Things to Come: A Study in Biblical Eschatology

Description

Things to Come provides a systematic and unified doctrine of biblical prophecy. It synthesizes fragmented prophetic themes into a cohesive framework, emphasizing premillennial eschatology while addressing controversial topics. This work is essential for pastors, scholars, and students seeking a deeper understanding of biblical eschatology.

Introduction
Importance of biblical eschatology as the capstone of systematic theology.

Challenges in interpreting prophecy, including literal vs. spiritual/allegorical approaches.

Overview of the book’s goal: a comprehensive synthesis of premillennial eschatology.

Section 1: The Interpretative Framework
Methods and principles for interpreting biblical prophecy.

Explanation of hermeneutics and exegesis in eschatological studies.

Comparison of literal and allegorical interpretations.

Section 2: Biblical Covenants and Eschatology
Examination of covenants (Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic, etc.) and their eschatological implications.

Relationship between Old Testament promises and New Testament fulfillment.

Section 3: The Tribulation Period
Detailed analysis of events during the tribulation period.

Prophecies concerning the rise of the Antichrist and global turmoil.

Posttribulation, midtribulation, and pretribulation rapture theories, with arguments favoring pretribulation.

Section 4: The Second Advent
Prophecies related to Christ’s return.

Scriptural evidence for the physical return of Jesus Christ.

Events surrounding the second advent, including judgments and restoration.

Section 5: The Millennial Kingdom
Christ’s thousand-year reign on earth as described in Revelation 20.

Characteristics of the millennial kingdom: peace, justice, and fulfillment of covenant promises.

Role of Israel and the Church during this period.

Section 6: The Eternal State
Transition from the Millennial Kingdom to the Eternal State (new heaven and new earth).

Description of the New Jerusalem as revealed in Revelation 21–22.

Final defeat of Satan and eradication of sin, death, and sorrow.

Theological significance of the Eternal State as the consummation of God’s redemptive plan.

Section 7: Final Reflections and Theological Implications
Practical application of eschatological truths to Christian living.

Themes such as God’s sovereignty, hope in Christ’s return, and the Church’s active role in God’s plan.

Encouragement for perseverance and faithfulness in light of prophetic hope.