The 50 Final Events in World History: The Bible’s Last Words on Earth’s Final Days

by Robert J. Morgan

How much do you know about the end of the world?

In The 50 Final Events in World History, beloved and respected pastor Robert J. Morgan takes readers on a journey through end-times prophecy, walking step-by-step through the end of the world to the dawn of the new kingdom of heaven.

Heard of worldwide pandemics? Weapons of mass destruction flashing through the air? Global water and air contamination? The nation of Israel restored after 2,000 years, encircled by hostile nations and buffered by the nation of Jordan? Air evacuations with machines having two wings? Threats from Russia and Asia? Extremism in Turkey? Clamor for globalization? Hand implants for commerce and security? The gospel penetrating unreached places? Violent persecution? Cascading wickedness? The world falling apart?

All of this is predicted in the book of Revelation. 

If you find yourself baffled and maybe even a little intimidated by end times and the book of Revelation, The 50 Final Events in World History will be a

comprehensive yet easy-to-understand overview of the book of Revelation,resource you can turn to again and again,helpful tool that translates the events of Revelation both literally and sequentially, andguide to interpret present circumstances as well as future events.Revelation is the Bible’s final words on the world’s last days. The key is understanding its simple sequence of events–one after another, clearly laid out­–the fifty final events in world history.

This is information we need to know now since we might soon be on the doorstep of event #1.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction

272 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 12, 2022

Reviews

[Kerrie Hatcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read the Bible book of Revelation many times. Did I understand much of what I read? Well, not really. Whether you have read Revelation or not, this book helps you have a better grasp of those final 50 events in world history. I had several "aha" and "now I get it" moments!

[Rayann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Robert Morgan takes the reader through the book of Revelation and, in his easy to read manner, makes it easier to understand than any previous study I have ever done on the book of Revelation. Jesus' heavenly glory and authority are highlighted. Believers are inspired to remain steadfast in the Lord and make Him known as we eagerly await His glorious return.

[Jon Mellberg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Revelation is no easy book to grasp, but as a faithful follower of Christ it is not only our duty to read it but to also understand and apply all of God’s word. We know how the universe began in Genesis. We are also so very blessed to know how the world will end. Revelation is shrouded in mystery and uncertainty, just as tomorrow and all future days are. But Revelation is also known for its apocalyptic prophesy and imagery, and it can be scary as a believer(and I imagine it would be wholly terrifying as an unbeliever!). “The 50 Final Events in World History” by Robert J. Morgan does well to pull back the veil in helping us understand and appreciate the last of the 66 books of the Bible.

What I liked: Morgan is obviously in love with God, and it shows with his writing. There is great comfort to be gleaned just from how he writes about our Lord and Savior. He lays out his beliefs as well as his approach to reading and interpreting Revelation. He is equally confident and readily able to admit that he may be wrong about this or that. And he thoroughly utilizes scripture, as he should, to back his claims. He holds a literal view of the text as well as chronological. He asserts that Revelation is for all to read and all to grasp. Of this I firmly agree. I don’t believe that only the most brilliant theologians can understand Revelation. Morgan also points out a beautiful pattern of the shifting focus for viewing events in the heavens to viewing events on the earth. This is an important pattern in bolstering our hope in Revelation and not just our understanding. Whatever the turmoil on earth, Heaven is always celebratory, because we are all inevitably marching toward God’s preordained ending, and with it, eternity in heaven with God!

What I didn’t like: There were a few different claims that I could not immediately or confidently follow. Eschatology (the study of end times and what it all means for humanity) is and always will be a tough nut to crack. Morgan believes in pre-tribulation rapture, which seems to be a popular position. Indeed, it is certainly what I wish to be the case. But it’s always seemed a bit too easy or convenient. There are other examples where Morgan seems to confirm ideas or situations outside of specific scripture to back them up. I will give him the benefit of the doubt; he’s been studying scripture for 50 years. I’ve only been doing this for the last 15 months. Nevertheless, I notice things that are absent the Bible as much as I notice things that are IN the Bible. Morgan writes with longing, sentimentality, and anticipation; none of these are detractors, but they do seem to occasionally color in what scripture doesn’t appear to definitively address.

Sometimes it just takes a voice not our own to call attention to things that are right in front of us. Good theologians do this all the time. Morgan, I believe, is one of them. Revalation, aptly named, is just that. And I’m glad my first (deeper) study into this book was in tandem while reading “50 Final Events…”

[Larry White · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exceptionally Helpful Commentary on the Bible’s Most Exceptionally Difficult Book

The Book of Revelation is doubtlessly the most difficult book to understand in the Bible with its fantastic visions, apocalyptic happenings, and strange descriptions. Yet, it is among the books of the Bible that many find most fascinating. Everyone, it seems, wants to know, what does it all mean? Are we there yet? After centuries of exegesis and study, even respected scholars and theologians disagree on what God is revealing, whether historical first century events, prophecies of the future, a mixture of both, literal or symbolic, or perhaps some other interpretation. It’s that difficult.

In an exceptional book, “The 50 Final Events of World History”, Pastor Robert J. Morgan walks the reader through a literal futurist interpretation, reflected by 50 specific, actual events that he believes are described in Revelation. His view is that the most obvious interpretation is most likely the most accurate, although he does acknowledge other interpretations, particularly in a helpful appendix. Along the way Morgan offers several actual historical events or developments that add plausibility to his literal futurist approach. Importantly, he isn’t making a case for the present as already manifesting the events of Revelation, although I don’t think he would exclude it, but rather that the fantastic events aren’t beyond possibility. He also adds several other interesting appendices to deepen the reader’s understanding of his interpretation. I was motivated by his approach to add numerous notes to the Crossway ESV volume of Revelation that was my constant resource alongside Morgan’s book. I also concurrently attended a Bible study on Revelation during my reading and found “50 Final Events” to be more than helpful.

All that said, I would not recommend “50 Final Events” for everyone, nor would I recommend a study of Revelation itself to everyone. In my opinion, Revelation and this book both are most suitable for the Christian who is well beyond the novice stage of a faith journey. As fascinating and intriguing as Revelation is, it speaks most clearly to the believer who has a solid background in both the Old and New Testaments. Its big themes (e.g., messages to the seven churches, the certainty of God’s judgment, and God’s ultimate triumph over history at Christ’s Second Coming) are indeed for everyone, but the fantastic details of the events described are best understood with a developed faith, and, of course, an excellent guide. “50 Final Events” is certainly such a guide for the literal futurist approach. I’ll plan to examine other interpretations as well, and absolutely recommend that for other faith seekers, but “50 Final Events” is an exceptional starting point and highly recommended.

[LAMONT D · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would say there are just a few authors that I will endeavor to get my Bible out and take notes as I read through their books. Morgan is one of them. This book was a perfect complement to what I have been reading lately about the end days and the second coming of Jesus along with what will heaven be like. He very clearly lays out his "simple" interpretation of the book of Revelations in 50 final events that are predicted in this last book of the Bible. Many of these items or events were familiar with me but I enjoyed the systematic way he treated the book along with giving references to the other books in the Bible that relate to what the Apostle John saw in his vision while on the island of Patmos. The Appendixes in the back are very good as well and as he emphasizes, you will be blessed when you read and study the book of Revelations as we are promised (Revelations 1:3: "Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near"). I like that he states up front that he is a believer in Pre-tribulation as am I (rapture of the church before the 7 years start of the tribulation), but he allows the other arguments to exist and at the end of the day it really does not matter. What we do know is that Christ comes back, Satan is defeated, and we get to live eternally with God.

[William · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very well researched book on what many people consider the hardest book in the Bible to understand: Revelation. The author quotes numerous esteemed Bible scholars (e.g.: John A. McArthur) as he explains in plain modern English the events prophesied in Revelation. Morgan admits that he does not have all of the answers, as no one does, but he knits together a coherent explanation on this book. Where applicable Morgan identifies alternative theories or explanations as well as which scholars adhere to them. I highly encourage anyone interested in learning more about the end times to read this book.

I purchased this reprint of the original work from the Billy Graham Evangelical Association, an organization I trust for biblical truth, as part of their library collection. Franklin Graham provides a note of explanation on the inside cover.

[Linda Mayhan · Rating 5 out of 5]

The 50 Final Events in World History by Robert J. Morgan is a must read. Morgan covers the book of Revelation giving clarity to the scripture in an easy-to-understand way spelling out the 50 last events that will happen in the world according to John's inspired vision. It is interesting, compelling and offers much hope for Christians as we walk these uncertain times. I am sure I will read this more than once!

Thank you NetGalley and Thomas Nelson - W Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this title.

[Carol Arnold · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quote from Mr. Morgan: "...the simplest way to understand Revelation is to take it as literally as possible and as sequentially as possible." I really appreciate his approach since I have long believed that when we study the Bible, we should remember, "If the normal sense makes good sense, seek no other sense." Sorry, I can't remember who said this. But God wants us to understand His word. It is not shrouded in mystery. Granted, Revelation is not an easy book to understand, but we still need to take it as literally as possible and not make it harder than it is.

[Heather Seay · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read the book of Revelation as long as I have been in church, even as a youth into adulthood. But the imagery has always been really hard and complex for me to understand. Robert Morgan has a great way of breaking things down so that everyone can understand it, and this book is no exception. This book was super helpful and now I feel like I have a totally different outlook on revelation and can understand it so much better, it’s like my eyes have been opened! I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to understand the book of Revelation better!

[Melissa Vinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this book provides a very clear and concise breakdown of the end times as recorded by John in the book of Revelation. The Bible tells us to continue to study the word of God and it is books like this one that help to interpret some of the less clear passages in the Bible. I found this to be a comforting, as well as enlightening, read and I’m sure it’s one that I will turn to again in the future.

[Rodney Bowen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am thankful how the author provides great effort in helping me better understand the book of Revelations. A topic that is quite heavy, Revelations has always been a book of the Bible I have respected from afar.

The 50 Final Events book took me chapter by chapter through Revelations and the author’s commentary is written in such an easy-to-understand, easy-to-follow writing style with many scripture references to explain what is to happen.

This is a book that I will return to.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best summary of Revelation I've read. Morgan has a way of making scripture easy to understand and process. He takes the reader step by step through the 50 events of prophecy with reference to the other prophetic books in the Bible. He avoids technical words so commonly found in other scholars explanations and delivers an easier to understand commentary. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to understand God's plan and the prophecies regarding the end.

[Carol Bledsoe · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book as a daily devotional reading one event at a time and reading through my Bible at the same time. It is written in a very easy to understand style, which I found helpful when reading a pretty heavy portion of scripture. I definitely look at world events differently after reading it, especially now after all that is happening in health, global finance, and wars throughout the world.

[Tony Scott, · Rating 5 out of 5]

organized, logical view of Revelation

This is the most logical and organized view of Revelation I have ever read. It is literal, relates to the prophets and to the words of Jesus, and comes with scriptural references to back up every major concept presented. A must read for all believers!

[Brad Flack · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is what I feel is a balanced approach to Revelation. A great synopsis and summary with little opinionated interpretation too far left or right. Left would be that the whole book is allegory and fantasy. Right would be that everything is actually real and word for word with no symbols or dreaming. Worth a read!

[LB · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well it’s fine - as a person who is idealistic or eclectic about Rev it’s still a good read. Not something I’d read cover to cover but a good study guide and help. Good at walking each section through to explain the literal meaning. Can be confusing if you don’t want to fall directly into futurist thought. Easy to read and follow along!

[Carleene Hibbs Reeder · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really appreciate the way he outlines Revelation and makes it easier to digest. He also gives many different views that scholars take on Revelation and what it means. This is so helpful when talking to others about it. It gives me a greater appreciation that there are many ways to look at it and we don't know exactly how it will unfold.

[Skip Tribby · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book needs to be read again, at least this reader needs to read it a second time. There is so much information on deciphering the symbolism. The next time I intend to read the Book of Revelation along with it in hopes of gaining a clearer picture of the the very end times which I believe is fast approaching!

[Carolyn Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Continuing to learn and study

The Bible tells us to continue to study and learn what the Bible tells us. When I cannot interrupt what I'm reading, I turn to books like this one and many others for clarification. They provide clear evidence and examples of the word.

[Jonathan Strong · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thoughtful yet simple presentation.

Robert Morgan provides a thorough yet simply stated presentation. This is a must read for those wanting a better understanding of Revelation and end times.

[Gary · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good overview of Revelation. Gives what the different interpretations are so you can compare and decide for yourself what you think scripture is actually saying. He gives his opinion but always with the caveat of I may be wrong.

[Shannon Adair · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love how Robert J. Morgan broke down the book of Revelation. He took it as literal as he can in each event, so any reader can comprehend. I am going to reread this again soon, so I can study along with my Bible.

[Pasquale A. Castaldo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing Read!!

Very well written. We have so much to look forward to. Thank you for giving me hope. God Bless You.

[Chockletter · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm not sure how to rate this book. It's a great book that helps to break down Revelation to very simple terms but at the same time I don't agree with some of his teachings. I'll give it a 3.5.

[Will O'kelley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Recommended by a friend.

[Valerie Young · Rating 5 out of 5]

WONDERFUL understanding of Revelation

This book helped me so much! REVELATION has always been so confusing. This book made it very clear and understandable.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the REAL. Supernatural!!!
Love me some Jesus!

[Leanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book covers Revelation from the Bible and makes it much easier to understand. It was helpful to read it slowly, over weeks, to comprehend all the events. I highly recommend it.

[Johnlinggr2005 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good read

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read

I recommend this book for anyone who is interested in the book of revelation and wants a better understanding. Very informative.