I decided to read this book in an effort to understand the book of Revelation more fully. I have read this book of The Bible on my own once and listened to an extensive sermon study on the book at my church. This in-depth look at the book of Revelation helped me to review information that I already understood and gain more understanding of parts that alluded me. J.E. Smith does not push anything on the reader. He sums things up very matter-of-fact and is sure to state "no one really knows" if it is something that remains a mystery. He encourages the reader to read The Bible and look for truth themselves, but also looks into symbolism that may not be apparent to those of us who do not have in depth knowledge of The Bible. It is very helpful when he relates back to other passages from other books in The Bible that back up the ideas he is expressing in regards to Revelation. Reading this book has definitely helped me to develop my understanding of Revelation even more. I recommend this book to anyone who is developing their understanding of The Bible. Even if you are a pastor or a scholar of The Bible, this book can be helpful to lead you to think about Revelation in ways you have never considered and contemplate how it relates to your life.
I received a complimentary copy of The Revelation in Plain English by J.E. Smith as a member of the Dorrance Publishing Book Review Team. Visit dorrancebookstore.com to learn how you can become a member of the Book Review Team.
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