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Wake the Bride: Facing The Last Days with Your Eyes Wide Open
Jeff Kinley wrote this innovative guide to the book of Revelation for the same reason the apostle John wrote the original--to arouse a sleeping church to prepare for Christ's return. Jesus said, "Wake up and strengthen the things that remain."
The apostle Paul shared the same concern. "Wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed."
Many people are unaware of the signs of the times. Many others seem consumed by end-times hype. Kinley shows that our primary concern should not be the timing of Christ's return but rather the spirit and character He desires in His bride.
You'll find enlightening descriptions of Jesus and His coming, the church and its mission, heaven and judgment, Satan and the antichrist, and other themes of Revelation. Bolster your confidence and conviction with this up-to-date presentation of Christ's clear message to the church.
The apostle Paul shared the same concern. "Wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed."
Many people are unaware of the signs of the times. Many others seem consumed by end-times hype. Kinley shows that our primary concern should not be the timing of Christ's return but rather the spirit and character He desires in His bride.
You'll find enlightening descriptions of Jesus and His coming, the church and its mission, heaven and judgment, Satan and the antichrist, and other themes of Revelation. Bolster your confidence and conviction with this up-to-date presentation of Christ's clear message to the church.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 1, 2015
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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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October 11, 2015
Hard to believe that I've been studying the Book of Revelation for almost 30 years now and until recently never understood what I had been missing for quite some time. It took an in-depth, verse by verse, study of it to finally have that "A-ha!" moment where it clicked. Now I can honestly say that when I pick up books written on the Book of Revelation, I can view it with a biblical view instead of merely another book on Bible Prophecy.
Wake the Bride from author Jeff Kinley, conveys the beauty of what awaits believers and non believers alike one day in the not so distant future using the Book of Revelation and breaking it down in a simplified manner. This is NOT an extensive look into the last prophetic book of the Bible, but a wake up call that we are called to be ready when Jesus returns in the rapture, an event the Bible highlights must happen before the ushering in of the Tribulation Period, those 7 years of God's judgment and final call to those who dwell on the earth, to choose Him or perish forever in everlasting judgment being cast into the lake of fire.
While many would argue why such a loving God would offer this as our final destination, we must realize that God does not desire for any to spend an eternity in everlasting torment, but it is our choice that decides our own fate. We ourselves choose and thus the urgency for many to stop waiting and get right with God now, before they simply miss out and have to endure the Tribulation period foretold in Revelation, Daniel, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, Isaiah and other books of the Bible. This book calls us to search within our own lives as to just how ready are we? The letters to the seven churches in the Bible applied to the regional churches of Asia Minor in that day but is also a modern day look at evaluating the life of a believer even today. Jeff details one of those letters, the Church of Laodicea, which I believe we are seeing all over the world today, as churches put their Bible doctrine on the shelf in lieu of accepting all forms of religion and bypassing the less than desirable portions of the Bible out of fear of offending anyone.
He also takes readers into the heart of the Tribulation that is to come, the seven seals, the trumpets and bowl judgments and how that will impact the world possibly. One chapter I really enjoyed was the recent rise to such "heavenly" movies where people and children have claimed to have visited heaven but all their views are inconsistent with what the Bible describes heaven will be like and all their stories conflict with one another. Are we being set up for a great deception that will take us away from the truth of the Bible and the Jesus we need to know for our salvation?
I received Wake the Bride by Jeff Kinley compliments of Harvest House Publishers for my honest review. I did not receive any monetary compensation for a favorable review, aside from a free copy of the book for my honest opinion. At little over 200 pages this will give readers a brief overview of the Bible Prophecy events from the Bible and I believe will encourage the reader to take their own personal journey through the Bible along the way as they research the various scripture references and other notable resources discussed in this book. For me, I rate it a 4 out of 5 stars, but I LOVE a book that really digs in deep to books like Revelation and Daniel. For those looking for a overview of what's to come and what we should be prepared for and focused on, this will definitely be worth it.
Wake the Bride from author Jeff Kinley, conveys the beauty of what awaits believers and non believers alike one day in the not so distant future using the Book of Revelation and breaking it down in a simplified manner. This is NOT an extensive look into the last prophetic book of the Bible, but a wake up call that we are called to be ready when Jesus returns in the rapture, an event the Bible highlights must happen before the ushering in of the Tribulation Period, those 7 years of God's judgment and final call to those who dwell on the earth, to choose Him or perish forever in everlasting judgment being cast into the lake of fire.
While many would argue why such a loving God would offer this as our final destination, we must realize that God does not desire for any to spend an eternity in everlasting torment, but it is our choice that decides our own fate. We ourselves choose and thus the urgency for many to stop waiting and get right with God now, before they simply miss out and have to endure the Tribulation period foretold in Revelation, Daniel, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, Isaiah and other books of the Bible. This book calls us to search within our own lives as to just how ready are we? The letters to the seven churches in the Bible applied to the regional churches of Asia Minor in that day but is also a modern day look at evaluating the life of a believer even today. Jeff details one of those letters, the Church of Laodicea, which I believe we are seeing all over the world today, as churches put their Bible doctrine on the shelf in lieu of accepting all forms of religion and bypassing the less than desirable portions of the Bible out of fear of offending anyone.
He also takes readers into the heart of the Tribulation that is to come, the seven seals, the trumpets and bowl judgments and how that will impact the world possibly. One chapter I really enjoyed was the recent rise to such "heavenly" movies where people and children have claimed to have visited heaven but all their views are inconsistent with what the Bible describes heaven will be like and all their stories conflict with one another. Are we being set up for a great deception that will take us away from the truth of the Bible and the Jesus we need to know for our salvation?
I received Wake the Bride by Jeff Kinley compliments of Harvest House Publishers for my honest review. I did not receive any monetary compensation for a favorable review, aside from a free copy of the book for my honest opinion. At little over 200 pages this will give readers a brief overview of the Bible Prophecy events from the Bible and I believe will encourage the reader to take their own personal journey through the Bible along the way as they research the various scripture references and other notable resources discussed in this book. For me, I rate it a 4 out of 5 stars, but I LOVE a book that really digs in deep to books like Revelation and Daniel. For those looking for a overview of what's to come and what we should be prepared for and focused on, this will definitely be worth it.
January 7, 2016
So instead of looking for signs, bride, listen for His voice and look for the Lord Himself! Are you ready? Are you awake? Realizing our time is limited and viewing Jesus's return as imminent causes us to live a life filled with urgency, hope and purpose.
With the rebirth of Israel is one of the many prophecies that have come to pass and is marker of the return of Christ. Revelation is a book for the church to WAKE UP and remember our first love of Christ and the church. It is a book to encourage, comfort, and to give the church warning of "sleeping". It is and should be an urgency for us all. It was after Christ was crucified and rose again and it should be for us today.
This book is not another read on how Jesus is a ticket to heaven, but that Jesus is the reason for heaven. I loved what he said that Christ 2nd coming is not to be a salvation scare tactic but a romance. It is a call to trust Him and his word. Have we lost our anticipation for Christ's return? Does it show in our church and every day life? How many sermons have you heard on this important doctrine?
This study of this important doctrine gives the reader guidance in the Book of Revelation all the while pointing to Christ. The purpose of the Church and the significance of the 7 years. I highly recommend this book.
A Special Thank You to Harvest House Publishing and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an review.
With the rebirth of Israel is one of the many prophecies that have come to pass and is marker of the return of Christ. Revelation is a book for the church to WAKE UP and remember our first love of Christ and the church. It is a book to encourage, comfort, and to give the church warning of "sleeping". It is and should be an urgency for us all. It was after Christ was crucified and rose again and it should be for us today.
This book is not another read on how Jesus is a ticket to heaven, but that Jesus is the reason for heaven. I loved what he said that Christ 2nd coming is not to be a salvation scare tactic but a romance. It is a call to trust Him and his word. Have we lost our anticipation for Christ's return? Does it show in our church and every day life? How many sermons have you heard on this important doctrine?
This study of this important doctrine gives the reader guidance in the Book of Revelation all the while pointing to Christ. The purpose of the Church and the significance of the 7 years. I highly recommend this book.
A Special Thank You to Harvest House Publishing and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an review.
November 2, 2015
After reading "In the Days of Noah" by Jeff Kinley, I was looking forward to his new book released this fall, "Wake The Bride", which covers the book of Revelation and the eventual return of Jesus Christ. Kinley hits "the important mountain peaks", giving the reader a "clear panorama of end-times events and their significance" to our lives now.
This was a great summary and commentary on the last book in The Bible, which made my heart pound in places as I tried to grasp and comprehend the End of Days. The questions raised in the chapter "Gold, Silver and Bronze" really made me pause and start trying to formulate what those answers are! What are those answers? Those questions most of all were most valuable to me, along with the commentary the author provides as believers as myself try to understand the book of Revelation. This will be a book that I will return to in the study of the Word. As Kinley notes: "Reading about Jesus's Second Coming is meant to evoke a tangible response in His bride, leading her to repentance, reverence, rejoicing or shock and silence. However, it cannot leave her affected." (p 158) Amen!
This was a great summary and commentary on the last book in The Bible, which made my heart pound in places as I tried to grasp and comprehend the End of Days. The questions raised in the chapter "Gold, Silver and Bronze" really made me pause and start trying to formulate what those answers are! What are those answers? Those questions most of all were most valuable to me, along with the commentary the author provides as believers as myself try to understand the book of Revelation. This will be a book that I will return to in the study of the Word. As Kinley notes: "Reading about Jesus's Second Coming is meant to evoke a tangible response in His bride, leading her to repentance, reverence, rejoicing or shock and silence. However, it cannot leave her affected." (p 158) Amen!
July 23, 2016
Rekindling Our Love -
Wake the Bride by Jeff Kinley is a sobering assessment of today’s church and few images better convey that heartbreaking reality than a sleeping bride on the eve of her wedding night. It’s the picture of a bride who has lost the expectancy for the coming of her groom and is caught unprepared when he comes for her.
In this, his latest book, Jeff Kinley takes his readers on a biblical journey of rediscovery with the intent to rekindle your love and expectancy for your groom. Along the way he’ll impress upon you the importance of vigilance as well as the necessity of running the race to win.
The final chapters of this book inspire the reader with the hope of Yeshua’s coming and the wonders in store for all believers who are prepared when He returns. There are several finer points of Bible prophecy which I disagree with the author but they in no way detract from my appreciation for the overall message that Mr. Kinley so well conveyed.
Wake the Bride Indeed!
Wake the Bride by Jeff Kinley is a sobering assessment of today’s church and few images better convey that heartbreaking reality than a sleeping bride on the eve of her wedding night. It’s the picture of a bride who has lost the expectancy for the coming of her groom and is caught unprepared when he comes for her.
In this, his latest book, Jeff Kinley takes his readers on a biblical journey of rediscovery with the intent to rekindle your love and expectancy for your groom. Along the way he’ll impress upon you the importance of vigilance as well as the necessity of running the race to win.
The final chapters of this book inspire the reader with the hope of Yeshua’s coming and the wonders in store for all believers who are prepared when He returns. There are several finer points of Bible prophecy which I disagree with the author but they in no way detract from my appreciation for the overall message that Mr. Kinley so well conveyed.
Wake the Bride Indeed!
June 11, 2023
Incredibly insightful and “easy to understand” explanation of the final book of the Bible - Revelation. It can be a big, scary, daunting book to get through and feel like you truly understand. Jeff does an amazing job at breaking it down into todays terms that are easily digested. I also would highly recommend his podcast (co-hosted with Todd Hampson) called Prophecy Pros. So so so good! I’ve learned so much in just less than a year! Thankful I stumbled across it.
November 14, 2015
Wake the Bride, a timely read
A very thought-provoking and timely book that I recommend for the believer and perhaps more so for the lost unbeliever. Jesus is coming for His bride so time to be fully awake and fully aware. Also, time to work to bring more to faith in our Lord Jesus.
A very thought-provoking and timely book that I recommend for the believer and perhaps more so for the lost unbeliever. Jesus is coming for His bride so time to be fully awake and fully aware. Also, time to work to bring more to faith in our Lord Jesus.
July 27, 2017
Jeff Kinley is a great author, and this is a clear understandable book on Revelation.
June 22, 2023
A great wake up call to the church. A wonderful review of the book of Revelation.
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