Review
This book is a remarkably readable, clear, concise, and yet comprehensive discussion of future events. It is the best volume of its kind on the subject--whether for individual study, group discussion, or as a course text.
-Thomas H. Cragoe, ThD, Interim Chair and Associate Professor of Bible, Cedarville University
For those seeking the broad panoramic view of future things, Understanding End Times Prophecy provides a valuable resource. Benware, a veteran college teacher and conference speaker, effectively and clearly explains key definitions and critical issues related to the biblical narrative of prophetic truth.
-W. Sherrill Babb, President, Philadelphia Biblical University
The drama of biblical eschatology is often a technical and complex subject that can be bewildering to the uninitiated. Dr. Paul Benware has offered a vital service by providing a compass to navigate the challenging prophetic terrain. Understanding End Times Prophecy makes accessible an otherwise formidable and confusing subject.
-J. Gregory Behle, Professor of Christian Education, The Master's College, Sun Valley, Calif.
One of the finest works of its kind on the subject. Dr. Benware's revision will bring prophecy students up to speed on new eschatological issues that are now having a negative effect on the doctrines that deal with the return of the Lord.
-Mal Couch, President, Tyndale Seminary, Fort Worth, Tex.
Millions have read the Left Behind books and have been inspired at this fictionalized rendering of the End Times. Bible prophecy must be understood from a biblical foundation of God's covenants and His character. Dr. Benware's book is a must for the student of God's Word to gain an understanding of the various views of the end times. Read this book with an open Bible and stand in awe of our God and His plan for mankind.
-Brent D. Garrison, President, Southwestern College, Phoenix, Ariz.
Conflict, contradiction, and confusion: All words that describe current perspectives on end-times prophecy. Thankfully, Dr. Paul Benware has provided a map to guide us out of the interpretive chaos and into a sound understanding of what the Bible has to say about the future. Balanced, fair, and easy to understand, Dr. Benware has produced the single best text on eschatology.
-Michael Rydelnik, Professor of Jewish Studies, Moody Bible Institute, Author of Understanding the Arab-Israeli Conflict
From the Back Cover
Do you think what happens in the future doesn’t matter today? Think again. The author of Revelation prefaced his vision with the encouragement that the person who knows prophetic truths—and orders his life according to those truths—will live better now. The study of Bible prophecy… reminds us that God is sovereign.… reminds us that God is good.… motivates us to holy living.… helps us establish proper priorities.… gives us hope. Paul Beware has these benefits in mind in this revised and expanded edition of his classic book. In this new edition he addresses the confusion and conflict surrounding the topic of prophecy, provides a biblical framework to clarify different interpretations—including pre-, a-, and postmillennialism, and includes an entire chapter on preterism. He also provides insight that can help you understand how these different explanations of Scripture have the power to shape your faith and offers tools to help you develop discernment. This book is a remarkably readable, clear, concise, and yet comprehensive discussion of future events. It is the best volume of its kind on the subject – whether for individual study, group discussion, or as a course text. Thomas H. Cragoe, Th.D.Interim Chair and Associate Professor of BibleCedarville University For those seeking the broad panoramic view of future things, Understanding End Times Prophecy provides a valuable resource. Benware, a veteran college teacher and conference speaker, effectively and clearly explains key definitions and critical issues related to the biblical narrative of prophetic truth. W. Sherrill BabbPresidentPhiladelphia Biblical University PAUL N. BENWARE (BA, Los Angeles Baptist College; ThM, Dallas Theological Seminary; ThD, Grace Theological Seminary) is professor in the Biblical Studies Division at the Philadelphia Biblical University. Dr. Benware also wrote Survey of the Old Testament, Survey of the New Testament and The Believer’s Payday. He is married and has four children and five grandchildren.
About the Author
CHARLES C. RYRIE (A.B., Haverford College; Th.M. and Th.D., Dallas Theological Seminary; Ph.D., University of Edinburgh; Litt.D., Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary) is a renowned author and scholar. He has written numerous books, including The Ryrie Study Bible, Basic Theology, Balancing the Christian Life, The Holy Spirit, Dispensationalism Today, Revelation, Survey of Bible Doctrine, and So Great Salvation, which rank among his best-selling titles. Dr. Ryrie is the father of three children and resides in Dallas, Texas.
