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The dawn of heaven breaksAnticipating eternityInspirationalTHE DAWN OF HEAVEN BREAKS This encouraging book is a compilation of hymns, Bible verses and writings on the subject of heaven, ably and helpfully edited by Sharon James. It is a very easy book to read and has been well laid out. Many common questions regarding heaven are addressed and each theme builds on those preceding. Sharon James gives insight into the background and Christian experience of the many evangelical authors she quotes from. The subject has been well researched and the book includes many wonderful extracts, including a particularly memorable description of heaven penned by Jonathan Edwards. Lesser-known and fuller versions of well-loved hymns on the theme of eternity are gathered together. The subtitle ‘Anticipating Eternity’ is an apt description of the experience of the reader. The various excerpts and quotes reach a climax as the book draws to a close with the life and experience of Samuel Rutherford as expressed in the full version of Anne Ross Cousin’s hymn, ‘Immanuel’s Land’ — based on his life. Undoubtedly this book will be a help to pastors and a comfort to any bereaved Christian. The short chapters and sections lend themselves readily to being dipped into or used for a more extended time of meditation. However, the scope and value of this book is much broader. Every Christian would gain much from viewing life from the perspective of heaven: Eternal glories gleam afar to nerve my faint endeavour This book will re-motivate and inspire any discouraged soul and provide a timely reminder of the goal and hope of our faith. Ruth Williams, © Evangelicals Now - February 2008 |