THE GRAND DECEPTION: Part 1

About the Book

There have been 46 failed end-of-the-world predictions that were to occur between 30 CE and 1920 CE but didn’t. Life expectancy in the days when Jesus lived was little over 30 years and many believed that Jesus Christ’s second coming would occur during the 1st century CE. It didn’t happen. In 992 CE the Catholic Good Friday coincided with the Feast of the Annunciation, which people believed would bring forth the Antichrist, and the end-times events described in the book of Revelation. The Antichrist did not appear. In 1033, the 1000th anniversary of the death and resurrection of Jesus, many anticipated His second coming. It didn’t happen. In 1284, Pope Innocent III computed the end date by adding 666 years onto the date that Islam was founded. Nothing happened. During the Black Plague of 1346 that spread across Europe, killing one third of the population felt like the end of the world was imminent. We kept going. In 1669 in Russia, 20,000 people burned themselves to death over a 20-year period to protect themselves from the Antichrist. The generation continued to live. The power and destruction brought upon the earth by the giant Nephilim and their offspring is the cause of the flood. The source of destruction originated in heaven and made its way to earth. Revelation 12:7-9: “And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the Dragon; and the Dragon fought and his angels and prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. And the great Dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceives the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.”

About the Author

Rick Hodge has been a Community College administrator over the past 25 years, and previously served as an ordained minister, pastoring churches throughout the east and west coasts. He has taught college student classes in religious studies, sociology, history, and business entrepreneurship. He authored a book in 2012 about the Mayan civilization, titled, “Our Destiny Has Arrived.” Rick is a seasoned and soughtafter speaker and has spent years inspiring audiences with dynamic, faith-centered presentations. Known for blending deep biblical insight with practical application, he has spoken at conferences, retreats, and church gatherings across the country. Today, Rick continues to lead transformative Bible study sessions for diverse groups and congregations, equipping believers to grow in their understanding of Scripture and live out their faith with purpose. Whether addressing a packed sanctuary or a small group, he brings clarity, warmth, and conviction to every message.