The Great and Marvelous Work of the Father

By: Ellison Bridges

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

The Bible is full of prophecies about the last days or end times. They teach that Messiah is coming and that we must prepare. Before Messiah comes, the remnants of Israel must be gathered again. This happens after the Gentile nations reject the fullness of the Gospel. How will this transition occur? The scriptures reveal it will be a marvelous work and a wonder. The author has thoroughly researched these prophecies, looking for hidden details and clues about this marvelous work or "strange act" that will occur as we transition from spiritual Babylon and into a long period of peace and harmony after the Kingdom of God has been established. But Bridges does not limit himself to Bible prophecy alone. He also explores other traditions that dovetail with biblical teachings and help us understand them in greater depth. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he also explores their rich revelatory traditions that for 200 years have shed new light on Bible prophecy. The Book of Mormon describes the teachings of Jesus to some of the Lord's "other sheep not of this fold" (John 10:16). The Savior expounds on the words of Isaiah, and other Bible prophecy, labeling this future marvelous work and a wonder the "work of the Father," a work that Heavenly Father will perform for the sake of his Son. Bridges explores, using every conceivable scriptural passage and teaching, what the Father will do to prepare the way for the establishment of the Kingdom of our God and his Christ. What we learn is that God is a personal Deity, taking great interest in our happiness and destiny. How directly Heavenly Father engages in the preparation for the return of Messiah is a central question this book explores. But aside from that, one thing is clear: Heavenly Father directly orchestrates latter-day events, and he will honor the ancient covenants he has made with the House of Israel. The final result will be Zion--heaven on earth for a thousand years. It also takes boots on the ground, and we're invited to participate.