Does the Rapture Still Matter?
By Mark H. Ballard and Timothy K. Christian
Summary:
When did you last hear a sermon about the Rapture or the End Times? Does it matter? Pastor, when did you last preach about the Rapture or the End Times? If it has been months or even years, does it really matter? If a concordance search does not reveal a verse mentioning the "Rapture," does the Bible actually teach the doctrine? What is the Rapture? How is it defined? Can you name and explain the 3 main passages that teach the Rapture? When will the Rapture happen? If the Rapture happens today, how can you be sure you will not be left behind? For answers to these and many more important questions, read the inspiring, encouraging, and comforting book, "Does the Rapture Still Matter?"
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Endorsements:
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Nothing excites believers like the hope found in Bible prophecy. Yet, too many refuse to study it because books are confusing and hard to understand. Mark Ballard and Tim Christian, however, have written this easy to understand book that will refresh your spirit, encourage your heart. and have you listening for a shout.
- Phil Waldrep
Phil Waldrep Ministries
The title asks a question (does the rapture still matter?) and correctly answers it with a resounding "yes!" Ballard and Christian show an irenic spirit as they deal with controversial views. While readers may disagree with fine points, this work is an important survey in a day when eschatology is erroneously considered passé and not helpful for Christian living today.
- Dr. Mike Stallard
Vice President for International Ministries. Friends of Israel Gospel Ministries
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Author Bios:
Mark H. Ballard (PhD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Founding President and Professor of Applied Theology & Church Planting at Northeastern Baptist College. Mark has authored numerous books and has served as a church planter and pastor in New Hampshire, Virginia, Florida, North Carolina, and Texas. He is the husband of Cindy and father of Ben.
Timothy K. Christian (ThD, University of South Africa; DMin, Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Senior Content Editor at Northeastern Baptist Press. Tim has served as professor of theology at Northeastern Baptist College and Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary, as well as pastor in the southeast, northeast, and in Naples, Italy. Tim and his wife, Judy, have two married children and seven grandchildren.
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Table of Contents:
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Part 1: The Nature of the Rapture
Chapter 2: Defining and Denying the Rapture
Chapter 3: Defending the Rapture Part 1
Chapter 4: Defending the Rapture Part 2
Chapter 5:​ Defending the Rapture Part 3
Chapter 6: Distinguishing the Rapture and the Return
Part 2: The Timing of the Rapture
Chapter 7: The Post, Mid, Pre-Wrath, and Partial Rapture Views
Chapter 8: The Pre-Tribulation View
Chapter 9: Does the Rapture Still Matter?
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Product Details:
Publisher: Northeastern Baptist Press
Published: August 1, 2023
Language: English
Pages: 200
Paperback: $17.99
ISBN: 978-1-953331-29-8
Ebook: $9.99
ISBN: 978-1-953331-40-3