Description
Table of Contents
Acknowledgements
Preface
Introduction: The Most Extraordinary Letter
1. Less Like a Home, More Like a Train
2. The Emerald Throne
3. The Scroll of Salvation
4. The Coronation of Heaven’s King
5. The Wedding of Two Worlds
6. God’s Thesis Statement
7. The Most Holy Place
8. The World Created for the Son
9. Conclusion: The End Is the New Beginning
Bibliography
Endorsements
“When people think of revelation, they often mistakenly think only of judgment and the destruction of the world. This book, A Resurrected Cosmos, captures the true essence, the new world, and reality God is preparing for his people. I recommend strongly not just reading but meditating on the themes uncovered in this excellent work. In actuality, we are citizens of heaven/the New Creation, and this will help us realize our wondrous present as well as our glorious future. Our lives will be changed, and we will see everything a lot more clearly as a result. It is exciting to see this extremely positive work on the Apocalypse come to light.”
—Grant R. Osborne, author of Revelation: Verse by Verse and The Hermeneutical Spiral
“In this extremely well written piece, Brayden Brookshier effectively identifies common misunderstandings concerning redemptive history, while directing the reader to a more biblically precise way of discussing the major themes of Revelation. Brookshier’s use of both creative illustrations and scholarly analysis makes A Resurrected Cosmos an absolute must-read for anyone seeking greater clarity regarding the eternal hope promised to those in Christ Jesus.”
—J. D. Eldridge, President, Branch College
“I’ve been reading and studying Apocalyptic literature all my life. It has been decades since I’ve read a book on Revelation that captured my imagination. Brayden Brookshier in his book A Resurrected Cosmos not only challenged my thinking but presented some fresh ideas that pushed me out of my proverbial box and beyond! I loved his take on ‘heavenizing earth.’ Frankly, the majority of scholarly works I’ve read on Revelation leave me feeling guilty. Guilty for yearning for some version of heaven that feels a little like my home, planet earth. Brayden applied scholarly exegesis to Revelation and the results are exciting. I hope you will take the time to read A Resurrected Cosmos. I promise you won’t feel guilty but rather exhilarated about heaven, earth, and a glorious future!”
—Steve Bombaci, Pastor, Newbreak Church Pacific Beach
“Ever find yourself a bit fearful of the Book of Revelation—or a bit too nonchalant about what it actually means for your life? Then let me introduce you to Brayden Brookshier, who unveils a treasure trove of truths about the final book of the Bible. These aren’t just nuggets, folks. These insights are the kind that should have followers of Christ everywhere both lifting our hands in awesome wonder and bowing in the [face] of such beautiful hope. After reading this book, I’m convinced you’ll see Revelation in an entirely new light and start to think of the last book of the Bible as the bridge to a new book—a living book in which you’re one of the characters—that’s far better than you’ve ever dared to imagine.”
—Caleb Breakey, author of Sermon Crunch: Write a Powerful Sermon in Half the Time
About the Author
Brayden Rockne Brookshier (MA, New Testament) serves as a pastor at Newbreak Church, Ocean Beach (San Diego) and devotes himself to showing how Christianity leads us to the true, good, and beautiful life. Brayden is the author of Flash Theology: A Visual Guide to Knowing and Enjoying God More (David C. Cook, 2023) and leads the biblical Greek program at Horizon University. Although he is a pastor and theologian, Brayden’s favorite titles are husband to Ariana and “Dada” to Kairo.
