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Thinning the Veil: Encountering Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation, By Shane J. Wood

Thinning the Veil

Encountering Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation

by Shane Joseph Wood

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Thinning the Veil
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$26.99
  • Length: 216 pages
  • Dimensions: 6 × 9 in
  • Published: May 20, 2025
  • Imprint: IVP Academic
  • ISBN: 9781514009222
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Christianity Today Book Awards Finalist—Biblical Studies

Encounter the Hope of Jesus in the Book of Revelation

The Biblical book of Revelation—a text that, for many, remains shrouded in mystery and confusion. The cryptic symbols and visions of the end times often evoke anxiety among believers. Is it even possible to find hope and spiritual growth within its pages? Thinning the Veil combines Biblical scholarship with personal reflection, making the study of Revelation accessible and enriching. You'll discover that the heart of Revelation lies in its opening words—"the revelation of Jesus Christ." It's a powerful and personal unveiling, designed to bridge the gap between heaven and earth, bringing God's presence into our lives in a very real and transforming way.

Authored by renowned Biblical scholar Shane J. Wood, Thinning the Veil provides a fresh perspective on Revelation, aiming to transform our understanding of this profound text. Wood invites readers to see Revelation not as a daunting puzzle but as a revelation of Jesus, meant to inspire divine intimacy and spiritual renewal.

Each chapter of Thinning the Veil is crafted to deepen your engagement through:

  1. Interpretation Tools: Engage with exercises that explore different principles of Biblical interpretation, helping you unlock the deeper meanings within Revelation.
  2. Scriptural Insights: Delve into thorough textual studies that illuminate the complex passages, unveiling the profound messages they contain.
  3. Spiritual Takeaways: Reflect on spiritualpractices and thought-provoking questions designed to invite the Word to transform your soul, just as it did for its original audience.

Are you ready to dispel the mystery and uncover the hope that lies within the book of Revelation? Thinning the Veil is your guide to experiencing Revelation’s hopeful and transformational message.

REVIEWS

"What an exciting and engaging exploration of the book of Revelation! Shane Wood reminds us what this book is all about: a revelation of Jesus Christ. He doesn't give you all the answers—but he ensures you are asking the right questions."Ian Paul, author of Revelation: An Introduction and Commentary (Tyndale New Testament Commentaries)
"Shane Wood's Thinning the Veil offers a thick exposition of the book of Revelation. The book is historically informed and exegetically rich yet offers an accessible explanation to one of the most mystifying books in the Bible. Wood's approach combines textual analysis with takeaways and practical tips for reading that will enrich readers of the New Testament."Michael F. Bird, deputy principal at Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia
"This book preaches! Nothing like a traditional commentary, Thinning the Veil speaks to the heart, opening up the book of Revelation as it is meant to be done—one eye on the text, the other on our lives. Deeply aware that the last book of the Bible does not offer fortune telling cartography but aims to soften our hearts to the intimacy of a crucified and risen King, Shane Wood opens our eyes to just how tantalizingly thin the veil between heaven and earth has become in our incarnate Lord. Meditate on this book; it models a combination of scholarly depth and spiritual direction."Hans Boersma, professor at Nashotah House Theological Seminary in Wisconsin and author of Pierced by Love
"Too often, focus on finding a 'road map' for the end times misses the truth that Revelation is about Jesus Christ! Shane Wood does a marvelous job unveiling Jesus in this challenging Bible book. His moving illustrations and strong applications draw the reader into the heart of Revelation and, indeed, into the very heart of God. Accompanying tools (including videos) present practical ways to enter Revelation's text in a transforming way. Well-researched and compellingly written, this book offers insights for those new to Revelation and those who already love its revelation of Jesus."Dana M. Harris, professor and chair of the New Testament department at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
"It truly is difficult to overstate how poetic, prophetic, and breathtaking this accessible journey through John's Apocalypse is. Not only did it help me read the revelation of Jesus Christ better historically, theologically, and exegetically, but I walked away with a deeper love for God. Shane Wood has written a masterful book that deserves a wide reading."A. J. Swoboda, associate professor of Bible and theology at Bushnell University and author of The Gift of Thorns
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CONTENTS

List of Illustrations
Acknowledgements
Abbreviations
Introduction: The Revelation of Jesus Christ (Revelation 1:1)

1. Thinning the Veil (Revelation 1): The Casualty of Loneliness
2. The Mystery of Intimacy (Revelation 2–3): Tension, Terror, and Seven Golden Lampstands
3. The Power in Heaven's Halls (Revelation 4–5): Identity, Action, and Who God Is
4. Worship Is War (Revelation 6:1–8:5): Politics, Propaganda, and the Power of Story
5. The Tenderness ofGod (Revelation 8:6–11:19): Unveiling Evil and the God of Pursuit
6. This Is Your Enemy (Revelation 12–14): Disrobing a Deceptive Target
7. The Message in the Meantime (Revelation 15–16): Christ, Our Deeds, and the Death of Death
8. The Beginning of Evil's End (Revelation 17:1–19:10): Violence, Infighting, and Parasites
9. God's Triumphal Procession (Revelation 19:11–20:15): Why Satan Must Be Released
10. From Garden to Garden (Revelation 21:1–22:21): Pursuing the God of Pursuit

Appendix: Interpreting Numbers in Revelation
Bibliography
Illustration Credits
Subject Index
Scripture Index

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ABOUT Shane J. Wood

Shane Wood

Shane J. Wood (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is professor of New Testament and Its Origins at Ozark Christian College. In addition to speaking at churches and conferences worldwide, Shane produces a variety of audio, video, and written resources available at shanejwood.com. He is the author of Between Two Trees: Our Transformation from Death to Life and The Alter-Imperial Paradigm: Empire Studies and the Book of Revelation. Shane and his wife, Sara, have four children and live in southwest Missouri.

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