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Pastor Donna Schaper takes the long view of religious institutions in an age of rapid change. The question of who the Church is today—and how it employs its buildings—is connected to the Church’s past identities and future hopes. Remove the Pews offers concrete suggestions on how congregations can open their church spaces to revive their spirits. From welcoming local dance troupes to serving undocumented persons, Schaper demonstrates how the imagination is the only limit to what church buildings mean and can do.

From classics such as the Odyssey and the Aeneid to fifth-century Christian apocrypha, narratives that described guided tours of the afterlife played a major role in shaping ancient notions of morality and ethics. In this new account, acclaimed author Bart Ehrman contextualizes early Christian narratives of heaven and hell within the broader intellectual and cultural worlds from which they emerged.

Today, the hope that all believers on earth will be "caught up" to heaven is being challenged in new waves of criticism. Can we really expect Jesus to gather up his followers before the Antichrist is revealed? In this well-reasoned and thorough defense, prophecy authors Mark Hitchcock and Ed Hindson examine the concept, context, and consequences of the important and long-expected event known as the rapture.

In this world of fear, trials, and loneliness we often feel adrift--like we're still searching for a place where we can truly make ourselves at home. There's a longing for something more, something that makes us feel like we belong, something that resonates perfectly with who we were made to be. This longing is no small thing to be brushed off and forgotten--it's a guidepost letting us know we were made for another world. Earth is not our home.

Right now, you're living in an era defined by global pandemics, natural disasters, political strife, and ever-shifting morality. Though at times you may feel tempted to question God's presence or goodness, these events actually signal that His promises will soon be fulfilled. In Aftershocks, best-selling author Jeff Kinley reveals how current societal and global trends fit into Bible prophecy and foreshadow the nearness of the end times - and how those prophecies can renew your passion to live wisely as you proclaim Christ to a suffering world.

The Gallup Poll reports that one in 25 people has had a near-death experience. Their heart stopped beating, their brain waves ceased; they claim they were more alive than ever. With improved medical resuscitation, more and more verifiable evidence indicates that life doesn't end with our last breath - it's just beginning. Drawing out the similarities found by studying over 1,000 accounts of near-death experiences around the globe, John Burke unfolds a compelling and comforting vision of a world where we are free from pain; we feel fully known and accepted; we are greeted by loved ones.

What will the world look like in the last days? One significant clue the Bible offers is a fascinating look at New Babylon. More than one-tenth of the book of Revelation is devoted to prophecies about this city-the center of the antichrist's world government. But are we to understand these prophecies symbolically or literally? As you explore the Bible's prophecies about the last days, you'll discover that no matter how uncertain the future looks, you can have peace knowing that God is in full control of all things.

In a time when voices compete for our attention and truth is often clouded by confusion, discernment has never been more vital. A Christian’s Guide to Discernment equips believers with the spiritual tools they need to distinguish God’s voice from the noise of the world.

Are you a preacher wondering what on earth you can possibly say new and interesting on Ascension this year—to say nothing of all the Ascensions that lie ahead of you? Are you a churchgoer curious about this little odd holiday stranded on a Thursday between Easter and Pentecost? Are you of a scientific mind frame, perpetually stressed out by the thought of Jesus rocketing up to the outer stratosphere like an out-of-control hot air balloon? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then Forty Facets of the Ascension needs to be at the top of your list!

In an age of chaos, deception, and fear, the storms of life are growing stronger—and God is using them to awaken His people. Standing in the Storm is a prophetic call to believers everywhere: prepare your heart, strengthen your faith, and stand unshaken in the final hour.

If you’ve ever wanted to really understand these two prophetic books—often called the most important and the most difficult in the Bible—this is an ideal guide. In one volume, you’ll get a clear, approachable study through both books and a more confident grasp of what Scripture says about the future. Bible prophecy teacher Ron Rhodes has helped thousands navigate end-times passages with clarity and balance. Now, his two classic works—40 Days Through Revelation and 40 Days Through Daniel—are brought together to make studying these books simpler than ever.

In this powerful continuation of his grandfather's legacy, Gulf War Marine veteran and prophecy teacher Dean McMullen unlocks the precise structure hidden within the Book of Revelation. Drawing from decades of Bible study, military experience, and mathematical precision, McMullen demonstrates how Daniel's 70th week becomes the framework, while the seals, trumpets, and vials fill in every detail-right down to the day.

The Antichrist: The King of the End Times offers a thorough and engaging examination of biblical prophecy, providing listeners with a clear understanding of the events that will unfold in the last days. Whether you are a student of theology, a curious believer, or someone seeking hope in turbulent times, this book will deepen your faith, inspire your spirit, and equip you with the knowledge to navigate the end times with confidence.

In The Simplification of Daniel's Revelations, Bernard Bourque unpacks one of the Bible's most complex prophetic books in a way that's easy to understand. This book takes listeners on a journey through the powerful visions and mysteries revealed to Daniel, offering clarity on end-time events, the role of the Antichrist, and the coming restoration of God's kingdom. Concepts such as the "abomination of desolation," "Daniel's 70th week," ten horned beast and the "ruler who will come" are brought to life, providing insight into a future that aligns with God's ultimate plan for mankind.

In God’s Plan and the Machines, author Robert Bagley explores the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI) through the lens of biblical prophecy, ethics, and Christian responsibility. This thought-provoking book examines the role of AI in society, touching on its potential to shape humanity’s future while raising important spiritual and theological questions.

If you have questions about the book of Revelation, you probably don’t want to wade through pages of commentary to find answers. Prophecy expert Mark Hitchcock offers a helpful solution in this concise Q&A resource. Questions are grouped in broad categories that focus on interpretation, background information, Jesus Christ, the chronology of the last days, and more. Along the way, you’ll learn helpful details about the key figures and events of the end times, giving you a clear picture of how the future will unfold.

Followers of Jesus have awaited that day since Jesus ascended into the clouds forty days after his Resurrection. Having offered his salvation, he promised to return to redeem the Creation itself. Whether he comes in the next 10 years or 150 years, there will be a generation of Christ followers tasked with bearing witness to his light through the perilous times that precede his coming.

Admitted to the ICU with COVID-19, Steve Boyls spent forty-five days on a ventilator and three and a half months in the hospital. As his body struggled to stay alive, his wife, Dr. Kathy Boyls, fought bureaucracy, medical protocols, and demonic attacks and, through warfare, supported by friends and family, received a miracle.

If one person told you the story about how they died, experienced the afterlife, and then came back to life, would you believe them? What if thousands of people had similar stories? Research over the past fifty years is finally settling centuries of debate. There's an increasingly credible case...

Whether you're experiencing the grief of bereavement and long to know what your loved one is seeing and doing, or you're just curious about the eternal home that awaits you, this book will bring comfort, peace, and encouragement.