Excerpt from The Pre-Millennial Advent of Messiah Demonstrated From the Scriptures
A period of fourteen years has now elapsed since, in the first edition Of my work on the Apocalypse, which appeared in 1813, I brought before the church the doctrine of the second personal advent of our Lord at the commencement of the Millennium, and his reign upon earth during that dispensation. Opposed however as these views were to the doctrine held in highest repute in the church, and unsupported as I then was in maintaining them, by any other commentator of the present day, I did not, either in the first or the second editions of my work, enter into the subject minutely. I was, indeed, well aware, that the mind of the Christian public was scarcely at that time prepared to receive even some distant hints of the nature of the dispensation, which I then believed to be rapidly approaching, and now believe to be at the door. Contenting myself, therefore, with a simple avowal of the doctrine wherever it occurred in the course of exposition, I purposely abstained from further details; but in the Preface of my book, the sense in which I held the advent itself was thus explicitly acknowledged.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of biblical prophecy, specifically focusing on the concept of the Second Coming of Christ and its connection to the Millennial reign. The author challenges the prevailing interpretations of the time, advocating for a literal understanding of scriptural prophecies rather than allegorical or spiritualized readings. This work is situated within the broader context of 19th-century prophetic discourse, engaging with the works of prominent theologians and biblical scholars. The author meticulously examines key passages from the books of Daniel and Revelation, constructing a compelling argument for the imminence of Christ's return and the establishment of a literal thousand-year reign on Earth. The thematic depth of this book extends beyond mere prediction, exploring the theological implications of the Millennial doctrine for the church and the world. The author contemplates the nature of Christ's presence during the Millennium, the role of the saints in judgment, and the ultimate destiny of the righteous and the wicked. By presenting a comprehensive and thought-provoking analysis of scriptural prophecies, this book offers valuable insights into the Millennial hope and its significance for understanding God's redemptive plan for humanity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282405229_0
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