Blessed Hope

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Summary: Convincing and Authoritative!
Review: As a Christian raised in the Pre-Trib Rapture tradition, I thought I was losing my mind when I found myself becoming more and more convinced that the rapture of the church COULDN'T take place before the tribulation. I found a copy of The Blessed Hope and was so thoroughly convinced and put at ease that I have never questioned the subject again. Ladd's scholarship is awesome, especially his revelation of the seamy early history of pre-trib teachings. After reading where this teaching came from, its a wonder that anyone can believe it!

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Summary: Finally someone's making sense.
Review: The author is well-rounded in his theology - warning the church of the easy believism of a pre-trib rapture. This is my kind of book because he uses 'solid' scriptural reasoning to prove his points. If you're determined to believe in a pre or mid-trib rapture then this book is not for you, but if you want to read something that makes sense this is a good place to begin.

Rating:
Summary: Great book
Review: The best thing about this book is that Ladd attempts to take Scripture, IN CONTEXT, and support what he believes Scripture teaches in regard to a post-trib rapture.

Honestly, my main problem with the book is that I think it is too short. He is already very convincing, but with more detail, critique, and examination, it would have been even more stalwart. Probably a 4.3 stars.

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Summary: A Classic Work on Eschatology!
Review: This book is a keeper for any pastor or teacher wanting to understand an eschatology different than the popular dispensational premillennialism. Ladd draws upon his extensive knowledge of Scripture and church history to define what he sees as the church's "Blessed Hope." Obviously, he does not see that hope as a secret rapture of the church before seven years of tribulation. Ladd possesses a high view of the inspiration and authority of Scripture in this work. I recommend his book highly.