This groundbreaking book debunks decades of misrepresentation of Christian Zionism and
questionable theology, exploding the myth that J.N. Darby stole the doctrine of the pretribulation Rapture from his contemporaries. By revealing the truth behind the man and his message, Paul Wilkinson vindicates Darby and spotlights the imminent return of the Lord
Jesus Christ as the centre piece of his theology.
From back cover:
Christian Zionism has been described by Hamas as 'the greatest danger to world truth, justice, and peace', and by the Church as 'a powerful force' which 'fuels the Arab-Israeli conflict' and 'encourages the destruction of millions of people' with its 'Armageddon theology'. It has also been denounced as 'pernicious', 'biblically untenable', 'anathema to the Christian faith', and 'one of the most dangerous and heretical movements in the world'. How sustainable are these charges, and is there a case to answer?
By locating Christian Zionism firmly within the Evangelical tradition, Paul Wilkinson takes issue with those who have portrayed it as a 'totally unbiblical menace' and as the 'road-map to Armageddon'. Charting in detail its origins and historical development, he argues that Christian Zionism lays the biblical foundation for Israel's restoration and the return of Christ. No one has contributed more to this cause than its leading architect and patron, John Nelson Darby, an 'uncompromising champion for Christ's glory and God's truth'.
This groundbreaking book challenges decades of misrepresentation and scholarship, exploding the myth that John Nelson Darby stole the doctrine of the pre-tribulation rapture from his contemporaries. By revealing the man and his message, Paul Wilkinson vindicates Darby and spotlights the imminent return of the Lord Jesus Christ as the centre-piece of his theology.
Paul Richard Wilkinson is Assistant Minister at Hazel Grove Full Gospel Church, Stockport, Cheshire, UK.
229 x 152mm
330pp
Reviews
'This well researched and readable book … makes a valuable contribution to prophetic studies.' (Tim LaHaye, Minister and best-selling author, USA)'A major step forward in the study of the origins and impact of Christian Zionism … a fine work of historical and theological reflection.' (Crawford Gribben, Senior Lecturer in Early Modern Print Culture, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland)
ISBN: 9781842275696
Catalogue code: N/A
Publisher: PATERNOSTER PRESS - published N/A
Format: Paperback