The Seven Last Things
Revelation 19-21 is the New Testament’s classic passage on the return of Christ, a passage that has sometimes been called “the last things.” In it the apostle John sets forth seven major motifs of biblical eschatology. ————— David J. MacLeod was born in Nova Scotia and raised in Massachusetts. He received his theological education at Dallas Theological Seminary (TM, PhD) and has served on the faculties of Colorado Christian University and Dallas Seminary. He is presently Chairman of the Division of Biblical Studies at Emmaus Bible College in Dubuque, Iowa. Here’s What People Are Saying! “This is a first rate book which exhibits thorough research, helpful illustrations, and exemplary exposition of the biblical text–something desperately needed today.” – Charles C. Ryrie Editor, The Ryrie Study Bible, Professor Emeritus of Systematic Theology, Dallas Theological Seminary “In ‘The Seven Last Things,’ David MacLeod offers a clear and careful exposition of the events which will culminate human history. The serious student will find a mine of valuable resources in the extensive footnotes.” – William J. McRae President Emeritus and Minister-at-Large, Tyndale College and Seminary, Ontario “MacLeod gives a masterful study. Carefully researched and colorfully illustrated, these expositional studies are a delight to read. They remind us of the certainty of God’s future program in which He will make all things new. Everyone interested in knowing what God plans for the future will benefit from this important book.” – Roy B. Zuck Senior Professor Emeritus of Bible Exposition, Dallas Theological Seminary; Editor, Bibliotheca Sacra “MacLeod’s treatment of the biblical text shows that he is not only an experienced expositor of the original text of Scripture but also an exceptionally gifted writer on biblical themes. The book is easy to read, extremely interesting, and filled with many rich quotations and insightful doctrinal observations. Best of all, it is a model for good traditional Bible exposition.” – Alexander Strauch Bible Teacher, Author, Biblical Eldership, The New Testament Deacon, Using Your Home for Christ, and Men and Women: Equal Yet Different “A forthright defense of historical premillenialism that avoids sectarian name-calling and keeps the dialogue open with those who arrive at different conclusions.” – Donald G. Bloesch Professor of Theology Emeritus at Dubuque Theological Seminary |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Heaven’s Hallelujah Chorus: An Introduction to the “Last Things” — Revelation 19:1–10
The First Last Thing: The Second Coming of Christ
— Revelation 19:11–16
The Second Last Thing: The Defeat of Antichrist
— Revelation 19:17–21
The Third Last Thing: The Binding of Satan
— Revelation 20:1–3
The Fourth Last Thing: The Millennial Kingdom of Christ
— Revelation 20:4–6
The Fifth Last Thing: The Release of Satan and Man’s Final Rebellion
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Revelation 20:7–10
The Sixth Last Thing: The Last Judgment and the End of the World
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Revelation 20:11–15
The Seventh Last Thing: The New Heaven and the New Earth
— Revelation 21:1–8