In many ways, the sanctuary service is the hub of Seventh-day Adventist theology, end-time perspective, and devotion (of course, Jesus Christ Himself is the true nucleus). As the title indicates, Mark Shipowick endeavors to go in a balanced but less-explored direction.
The Mosaic model, with its structure and services, receives more attention and is more often the focus of study. The author eagerly posits that the particularities and unique elements of Ezekiel's temple have many valuable lessons to teach us regarding the gospel and apocalyptic realities. He unpacks the various connections he's found between this fascinating model and the key aspects of Revelation, such as the 144,000, judgment, and atonement. This volume also digs into the significance of the similarities and contrasts between the sets of offerings from Moses and Ezekiel's respective ceremonials.
Shipowick highlights key newsworthy events that have transpired over the past 100-plus years and emphasizes their importance in the historical-prophetic landscape. His objective in these studies and surveys is to help prepare his readers-his brothers and sisters in the Lord-for the tumult that lies ahead in earth's final moments and the culmination of the grand, eternal victory of our Savior, the Lion-Lamb.
