Messiah Series

by Bruce R. McConkie

THE MESSIAH SERIES is a six-volume set of doctrinal works regarding Jesus Christ written by Bruce R. McConkie. The series discusses the prophecies regarding the foretelling of the arrival of Jesus, as well as his birth, life, ministry, atonement, death, resurrection, and future return. The volumes in the series were published from 1978 to 1982 by Deseret Book Company. The following are abbreviated descriptions for each of the volumes in this 1) The Promised The First Coming of Christ (1978). This volume presents a careful analysis of prophecies concerning the First Coming of the Lord. 2) The Mortal From Bethlehem to Calvary, Book I (1979). This volume begins with the prophesies that were coming to pass as the Advent of the Messiah approached, and expands on Jesus Christ's childhood, his baptism, and early ministry. 3) The Mortal From Bethlehem to Calvary, Book II (1980). This volume delves into the Savior's Galilean ministry and reviewing the Sermon on the Mount and much of the Pharisaic opposition. 4) The Mortal From Bethlehem to Calvary, Book III (1980). This volume continues with the life of Christ at the peak of his Galilean ministry, with miraculous healings and the feeding of the four thousand, and continues through to the Savior's Sermon on the Mount of Olives, which includes the Parable of the Ten Virgins and the Parable of the Talents. 5) The Mortal From Bethlehem to Calvary, Book IV (1981). This volume examines the life of Christ during the emotional last days of his mortal ministry as he prepares to go upon the cross for the redemption of the world, and 6) Millennial The Second Coming of the Son of Man (1982). This volume delves into every aspect of the Savior's Second Advent. The earth and its five transformations; the Battle of Armageddon, which will be in progress when the Lord comes; the mountain opened to the House of David; the great meeting at Adam-ondi-Ahman; the transfigured earth – each receives careful consideration and detailed treatment.

Genres: Lds, Religion, Church

3234 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1978

About the author

Bruce Redd McConkie was a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

McConkie served in the First Council of the Seventy of the LDS Church from 1946 until his calling to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in 1972, where he served until his death in 1985.

During his service as a general authority, he published several doctrinal books and articles and wrote the chapter headings of the LDS standard works.

McConkie received a Bachelor of Arts and Juris Doctor from the University of Utah. He spent his childhood between Monticello, Utah; Salt Lake City; and Ann Arbor, Michigan. He married Amelia Smith (1916 - 2005), daughter of Joseph Fielding Smith.

Reviews

[Jeff Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superior to the renowned work "Jesus the Christ" in depth and scope. Must read for added insight into the life and times of the Savior.

[David Bowles · Rating 5 out of 5]

True doctrines

These books are well worth the time to read. Well worth the price. So full of true doctrine and truth.

[Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading this series was a huge undertaking, which took a couple of years due to my need to break it into discrete portions. I rated it four stars as a compromise, because in some ways it deserves five, and in some ways it deserves three. It deserves five stars because it contains some passages and even whole chapters or sections that altered my view of my own religion in profound ways, which I think is very valuable. It deserves three stars because it is so difficult to read, with ponderous passages, sometimes extending for hundreds of pages. It also portrays the author's sometimes harsh world view, including some vaguely anti-semitic language and ideas that suggest an inequality between men that I don't agree with. Overall, reading the series was a worthwhile endeavor, and the books are definitely a good resource for topical study of the gospel from an LDS perspective.

[Leesa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have only read the last book of this series, and I know it's strange to start with the last book first but I couldn't help it. Bruce R's last book is called the Millenial Messiah, and it's all about our day. It's the most incredible book about the 2nd coming, and it's written by an apostle. He writes beautifully and very easy to understand. You'll be able to remember what you've read and know a lot more about the signs of the times and the wonderful things to look forward to. I would recommend this book to all my friends. You can purchase the entire series at Desert book. In paperback it's around 50.00 I'm not sure if you can buy it seperate or not. Or try the library. You'll love it!!

[Dave · Rating 3 out of 5]

There are 6 books in this series which cover ever segment of the Savior's mission. It could be considered a modern "Jesus the Christ" by Talmage. If you are interested in reading a detailed evaluation of the Savior's life/mission this is a good one. Not much of it is opinion or conjecture but rather it deals with analyzing scriptures and other documents. Not one man's (apostle)testimony of the Savior.

This is a review from someone else but I think it sums up the series real well. I liked it. When you start you think it will be too long but it isn't. It is well referenced and interesting reading, not a commentary. I think if you read the first volume you will want to read the others. Each one is about a different era of the Savior's life.

[ArlaJean Wickes · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Messiah Series

I would recommend all members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and all to read this series. It was quite enlightening and wonderful to relearn and review these things.

[Mary]

I have owned this book set for a long time and have never picked any one of them up. I am a little intimidated with these...