9, as they fit into Seven Years and end on the same date.
Dan 9:27 And he shall confirm the covenant with many for one week: and in the midst of the week he shall cause the sacrifice and the oblation to cease, and for the overspreading of abominations he shall make it desolate, even until the consummation, and that determined shall be poured upon the desolate.
Editor: The verse above, has two significant events directly related to the Seven Years of Tribulation.
1. The 144,000 are sealed with the Seal of God on their foreheads and are under a covenant of protection for an upcoming worldwide disaster. They will endure the first 3.5 years and the last 3.5 years of the Great Tribulation, with the promise of protection, food, and water. They will be taken to heaven without experiencing death. In Revelation 12:14-17, they are referred to as the “women.” In Revelation 7:9-17, John sees two different groups around the Throne of God in a vision of heaven. The person from heaven speaking to John explains that the group in white robes, distinct from the rest, went through the Great Tribulation and will serve God in the Temple. The New Jerusalem is not the Temple, and Revelation 21 points out that there is no Temple in the Holy City. John is being told that the 144,000 will serve in the Temple. It’s unclear whether the Great Multitude will also serve in the Temple. John heard in this vision that these events are future and will occur after the Second Coming, if I apply the full context.
2. In the New Jerusalem’s Sanctuary, where the Father and Jesus are sitting side by side (Rev 3:21; Rev 22:1-3), it is the time for the Gospel to the Gentiles. Jesus opened the door and allowed our prayers to come up to the Father’s Throne, and no man can shut it (Rev 3:7). Will the Gospel to the Gentiles end? Yes! In Matthew 24:14, we read that when the Gospel has been given to the whole world, “then shall the end come” (Matt 24:14). All the signs before Matthew 24:15 point to events that will take place during the last generation before the last 3.5 years begin. Between Matt 24:14 and 24:15 is the middle of the Seven Years of Tribulation. From Matt 24:15, it begins when the man of sin or Antichrist stands up when Jesus breaks the first Seal, and we read what was written on that Scroll at Rev 6:1-2. We see the counterfeit on a white horse wanting all the World to worship him and follow the last Roman Empire, which will act as a King over all Nations. He is the final Antichrist who fulfills the final prophecy given in Daniel and fulfills the events written in Matt 24:15-26.
Dan 11:31 And arms shall stand on his part, and they shall pollute the sanctuary of strength, and shall take away the daily sacrifice, and they shall place the abomination that maketh desolate.
Editor: Once again, we read “abomination that maketh desolate.” In this verse, we see that the “daily sacrifice” will stop. All these verses keep my focus on the middle of the Seven Years, which will begin the Great Tribulation after the Father and Jesus are in the Temple’s Most Holy.
Dan 12:11 And from the time that the daily sacrifice shall be taken away, and the abomination that maketh desolate set up, there shall be a thousand two hundred and ninety days.
The daily sacrifice symbolizes Jesus’ work in heaven for sins we may not be aware of, and Jesus is also our Passover Lamb for the sins we confess. Jesus’ work will be interrupted in the middle of a seven-year period, and then a countdown of 1,260, 1,290, and 1,335 days begins. This countdown includes 1,260 days of the Great Tribulation, plus an additional 30 days, totaling 1,290 days. The timeline is illustrated on the chart, starting at “E” and ending at “L.”
Dan 12:12 Blessed is he that waiteth, and cometh to the thousand three hundred and five and thirty days.
Editor: Daniel 12:12 has been a crucial text in unlocking this Prophecy Study. I used the same method for Daniel 12:11 and to set the 1,335 days. The count of 1,260 begins at “F” and ends at “H.” The count of 1,290 begins at “F” and ends at “R” which added 30 days following the Great Tribulation or Great Time of Trouble. We need to add 45 more days to come to 1,334th day for Daniel 12:12. If you want to jump ahead and read Lev. 23:39 you will read that the Great Harvest of the Seventh biblical month must be gathered in by for the 15th of the Seventh month. The 15th begins the departure with Jesus/Yeshua on a Great Cloud and the Bridegroom and Bride will fulfill the Hebrew Seven Day Honeymoon we find in the story of Jacob and Leah. ““ I will explain how these appointed times fall on a calendar’s exact dates and appointed months. These prophecies bring us to the biblical Seven Month, I was surprised at how perfectly the appointed times and the different elements agreed and were in complete unity, without adding or taking away from the literal words in the texts. We can see the full picture when every puzzle comes together and finds its place. Dear readers, the biblical Seven Month that you will learn about in this study has critical prophetic events at the time of the end. You will be satisfied and happy to see what the Scriptures have given us.
Daniel 7:8 I considered the horns, and, behold, there came up among them another little horn, before whom there were three of the first horns plucked up by the roots: and, behold, in this horn were eyes like the eyes of man, and a mouth speaking great things.
The Almighty Father Moves & Reigns In Temple’s Most Holy
After studying the letters to the seven assemblies in Asia Minor in Revelation chapters 2 and 3, we will notice important passages from these letters highlighted throughout our study. John describes what he saw and heard, setting the stage for the final 3.5 years of the Great Tribulation. In Revelation 4:1, John sees another open door (Revelation 3:8) and is called up to see and hear what is relevant for today. We all agree that the Father and Jesus were seated together on the Father’s Throne when he returned to heaven (Revelation 3:21). However, in this instance, Jesus is standing while only the Father is sitting. Is there another passage in the Scriptures that supports the idea that they moved from one location to another? Yes, consider Daniel 7.
Daniel 7:9-14 Father and Jesus Move to Temple’s Most Holy
Next Daniel 7:9
Dan 7:9 I beheld till the thrones were cast down, and the Ancient of days did sit, whose garment was white as snow, and the hair of his head like the pure wool: his throne was like the fiery flame, and his wheels as burning fire.
In a world with a “One World Government,” all the nations on Earth must pledge allegiance to the United Nations and its rules of laws and treaties. Without all the governments giving up their power (thrones), there can’t be a “New World Order” with a One World Government that all the world adheres to. When the man of sin stands up in the Holy place in Jerusalem, Israel, all we need to understand is that when Jesus breaks the first Seals of the Scroll, it signifies that the man on the white horse is the Antichrist who will take control of all nations. This is the beginning of the last 3.5 years of Great Tribulation.
Next Daniel 7:10
Dan 7:10 A fiery stream issued and came forth from before him: thousand thousands ministered unto him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him: the judgment was set, and the books were opened.
Editor: Understanding these prophecies pertain to the latter days, close to Jesus’s return, rather than centuries ago. Prophecy may contain multiple stories that serve as reminders to both the generation at that time and to us, emphasizing that the final fulfillment of the prophecies in Daniel applies to the latter days, not later years. This is especially relevant while the Gospel door remains open for individuals to find salvation. It is important to contemplate the activities of the Father and Jesus in the Heavenly Sanctuary in the New Jerusalem. There, they are seated side by side on the Father’s Throne. Jesus intercedes for us, asking the Judge for forgiveness on our behalf for transgressing His laws. A time will come when every individual on Earth has made the decision for either life or death. Once the last person has received and embraced eternal life, the Gospel to the Gentiles will close, the door of salvation will be shut, and no one will be able to open it (Rev 3:7). There will no longer be a courtroom setting, as the Almighty Father will have departed from His Throne and will be on His way to the Most Holy place in the Temple to take His seat. In Revelation 5, we can observe that the translators utilized the term “book” in the King James version, while in Daniel 7:10, they used the term “books.” Moreover, in the Most Holy place, we learn that a single scroll (book) comprising seven different sealed scrolls is seen in the hand of the Father, with each seal representing a different events and punishments upon the world. In Daniel, reference is made to seven scrolls, which was translated as books in the King James.
The legal system in America can help us understand what has take place and what will take place in Heaven that will affect those living upon the Earth in these last days. After a man is found guilty of a serious crime, he is sent back to jail, and the judge needs to decide what judgment or sentence will be handed down to the guilty person. The judge considers the law and the punishment for breaking the law; then the Judge brings the man back into the courtroom to announce the judgment or punishment. In the same way, imagine a dual Throne where Father and Jesus sit side by side in the sanctuary courtroom sitting side by side, where every living person is on trial. When a person dies, of their name is in the Book of Life they are invited to the wedding supper and citizenship a New World Order without sin or death. If they are not in the Book of Life that will be raised back to life after the 7th 1,000 years and face the White Throne judgment and the Lake of Fire that will burn up the wicked, and also the earth will be cleansed by fire and made new. In the latter days, when the final generation is living on Earth, every living person will see the Gospel Door Shut for Salvation and no man will open it. They will be the Bride who are the overcome all sin, or by forgiven and part of the wedding guests. Those not in the Book of Life are found guilty and will die during the Tribulation or during the Seven Last Plagues, or at the Second Coming. Then those not saved will be have a second death after the 7th 1,000 years. The judge will decided the judgment upon the guilty and recorded it on seven sealed scrolls , which will be unsealed by Jesus in the Most Holy. The word “Books” really refers to a single roll of scrolls that the Almighty Father and Judge hands to Jesus in Revelation chapter 5. Today, millions of Christians belive all the Seals have been fulfilled and expect the next event is seeing Jesus coming in the eastern sky. Jesus will take those seven sealed scrolls and, as mentioned in Rev 6, and begins to break each seal. The following two verses confirm that these events will take place at the time of the end.
Next Daniel 7:11
Dan 7:11 I beheld then because of the voice of the great words which the horn spake: I beheld even till the beast was slain, and his body destroyed, and given to the burning flame.
In the Book of Revelation, it is prophesied that during the Great Tribulation period, the man of sin and the Great City where he rules will be destroyed by fire. The Beast and 10 Kings will gather all the Nation’s military power to make war against Jesus when he arrives. However, the Father will instill hatred for the Beast in the hearts of the 10 Kings, leading to the unexpected destruction of the Great City and the Antichrist who stands in the Holy place in Jerusalem. This will occur after the evil spirits of the Dragon go into the Ten Kings, prompting them to gather for the war of Armageddon north of Jerusalem.
Next Daniel 7:12
Dan 7:12 As concerning the rest of the beasts, they had their dominion taken away: yet their lives were prolonged for a season and time.
The Son of Man Is Given Dominion
The Ten Kings were given power for a limited time—just one hour, which is symbolized by 30 dates between 1,260 and 1,290. It is said that on the 1,290th date, the Great City will be destroyed and burned. However, the power of the 10 Kings and the other Beasts (representing nations) will be taken away. Even though they will still be alive, they will be in the north of Jerusalem, waiting for Jesus to return. There is a belief that they will make an effort to attack and destroy what some people consider to be an Alien Invasion. This idea has been discussed in military and government circles since 2023. I point this out to emphasize that when the Father and Jesus move to the Temple’s Most Holy, it had not happened before 1900 AD or 2000 AD. Although we are not in the Great Tribulation in 2020, many people, including myself, believe that the signs indicate that the man of sin has been at work but has not yet been revealed by standing up in the Holy place in Jerusalem.
Next Daniel 13-14 Jesus is flown to join the Father in the Temple’s Most Holy
Dan 7:13 I saw in the night visions, and, behold, one like the Son of man came with the clouds of heaven, and came to the Ancient of days, and they brought him near before him.
Dan 7:14 And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed.
The text is discussing Jesus leaving the Father’s Throne in the New Jerusalem and being flown on a cloud chariot to join his Father in the Temple’s Most Holy. In Revelation 5, it is mentioned that Jesus arrives and stands before the Father’s Throne in the Most Holy. The text emphasizes that Jesus’ work in the Most Holy is a continuous event during the Great Tribulation, unlike the annual one-day event for Israel’s High Priests in the Earthly Temple. As the High Priest, Jesus will stand in the Most Holy for the entire 1,260 days and nights of the Great Tribulation. The importance of fulfilling every prophecy exactly on time, without forgetting any detail, is also stressed. This is supported by the understanding provided in verses 13 and 14.
Daniel 7:25 Is Packed with Information
Daniel 7:25 And he shall speak great words against the most High, and shall wear out the saints of the most High, and think to change times and laws: and they shall be given into his hand until a time and times and the dividing of time.
Editor: In the initial 3.5 years of tribulation, individuals who hold deep devotion to God and adhere to the teachings of Jesus have faced escalating animosity from numerous groups within the United States and various other nations across the world and have seen the same hatred on the increase. Additionally, there is a noticeable surge in hostility toward the Land of Israel. This attitude stems from the increasing influence of evil spirits associated with the Dragon and pagan humanity dwelling on earth. This passage points to the final 3.5 years of the Great Tribulation.
Today, very few people seem to have any interest in prophecy, which is the second most crucial gift that the Spirit bestows upon an assembly. We are called to be watchmen, to cry out, and to keep the body informed about what is happening and what we should expect in the near future. The gifts given to those who worship in the Father’s House of Prayer should not be ignored. Are they being ignored today? You can read 1 Corinthians chapters 12, 13, and 14 to see for yourself. I need to examine myself and strive to do and be the best I can be; only the Holy Spirit can produce anything good in us and through us.
Next Study is the 3.5 Years of Great Tribualtion