The Coming Glory

By Paul W. Swets

Everyone will die. Yet we rarely talk about death or what comes after death. One reason is that we don't know what the Scripture says about the coming glory.

Paul Swets' father did know. As his father neared death, the family gathered around his bed and waited in silence. Suddenly, with unusual strength, Paul's father sat up in bed, clapped his hands, and with a shout of triumph said, "I'm dying!"

How do we get to that point of joyful anticipation? Knowing God's promises! In The Coming Glory: Hope Now for Life after Death, Dr. Swets clearly presents the promises in Scripture about life after death—promises that answer seven common concerns of those facing their own death or that of a loved one. In pre-publication copies of this book, those suffering grief have found enduring comfort and hope.

Scripture, hymns, engaging content, large print, chapter summaries, discussion questions, and recommended resources make The Coming Glory accessible to every reader.

Swets is passionate about helping readers be strengthened in their faith and filled with hope as they anticipate the coming glory.

• Language: English
• Publisher: CrossLink Publishing
• Release date: Jun 18, 2019
• ISBN: 9781386952558

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The Coming Glory

The Coming Glory

HOPE NOW FOR LIFE AFTER DEATH

Paul W. Swets

CrossLink Publishing

RAPID CITY, SD

Copyright © 2019 by Paul Swets.

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Unless otherwise noted, all scripture quotations are taken from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. Copyright © 2000; 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Scripture quotations marked NIV are taken from THE HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

Also by Paul W. Swets

The Art of Talking

So That People Will Listen

(Simon & Schuster)

The Art of Talking

With Your Teenager

(Adams Media)

Dreaming Big

(Authentic Publishing)

Finding Happiness

(Crosslink Publishing)

Basketball Adventure

(Swets Publishing)

For further information, visit the

author’s website:

www.thecomingglory.com.

Reader Comments

In The Coming Glory, Paul Swets gives an elegant and yet direct account of Christian hope for the dying. Utilizing his wisdom from years of pastoral work, Swets offers a compelling taste of Christian hope that is accessible to a very broad audience.

—Dr. J. Todd Billings

Author of Rejoicing in Lament: Wrestling with Incurable Cancer and Life in Christ

GLORIOUS!! I have just finished reading The Coming Glory and I have tears in my eyes, thinking of the people who will be comforted and encouraged through the last stage of their earthly journey, and their loved ones too. So much to love about this book—it is saturated in Scripture, Paul’s pastor’s heart shines through every word, it is theologically rich, and the whole gospel is here. The way the author weaves in the great hymns and confessions of the faith is beautiful.

—Rev. Dr. Suzanne McDonald

Professor of Historical

and Systematic Theology

When I was a pastor, I would have been delighted to have had these concise, well-crafted treatments of key eschatological themes. I would have valued especially a book like this to put in the hands of laypeople facing death, along with their caring families. We meet a warm pastoral tone throughout the book. Readers will sense that they are hearing from a man with long experience and a caring heart.

—Rev. Dr. William C. Brownson

President Emeritus, Words of Hope

So encouraging! I couldn’t put it down. The Coming Glory would be a wonderful book for a small group book study. I like the large print. I was comforted by the appropriately placed Scripture and hymns. Paul has offered answers to seekers and those looking toward eternity.

—Marty Greendonner

Retired Teacher

The abundance of Scripture is the most valuable part of The Coming Glory. By bringing together quotes from throughout the New Testament, this book is able to give a fuller sense of the Bible’s perspective on some big questions and answers. The use of many short quotes followed by commentary was effective at bringing out the meaning.

—Rev. Nicholas Monco, OP

Diocese of Grand Rapids

The Coming Glory beautifully presents the end of our earthly lives in terms of a natural departure, leaving one place to go to another. Through an instructive lineup of Bible verses, Paul Swets shows how to find comfort for the journey and how you can know for certain that the astounding good news of heaven is for you!

—Carla Sinnema

Teacher

Tremendously inspiring! The Coming Glory is full of words that speak to the mind, heart, and soul with confidence and assurance as we face death. It would be an immensely helpful tool for ministers to give to parishioners facing life-and-death situations.

—Rev. Dr. John W. Tien

Retired Pastor

Having lost my spouse, I turned to sources of comfort and assurance. Grief and uncertainty occupied my thoughts. I found answers in The Coming Glory. Death brings loss and is certain. But this book offers life and hope that we survivors all need for continuing our lives on earth. I thank God that Paul Swets wrote this book. I recommend it to everyone, especially those who find themselves perplexed by the same questions I faced.

—Dr. Rodger Rice

Emeritus Professor of Sociology,

Calvin College

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