How Awesome Will It Be?: A Teenager's Guide to Understanding and Preparing for the Second Coming

by Roger A. McKenzie

What are the signs of the last days? How can I prepare for the Second Coming? What will happen when the Savior returns? Am I ready?

Author Roger A. McKenzie answers these and many other questions about the Second Coming in this engaging book for Latter-day Saint youth. Drawing on the scriptures, insights from modern prophets and apostles, and his unique way of connecting with teenagers, the author helps young people understand the events of the times in which we are living. In addition, he shows that the faithful need not fear the last days.

"As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we have great reason to hope for the future," he writes. "Jesus loves us, and he wants nothing more than for us to look to the Second Coming with hope and excitement, not fear and doubt."

Genres: Religion, Young Adult

154 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Julenew · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is *definitely* written with a younger teenage audience in mind. But, that's what I was expecting. . . . And, since it's the pre-teen me who was terrified out of her mind on the subject, the adult me can put up with a little "youth speak" and Jr. High experiences references to learn that there *is* hope.

I am pleased to say that I scored 6 out of 6 on the "Are You Ready" quiz in the last chapter . . . &:-) Of course, like life, it's an ongoing process kind of quiz, and I still have a lot to learn and many things to work on.

But, the good news is, when the thief comes in the night, I'll have a light on and a security system in place! &;-)

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a short book about the Second Coming written especially for teenagers. Although it kind of skims over all of the events leading to the Second Coming, it still gives the reader an idea of future events. The last chapters tell what we should be doing to prepare. I especially liked his retelling of the 10 Virgins story and the story of Ananias and Sapphira. And I liked the chapter about gaining a strong testimony.

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Justine got this book for Christmas, but it is a fast read and I read it in a few short hours. The author does a great job explaining the events surrounding the second coming, but one thing he does even better is making it sound like an event full of hope and not one to be feared.
There were quite a few stories and analogies he used that I hope to use to teach my kids. Really liked it.

[Cnelsonquilt · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is actually a 4 plus. It is written with a focus on teenagers and is simplified in relation to other books written about the 2nd coming. I read it at the same time I was reading Jacob 5 in the Book of Mormon. That was very interesting to see the parallels.

[Bonnie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this out loud with my kids. All of us really enjoyed it. Very easy to understand and a touch of humor.

[Brandie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great read for teenagers and adults alike!!

[Aaron · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enlightening on the subject of the Seconed Coming and the last days.

[Boston · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a perfect book to read because it was geared toward teenagers, so I actually understood it and learned a lot.

[Amber Palmer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great for teenagers! Good info- I will save it for my kids. Adults- you can do much better. Read "The coming of the Lord" for an awesome non-fiction book on the second coming!

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very simple explanation of the coming of Christ.

[Tara Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book describing the second coming. It's very hopeful and informative. It's entertaining and easy to understand but not too simple.

[Shanna benson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought is was a great book, really easy to read and follow.

[Robb Menlove · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good information. Great quotes and references. WAY to many references to himself.