When the Lion Roars: Understanding the Implications of Ancient Prophecies for Our Time

I've read many books, both fiction and non fiction, in the last few years that are based on the Bible, it's history, and it's prophecies. This one was highly recommended by someone close to me who was really excited about this author's explanations of the prophecies as they are affecting what is happening in our world right now. It didn't take very long to realize this isn't "just another book on prophecy" because it ties in all the advances in technology and world politics that we are watching unfold with how those things affect the future fulfillment of prophecy, and how one depends on the other. I found this an exciting and very thoughtful book with so many insights that I can see me reading it many times in the future as things unfold.

This is my first book by this Author and I'm impressed. Bible prophecy can be a wide open topic full of conjecture and scary predictions. The Author does an outstanding job of keeping the reader interested, not getting out there with wild predictions but still delivering an intriguing read, well documented and he explains his positions and points quite well. I did not expect it to be as well thought out, honest as to what he knows, believes and is offering an opinion. Good stuff.

This is the third book I’ve read by Carl Gallups and I must say I enjoyed it as much as the previous two. Mr. Gallups has unique perspective on Bible prophecy and a good way of explaining it. I also like the fact that Mr. Gallups is willing to look outside the box of conventional wisdom in an effort to understand some of the more difficult prophetic passages. This book was written as an overview of the day and age in which we live with an eye toward evaluating whether or not we are living in the season of the Messiah’s return. The book is divided into three parts: • Part I: Understanding the Prophetic Nature of Our Times • Part II: The Problems of Biblical Prophecy • Part III: The Profound Prophetic Markers of Our Times I really liked the title and theme of this book. When The Lion Roars is an apt way to describe the book’s message, i.e. that YHWH, from the prophetic pages of the Bible, is calling mankind to awake out of our slumber because Yeshua’s return is drawing nigh. So many of us today have become apathetic to the subject of Bible prophecy and Yeshua’s return. This I believe stems from a complacent and increasingly secular view of YHWH, the living God of the Bible. Drew Dyck of the Leadership Journal aptly described such an attitude in Yawning at Tigers . And then there are the words of the apostle Paul written to the Romans: And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. (Romans 13:11) * * * Some of the highlights of the book: • Chapter 6: Were They Mistaken • Chapter 13: The Tie That Binds • Chapter 14: The Revenant Nation On a more critical note, there were aspects of Mr. Gallups’ interpretation of prophetic record that I respectfully disagree with, or at least I believe it could have been addressed more thoroughly. A few of these included: • Daniel 9 and the prophecy of 70 Weeks:| Like many of his peers, Mr. Gallups fails to address the starting point of this prophecy as it relates to the 2nd temple era. He also fails to explain why his interpretation does not include a Biblical reckoning of time. As important as this prophecy is to Mr. Gallups’ eschatological world view, I believe it deserves to be established upon a commensurate foundation in the Biblical record. • Gog & Magog and Israel dwelling securely in the land: Mr. Gallups in his discussion of Gog & Magog and Israel’s hostile neighbors does not thoroughly address the context of Israel dwelling securely in the land. This idea contextually comes first from Leviticus 25 & 26 and is a promise of YHWH that if Israel obeys His commandments they would dwell in the land securely. The idea is further elucidated in Jeremiah 32 and Zechariah 14. Further Ezekiel himself explains the context of Israel dwelling securely in chapters 28 and 34, both passages unmistakably point to the millennial reign of Yeshua. I would really like to have a better understand of how Mr. Gallups dealt with these verses in his own exploration of the subject. In closing let me say that even if you disagree with some of Mr. Gallups’ perspective on Bible prophecy, the final four chapters are a must read. They include: • Chapter 31: Balance • Chapter 32: Perspective • Chapter 33: The Ingathering • Chapter 34: Engage and Advance Though I can’t agree with everything written in this book I believe it was well worth reading. I enjoy learning about other believers’ perspectives on Bible prophecy and Mr. Gallups’ unique view is well worth pursuing. As a final thought, which I believe expresses one of the underlying themes of this book, I leave you with the words of Joel: YHWH also shall roar out of Zion, and utter his voice from Jerusalem; and the heavens and the earth shall shake: but YHWH will be the hope of his people, and the strength of the children of Israel. (Joel 3:16)

You will want to read this book over and over again, while you are watching what is happening in the world today. It is such a compelling book and yet easy to read and understand of how prophecy is unfolding right before us. Each chapter begins with a recognizable quote which grabs your attention with the expectation of deeper revelations within. I could not put it down until I had read it all the way through…a must for everyone to have…an absolute must!!!

Filled in a lot of the blanks for me. Very credible presentation of how prophesy impacts this current world, pointing to the certainty that we are, in fact, living in the End Times. The question of where you will spend eternity should come to mind for anyone who does not know Jesus Christ. There are only two choices. If you do not choose the one, the other will be chosen for you.

The book presented interesting scenarios for Biblical End Time Events to occur, scenarios that have merit, possibilities and at least are thought provoking. Think about it, look "around," what do you see going on in our world today? Are there events happening much closer to home - your home - that you thought not possible or likely to happen? This is good, food for thought reading. Don't criticize it before you read it!

Amazing book. I am loving every page. For anyone interested in Bible Prophecy and Israel, this is a must. I have heard Carl Gallups when he was a guest on either Skywatchtv or Prophecy Watchers and liked him so much I ordered the book. It is one of my best choices. I study the Bible and have read through it many, many times and love Israel and end times stuff.

Loved this book. Very informative. Every Believer should read it as it covers the happenings in the world of the last few years in very understandable words. Not only for believers in the Lord Jesus Christ but others searching or even fearful of what is happening in the world today. God bless Carl Gallups the author!!

Detailed and to the point easy reading that I highly recommend. Full of factual information - its a must have! Your eyes will be opened.

This is by far the best book I have read about what's going on in the world. The author is using the news headlines, immerging technology announcements, new science revelations, etc., under the microscope of biblical prophecy to explain the world we live in and the one our kids will live it. This could be the book that wakes people up! I've ready many books, covering all these aspects, but this one puts it together in an easy to read format, using everyday language. It isn't simplistic, but neither is something that requires even a secondary education to understand. It sharpens the focus on many of the things we've seen and glossed over. It is well documented so even a person brand new to all these concepts can fact-check and be assured they are not being sold a bill of goods, so to speak. I highly recommend this book.

Second book I have read from Carl Gallups. He did not let me down. A really good read and fast!

A most comprehensive and interesting book. I can highly recommend it.

Excellent and informative for anyone searching for truth and reason