Begin to explore the end. The end is near. While these often sound like words of insane rambling, they can also be a sensible presentation of truth. Acknowledging that what is yet to come is beyond the scope of our wildest projections, pastor and scholar Erwin Lutzer reminds us that we have not been left completely in the dark. There is much we can know. Within this book are ten events we can be certain of, ten events that will change our future forever. You will be encouraged to renew your expectation of the return of the Messiah and, in so doing, be motivated to live pure lives for Him. The King is Coming has been written precisely to aid your own exploration of biblical prophecies with sound, sensible, balanced perspectives based on the simple meaning of the biblical texts. Saturated with both humility and a sense of urgency, this book not only provides answers for those questioning what comes next, but also empowerment and instruction to live accordingly in the here and now.

From panic to punchline, public perception about the return of Christ reveals an alarming lack of understanding of biblical prophecy. Lutzer is careful handling a topic that leaves even mature believers and students with difficult questions and unclear conclusions.

The Gospel of Matthew is all about the King-the King of the Jews, the King who came to die to save His subjects, the King who is coming again to establish His millennial kingdom, the King of Kings. That King is Jesus Christ. Matthew focuses on both the first and second comings of Christ, with the assurance that in both cases, indeed the King is coming! Matthew, the tax collector turned disciple, writes to Jewish believers and unbelievers alike. For the believers, he emphasizes the legitimacy of Jesus as the long-awaited Jewish Messiah. For the unbelievers, he portrays the One who is the Savior of all people everywhere. His arguments are cogent, his style is vibrant, and his portrayal of Christ is magnificent. Charles Spurgeon said it best when he proclaimed, "Come just as you are, all guilty, empty, meritless and fall before the great King. And see it He will cast you away. Jesus is ready to pardon you...never tolerate low thoughts of Him. You may study, look and meditate, but Jesus is a greater Savior than you think Him to be, even when your thoughts are at their highest." Throughout Matthew's gospel, he draws our attention to the One who is the rightful King of Israel. Jesus is portrayed as being born a King, living and dying as a King, and coming again as the ultimate King of Kings. As you read this gospel and study this commentary, you will be challenged to become His disciple and follow Him wherever He leads you. A commentary for the twenty-first century, Study questions at the end of each chapter, Challenges you to follow the king wherever he leads you. Book jacket.

In the midst of the holiday hustle, we can quickly find ourselves thinking, " What exactly are we celebrating again"? What if we make adventing a verb? We take time in the weeks leading up to Christmas to really celebrate the coming King, the baby Jesus who changed everything. Let's come alive together as we "advent", watching for the one we are celebrating. This devotional will have a chapter theme for each week and a simple reading guide to help us come alive at Christmas together.

Previously published in hardcover as King's Cross The most influential man to ever walk the earth has had his story told in hundreds of different ways for thousands of years. Can any more be said? Now, Timothy Keller, New York Times bestselling author of The Prodigal Prophet and the man Newsweek called a “C. S. Lewis for the twenty-first century,” unlocks new insights into the life of Jesus Christ as he explores how Jesus came as a king, but a king who had to bear the greatest burden anyone ever has. Jesus the King is Keller’s revelatory look at the life of Christ as told in the Gospel of Mark. In it, Keller shows how the story of Jesus is at once cosmic, historical, and personal, calling each of us to look anew at our relationship with God. It is an unforgettable look at Jesus Christ, and one that will leave an indelible imprint on every reader.

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Do you want a blessed life? Do you want to hasten His coming? Sam Dewald uncovers the scriptural mandate for all Bible believing Jews and Christians to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. When we pray for the peace of Jerusalem: We are actually praying for... Salvation of the Jewish people Salvation of the nations Salvation of the Ishmaels (Arabs) & Muslims 'Aliyah' - Jewish immigration to the land of Israel Building of the physical and spiritual Zion Worldwide revival, which will lead to the rapture of the Church The second coming of Jesus Christ We are witnessing a growing number of Christian leaders who are turning their backs on the covenant God made with Israel. Now more than ever, Bible-believing Christians must understand their biblical responsibility to our Jewish brethren and Israel at this critical time in history. I want to commend Pastor Sam Dewald for his leadership and commitment to Israel in this outstanding book. This is a must read for the layperson and for clergy as well. Laurie Cardoza-Moore President Proclaiming Justice to the Nations Sam Dewald Stephen is the founding pastor of World Healing International Church in Arlington, Texas. Before moving to the USA, he was serving the Lord in Jerusalem, Israel for nearly four years. While living in Israel, God imparted to Pastor Sam the specifics concerning "Why we should pray for the peace of Jerusalem." Since then, it has become his passion to educate churches and leaders about this truth. Sam is a graduate of the Advanced Leadership and Pastoral School at Christ for the Nations Institute in Dallas, Texas. He also holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration, Bachelor's in Computer Science and an Advanced Diploma as an International Travel Consultant from IATA/UFTAA, Geneva, Switzerland.

The King Is Coming is a 4-week Advent devotional especially written with a child's heart in mind. It takes families through the salvation story by focusing on who God is, the gift of Jesus, and the importance of celebrating and sharing that miraculous gift! Bring your family together this Advent season for a journey exploring God's big love for you!

Glimpse the Splendor That Awaits You Despite today’s hardships, the Bible promises a glorious new era is rapidly approaching. God’s plan for what’s ahead includes our rapture, our rewards, our participation in Jesus’ triumphal return, and our eternal glory in heaven. As a believer, you can trust that a wonderful future awaits you. In Future Glory, prophecy expert Dr. Ed Hindson helps you explore the Bible’s seven unique promises that outline what’s in store for every Christian. You’ll gain a better understanding of the timeline for the rapture, Christ’s return, the millennium, and the creation of a new heaven and earth the awe-inspiring details of what life will be like in Christ’s kingdom your place in heaven and what it means to live with an eternal perspective Written with attention to biblical details, Christ-minded wisdom, and a gracious compassion for our all-too-human tendency to be absorbed with the here and now, Future Glory will take you on an incredible journey into your prophetic future and the everlasting destiny God has prepared for you.