The subtitle for Making All Things New is “Inaugurated Eschatology for the Life of the Church.” This immediately tells us two things.

First, this book is semi-technical. With words like “inaugurated eschatology” you know what you’re in for. It’s readable, it’s accessible, but it might take a little work for the average reader.

Secondly, the subtitle clearly states the purpose of the book. We live in what theologians call the “already/not yet.” The Kingdom of God is here, but it is not yet fully consummated. We are saved, but we’re not yet glorified. The new age of redemption has arrived, but there’s still more to come. Gladd walks believers through how to live in this tension. Inaugurated eschatology means that when Christ came, he inaugurated the Kingdom and Messianic age. It’s here, it’s “already,” it’s begun, but it’s “not yet” in it’s completed state.

I have really enjoyed reading Benjamin Gladd, and I recommend his work to you!