The author has an unique way of explaining biblical prophecy. This would make a wonderful Bible study. Highly recommended.

This was a fresh perspective on End Times theology. Max Lucado has been an auto-read author since I was first introduced to him in college and as my dad was super interested in End Times, I'm fairly well-versed in what happens next. However, Lucado put a fresh spin on things and one that "felt" more uplifting. Beginning with the covenant made in the Garden of Eden and progressing through the other covenants throughout scripture, Lucado plots out a road map from the beginning of time through the end, taking into account the prophecies in Daniel, Jeremiah, and Revelation. He also references Paul's letters to the early church, King David, other Old Testament prophets and Jesus Christ himself. Referencing the culture of Bible times, the author paints a picture of why the church/holy city is referred to as a bride and other such significant correlations in the visions John had in Revelation. He also creates a timeline - showcasing where we've been so we know what we can still expect to be. While we cannot know the date or time (and the significance of that is also spelled out), Lucado shows what signs we should be continuing to look for before the end will come. With thought-provoking questions at the end, including prayers to accompany each chapter, I would definitely recommend this one to anyone who wants to better understand the end times and where we are in that timeline. I thoroughly enjoyed this read. Special thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance e-copy of this book. I was under no obligation to provide a review and the thoughts contained herein are my own.

Max Lucado, you are a pure light of Jesus. Your books are just always so phenomenal. I am always so awe struck by the way you bring scripture and truth, and how you guide it back to the word of the Lord. Thank you for talking about such a heavy topic, but one that needs to be brought up more and more with the way the world is. Our BSF is studying Revelations this year and I so needed this book full of direction for this study. Thank you for such beautiful words and your heart for the Lord.

In What Happens Next, Max Lucado breaks down the question of what happens after the earth as we know it passes, in simple terms and in his typical illustrative manner. According to the author, the purpose of this book is for information so that we will have no reason to fear. However, the Bible is clear - Jesus is coming back for the rapture of His own, there will be an antiChrist and a time of tribulation, the Millennial Reign of Christ, the final battle between Good and Evil, the Great Judgement, all culminating in Eternity. Every Christian should read this book. I also loved how it is consistent with the fictionalised Left Behind series by Tim Lahaye.
Thank you, Netgalley and Nelson Books | Thomas Nelson for giving me the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Understanding the end times prophecy in the Bible can be difficult, but Max Lucado effortlessly tackles this daunting subject and makes it easy to understand. From Genesis to Revelation, he follows God’s plan for mankind and proves that God keeps His promises. If you don’t know what will happen next, and why it matters, or if Daniel and Revelation seem too daunting to wade through, pick up this book for an engaging study through the wonderful things in store for believers in Christ.
*I received a complimentary copy of this e-book courtesy of Thomas Nelson Publishing through NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I loved this book by Max Lucado. As with all his books, Max talks to you not above you. He breaks things down so you understand and can follow along all while using examples and stories that you can relate to.

I love the premise of the book and that "Max Lucado believes God wants us to be prepared, not scared; informed, not intimidated." This is first book about the "end times" that explains the timeline in a meaningful way by looking at events that have already occurred to help us understand those that are yet to occur.

What Happens Next Aug 23


Why should we think about the future when there is so much to concern us now - family, bills, the state of the world ?

We should seriously consider the future because Jesus warned us about what to expect in the Last Days - wars, famines, plagues, earthquakes, and economic turmoils and also about the AntiChrist making a deal with Israel. This was not possible until Israel became a state in May of 1948 with the support and recognition of President Truman.

Max then goes on to say that God has always kept His promises to us, through Adam, Abraham and Daniel. Daniel prophesied when Jesus came and what it will be like in the Tribulation.

The subject of the Rapture of the Church and the Millennium are discussed with various theories on what the Millennium is, if it is a thousand years period or if it is something different.

You will learn about the various covenants God has made in the past and how a covenant will be made in the Tribulation era between the Antichrist and Israel.

Think about what the future hold and your part as a believer in it.

You can count on beloved author Max Lucado to make the complex simple and understandable. One area of the Christian faith that can be hard to comprehend is the End Times. Mr. Lucado encourages us to consider “What Happens Next.”

Some of us may be longing for the Second Coming, some may be concerned about it, and some may have no interest whatsoever. Max Lucado outlines the chronology of end times in a positive and loving, friendly way. “We do not know when our Lord will come, but we know he will. May he find us watching.”

“Let the promise of the next life define the way you spend this life.” This book is thoughtful, positive and compelling. It is based on Scripture, with plenty of Max Lucado’s charming stories and anecdotes. I was blessed to have read it and I highly recommend “What Happens Next”.

Thanks to Net Galley and Thomas Nelson publishing for an Advance Review Copy. This is my honest review.

I love Max Lucado books and this new book is no exception. His writing style is clear and easy to understand with Bible verses relevant to his topic. By using life examples it just reinforces his point all the more. He makes the books interesting and thought provoking. I have learned so much from his writing. He is one of my favourite Christian authors.

I think anyone who picks up this book or any of Max Lucado's books will want to learn more and will be excited for the future. It fills the reader with hope of what is to come.

I highly recommend this book to everyone. Thanks to NetGalley and Nelson Books for an advance copy of this book.

What Happens Next by Max Lucado is a clear, easy to understand resource on what the Bible tells us to expect in the coming days. He illustrates with heart warming stories and references scripture throughout. I don’t know how any believer could pick up this book and not be excited for the future God has planned for us.

Thank you for this ARC.
As I get older, I keep enjoying Lucado's books. Every chapter is a lesson from the Bible with Max's life story attached to it some way. Helps through the fear and anxiety you may have. Have an open mind and try to be a child of faith. As you get closer to your end time, because we all live on borrowed time, have patience and love.

What Happens Next
by Max Lucado
Pub Date: August 13, 2024
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
I am a fan of Lucado's writing style and bible studies. I have read and done as many studies as we can. I highly recommend this book.
Are we living in the end times? If so, what does that mean for me? Max Lucado's optimistic, accessible, and non-sensational guide to what the Bible says about heaven's timeline will empower readers to face the future with faith.
Max explores four big ideas that will provide a solid foundation for understanding God's plans and will remind us that we are headed to a far better place than where we started. He explains that

we were made to reign with Christ; God has made and will keep his promises; heaven has a timeline; and a golden era, the millennium, awaits God's children.
In this book we are reminded: It's all about Hope! It's all about HIM!

I’ve heard it said that “fear not “ is in the Bible at least 365 times. One for each day of the year. As we live in these last days, there are many books out there that are more fearful instead of being filled with hope and faith. That is not the case with “What Happens Next.” This is a very good book where Max tackles not being anxiety ridden about these last days as we wait for the return of Jesus. It is possible to be prepared and ready without being in fear. Max did well explaining this subject as he always does.

I received an advanced reader’s copy from Nelson Books/Thomas Nelson and Netgalley. Opinions are my own.