The Joy of Hearing: A Theology of the Book of Revelation (New Testament Theology)

“Believers, pastors, and students who look for a reliable guide to the last, and climactic, book of Scripture are superbly served by Tom Schreiner’s volume on Revelation. The Joy of Hearing prepares readers for an encounter with a text some deem to be the most difficult book in the Bible. This encounter focuses on the foundational and central theme of Scripture more generally: God’s people not only do well to listen to God in whom they believe, they also experience the joy of God’s holy presence and sustaining faithfulness even, and especially, in the midst of suffering while remaining committed to the sure hope of one day living in God’s very presence. Tolle, lege—take and read.”

“The church has always needed the message of the book of Revelation, but it is as urgent now as ever before. Yet many today find Revelation confusing and even intimidating. Enter Tom Schreiner, a scholar who has spent a lifetime in careful exegesis of the New Testament. In The Joy of Hearing, Schreiner uses his considerable skills to present the reader with an overview of Revelation’s message in a clear, winsome, and compelling fashion that is an absolute joy to read. His treatment is balanced and thoughtful, which displays a solid grasp of the central message of this vital biblical book. While it is possible that not everyone who reads this book will agree with the author on some minor details, it is impossible for anyone not to appreciate his warm and fair treatment of differing views and especially his presentation of the central truths of Revelation. This is the book’s great strength and makes it an indispensable guide for today’s church.”

“Tom Schreiner has provided a lucid and well-balanced overview of the book of Revelation—no small feat! He draws on the best contemporary scholarship treating the book but does not burden the reader with excessive scholarly debate. He is clear in his own convictions but charitable to those with whom he disagrees, and he is honest enough to admit when a given text remains perplexing. Anyone looking to understand the Apocalypse will greatly benefit from Schreiner’s discussion.”