(short) Book Review: A book that may be of some
interest....
(Review by Laymen Ministries)
"What significance, if any, does the year 1844 and the oft-attacked events surrounding it have for Christians today? Is there a way to make sense of the confusing maze of beasts, dates, and kingdoms in
Daniel? And why should it matter?
A layman's guide to understanding the prophecies of Daniel 7-9 in a manner that validates the tried and tested Adventist teachings on the investigative judgment. In clear language, this book will help you understand the symbols, kingdoms, and dates surrounding the prophecies, and more important, help you to see why it is essetial to you as a Christian, and relevant to your life today."
"Mostly important, though, I show how the gospel is central to the judgment. I contend that the only way to fully appreciate the gospel is to understand it in light of judgment. For instance, in Daniel 7 judgment is given in “favor of the saints of the Most High” (verse 22, KJV). Why? How can anyone stand when God will “bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil” (Eccl. 12:14)? The key is found in Daniel 8:14, the cleansing of the sanctuary, when the blood shed on the Day of Atonement covers their sins. “He will make atonement for the Most Holy Place because of the uncleanness and rebellion of the Israelites, whatever their sins have been” (Lev. 16:16)." Clifford Goldstein
(Review by Laymen Ministries)
1844 Made Simple
by Clifford Goldstein
Publisher: Pacific Press Publishing Association (1988) Pages: 96
"What significance, if any, does the year 1844 and the oft-attacked events surrounding it have for Christians today? Is there a way to make sense of the confusing maze of beasts, dates, and kingdoms in
A layman's guide to understanding the prophecies of Daniel 7-9 in a manner that validates the tried and tested Adventist teachings on the investigative judgment. In clear language, this book will help you understand the symbols, kingdoms, and dates surrounding the prophecies, and more important, help you to see why it is essetial to you as a Christian, and relevant to your life today."
"Mostly important, though, I show how the gospel is central to the judgment. I contend that the only way to fully appreciate the gospel is to understand it in light of judgment. For instance, in Daniel 7 judgment is given in “favor of the saints of the Most High” (verse 22, KJV). Why? How can anyone stand when God will “bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil” (Eccl. 12:14)? The key is found in Daniel 8:14, the cleansing of the sanctuary, when the blood shed on the Day of Atonement covers their sins. “He will make atonement for the Most Holy Place because of the uncleanness and rebellion of the Israelites, whatever their sins have been” (Lev. 16:16)." Clifford Goldstein