The Derision of Heaven: A Guide to Daniel (Guides to God's Word) - Softcover

Whitworth, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1941972012 ISBN 13: 9781941972014

Publisher: Start2Finish Books, 2013

Synopsis

"An urgent message for the exiled church."

1st Place, 2014 Christian Writers Awards

Every day, it seems the world becomes increasingly hostile to Christianity. Values are being scuttled, faith is scorned, and God's people are being marginalized. These difficult times pose two questions to Christians: How can we be the "light of the world" in such abject darkness? And how can God still be in control of all things?

The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD and against his Anointed ... He who sits in the heavens laughs; the Lord holds them in derision. —Psalm 2:2-4

This book will help you answer these questions. More than a guide to Daniel, The Derision of Heaven is an urgent message for the exiled church. As you journey through the story and visions of Daniel, you will be awe-struck by the sovereign rule of God, emboldened to live a life that glorifies him, and encouraged to serve in the eternal Kingdom of Heaven.

Every Guide to God's Word from Start2Finish Books...

• Employs an engaging, easy-to-read style
• Discusses key terms and ideas
• Explains cultural & historical details
• Contains points of application to close out each chapter
• Possesses a balanced, reverent view of Scripture
• Is based on the English Standard Version (ESV)

About this title

About the Author

Michael Whitworth is the owner of Start2Finish and the author of several books, including the award-winning The Epic of God and The Derision of Heaven. He considers M&Ms his brain food is fond of large Mason jars. He's a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Alabama Crimson Tide. In his spare time, Michael loves reading and drinking coffee, watching sports, and spending time with his family and furry golden retriever.

Review

"The Derision of Heaven is a concise, informative introduction to the difficult text of Daniel. All of us who need to understand Old Testament prophecy better can use Michael Whitworth's book, which also urges us (in a strong, scriptural way!) to rededicate ourselves to Kingdom service." —Dr. Caleb G. Colley

"This in-depth study of the book of Daniel compares the Israelite exile to today's church. Like in his first book, The Epic of God: A Guide to Genesis, Whitworth makes scholarship accessible and draws surprising applications from the text." —Christian Chronicle

"The Derision of Heaven is an excellent study of the book of Daniel. Not only does it bring to life the biblical principles of sovereignty and disciplined Christian living, but it is comforting to anyone who is seeking answers to the failing influence of the church in America." —Bill Howard, Readers' Favorite

"Whitworth writes in a comfortable, almost casual style but is always profoundly respectful of the inspiration behind Daniel's account." —Gospel Advocate

"Michael Whitworth's greatest contribution in the pages ahead is not just his careful scholarship of the Daniel text (making it refreshingly accessible to the average reader), but also his challenge to the church to see Daniel as a must-read for Christians who are now facing the imminent prospect of spiritual exile in our own homelands." —F. LaGard Smith

Edition details

• Publisher: Start2Finish Books
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1941972012
• ISBN 13: 9781941972014
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 203