The Truth Behind Left Behind A Biblical View of the End Times

by Hitchcock, Mark; Ice, Thomas; LaHaye, Tim

• ISBN13: 9781590523667
• ISBN10: 1590523660
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-03-08
• Publisher: Multnomah

Summary

With the unparalleled worldwide success of the Left Behind series, both fans and critics are curious about the relationship between Bible prophecy and the events depicted in the novels. Responding to recent works that question Left Behind's biblical accuracy, two respected theologians set forth solid, biblical answers in this reader-friendly resource. Beginning with a clear presentation of prophecy interpretation and dispensationalism, the authors examine specific end times events represented in Left Behind and offer historical and biblical support for each event. The popular Left Behind books are works of fiction. But how seriously can you take their predictions about the end of the world - and you own future? In this reader-friendly resource, two respected theologians respond to recent attacks on Left Behind's interpretation of Bible prophecy, providing clear historical and biblical support for specific end times events described in the novels. Gain a deeper appreciation of these phenomenal bestsellers - and a deeper understanding of earth's cataclysmic final days! Story Behind the Book With the incredible success of this series, we believe that it would be beneficial to the body of Christ for someone to publish a book that gives solid, thoughtful, biblical answers to the critics of the Left Behind theology. With the questions that are being raised and will continue to be raised, many may begin to wonder if the Left Behind theology is really biblical. Some of the impact of the series could be undermined. This book would set forth substantive biblical points in favor of the various end times events presented in the series.

Author Biography

Mark Hitchcock

Mark Hitchcock earned his master of theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and is presently a Ph.D. candidate at the same school. He has pastored Faith Bible Church in Edmond, Oklahoma, since 1991 and has written eleven books. Mark and his wife, Cheryl, live in Oklahoma with their two sons, Justin and Samuel.

Thomas Ice

Thomas Ice, executive director of the Pre-Trib Research Center, holds a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. from Tyndale Theological Seminary. Ice is the author or coauthor of more than twenty books and dozens of articles. He has served as a pastor for fifteen years. Tommy and his wife, Janice, have three sons and live in Arlington, Texas.

Table of Contents

Introduction by Tim LaHaye	5	(8)
PART ONE HEADLINES
1. The Truth Behind the Fiction	13	(7)
2. The Rapture: Left Behind	20	(23)
3. The Coming Russian/Islamic Invasion: Left Behind	43	(13)
4. Israel: God's Super Sign: Tribulation Force	56	(19)
5. Salvation for Those Left Behind: Soul Harvest	75	(13)
6. The Seven-Year Tribulation: Tribulation Force	88	(13)
7. New Babylon: Left Behind	101	(26)
8. Antichrist: Nicolae	127	(14)
9. The Mark of the Beast: The Mark	141	(11)
10. World News and Left Behind	152	(11)
PART TWO FOUNDATIONS
11. How Should We Interpret Bible Prophecy?	163	(15)
12. What Is Dispensationalism?	178	(13)
13. The History of the Rapture	191	(16)
Notes	207