Things to Come

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Summary: A Pre-millennial, Pre-tribulational Eschatology Textbook
Review: As a whole, I did not find the book difficult or too technical for the average student of the Bible. Though some of the extensive input from other sources used archaic and technical language. I found reading the entire book enriching but it could also serve as a reference book on eschatological issues. Personally I prefer the writings of Thomas Ice on this subject but I do not believe Ice has ever written a book this exhaustive. Many consider Pentecost's work the definitive textbook on the subject. Among pre-mill, pre-trib student of the Bible, this book is a classic. I highly recommend it.

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Summary: Excellent eschatalogical overview
Review: Breadth of study and thoroughness of research makes this an excellent source for moderate to serious students of Bible prophsey.

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Summary: A Classic
Review: Dr. Pentecost is a scholar. This book although kinda bulky and thick, is not really too indepth. He presents a great deal of information and is a fine reading for anyone who would like to move up a notch in their understanding of basic Biblical eschatology. A must read if you are a new believer.

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Summary: The most thorough Premil book available.
Review: In this master work by J. Dwight Pentecost, the author analyzes the alternative interpretations and then presents the premillennialist perspective. This book is much more academic than the writings of Tim LaHaye and Hal Lindsey. I have read and heard amillennialists argue that the premil school of thought was a recent invention. Dr Pentecost demonstrates that premillennialism was the school of thought in the first and second century of Christianity and that is was not until the rise of St Augustine's allegorical interpretation of Scripture that brought the rise of amillennialism. The only draw back with this work is it's academic emphasis; this book is heavy reading. As an added bonus this book is available in Spanish as Eventos Del Porvenir (ISBN: 0-8297-1410-3) by Editorial Vida.

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Summary: The most thorough Premil book available.
Review: In this master work by J. Dwight Pentecost, the author analyzes the alternative interpretations and then presents the premillennialist perspective. This book is much more academic than the writings of Tim LaHaye and Hal Lindsey. I have read and heard amillennialists argue that the premil school of thought was a recent invention. Dr Pentecost demonstrates that premillennialism was the school of thought in the first and second century of Christianity and that is was not until the rise of St Augustine's allegorical interpretation of Scripture that brought the rise of amillennialism. The only draw back with this work is it's academic emphasis; this book is heavy reading. As an added bonus this book is available in Spanish as Eventos Del Porvenir (ISBN: 0-8297-1410-3) by Editorial Vida.

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Summary: Eager anticipation fueled by truth
Review: One's eager anticipation of our Savior and the completion of His marvelous work among us and for us in eternity are fueled by the truths that Pentecost teaches in his book. Well worth the cost to have in the minister's and layperson's library alike. I hold a ThM and had some eschatology classes, but, this book still gives us something new to learn.

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Summary: Excellent Study of Eschatology!
Review: Pentecost begins with a thorough examination of the methods of interpretation to be employed in a study of eschatology. He then proceeds to discuss the four eschatological covenants and their implications on the end times from a premillennial pretribulational point of view. He cites several authors representing all views and defends his own preference quite well. He assumes some (but not much) prior knowledge of the amillennial, premillennial and postmillennial views, but no one interested in eschatology should allow that to stop them from reading this book. In fact, when I began this book I had no idea what eschatology was. I was confused for a while, but I soon caught on, and I have now benefitted greatly from reading this very biblically sound, informitive book on God's plan for bringing justice to the world. I would recommend it to any serious student of the Bible.

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Summary: Excellent Study of Eschatology!
Review: Pentecost begins with a thorough examination of the methods of interpretation to be employed in a study of eschatology. He then proceeds to discuss the four eschatological covenants and their implications on the end times from a premillennial pretribulational point of view. He cites several authors representing all views and defends his own preference quite well. He assumes some (but not much) prior knowledge of the amillennial, premillennial and postmillennial views, but no one interested in eschatology should allow that to stop them from reading this book. In fact, when I began this book I had no idea what eschatology was. I was confused for a while, but I soon caught on, and I have now benefitted greatly from reading this very biblically sound, informitive book on God's plan for bringing justice to the world. I would recommend it to any serious student of the Bible.

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Summary: An in depth study of biblical eschatology
Review: The book begins by investigating the various methods of Biblical interpretation, (allegorical, literal, futurist, etc.) then turns its attention to prophesies concerning the last days.

It is an excellent resource for anyone studying the end times and gives much helpful information. Reviews of various arguments with explanations of strengths and weaknesses fill the book. Recommended for serious students of the Bible.

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Summary: Excellent Book!
Review: This book is very detailed but the author does a fabulous job of defending the Pre-Tribulation/Pre-Millenial view! I highly recommend it!