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My Book Recommendations

I love to read and read many books for learning and pleasure. However, most of my time is spent reading books that guide me through the Word of God. I am not a biblical scholar, so I depend heavily on those who have dedicated their lives to studying and teaching God's Word. Over the years, I've developed a library of books and authors whose knowledge and teaching I trust.


Here, I've compiled a list of those books along with easy links for purchase should you be interested. Please note, I DO NOT receive any monetary recognition for introducing these books, should you choose to purchase them.

Books I recommend

The End Times in Chronological Order Paperback – August 1, 2012

by Ron Rhodes (Author)


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Bible prophecy expert Ron Rhodes offers an easy-to-understand yet detailed chronology and explanation of end-times events.


The chapters are arranged around the major end-times themes: the rapture, the tribulation, the millennial kingdom, and the eternal state. Each chapter begins with a list of the specific events it covers, making this an extremely user-friendly chronological guide to end-times biblical prophecy.

Rhodes allows for various interpretations among Christians. Yet the sequence he describes is faithful to the biblical text, based on a literal approach to prophecy, and held by many Bible scholars.

As readers discover that they really can understand Bible prophecy, they will come to love and trust the Scriptures like never before.

The Complete Reference Guide to Bible Prophecy Paperback – September 3, 2024

by Ron Rhodes (Author)

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This authoritative work is sure to become your go-to prophecy guide for years to come. Equipped with this invaluable resource, you will become more inspired than ever in the hope, wisdom, and encouragement God provides through Bible prophecy. The Ultimate Bible Prophecy Resource

In a world gripped by growing conflict and chaos, it’s hard to know where to turn for reliable guidance. But God didn’t leave us empty-handed—His gift of Bible prophecy offers hope for the future and purpose in the present!

The Complete Reference Guide to Bible Prophecy is your all-in-one resource for understanding Bible prophecy and the end times. With his signature clarity and conversational tone, Dr. Ron Rhodes makes complex topics simple, providing you with a composite survey of the end times, from the rapture to eternity concise overviews of all the major prophetic viewpoints, topics, trends, and commonly debated issues visual charts, fast facts, historical insights, helpful quotes, linguistic observations, answers to FAQs, and many other engaging features throughout every chapter

40 Days Through Revelation: Uncovering the Mystery of the End Times Paperback – April 1, 2013

by Ron Rhodes (Author)


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The book of Revelation begins and ends with guarantees that its inspiring message leads to blessing. Popular Bible teacher and author Ron Rhodes guides readers on an encouraging journey through this prophetic book, interpreting its picturesque language and revealing its reassuring promises. Each short chapter is perfect for a group Bible study or a personal quiet time and includes…

  • Scripture Reading and Insights―a short passage of Revelation and easy-to-understand notes on each verse
  • Major Themes―brief summaries of the most important ideas
  • Digging Deeper with Cross-References―several other passages readers can look up on relevant topics
  • Life Lessons―practical and helpful applications to everyday life
  • Questions for Reflection and Discussion―thought-provoking starters for group discussions or personal journaling

Readers who may have been confused or intimidated by Revelation will appreciate this easy-to-understand and practical presentation of its empowering truths.

Basic Bible Prophecy: Essential Facts Every Christian Should Know Paperback – February 9, 2021


by Ron Rhodes (Author)

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Basic Bible Prophecy will help you view history past and still-to-come as a reason to live expectantly, righteously, and with a Christlike perspective. Most of all, you’ll discover how prophecy can fill you with confidence, peace, and a heart of praise, grateful that all of eternity rests under God’s control.Get the Who, What, When, Where, and Why of Bible Prophecy

To the uninitiated, Bible prophecy can seem strange, puzzling, and even frightening—yet at the heart of this subject is an awesome revelation of God’s wonder and might. Basic Bible Prophecy is a straightforward, clutter-free breakdown of what the Bible makes known about the future. With seasoned prophecy author Ron Rhodes as your guide, you’ll get a big-picture overview of the essentials of Bible prophecy, complete with helpful charts and infographics.

You’ll understand the primary players, places, and events relevant to Christ’s second coming timeline the Bible gives for when each event will take place
sovereignty and trustworthiness of God, who has a perfect plan for your future.

The Book of Signs Bible Study Guide: 31 Undeniable Prophecies of the Apocalypse


Paperback – March 19, 2019

by Dr. David Jeremiah (Author)

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,125 ratings


One of the world's most beloved Bible teachers offers definitive teaching on biblical prophecy, the end times, and the apocalypse.

Do you find yourself disheartened when you hear the news events of the day? Wars raging across the world. Crisis after crisis occurring in the homeland. Moral decay seemingly celebrated in the media outlets. Just when it seems things can't get any worse...they do.


Thankfully, God has graciously filled His Word with signs of the future to help us understand His purpose and plans for us. In The Book of Signs Study Guide, bestselling author Dr. David Jeremiah examines the prophetic writings from the Old and New Testaments to help you cut through the confusion and give you insights about God's plan for humankind as the end times draw near. In this comprehensive thirty-one lesson study guide, you will explore what God's Word says about...

  • International Signs: the nations and regions that will play important roles as the final events of the age emerge.
  • Cultural Signs: what will occur in societies and cultures around the world as we approach the end times.
  • Heavenly Signs: what will happen to believers during this tumultuous time.
  • Tribulation Signs: what will transpire during this seven-year period, when Satan, the Antichrist, and the False Prophet unleash unspeakable horrors on the world.
  • End Signs: what believers can look forward to experiencing when Jesus returns and God establishes His everlasting kingdom on earth.


God has given us a firm understanding of what is really going on in the world and what will happen as we approach the end of the age. As you come to understand the truth about these signs, your faith will grow, you will live more confidently, and you will gain a new hope for the future—knowing the time for the return of the Prince of Peace is drawing near.


Each Lesson Includes:

  • An outline of the main subjects and Scriptures covered during the lesson.
  • An overview of Dr. Jeremiah's teaching on the topic being studied.
  • Application questions to help individuals and small groups delve into the Bible.
  • A Did You Know? section that adds a point of interest to the lesson.

This study guide is designed to be used in conjunction with The Book of Signs(9780785229551), but it may also be used by itself for personal or group study.

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Agents of the Apocalypse: A Riveting Look at the Key Players of the End


Times Paperback – Unabridged, August 1, 2015

by David Jeremiah (Author)


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Who Will Usher in Earth’s Final Days?
Are we living in the end times? Is it possible that the players depicted in the book of Revelation could be out in force today? And if they are, would you know how to recognize them?

In Agents of the Apocalypse, noted prophecy expert Dr. David Jeremiah does what no prophecy expert has done before. He explores the book of Revelation through the lens of its major players―the exiled, the martyrs, the elders, the victor, the king, the judge, the 144,000, the witnesses, the false prophet, and the beast.

One by one, Dr. Jeremiah delves into their individual personalities and motives, and the role that each plays in biblical prophecy. Then he provides readers with the critical clues and information needed to recognize their presence and power in the world today.

The stage is set, and the curtain is about to rise on Earth’s final act. Will you be ready?

Escape the Coming Night: A Message of Hope in a Time of Crisis


Paperback – February 6, 2018

by Dr. David Jeremiah (Author)


4.8 out of 5 stars 1,336 ratings

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There’s no doubt the world is in trouble. We see tragedy in the streets and violence in the news—but what can we do about it? And how can we find peace amid the chaos?

We hear increasingly divisive political debates that spotlight the deep and bitter divisions in our society. We feel the pain and confusion of a culture that seems to be coming apart at the seams. It can be difficult to find a way forward, trusting that God will protect and care for us amid the struggles of life.


In this updated edition of Escape the Coming Night, Dr. Jeremiah walks through the perfect Scriptures for these uncertain times, exploring The Book of Revelation in a practical way. For those who have wanted to know more about Book of Revelation but didn’t know how to get started, the book answers key questions like:

  • How do we explain so much continuous chaos?
  • How do we live with such turmoil?
  • Is there any hope for peace in our lifetime?

As one of the world’s most beloved Bible teachers, Dr. David Jeremiah is the perfect voice to help answer these questions. This exploration of Revelation is shocking and eye-opening, but also consistently uplifting—and a vital message for our time.

Where Do We Go from Here?: How Tomorrow's Prophecies Foreshadow Today's Problems


Hardcover – October 5, 2021

by Dr. David Jeremiah (Author)

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National Bestseller—New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal & Publisher's Weekly


Today's headlines shout of modern plagues, social tensions, economic crises, and rampant depression. Many are asking, what day is it on God's prophetic calendar? Trusted Bible teacher and Pastor Dr. David Jeremiah opens the Word of God to reveal what it has to say about the days we are living in.


Sharing how prophecies and wisdom from centuries ago still speak the truth today and point the way forward for tomorrow. Whether one is new to biblical prophecy or a longtime student of the Bible, this timely message will encourage and recalibrate us to the mission of God in our daily lives. Journey with Dr. Jeremiah back to the Bible to find out, Where Do We Go from Here?

  • A Cultural Prophecy: Socialism
  • A Biological Prophecy: Pandemic
  • A Financial Prophecy: Economic Crisis
  • A Political Prophecy: Cancel Culture
  • A Geographical Prophecy: Jerusalem

And how these all lead to the Final Prophecy—the Triumph of the Gospel. The day of Christ's return is coming. We haven't long to wait. But until then, we need to understand what the age requires—and we need to do what the Lord commands.

Interested in learning more? Check out other books by Dr. David Jeremiah:

  • The Great Disappearance
  • Where Do We Go from Here
  • The World of the End
  • Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World
  • Is This The End?
  • The Book of Signs
  • After the Rapture

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The Holy Spirit: Activating God's Power in Your Life

Paperback – April 11, 2000

by Billy Graham (Author)

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Exactly who is the Holy Spirit, and what does He do? In this classic volume, Billy Graham offers a timeless, sensitive, and comprehensive portrait of this much discussed, but often misunderstood, member of the Trinity.

Exciting, revolutionary power is available exclusively to you as a Christian. It's the supernatural power to transform human nature, to enable you to be the salt and light to your world, to help you face any crisis, and to bring about a dramatic but peaceful revolution in those around you. You cannot buy this extraordinary power, nor can you find it by searching the earth for it. As a Christian it resides in you already, an awesome gift from God that you have only to claim and use once you know and accept its Source.

With prayerful reverence and focused wisdom, Dr. Graham puts an understandable face on this mysterious third Person of the Trinity. This classic book contains chapters on:

  • Who is the Holy Spirit?
  • Baptism with the Spirit
  • How to be filled with the Holy Spirit
  • Sins against the Holy Spirit
  • Gifts of the Spirit
  • And more!

In this inspiring and insightful book, Billy Graham reminds us that Christians are powerful people because we have the mighty power of God available to us through the Holy Spirit. Open your eyes anew to see how the Spirit can transform your life and give you the power to be truly good and live victoriously.

The Devil: What the Scriptures Teach About Him


Paperback – January 1, 1977

by John Wesley White (Author), Billy Graham (Foreword)


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Print length192 pages

LanguageEnglish

PublisherTyndale House Publishers

Publication dateJanuary 1, 1977

ISBN-100842306633

Angels: God’s Secret Agents

Paperback – April 4, 2023

by Billy Graham (Author)

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Yes, angels are real. They are not the product of your imagination. An in-depth study on angels and the heavenly host, Billy Graham walks you through how the angelic armies work like an organization in God’s Kingdom, how they differ from man, Lucifer and fall, and much more.

Interest in angels and the supernatural aspects of God’s Kingdom is more heightened than ever. Even if you've read the latest book, seen the most recent TV show, or heard your grandmother's deathbed story countless times, you are missing something important if you have not read Billy Graham's in-depth biblical study of angels.

  • God's invisible hosts are better organized than any of the armies of man--or Satan.
  • Angels "think, feel, will, and display emotions."
  • Angels guide, comfort, and provide for people in the midst of suffering and persecution.
  • At death, the faithful will be ushered by angels into the presence of God.

Angels has sold more than 3 million copies. Dr. Graham's knowledge and perspective will make you aware of the angelic beings that are real and who associate with God Himself, administering His works and plans in our lives.

Every Prophecy of the Bible: Clear Explanations for Uncertain Times Paperback – September 1, 2011

by John F. Walvoord (Author)

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Unprecedented natural disasters, political uprisings, and economic uncertainty: The Bible predicted it all. Now you can understand it—and know what's coming next.


As we watch world events unfold, biblical prophecy becomes a subject of intense interest. Every Prophecy of the Bible brings clear answers to more than 1,000 key prophecies, backed with solid Scriptural evidence. Noted biblical scholar Dr. John F. Walvoord covers each prophecy from Genesis to Revelation, giving detailed insight into the many prophecies that have been fulfilled, as well as those that are still to come. By placing each event into historical context, the author gives insight into how the past, present, and future fit together to form an amazing, divine design.


An excellent reference guide for those seeking answers, this comprehensive book reassures readers that God's master plan is to be trusted and that the Bible is an accurate source of hope for all Christians.

Revelation Revealed


Paperback – October 5, 1997

by Jack Van Impe (Author)


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Centuries before anyone could make sense of these fantastic warnings, the prophets declared that the mysteries of Revelation would not be understood until the Last Days. Verse by verse and chapter by chapter, Jack Van Impe, reviews John's portrait of history's final claims.

Thinking the Unthinkable


Paperback – January 1, 1992

by John Wesley White (Author)


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PublisherWord Publishing

Publication date January 1, 1992

ISBN-100850095670




The coming world dictator


Paperback – January 1, 1981

by John Wesley White (Author)



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Who is he? Where will he come from? What will he be like? When will he rise to power? Why will the world welcome him?


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Print length119 pages

LanguageEnglish

PublisherBethany Fellowship, Inc.

Publication dateJanuary 1, 1981

ISBN-100871230429

The Bible speaks to end times


Paperback – January 1, 1993

by William H Stephens (Author)


The Bible speaks of end times.

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LanguageEnglish

PublisherConvention Press

Publication date January 1, 1993


All things new;: A study of Revelation


Hardcover – January 1, 1959

by Arthur Edward Bloomfield (Author)

4.4 out of 5 stars 14 ratings

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