Complete Four Views of the End Times DVD-based Small Group Study Kit

What do you know about the End Times?

Contemporary movies and many books both Christian and secular seek to provide answers about the End Times. Much of what is seen and heard is mere speculation with the terms used seeming to have whatever meaning the author decided they would have.

The Complete Four Views of the End Times DVD-based Small Group Study Kit - Six Sessions published by Rose Publishing provides Biblical definitions of the End Time terms while laying out clearly the four different views of the End Times within Christianity. Many of the questions about the rapture, second coming, tribulation and the millennium are addressed as well.

I was impressed with author Dr. Timothy Paul Jones ability to explain each view without hinting at his own view. His clear concise explanation of the terminology and events within Church History, that may have influenced that view, made it easy to follow. He presents what many offer as complicated if not sometimes contorted ideas, in a way that puts these teachings in a useable and easy to understand format.

The leaders and participant’s guides listed the terms with definitions, which make it fun to participate in the video teaching. The Leader’s guide also has a ‘Digging Deeper’ section that provides additional information and study resources. The Power Point presentation provides all of the teaching material and additional flexibility for the presentation of these materials. I also love the full color 14 panel-laminated pamphlet included in the kit, which concentrates the information in an easy to use and review format.

Once again Rose publishing, which provided me with a review copy, has done an outstanding job of in producing this high quality and useful resource for individual, small group or church study.

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Our Lord Prays for His Own

Discover 'Our Lord Prays for His Own: Thoughts on John 17,’ by Marcus Rainsford.

This is the Real Lord's Prayer and is a must read for every believer in Jesus! You will find out why what we call the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13 is really the disciples prayer taught to us by Jesus. This is a deep and masterful study knitting together scripture from throughout the Bible related to this prayer of Jesus, as He gets ready to die and be raised from the dead.

This book gives you deep and often eloquent insight into Jesus’ teaching concerning Himself and the Father as well as, the believer’s relationship to them and their role in the ongoing work of God in the earth.

There is a biography of the author’s spiritual and earthly life at the beginning of the book. This provides inspiration that here is a man of God who practices a life of intimacy with God, His Word and His Presence. Rainsford, a pastor and leading Bible teacher of his day worked with Evangelist D.L. Moody. At the end of some of Moody’s meetings they would have question and answer sessions in which Moody would often ask Rainsford to provide the answers. One of these sessions is recorded in the latter part of the book.

You will discover the wealth of Godly knowledge that is found by a life of devotion to God and immersion in God’s Word. Here is a life filled with prayer and the daily practice of a Biblical lifestyle, yielding all to Him and walking in His fullness.

Your intimacy and confidence in God’s love and power at work on your behalf will increase as you soak in the unveiled truths of this study of John 17  laid out in 42 chapters across 420 pages.

Pick it up or download it today and begin your journey into a greater understanding of Jesus relationship with the Father and His mission on earth. Thanks to Kregel Academic for sending this book to me to review. This link will take you to Kregel Publications online store.  http://store.kregel.com/productdetails.cfm?PC=612  On Facebook @KregelAcademic 

Four Views of the End Times

Key points from the 4 Views of the End Times

All views share some key points:
Jesus will come again for those who love him
Jesus calls his followers to be ready all the time.
No one knows the day or the hour.
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*Gun safety teaches you how to handle, store and use a gun so that no one gets hurt, except when you are defending yourself and then the bad guy gets it not you.

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Four Views of the End Times.

Check Out This Introductory Video on the Four Views of the End Times.
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For nearly 2000 years, Christians have wondered when will Christ return again. When he ascended into heaven, his disciples asked about the timing. The scriptures have many passages that refer to this important event. In this study, we'll explore what the Bible actually says about the end times that lead to the return of Jesus Christ. The differing ideas that divide believers into four major points-of-view are examined in this Four Views of the End Times DVD-based Small Group Study. This new six-week study shows four different Revelation time lines and tackles Dispensational Premillennialism, Postmillennialism, Historic Premillennialism, and Amillennialism. For each view, the study includes a definition, supporting Scriptures, a time line of the view’s popularity, and a sampling of Christian leaders supporting that view. Common questions and answers are handled as part of each session, so you don’t need to be the expert. Rose Publishing

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Feasts of the Bible Pamphlet

Feasts of the Bible - Jewish Roots of Believers in Yeshua (Jesus)
Throughout the Old Testament, God commanded the children of Israel to observe his holy days (holidays) to remember the mighty things that he had done in the lives of Israel's forefathers. The Feasts of the Bible pamphlet celebrates and explains the meaning behind the different feasts and why they are important to God. Feasts of the Bible contains an easy-to-read chart that provides each holiday's name, explanation, date of observance, and symbolic meaning pointing to Jesus as the promised Messiah. 
12 panels, fits inside most Bibles, 8.5 x 5.5 inches, unfolds to 33 inches long

Why should you learn about the Hebrew roots of Christianity?

As a Jew, Jesus celebrated these feasts and holidays each year. The pamphlet is an excellent tool to learn about the Jewish roots of Christianity and to discover Yeshua, "Jesus," in each "holy day." The pamphlet shows the Hebrew name, spelling, pronunciation, symbolism of Jesus, Bible references, and New Testament fulfillment for each of God's appointed feasts:

• Passover (Pesach)
• Unleavened Bread (Hag HaMatzot)
• Firstfruits (Yom HaBikkurim)
• Feast of Weeks or Pentecost (Shavuot)
• Feast of Trumpets or Rosh HaShanah (New Year)
• Day of Atonement or Yom Kippur
• Tabernacles or Sukkot (Feast of Booths)
• Rejoicing in the Law or Torah (Simchat)
• Feast of Dedication or Hanukkah (Chanukah or Feast of Lights)
• Feast of Lots or Purim

The Feasts of the Bible pamphlet provides important insights into the works of God on behalf of his chosen people. Feasts of the Bible is a celebration of the rich and meaningful heritage given to believers through Christ. The pamphlet reveals insightful and historical facts about each of the holidays; for example -

• Passover: A hymn is usually sung at the end of the Passover service, as was the case with Jesus and his disciples during the Last Supper (Matthew 26:30).
• During the Rosh HaShanah synagogue services, the shofar (ram's horn) is blown 100 times.
• Hanukkah is known as the Feast of Lights or the Feast of Dedication because of a legendary miraculous provision of oil for the eternal light in the Temple.
• Purim marks the deliverance of the Jews through Queen Esther.

Feasts of the Bible also includes additional fascinating facts about the feasts of the Bible; for instance:

• Leviticus 23 is sometimes called "God's calendar of redeeming grace" because the 44 verses tell of God's redemptive plan.
• God told Moses that seven of the feasts were to be "appointed feasts of the Lord" and were to be proclaimed as sacred assemblies (Leviticus 23:1 & 2).
• Three of the feasts were pilgrimage feasts.

Feasts of the Bible is a fantastic teaching tool for churches and groups who want to explore their Jewish heritage found in Christ. Believers will also find the observance of the feasts and holidays as a meaningful way to add depth to their devotion to God.

There's a small group DVD-based curriculum to go with this pamphlet. Click here (or go to FeastsOfTheBible.com) to see sample videos, sample sessions from the leader and participant guides, and to find out more about the Feasts of the BibleDVD-based study.

• September 4, 2013 - RoshHaShana (Jewish New Year)
• September 13-14, 2013- Yom Kippur
• September 18, 2013 - Sukkot

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Messiah in the Feasts of Israel

I love this book and the authors approach more than any other I have discovered on this subject. He starts out by saying that the sabbath and the feast are God's appointed times for redemption of His people and dwelling with them in relationship. This book is the core of the Feast of the Bible Dvd study Kit from Rose Publishing. @rosepublishing.

Often you hear people complain they do not understand the Old Testament as we call it. That is because we approach it as old and legalistic. 

This book can change your attitude and heart and you will gain an immense advantage in your walk with God.

Messiah in the Feast of Israel

5 Ways the Feasts of Israel Apply to You

Are you interested in the Old Testaments' customs, traditions, and feasts, but find them a bit confusing and un-relatable? Are you less likely to exclaim, "That applies to me" while reading about the Old Testament's traditions than the New Testament's parables? Did you know that the ancient feasts of the Bible actually symbolize God's redemptive program through Jesus Christ?

Some people ask, "Why should Christians know about ancient Jewish customs?" Old Testament holy days, such as the Feasts of Israel, provide a rich illustration and prophetic reflection of Jesus Christ. In fact, God called these special days his appointed feasts for all times, establishing them as memorials for his mighty works.

Uncover the connection between the Feasts of Israel and Jesus Christ in Sam Nadler's book Messiah in the Feasts of Israel .

Did You Know that Jesus Celebrated the Feasts of Israel?

Jesus and his disciples participated in a Passover feast, commonly known to Christians today as the Last Supper. In fact, Jesus recognized the importance of a number of feasts' customs throughout the New Testament. For example, Jesus waited until the seventh day of Sukkot, the greatest day, during the water pouring ceremony, to reveal that those who come to him will find "a living water." Jesus also intentionally exclaimed, "I am the Light of the world," as he stood near the 75-foot candlesticks erected for Sukkot.

Want to Know More?

Find out how Jesus participated in and used the feasts of Israel to reveal his identity in the book Messiah in the Feasts of Israel. Enrich your understanding of Jesus by learning about his customs and practices

In Messiah in the Feasts of Israel, discover how Jesus Christ relates to -

• Sabbath
• The Feast of Passover
• Firstfruits
• The Feast of Pentecost
• Rosh Hashanah (The Feast of Trumpets)
• Yom Kippur (The Day of Atonement)
• The Feast of Booths
• Hanukkah (The Feast of Dedication)
• Purim

Explore each feast's -

• Historical background
• Biblical practice/customs
• Prophetic importance
• Symbolic meaning
• Present-day application
• Old and New Testament connection

Sounds complicated? Don't worry, unlike other books on this topic, Dr. Nadler explains complex concepts in simple and concise language, enabling you to grasp and remember "in-depth" analysis easily.

Don't miss out on Messiah in the Feasts of Israel 's Resource Features:

• A Jewish and Messianic glossary
• An overview chart summarizing the Feasts' themes
• Torah references (a helpful resource for personal study and for talking with Jewish friends)
• Old and New Testament scripture
• Hebrew terminology
• Thousands of fascinating facts
• Over 50 helpful study questions

Unlike other authors, Sam Nadler provides a unique perspective: a Jewish Christian perspective. Nadler's orthodox Jewish background and Christian beliefs ensures the authenticity and accuracy of Messiah in the Feasts of Israel.

"Why Do I, as a Christian, Need to Study Jewish Feasts?"

5 Reasons to Study the Feasts of Israel

Reflects Christian Themes

Feasts of Israel reflect significant themes that still apply to Christians and their relationship with God. 

Christian Themes Found in the Feasts of Israel:
• Sanctification
• Witnessing
• Redemption
• Tithing
• Restoration
• Salvation
• Glorification
• Remembrance
• Atonement



1. Increases Your Understanding of Key Biblical Events


The origins of the Feasts of Israel shed light on key Bible stories, from the Fall of Man in the Garden of Eden to Jesus' transfiguration. 

Enjoy Bible stories' historical and cultural context at your fingertips! 


2. Answers Significant Spiritual Questions


Messiah in the Feasts of Israel answers theological and personal questions. 

What are some of the personal questions?
• How can we find rest, peace, and a dynamic relationship with God?
• How can we live in spiritual freedom, not spiritual bondage?
• How can we trust God's plan?
• Whom are we seeking?
• How strong is our spiritual foundation?
• How can we "dwell" in Christ?
3. Highlights Jesus' Symbolism
Each Feast of Israel points to Christ.
Find out how Christ relates to-
• Yashaw (Shabbat)
• Passover lamb
• Afikomen
• Firstfruits
• Shavuot peace offering
• Sukkah
• And MORE.
4. Helps Us Remember and Honor Jesus' Sacrifice
Discover how participating in the Feasts of Israel represents an act of worship.
Used for?

• Individual use
• Discipleship
• Small Group or Sunday School class
• Christian School
• Homeschoolers
• New Believers' class
• Support Groups
• Prayer Circles
• Church library

Why Buy?

• Includes helpful headers. Easy to read.
• Uses concise and simple language. Easy to understand.
• Contains thousands of fascinating facts.
• Provides study questions after each section.
• Offers a unique Jewish-Christian perspective.
• Covers most major feasts and holidays in one book!
• Includes a thematic chart and glossary.
• Integrates Hebrew terminology.
• Connects the Old and New Testament's customs.

There's a small group DVD-based curriculum to go with this book. Click here (or go to go to FeastsOfTheBible.com) to see sample videos, sample sessions from the leader and participant guides, and to find out more about the Feasts of the Bible DVD Study

Ideas for Use?

Additional Questions for Discussion or Journaling

1. Read "A Sanctifying Sin" (13). What are responsibilities and distractions that keep us from Shabbat (from resting)? How can Christians find peace in today's fast pace world?
2. Read "The Feast of Passover" (pg. 20-59). Before the Passover celebration, participants remove all leavened products from the home. What are the historical and spiritual reasons for this removal? How can we "clean house," our hearts, on a day-to-day basis?
3. Read "Do This in Remembrance of Me" (pg. 47-50). What does the third cup symbolize? How can we remember Jesus' redemptive sacrifice in a contemporary context?
4. Read "Firstfruits: Our Resurrected Messiah" (pg. 62-78). Name the obstacles one would have to face to steal the body of the Messiah? How can knowing this knowledge reaffirm Christians' faith?
5. Read "Getting Caught Up" (pg. 108-109). According to Nadler, how does the Feast of Trumpets relate to the Rapture? What does this suggest about the contemporary relevance of the Feast of Israel?
6. Read "Water and Spirit" (155-158). One of the major temple customs practiced during Sukkot involves a water-pouring ceremony. What did this water-pouring ceremony initially represent? How did Jesus and the Holy Spirit fulfill this?
7. Review "Water and Spirit" (155-158).What can keep Christians from daily responding to Jesus' invitation to "come?" How can Christians prevent themselves from becoming "spiritually dry?"
8. Read "Messiah, The Eternal Sukkah" (168-169) and "Our Protection In The Sukkah" (170-171). What is a Sukkah? How is Jesus Christians' Sukkah? In what ways can Christians learn to "dwell" in Jesus? What obstacles might Christians need to overcome to learn how to "cover" themselves in Christ?

Recommended By?

"Dr. Sam Nadler is amazing! I was suddenly swept away by the magnificent symbolism and vibrant truth the feasts portray. His perspective as a Jewish believer brought up in a traditional home made the Old Testament Feasts come alive as never before. His insight and attention to detail is phenomenal. Who could have guessed it was all about Jesus Christ? Compelling, enlightening and powerful teaching!" 
-Dave Weeden, Producer/Director of The King Is Coming telecast. 

"Sam Nadler is one of today's most solid Messianic Jewish teachers. He brings fascinating insights without losing sight of major scriptural truths. He is doctrinally sound and yet calls for Christians to look afresh for new discoveries in the Word. And he demonstrates with undeniable clarity how the Feasts and Holy Days of Israel are of importance to the Church today, indeed, how they are ultimately witnesses to Yeshua the Messiah. If you are looking for practical, edifying, and enlightened teaching on this important topic, look no further." 
-Dr. Michael L. Brown, author of Answering Jewish Objections to Jesus 

"When you understand the biblical appointments (feasts), your depth of intimacy with God will greatly increase." 
-Sid Roth, Host of It's Supernatural! Television 

"Dr. Sam Nadler loves the word of God and the people of God and it becomes clear as he guides the Christ follower through what is often a misunderstood and overlooked part of God's incredible plan for His people. Seeing Christ in the Feasts of Israel with impact and enlighten you as to the past, present and most importantly, the future!" 
-Dr. Gary D. Frazier, President of Discovery Missions International 

"WOW - This is really a "winner!" High praise and many thanks to Dr. Nadler for giving such a clear and concise understanding of Jesus in every aspect of our Hebrew feasts. His presentation can be easily understood by novice, student, or theologian. I can't wait for more." 
-Dr. Ron Woolever, Shammah Ministries (Azle, Texas) 

"Everything God has ever done has meaning, layers of meaning. . . and purpose. To learn His meanings and purpose is to know God Himself better. What in all eternity is more important than that? My personal thanks to Dr. Sam Nadler." 
-Pat Boone 

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Four Views of the End Times

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Complete Four Views of the End Times DVD-based Small Group Study Kit - Six Sessions

Nearly 2000 years, Christians have wondered when will Christ return again. When he ascended into heaven, his disciples asked about the timing. The scriptures have many passages that refer to this important event. In this study, we'll explore what the Bible actually says about the end times that lead to the return of Jesus Christ. The differing ideas that divide believers into four major points-of-view are examined in this Four Views of the End Times DVD-based Small Group Study.This six-part study shows four different Revelation time lines and tackles Dispensational Premillennialism, Postmillennialism, Historic Premillennialism, and Amillennialism. For each view,Four Views of the End Times includes a definition, supporting Scriptures, a time line of the view's popularity, and a sampling of Christian leaders supporting that view. Common questions and answers are handled as part of each session, so you don't need to be the expert.

Four Views of the End Times DVD-based Small Group Study participants will enjoy this study and will come away with an objective view of the four major positions. They will also see that the focus of Scripture is Jesus Christ himself. over and above specific details. They will understand that each Christian needs to be ready at all times, and that no one knows the exact timing of events.

Four Views of the End Times DVD-based Small Group Curriculum Version Comparison

Component	Full Kit with Sample of all Printed Curriculum - $89.99Product Code: 770X ISBN 9781596364127	Curriculum on DVD Only"Leader Pack" - $29.99Product Code: 770DV ISBN 9781596364240
Six sessions on DVD - $29.99
1 Printed Leader Guide* - $14.99 80 pages; Not reproducible; ISBN 9781596364257		---
1 Printed Participant Guide* - $8.99 96 pages; Not reproducible: ISBN 9781596364264		---
PDF of Leader Guide (digital file)
PDF of Participant Guide (digital file)- $9.99 for up to 5 copies	Online	Online
PowerPoint on CD-ROM* - $39.99 value 120 slides; Not reproducible; ISBN 9781596363014		---
PDF files for posters, fliers, handouts, bulletin inserts, and banners
Four Views of the End Timespamphlet* - $3.99 A fold-out reference chart that fits inside a Bible; Not reproducible; ISBN 9781596360891		---

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About speaker and author, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones:
Dr. Jones serves as Professor of Leadership and Church Ministry at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He holds a bachelor's and master's degrees in biblical literature and pastoral ministry, and has earned a doctorate in educational leadership from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Dr. Jones has written numerous books, including Christian History Made Easy,Answers to The Da Vinci Code (Rose Publishing) and co-authored The Da Vinci Codebreaker (Bethany House), Prayers Jesus Prayed (Servant Publications), Praying Like the Jew, Jesus (Messianic Jewish Publications), Finding God in a Galaxy Far, Far Away (Multnomah Press), Hullabaloo: Reflections from the Intersection of Faith and Life (Cook Communications), and Misquoting Truth: A Guide to the Fallacies of Bart Ehrman's "Misquoting Jesus" (InterVarsity Press).

Nearly one-half million of his books and pamphlets are in print around the world, while Dr. Jones' articles have appeared in numerous magazines, includingDiscipleship Journal, Preaching, Biblical Illustrator, Perspectives in Religious Studies,Religious Education, Christian Education Journal and Bibliotheca Sacra. Dr. Jones has also contributed more than 200 entries to two popular reference works, Nelson's New Christian Dictionary and Nelson's Dictionary of Christianity (Thomas Nelson).

Dr. Jones served as the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Rolling Hills, a growing congregation on the outskirts of Tulsa, Oklahoma. In 2007, he became the Assistant Professor of Leadership and Church Ministry at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He has also served Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Oklahoma Baptist University's Ministry Training Institute as a visiting professor of biblical languages.

He has also received the Baker Book House Award for excellence in theological scholarship as well as the North American Professors of Christian Education Scholastic Recognition Award for his doctoral research in the field of spiritual formation. 

Endorsements

"It doesn't take long for a discussion of the end times to get kooky, hyper-complex, or both. If you're afraid to talk about the last days because you're afraid you'll wind up gazing at byzantine prophecy charts or listening to someone talk about how you ought to be storing up food and weapons, this book is for you. Timothy Paul Jones, one of the most brilliant scholars in the Christian world, takes the words of Jesus seriously, all of them, including the ones about the end. He takes them so seriously that he refuses to hide them under a bushel of scholarly jargon or of sensationalistic hype. Read and be blessed."
-Russell D. Moore, Provost, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary 

"It seems that the Christian interest in the end times will never end. Unfortunately, much confusion reigns within the various evangelical camps regarding what the other camps believe. If you are interested in really understanding the several evangelical approaches to the end times this study is a must! Dr. Jones knows his material well and presents it clearly. I highly commend Dr. Jones for his intelligent, fair, and practical presenation of theFour Views of the End Times."
Kenneth L. Gentry, Jr., Th.D.
Author, He Shall Have Dominion and Before Jerusalem Fell

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