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What In the World Is Going On?: 10 Prophetic Clues You Cannot Afford to Ignore | 
 enlarge | Author: David Jeremiah
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Category: Book
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ISBN: 078522887X
Dewey Decimal Number: 236.9
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Publication Date: September 30, 2008
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Is the current economic and political crisis actually prophesied in the Bible? If so, what are we to do about it? It is hard to piece together all this information in a way that gives a comprehensive picture of what the end times will look like. That's why so many theories abound. And that's why Dr. David Jeremiah has written What In the World Is Going On?, a unique book that cuts through the hundreds of books and numerous theories to identify the essential 10 most important bible prophecies. There is no other book like this. You'll find it the ultimate study tool for understanding the future. You'll have a greater sense of comfort that, even in these crazy times, God is indeed in control. If bible prophecy as always been a mystery to you, Dr. Jeremiah's book will help you solve the mystery. At last, bible prophecy can make sense, and make a difference. It's never been more important. What In the World Is Going On? is shocking and eye-opening but essential reading in these turbulent days.
Brings bible prophecy to light on:
- The oil crisis
- The resurgence of Russia
- The new axis of evil
- The importance of Israel
- The new powers of the European Union
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 An Acceptable Overview ... But Off On A Few Points October 13, 2008
Suzanne
38 out of 50 found this review helpful
I love David Jeremiah, so this review is very difficult for me to write, because I find myself having to be critical of his work.
On the positive side, I found his writing style to be quite readable and very easy to follow. The chapter on the Rapture is enjoyable, as are others.
But here's my biggest gripe with this book: some of the "meatier" issues in the book aren't adequately supported by the scholars cited by Dr. Jeremiah. There's a feeling that the author consulted one source, or perhaps two, and went with what he perceived as the "prevailing opinion." But that doesn't always mean it's the CORRECT opinion, which is what really matters in the end.
Case in point: the book contains a chapter regarding the Ezekiel 38/39 "latter days" invasion of Israel by Russia, Iran and other Middle Eastern Muslim nations. It appears that Dr. Jeremiah relied too much on the writings of Dr. John F. Walvoord, who taught that this invasion takes place DURING the Tribulation, not BEFORE it. Both Drs. Walvoord and Jeremiah took this position solely because Israel is said to be dwelling in "peace" at the time of the invasion. Had Dr. Jeremiah considered other scholarly opinions, he most certainly would have taken a different approach, since Jewish AND Christian Hebrew scholars state that "peace" is a mistranslation. In fact, most Hebrew scholars believe "securely" is the best translation. Jewish scholar Rashi writes that these references mean the Israelis are: "dwellers in villages without a wall, who trust in their might and are not so afraid as to gather into fortified cities." (Quoted from Rashi's Commentary on Ezekiel 38) In current day language, this equates to America on September 10, 2001. We trusted in our own might and weren't afraid of any other country. This changed the very next day.
Other scholarly authors, such as Dr. Arthur Fruchtenbaum, have written extensively about why it's impossible for this invasion to occur during the Tribulation ... so one wonders why Dr. Jeremiah didn't do more research before writing his book.
Other than the Ezekiel 38/39 invasion chapter, I found little errors sprinkled around the book, but I'll not go into those here since this isn't the place. So sadly, if someone asked me whether I'd recommend Dr. Jeremiah's book, I could not honestly say yes.
 Fresh Update to Familiar Information September 27, 2008
J. Michael Nace (NY State)
29 out of 31 found this review helpful
This book by Dr David Jeremiah [one of the best Biblical teachers we have] is a familiar tour through prophecy including Israel's role in the world, oil crisis, evil regimes, coming AntiChrist, America's role in prophecy and other Endtime themes. Jeremiah's teaching style is always fresh and engaging. This is a mainstream evangelical approach with some risks taken along the way [he takes a personal stand on Islamic issue]. A primer for beginners or the curious, a great book for those who love Dr Jeremiah's ministry and a resource book for those seeking current information. David Jeremiah has a rare ability to communicate and engage the listener, and this book is an example. For those looking for more edgy treatment of same, see Epicenter: Why the Current Rumblings in the Middle East Will Change Your Future.
 Accurate and Timely October 11, 2008
J. Muniz (Albuquerque)
13 out of 15 found this review helpful
Dr. David Jeremiah's book "What in the World is Going On?" is a guide to events that are ocurring before our eyes. When I got it I could not stop reading it; I red it in 3 nights. (and I'm a slow reader) but the book, is so current, and it is a wonderful guide for the Believer. Dr. Jeremiah exposes current facts with a Biblical perspective in such a way that is so easy to comprenhend, and see the news later on at night, so that we can identify in what times we are living. It is indeed a good investment of your money and time.
 Same Old Same Old November 20, 2008
Scandalous Sanity (Texas)
13 out of 20 found this review helpful
This book is wildly popular at my bookstore. I'm not sure why: I haven't figured out if it is good marketing or the current election. Either way, I've had a hard time keeping it on the shelf and it is steadily moving up bestsellers lists. There's good reason.
This book is based on fear: fear of the unknown, fear of loss, fear of tragedy. It is easy to take people's fears and then offer a solution to them. I believe that David Jeremiah is sincere in his effort to comfort people in the face of a future that is uncertain, but I feel that this effort is severely misguided. Jeremiah expounds on ten topics that he feels points to the near rapture and return of Jesus Christ. Among the topics discussed are American-Israeli relations, oil, an Roman Empire-European Union connection, Islamic terrorism, and America's role in prophecy. It is basic 20th century eschatology. The writing is decent, so it won't leave you bogged down.
I have three main problems with this book, and I'll visit them all briefly. I don't have enough space to accurately point them all out.
First of all, it is historically inaccurate. There is a map on page 61 of the boundaries of the old Roman empire. I feel that the boundaries are incorrect. They extend too far north into Europe. While Rome did send military expeditions into these regions, they weren't exactly in control of them, either. The problem with this is that Jeremiah uses this map to compare the Roman empire with the European Union in an attempt to say that the EU is the second coming of the Roman empire. There are numerous other examples such as this.
Secondly, it is statistically inaccurate. On page 80, Jeremiah states: "Experts say that 15 to 20 percent of Muslims are radical enough to strap a bomb on their bodies in order to kill Christians and Jews. If this number is accurate, it means about three hundred million Muslims are willing to die in order to take you and me down." Jeremiah does not quote who these experts are or where they got their figures. I guess 70 percent of all statistics are wrong. To make the statement that "three hundred million Muslims are willing to die in order to take you and me down" without having proper statistics is irresponsible.
Finally, I feel as if there are Biblical errors as well. Jeremiah takes verses and uses them out of context to prove his point. There are no Scripture samples that make use of a whole passage. In this way, it easy to guide readers to conclusions that just aren't there.
I wouldn't recomment this book for anyone because of its gross inaccuracy. I wouldn't recommend this book for those who enjoy prophecy because it is the same Tim Lahaye eschatology revisited.
Excellent- Thought Provoking September 20, 2008
E. Smith (Arkansas)
9 out of 14 found this review helpful
Excellent book. A must read for those interested in prophecy and for those searching for an understanding of what is going on in the world today. You will not want to put it down. It is a book that you will definitely want to share with others.
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