From the Forerunner Bookstore: Babylon (Reviewed)
Available at onething December 28
Peter Herder, part of the IHOP–KC family, has created a detailed account of the resurgence of the world’s most infamous and sinister city. Babylon is a fast-paced account of the history and effects of humanity’s lust for power, wealth, and glory. Weaving strong, forceful narrative with well-researched, biblical history, Babylon is a synopsis of the entire life of this infamous city, from Genesis to Revelation. Though it could be considered a study tool about the end times, it reads like a narrative, easily engaging the mind, heart, and emotions.
I found this book to be a great read, it was exciting, thorough, and insightful concerning what the Bible has to say about this subject. I had a hard time putting it down! I so appreciated the boldness and clarity of communication about the intensity of the hour in which we find ourselves at this juncture in history. Babylon is a hard-hitting wake up call for all of us to not only know and discern the times and seasons but to speak boldly about the truths of the end times. In an age where wishy-washy pluralism and religious syncretism are quickly gaining ground, it is absolutely imperative for voices to arise and proclaim the Day of the Lord with all of its implications. I found myself stirred to intercede and to prepare for the most dramatic events looming on the horizon.
I recommend this book to any serious student of the Bible, especially to students with a focus in eschatology. Its overarching sweep of biblical accounts concerning Babylon and its simple, gripping style cause this story to come to life. Babylon really is a tale of two cities, marking the difference between Babylon, fallen man’s vain attempt at eternal glory, and the New Jerusalem, the inheritance of the saints of God.
