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Ever tried on a God helmet? Are there still prophets running around? Will the world end before Christmas next year? Surely you've pondered such issues far into the lonely night? Still, there are moments when we wonder about that stuff. But where is the solid and basic information to push us along? Fear not. Prophecy A-Z is here to help you out. As the subtitle pledges: the book is complete, eschatological, and a dictionary of prophecy. A letter-by-letter dictionary of prophetic terms - from Aaron to Zwingli -Sixty essays covering the most complex end times concepts -Healthy doses of history, philosophy, and apocalyptic shop talk It's handy; it's thorough; it's essential for every interested lay reader, Bible scholars, and clergy professionals.

The biblical book of Daniel has fascinated readers for centuries. Does the intrigue center on flashy apocalyptic writing, the oh-so-very-human stories, orthe mysterious futuristic narrative? Whatever the appeal, all Daniel explorers inevitably bump up against some literary curiosities and prophetic perplexities along the way. Fortunately for every Daniel fan, both admirers and questionnaires, we now have Discernment from Daniel. Here the prophecy's allurement and its secrets are revealed for us in a substantial-but thankfully entertaining-narrative. There's even a splash of poetry, humor, and dream reverie to add a pinch of spice. Then, we close with a quartet of Appendices and a thorough Index for further historical study. Discernment from Daniel uniquely mixes the inspirational and the academic-a rare blessing. What the prophecy has to say in our new millennium isnothing short of profound, so it's nice to hold a book that lights the way with some solid text and smart writing.

Finding material concerning any end-of-the-world-tinged subject is easy. But what information is reliable? Which theories are faith-based andbiblically sound? Does everything have to be complex, scary, or sensational? To harvest the best answers, doubtless, we should look to the best source. There is none better, of course than Jesus Christ himself. His discourse from Mt. Olivet, near Jerusalem, was the final and most detailed revelation given during his earthly ministry. As a fortunate bonus, the book you are holding will help clarify the intricacies of the end-time message fortoday's generation. Oracles from Olivet could easily become your primer for futuristic thinking. Every page offers reasoning that is clear, concise, and - yes, even entertaining. Paraphrases tame the tough theological words and illustrative fables flavor the text.You won't be disappointed - you'll be thrilled.

Everybody knows Revelation is a weird writing. Grasping its message is not often easy and probably not the first choice for a night's fireside reading.Nevertheless, most inquirers recognize the book's insights and prophecies as crucial to our lives. We need a guide to ease us through the complexitiesand out the other side with understanding and inspiration. Look no further. Revelation for Regular Readers tumbles out page after page of dependable discernment with engaging entertainment. None of us are "dummies" who want weak scholarship to push us through Revelation; most are "average" readers who would simply welcome a little help along the way. Revelation for Regular Readers is logically organized, solidly written, and glazed with humor and common sense. You won't regret plunking down a little change and settling in. Revelation speaks to the new millennium and now, thankfully, we can hear it clearly.