An existential threat is defined as an event that could cause human extinction. Mr. Smith begins this Bible study by looking at some of the threats that most people worry about such as invasion from outer space, global warming, or a large asteroid striking the earth. The chance of any of these happening is extremely low, but in Matthew 24:21-22 the Bible does identify a threat that mankind will bring about that would end all life on this earth if God did not intervene and take over the rule of this world.

Gary Smith

United Church of God Pastor

Gary Smith was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, but spent most of his youth in the Pasadena, California area. He graduated from Ambassador College in 1976 and he and his wife, Liz, moved to Peoria, Illinois. For the next six years he worked as a nursing home administrator in Illinois, Ohio, and Texas.
In 1982, he and Liz began to serve in the full-time ministry. Since that time, they have served in a number of congregations in the Midwest.
Gary and Liz now pastor in Houston, Texas near their two children and grandson.