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God's Grand Finale: Wrath, Grace, and Glory in Earth’s Last Days
A God-Centered Overview of Revelation
The Bible’s last book is God’s final word to mankind—and the breathtaking revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ. Though this letter describes depravity, devils, and destruction, it also provides an incredible portrait of our almighty God, delivering profound insights into who he really is.
God’s Grand Finale examines the 13 characteristics of God that Revelation uniquely and vividly illustrates through its foretelling of earth’s last days. As you read, you will develop a clear overview of end times events experience how God uses the apocalyptic realities of Revelation to reveal himself to you grow in faith as these transformational truths about God deepen your reverence for him When the dust of Revelation settles, we behold the Lamb standing and ruling in triumphant, sovereign, and indescribable glory. As God’s Grand Finale illuminates how the end times will unfold, you’ll understand how the narrative arc of Bible prophecy reveals the awe-inspiring attributes of God.
The Bible’s last book is God’s final word to mankind—and the breathtaking revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ. Though this letter describes depravity, devils, and destruction, it also provides an incredible portrait of our almighty God, delivering profound insights into who he really is.
God’s Grand Finale examines the 13 characteristics of God that Revelation uniquely and vividly illustrates through its foretelling of earth’s last days. As you read, you will develop a clear overview of end times events experience how God uses the apocalyptic realities of Revelation to reveal himself to you grow in faith as these transformational truths about God deepen your reverence for him When the dust of Revelation settles, we behold the Lamb standing and ruling in triumphant, sovereign, and indescribable glory. As God’s Grand Finale illuminates how the end times will unfold, you’ll understand how the narrative arc of Bible prophecy reveals the awe-inspiring attributes of God.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 6, 2023
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Jeff Kinley
32 books71 followersJeff Kinley is a bestselling author who has written 32 books. Jeff is passionate and intentional about equipping Christians to know God and His Word. His books have been translated into multiple languages and sold throughout the world. Jeff's speaking ministry takes him to far away countries where he speaks on the topics related to his books, most notably Bible Prophecy. His Vintage Truth Podcast can be heard twice a week, and has listeners in over 70 countries.
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August 1, 2024
Disclaimer: I am not sure which eschatological view I agree with, I grew up with Dispensational Premillennialism (which this book espouses) but have been turned off of it, I have not found a home elsewhere yet. Disclaimer over.
Good in this book: I really like the author’s attempt to paint a picture of God’s character from the book of Revelation. I think he accomplishes this and it is unique. That part of the book was great. I thought the chapter on Revelation 4 about the throne was very good too.
Not so good: I wished he had kept back his eschatology a little more behind the scenes. There were some places where he could have made his point without out the “the Bible teaches…” when he means “my eschatology teaches…” I don’t know if that makes sense.
The bad: (and this is what has turned me off of this view) the straw manning of Amillenialism and Postmillenialism. These were both the usual tropes that I have heard over and over. I don’t know if he didn’t want the book to go too long or if he thought these were good arguments but they were not. I believe these are fellow believers and they deserve steel man arguments.
Also bad: he says “premillennialism is the most historical view of the end times.” But this is not true. He is teaching dispensational premillenialism not historic premillenialism, they are similar in that they believe Jesus returns before the millennium but they are NOT the same. Historic does not have a tribulation but it has been around since the early church. Dispensational premillenialism is the newest interpretation. So this was just not true and combined with the straw manning of the other views really left a bad taste in my mouth
Can someone help me….Dispensational premillenialism who are those on earth? Resurrected Christians? So do they get resurrected twice? The OT saints? Martyred Christians? So do they get new immortal bodies but those who survive the tribulation get mortal bodies? So two classes of people on the earth during the millennium? I don’t get this….
Anyway we’ll sorry this is so long
Good in this book: I really like the author’s attempt to paint a picture of God’s character from the book of Revelation. I think he accomplishes this and it is unique. That part of the book was great. I thought the chapter on Revelation 4 about the throne was very good too.
Not so good: I wished he had kept back his eschatology a little more behind the scenes. There were some places where he could have made his point without out the “the Bible teaches…” when he means “my eschatology teaches…” I don’t know if that makes sense.
The bad: (and this is what has turned me off of this view) the straw manning of Amillenialism and Postmillenialism. These were both the usual tropes that I have heard over and over. I don’t know if he didn’t want the book to go too long or if he thought these were good arguments but they were not. I believe these are fellow believers and they deserve steel man arguments.
Also bad: he says “premillennialism is the most historical view of the end times.” But this is not true. He is teaching dispensational premillenialism not historic premillenialism, they are similar in that they believe Jesus returns before the millennium but they are NOT the same. Historic does not have a tribulation but it has been around since the early church. Dispensational premillenialism is the newest interpretation. So this was just not true and combined with the straw manning of the other views really left a bad taste in my mouth
Can someone help me….Dispensational premillenialism who are those on earth? Resurrected Christians? So do they get resurrected twice? The OT saints? Martyred Christians? So do they get new immortal bodies but those who survive the tribulation get mortal bodies? So two classes of people on the earth during the millennium? I don’t get this….
Anyway we’ll sorry this is so long
April 12, 2024
Anticipation of my Eternity Future
It helped me have more clarity more who Jesus really is, what is to come with intentional anticipation for my eternity future. I can overcome any storm when I can visualize the Grand entry and Eternal residence into eternity with Jesus to a place of profound beauty that He has prepared for His repented believers. The time of Salvation and Repentance is Now for all while the Ark is open.Jesus wants to give you His living water to drink to fill your thirsty soul.
It helped me have more clarity more who Jesus really is, what is to come with intentional anticipation for my eternity future. I can overcome any storm when I can visualize the Grand entry and Eternal residence into eternity with Jesus to a place of profound beauty that He has prepared for His repented believers. The time of Salvation and Repentance is Now for all while the Ark is open.Jesus wants to give you His living water to drink to fill your thirsty soul.
December 19, 2023
Best book yet I have read on End Times.
Jeff is easily understood and very comprehensive in covering all essentials we need to know. Each topic is thoroughly documented and referenced. I plan on reading it a second time to be sure I haven't missed something along the way. A must read!
Jeff is easily understood and very comprehensive in covering all essentials we need to know. Each topic is thoroughly documented and referenced. I plan on reading it a second time to be sure I haven't missed something along the way. A must read!
April 12, 2025
From the moment I picked up God’s Grand Finale, I couldn’t put it down. Jeff Kinley does a remarkable job of tackling a complex and often controversial topic with clarity and biblical grounding. The claims are supported with scripture, and when he delves into areas that allow for different interpretations, he’s transparent in distinguishing between biblical fact and personal conviction.
One notable example is his clear preference for the premillennial view, which he reinforces throughout the book without being dogmatic.
This is a tough and often intimidating topic, but Kinley presents it in a way that’s both accessible and deeply engaging. It’s a compelling read for anyone seeking to understand end-times prophecy through a biblical lens. Highly recommended!
One notable example is his clear preference for the premillennial view, which he reinforces throughout the book without being dogmatic.
This is a tough and often intimidating topic, but Kinley presents it in a way that’s both accessible and deeply engaging. It’s a compelling read for anyone seeking to understand end-times prophecy through a biblical lens. Highly recommended!
July 18, 2023
A thorough study. The views on hell are somewhat medieval and perhaps folk who've had near-death experiences aren't all lying or deceived. Perhaps Jesus can look different at different times.
November 11, 2023
I liked much of what Mr. Kinley had to share. His book is mainly a study of the book of Revelation. His background information on the seven churches in Revelation 2 and 3 was particularly interesting. Mr. Kinley is of a pre-Tribulation mindset for when the catching away (Rapture) of the Church happens, which is my mindset as well.
I appreciated his explanations in Chapter 10 of amillennialism (not believing in a literal 1,000 year reign of Christ on earth) and postmillennialism (believing Jesus will not return to earth until the Church has brought about the kingdom of God for Him here). For both of these models, one has to spiritualize away nearly everything Revelation says about the end times.
Drawbacks in the book:
1. He didn't say anything about Revelation 10 (the angel with the little book who stands with one foot on the land and one foot on the sea). He did not write much about Revelation 13-18 (the rising up of the beast and the false prophet, up through the judgment of Babylon). He talked extensively about various other judgments in Revelation -- the breaking of the seals, the trumpet judgments, vials of wrath poured out, and the woes, but then skipped over to Revelation 19 and onward. I went back to see if I had mistakenly missed something, but apparently not.
2. Mr. Kinley is a cessationist (not believing in the gifts of the Spirit for today; not accepting the possibility that we have modern-day prophets and apostles). This didn't bother me a lot in itself, except that he lumped all Word of Faith people into the extremes of that movement and slurred them several times throughout the book.
He is also a very strong complementarian (women cannot teach) and somewhat linked women who do teach with the "Jezebel" prophetess in Thyatira (Revelation 2).
In Chapter 6, he said, "God never bypasses our minds to get to our hearts." Well, yes He does. He speaks to us Spirit to spirit, not Spirit to mind. He speaks to us through many means, but always to our spirit-man.
In Chapter 11, he lumps all those of us who believe in modern-day miracles, healing people in Jesus' name, casting out demons, prophesying, etc. into the "prosperity gospel," and says our names will not be found in the book of life (Revelation 20). He thinks we will be consigned to the lake of fire. This is quite an extreme cessationist error! I'm sure if Mr. Kinley sat down for any length of time and talked with those of us who believe in and do these things, he would change His mind, as he would see we love Jesus just like he does. A few bad eggs (false teachers) do not make the whole chicken coop stink!
All in all, I had a hard time deciding between rating the book with three or four stars. A great deal of it was worthy reading, but the strong assumptions against those who believe in and practice the gifts of the Spirit today was off-putting. 3 1/2 stars would be where I land.
I appreciated his explanations in Chapter 10 of amillennialism (not believing in a literal 1,000 year reign of Christ on earth) and postmillennialism (believing Jesus will not return to earth until the Church has brought about the kingdom of God for Him here). For both of these models, one has to spiritualize away nearly everything Revelation says about the end times.
Drawbacks in the book:
1. He didn't say anything about Revelation 10 (the angel with the little book who stands with one foot on the land and one foot on the sea). He did not write much about Revelation 13-18 (the rising up of the beast and the false prophet, up through the judgment of Babylon). He talked extensively about various other judgments in Revelation -- the breaking of the seals, the trumpet judgments, vials of wrath poured out, and the woes, but then skipped over to Revelation 19 and onward. I went back to see if I had mistakenly missed something, but apparently not.
2. Mr. Kinley is a cessationist (not believing in the gifts of the Spirit for today; not accepting the possibility that we have modern-day prophets and apostles). This didn't bother me a lot in itself, except that he lumped all Word of Faith people into the extremes of that movement and slurred them several times throughout the book.
He is also a very strong complementarian (women cannot teach) and somewhat linked women who do teach with the "Jezebel" prophetess in Thyatira (Revelation 2).
In Chapter 6, he said, "God never bypasses our minds to get to our hearts." Well, yes He does. He speaks to us Spirit to spirit, not Spirit to mind. He speaks to us through many means, but always to our spirit-man.
In Chapter 11, he lumps all those of us who believe in modern-day miracles, healing people in Jesus' name, casting out demons, prophesying, etc. into the "prosperity gospel," and says our names will not be found in the book of life (Revelation 20). He thinks we will be consigned to the lake of fire. This is quite an extreme cessationist error! I'm sure if Mr. Kinley sat down for any length of time and talked with those of us who believe in and do these things, he would change His mind, as he would see we love Jesus just like he does. A few bad eggs (false teachers) do not make the whole chicken coop stink!
All in all, I had a hard time deciding between rating the book with three or four stars. A great deal of it was worthy reading, but the strong assumptions against those who believe in and practice the gifts of the Spirit today was off-putting. 3 1/2 stars would be where I land.
October 27, 2023
I read this book very slowly as a daily devotional. There is so much great, biblical information that I wanted to be able to take it all in. I did not want to rush through the pages, but rather study them more closely.
The book highlights the grandeur of Jesus amidst the backdrop of the Bible's apocalyptic, prophetic Book of Revelation. Kinley is a masterful expositor of God's word. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wishes to understand how great a salvation awaits for those who trust in Christ. Thought the world seems scary and dark, God's love shines bright for those who trust in Him.
The book highlights the grandeur of Jesus amidst the backdrop of the Bible's apocalyptic, prophetic Book of Revelation. Kinley is a masterful expositor of God's word. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wishes to understand how great a salvation awaits for those who trust in Christ. Thought the world seems scary and dark, God's love shines bright for those who trust in Him.
March 28, 2025
I listen to Jeff Kinley often when he is a guest on "Understanding the Times" with Jan Markell. This was the first book I read of his, and I am already looking for more of his writing. Deep in scripture, you will learn much about God's final plan. I recommend this book to strengthen your knowledge about earth's last days.
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