Epicenter: Why the Current Rumblings in the Middle East Will Change Your Future
by Joel C. Rosenberg
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September 1st 2008
(first published 2006)
by Tyndale House Publishers
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Paperback, 336 pages
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1414311362
(isbn13: 9781414311364)
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In his first groundbreaking nonfiction book, now with updated content, New York Times best-selling author Joel C. Rosenberg takes readers on an unforg...more
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Read in April, 2008
This is the most compelling nonfiction book I have ever read. Joel Rosenberg offers amazing insights into the prophecies of Ezekiel 38-39 in relation to the "end times". I couldn't put it down, and I am not usually a big nonfiction reader. For those of you who are skeptical of these kinds of books, I think the author himself explains it best when he says, "..no, I am not a psychic and I don't have access to secret government information. But I do have access to the Jewish prop...more
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Read in September, 2008
This is an incredible read. We need to be aware of what is happening in this world, particularly in the Middle East. Joel C. Rosenberg has used the prophesies found in Ezekiel 38-39 in relation to the end of times, and what is happening in our world today. The author explains it best when he says, "..no, I am not a psychic and I don't have access to secret government information. But I do have access to the Jewish prophets...and so do you. God has told us what the futures holds for Israel,...more
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Read in January, 2009
After writing some prescient political thrillers based on Old Testament prophecy, Joel Rosenberg writes the book behind the novels to explain his reading of Ezekiel 38-39 and the War of Gog and Magog. This is some pretty mind-boggling stuff. We read it for my book group and the discussion leader used the Church Old Testament study guide (from seminary?) to compare a lot of Rosenberg's conclusions with our own teaching's and latter-day prophecy; he is spot-on. There are some things he overlook...more
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Read in January, 2007
Interesting to find out that Russia has already come close to directly attacking Israel before. Iran will not back down. I expect Israel will have to go it alone and bomb them. No one comes to their aid so we either won't, or are out of commission. Would rearrrange status quo of ME and put Israel and Iraq (Babylon) on top and set the stage for anti-christ making peace pact with Israel. How long before Iran has the bomb? It is very interesting to see events predicted in the bible playing out. We ...more
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Read in July, 2008
The author provides some thoughtful and rather frightening proposals about future events in the Middle East. Even if the reader does not believe in the Bible (one context which the author heavily relies on, but certainly not the only context for his research), I think his arguments are compelling and warrant attention and discussion.
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Read in July, 2008
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From the beginning and throughout Epicenter, it is evident that Rosenberg is very well-informed politically, and demonstrates a strong understanding of the Bible and what it truly means to be a Christian. Rosenberg's opinions prove to be a very interesting read, as they come from a one-of-a-kind perspective due to his extensive work with many well-known individuals in politics in several countries, and his background as an evangelical Christian from an Orthodox Jewish upbringing.
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Read in November, 2007
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I was watching MSNBC about a month ago when I suddenly saw Putin (on a visit to Iran) shaking hands with Ahmadinejad, as if they were old friends. The image alarmed me, and I immediately got this book out of the library to learn more about how this might tie into some bits and pieces of Biblical prophesy I'd heard before.
As I read this book, the image I saw on the news made complete sense. I was so excited by the collection of political insights filtered through the "lens of s...more
As I read this book, the image I saw on the news made complete sense. I was so excited by the collection of political insights filtered through the "lens of s...more
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Read in March, 2009
Joel Rosenberg explains the background of his "prophetic" novels with a heavy emphasis on Ezekiel chapters 38 & 39. It is amazing to view what is now showing up in the news today in the context of these prophecies. The events predicted by Ezekiel, as highly unlikely they have seemed for centuries, are now unfolding before us. The end approaches . . .
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Read in April, 2008
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husbandrecommends it for: anyone interested in the Islamic world
This is the book that Rosenberg wrote to explain how he came to write his novels. In light of documented current events in the Middle East, this book offers a great deal of insight and hope from the Bible--as it raises awareness of what I, as an insulated American, can often ignore half a world away.
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Joel C. Rosenberg has the scoop on the Middle East. He is a writer and political strategist who has worked with Steve Forbes, former Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and former deputy prime minister Natan Sharansky.
The man is brilliant, but writes clearly enough that even I can understand some of what is going on in the Middle East. If you want to know why and how the Middle East is important to us in America this book is worth your time.
The man is brilliant, but writes clearly enough that even I can understand some of what is going on in the Middle East. If you want to know why and how the Middle East is important to us in America this book is worth your time.
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Read in October, 2007
Saw Joel Rosenberg on Glenn Beck with LaHaye and Jenkins discussing the end times. I was particularly interested because Jesus says we will not know the day or the time, that it will come like a thief in the night, and yet, he says there will be signs like birth pains. I know birth pains, so I can see the parallel. ;)
This was a fascinating read, especially in light of all the activity in the Middle East as we speak. It is very eerie to read the book and watch many of Rosenberg's p...more
This was a fascinating read, especially in light of all the activity in the Middle East as we speak. It is very eerie to read the book and watch many of Rosenberg's p...more
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I really do love of a book that can localize something. Rosenberg makes a very good case that things in the Middle East have already affected you in some respects, and will affect you more in the future.
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Read in January, 2007
Discusses the future of the Middle East. Rosenberg says that Iraq will prosper, and that Israel will be attacked by Iran and Russia, but will be saved. He bases his predictions on Ezekiel 37-38.
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Read in January, 2008
This is one of the most thought-provoking books I have ever read, and I encourage everyone to read this one and consider the implications and revelations from their Biblical source.
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Facinating look at current events throught the lens of prophetic scripture. The same author has written an excellent fiction series onthe same topics including "The Ezekiel Option"
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Read in July, 2008
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Myselfrecommends it for: Anyone looking to understand Biblical prophecy
Fantastic book. I couldn't recommend this book more for any one looking to further understand Biblical prophecy. Completely engaging to the very end, once you pick it up you won't put it down. I read this book in less than a day it was so interesting. I also found myself being completely amazed at God, and my imagination ran at the possibility of actually witnissing some Biblical prophecy come to fruition. That type of event would bring the Scriptures to life in a way few things would. Jus...more
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Read in January, 2009
I'm not usually interested in politics but I'm determined to read this. I love prophecy & believe in 100% fulfillment. This book has been easy to read and follow so far
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Read in February, 2009
Good book. For those who are familiar with the bible, you will find that the prophesies referenced in the book to be coming to pass. We are in the latter days.
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Read in February, 2009
Scary stuff, but the more we learn bible propecy the better prepared we can be for the future. We must remember the hope of Jesus as you read this.
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Read in January, 2004
The author is deeply inbedded in current events and understands the Middle East so well. This book will truly "change your future"! Highly recommend!
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