There is an intense fascination with the timing of the Lord’s return that seems to tantalize every generation into attempting to set the date for it.

Perhaps the sense of intrigue is magnified when our sin nature becomes inflamed by the prohibition against doing so (see Matt. 24:36), such that the temptation can become almost overwhelming. This is evidenced by the number of people who have succumbed to the urge to try it.

There would be little value in rehearsing the litany of names of those who have engaged in this pointless venture, or the obsolete dates they have chosen.…

“And the graves were opened; and many bodies of the saints who had fallen asleep were raised; and coming out of the graves after His resurrection, they went into the holy city and appeared to many.” (Matthew 27:52–53)

Imagine your shock. You mourned the death of a loved one. You watched him get buried. Not long afterward, the sky goes dark followed by an earthquake. Days later, still unsettled by these phenomena, your dead relative walks in the door.

Only the Gospel of Matthew records this astounding detail. When Jesus rose, others rose with Him. What? Dead people…

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The Book of Galatians is unique in many ways because of its polemic nature, aimed as it is against Christians in churches who have listened to false teaching and abandoned (or are close to abandoning) Paul’s teaching. It has not been well-served with commentaries, although some historical works are of note. Remember, I have preachers in mind for these recommendations. Balance is important.

F. F. Bruce – The Epistle to the Galatians (NIGNTC): This Greek NT commentary by a Pauline specialist…