Pastor Lindsey of Hal Lindsey Ministries is a popular Bible prophecy teacher and author of The Late Great Planet Earth.
Born November 23, 1929 he is an American evangelist and Christian writer. Harold Lee "Hal" Lindsey is also a graduate of the Dallas Theological Seminary.
He is a prominent Christian Zionist and dispensationalist author and expresses this theology in his writings.
Hal Lindsey Ministries currently is located in the Palm Springs area of Southern California.
Hal, the son of Percy Lacy Lindsey and Daisy Lee Freeman Lindsey, was born in Houston, Texas. Lindsey dropped out of the University of Houston to serve in the Korean War, then worked as a Mississippi River tugboat captain.
His personal web site describes that when "his first marriage broke up, he contemplated suicide, but instead found a Gideon New Testament and was converted. Lindsey became an avid reader of Scripture, particularly prophetic sections, which convinced him that the Bible was truly the Word of God."
Hal Lindsey entered Dallas Theological Seminary in 1958
with the help of Lt. Col. Robert Thieme, pastor of Berachah Church in Houston, which Lindsey had attended. He studied with John F. Walvoord, author of the 1974 best-seller Armageddon, Oil, and the Middle East Crisis and graduated with a degree in theology.
With his second wife, Jan, he worked with Campus Crusade for Christ and continued with them until 1969. Hal then helped a mission in Southern California which continued until 1976. During this period, in 1969, Hal wrote his first book, The Late, Great Planet Earth. This was the beginning of Hal Lindsey Ministries.
Published in 1970 by Zondervan, The Late, Great Planet Earth became one of the best selling works of non-fiction in that decade. Coming on the heels of the Six-Day War, the book fueled the popularity of Dispensationalism and its support of ethnic Jews as the "chosen people of God".
It has since been published in 54 languages, has reported sales of over thirty-five million copies, and is still in print. Many of Lindsey's later writings are sequels or revisions and extensions of his first book.
Hal Lindsey Ministries hosts' International Intelligence Briefing
on the Trinity Broadcasting Network and Pastor Lindsey serves on the executive board of Christian Voice (USA).
Lindsey also promotes theories regarding either the USSR or the European Union being the home of the Antichrist and describes liberals as an "enemy that hides in the shadows, doesn't play by any of the rules, and is determined to use any means to bring about our literal annihilation."
The International Intelligence Briefing of Hal Lindsey Ministries was removed from the air on TBN for the entire month of December 2005. Lindsey claimed that this was because "some at the network apparently feel that [his] message is too pro-Israel and too anti-Muslim." TBN owner Paul Crouch however contended that "TBN has never been and is not now against Israel and the Jewish people."
Crouch said that Lindsey's show was preempted for Christmas programming. Lindsey countered that this was the first time his show had been preempted for the entire month of December. TBN later admitted that a secondary reason for preempting the show was that it "placed Arabs in a negative light."
Hal Lindsey Ministries resigned from TBN
on January 1, 2006 and pursued another television ministry. His new program, The Hal Lindsey Report, is focused on Bible prophecy and current events, and is carried on the Angel One and DayStar networks. In January, 2007, Lindsey announced that Hal Lindsey Ministries would be returning to the TBN network. The Hal Lindsey Report, is airing on TBN, this time under his own financing.
In The Late, Great Planet Earth, Lindsey wrote that he had concluded, since there was no apparent mention of the United States of America in the books of Daniel or Revelation, that the USA would no longer be a major player on the geopolitical stage by the time the tribulations of the end times arrived.
Lindsey also interpreted from Revelations and prophetic texts that the European Economic Community, which preceded the
European Union, was destined (according to Biblical prophecy) to become a "United States of Europe", with ten members, which in turn he says is destined to become a "Revived Roman Empire" ruled by the Antichrist. The European Union now has 27 members.
A later book, bearing the title The 1980s: Countdown to Armageddon, implied that the battle of Armageddon would take place in the not too distant future. Lindsey's earlier predictions all assumed that the Cold War would continue indefinitely, and had eschatological significance; he explicitly identified the former Soviet Union with the apocalyptic figure of Gog.
He also assumed that the 1960s counterculture would eventually become the dominant culture, and become the source of prophesied "immorality" that would lead to the establishment of a false religion.
Hal Lindsey stated that the end days would be
the generation that sees the establishment of Israel, which was in 1948, as shown in Matthew 24:34: "Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled." A 'Generation' is sometimes interpreted as 30 or 40 years, but "shall not pass" can refer to the deaths of the last members of the generation of 1948, which would be in the mid 21st century.
Hal Lindsey Ministries has always covered current events and national and international issues from a Biblical and prophecy-based perspective.
The impact of The Late Great Planet Earth cannot be overstated. The New York Times called it the "no. 1 non-fiction bestseller of the decade". For Christians and non-Christians of the 1970s, Hal Lindsey's blockbuster served as a wake-up call on events soon to come and events already unfolding - all leading up to the greatest event of all: the return of Jesus Christ.
The years since have confirmed Lindsey's insights into what biblical prophecy says about the times we live in. Whether you're a church-going believer or someone who wouldn't darken the door of a Christian institution, the Bible has much to tell you about the imminent future of this planet. In the midst of an out-of-control generation, it reveals a grand design that's unfolding exactly according to plan.
The rebirth of Israel. The threat of war in the Middle East. An increase in natural catastrophes. The revival of Satanism and witchcraft. These and other signs, foreseen by prophets from Moses to Jesus, portend the coming of an antichrist...of a war which will bring humanity to the brink of destruction...and of incredible deliverance for a desperate, dying planet.
The impact of The Late Great Planet Earth cannot be overstated. The New York Times called it the "no. 1 non-fiction bestseller of the decade". For Christians and non-Christians of the 1970s, Hal Lindsey's blockbuster served as a wake-up call on events soon to come and events already unfolding - all leading up to the greatest event of all: the return of Jesus Christ.
The years since have confirmed Lindsey's insights into what biblical prophecy says about the times we live in. Whether you're a church-going believer or someone who wouldn't darken the door of a Christian institution, the Bible has much to tell you about the imminent future of this planet. In the midst of an out-of-control generation, it reveals a grand design that's unfolding exactly according to plan.
The rebirth of Israel. The threat of war in the Middle East. An increase in natural catastrophes. The revival of Satanism and witchcraft. These and other signs, foreseen by prophets from Moses to Jesus, portend the coming of an antichrist...of a war which will bring humanity to the brink of destruction...and of incredible deliverance for a desperate, dying planet.
No one thinks much about the Devil anymore. In Fact, words like witchcraft and black magic have a strangely medieval ring to our ears. Many people even think of Satan as somehow comic and therefore harmless. Yet amidst the tragedy and corruption of our own century, it is ironic that many people doubt whether an active, evil force really exists. In this book, Hal Lindsey, well known speaker and author of the best selling Late Great Planet Earth, outlines a battle plan for overcoming this very real and insidious enemy. The times may change, but the conflict is as old as the Garden of Eden.
Throughout the centuries of man's long history, many have sought to predict the course of human events. But none have had the incredible accuracy of the ancient Hebrew prophets. The time has come for us to wake up and realize where we are on God's timetable. These predicted calamities aren't going to happen to just anybody. They may well be your closest friends, or children, or family, or even yourself.
Narrated by the legendary Orson Welles and based on the best selling book by Hal Lindsey, get ready for The End of the World! Welcome to the future - a world ruled by an evil supercomputer that carries the mark of the Beast. As mankind struggles to hold on to what humanity is left, the signs come with increasing frequency - warning of a war that will bring the world to the brink of destruction. Approx. 91 minutes. Rated PG.
All the seemingly innocent symbolism of Halloween - black cats, snakes, broomsticks, bonfires, "trick or treat," jack-o'-lanterns, apple dunking and costumes - has its roots in Sorcery, Witchcraft and Satanism. Parents' responsibilities are challenged to decide whether to allow their children to participate in celebrations which glorify Pagan Occultism.
This highly informative video traces the pagan origins and history of Halloween. The Pagan Occult calendar of Druids, Witches, Pagans and Satanists marks Halloween as one of their highest "holy days." This video uncovers the mystic Druidic rites and ceremonies with which "Samhain" (Halloween) was originally observed 4,000 years ago.
The occult rituals seen in this video are real and not re-enactments. This documentary features Chuck Smith, Caryl Matrisciana and Hal Lindsey, as well as a number of Witches, Satanists and Law Enforcement Officials. This dramatic expose will change your opinion of Halloween forever! Approx. 48 minutes.
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A SERVANT To Hal and his ministry. I enjoy reading your books and have questions. Would like your comments and opinions on various subjects. I don't agree with the …
busterblue I've been watching and listening to HAL LINDSAY for over 30 years and I've personally found him to be a true prophet of the living GOD of Abe, Isaac and …
politics Dear Pastor, I have followed your ministries and have read much of your literature throughout the years. Last night I tuned in as usual and to be perfectly …
Elder of EPC Church, Milford, PA Not rated yet To answer your question to your audience of June 23rd. I have been greatly impacted by your excellent, biblical teaching. I am able to use it in my own …
ms womanwatching Not rated yet loved his ministry since he first came on the air via radio, since he is part Native as I am, I am also of Jewish blood, so I listen in 3 cultures and …
Regina H20 Not rated yet I have listened to Hal Lindsey for over 25 yrs and have seen alot of the things he has told us about coming to pass. I believe he is one of the messengers …
Mrs matz from san antonio Not rated yet I've heard Hal Lindsey's teaching on prophecy for many years now, and studying the word of God myself; I can testify that he is a true prophet man of God. …
NEIL Not rated yet Hal Lindsey is a minister of God, teaching salvation through faith in accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Keeping listeners up to date on Bible …
God's Messenger Not rated yet I believe that Hal Lindsey is a 'messenger' from God. And he speaks only of things that are true. We as Christians should know, that he tells it like it …
Genuine Not rated yet I met Hal Lindsey once, while working for a prophecy ministry at which he spoke, and I found him to be genuine. That was about 20 years ago. I have found …
All the more relavent today! Not rated yet Back when I was in College, I had read his book. However, I hadn't started following his TV show until the last three or four years. He is very thorough …
Pastor Not rated yet Hal Lindsey presents the Word of God the way He (God) would have it said. Hal tells it straight. Many people do like the way he does it because it it the …
Lena Not rated yet A false prophet would never invite you to accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Hal Lindsey is appointed by Almighty God to feed his sheep. Those …
Sheri Not rated yet Sometime in the early 70's I read. "The Late Great... "That book opened up the Bible to me. We were blessed to be in his class at Melodyland in the 80's …
Merle B Not rated yet I consider myself to be a rational person who is a Christian, student of the Bible and seeker of further knowledge of God's Word. I consider Hal Lindsey's …
Robert Not rated yet I do not think he is a prophet, nor a false prophet, Hal is a man who reads and studies the BIBLE, and explains it as he understands it.
Noreen Not rated yet I have read Hal's books. Hal Lindsey is one of my favorites! I was saved as a result of the book and movie "The Late Great Planet Earth."
Two of my …
studied teacher Not rated yet I count on Hal Lindsey and other right-on teachers of Bible prophecy who have spent decades studying this.
We are in the end times of this age, not …
Mrs. Not rated yet I think Hal Lindsey has one of the most detailed, honest, and scrupulously researched reports of any news analyst on television, including those of the …
Sherron Not rated yet Be careful, you don't bad mouth Gods people. You may not agree with everything he says, that's up to you!
spruce Not rated yet Hal is the bomb! He hits the nail right on the head in just about every one of his reports. You can't get any of his insightful analysis thru the regular …
Mrs. Not rated yet I happen to love Hal Lindsey. And it is because of him I accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as my personal savior.
Thank you Mr. Lindsey for writing "The …
Carol Not rated yet I go to Hal Lindsey's web page regularly to check the News and watch some of Hal's free video's.
Thank you Hal for making these available to folks …
It is GOD's Way or the highway . . . Not rated yet Soon to be 73 and thus counting down . . . I very much appreciate Hal's program, having missed only a few of his programs and that simply by accident. …
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