Four Views of the End Times "Leader Pack" for Small Group Study (6-session DVD)

"As usual, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones makes it look easy to discuss the hard things. With Four Views of the End Times, Dr. Jones delivers a truly absorbing, Jesus-focused exploration of the book of Revelation--and our part in the days to come. This is the resource that every Christian should own--and share with friends, family, neighbors...everyone. Highly recommended." Mike Nappa---bestselling and award winning author of The Prayer of Jesus and The Courage to be Christian

Timothy Paul Jones is to be congratulated on the publication of FOUR VIEWS OF THE END TIMES. This insightful new work will provide both clarity and conviction for many who are often confused by the complexities of eschatology. Jones guides his readers to an understanding each of the four major eschatological viewpoints, masterfully explaining the strengths and biblical truths found in each of the various systems. Most importantly, this volume goes beyond a mere survey of different views of the end times by reaffirming a steadfast hope in the promises of God's Word and encouraging readers to live faithfully in light of the forthcoming consummation of God's kingdom. David Dockery---President of Union University

Doc Kirby (radio host, WTBF-AM/FM, Troy, AL.) Book Bit for Dec. 21, 2010 So is the world really going to end Dec. 21, 2012, as the ancient Mayan calender has been interpreted to predict? What does the Bible say about the “End of Days”? And why are Christians divided on what the Bible teaches about the Last Days? In every generation since the resurrection and ascension of Jesus, God's people wondered when Christ would return and how would God make things right in the world. The Bible doesn't give any specifics about the Second Coming (and in fact, Jesus Himself stated that it was not up to Him but to the Father as to when that would occur.) This has not stopped endless speculation over the centuries, of course. There are four different Revelation 'timelines” with impressive names (which are very mysterious to those who aren't Christians): Pre-millennialism, Post-Millennialism, Historical Pre-millennialism, and Amillennialism. A handy pamphlet which will fit in most Bibles and is based on this series makes it much easier to tell the differences and to see the similarities when they exist). All four interpretations agree: Jesus will physically return, and that only those who claim Christ as Lord will be saved.. All but the Dispensational Premillennialist believe that the Rapture and Second Coming are simultaneous; while they believe that they are events separated by seven years. The Amillennialists and the PostMillennialists believe the great tribulation refers to conflict between good and evil, often involving the persecution of Christians, or wars and disasters., and that the “millennium” refers to a period of peace when all people are reached by the Gospel or to the reign of Christ in the hearts of His believers. The Dispensational and Historical Premillennialists believe there will be a historical era of seven years which will be called the Great Tribulation, and that afterward Christ will return and physically reign on Earth for 1,000 years. The Dispensationalists believe that the modern state of Israel is relevant to the prophecies in Revelation, which explains their strong support for Israel, while the other three views do not see a critical role for Israel. Historical Premillennialism is the earliest view of the end times, emerging at the end of the first century AD. Postmillennialism may have been popular as early as 300, but is less popular today. Amillennialism was popularized in AD 400, and it continues to be the view of most Christians in the world (Catholics, Orthodox and in the Protestants, the Lutherans and Anglicans.) Dispensational Premillennialism became popular about 1860, and support was dramatically expanded due to the Scofield Bible. It remains the most popular among evangelicals and charismatics, especially in America.

We appreciated the way Timothy Paul Jones presented the Four Views of the End Times. He didn't try to persuade us to think a certain way, but he simply gave us the information on each view, without bias, and brought us back to Jesus and his work of redemption. When our relationship with Christ is in order, the time of the end seems insignificant. Jones really conveyed that message loud and clear.