We find ourselves in an hour that requires great spiritual preparation for the unique dynamics that are still ahead for the church, Israel, and the world as it is and will be. I am thankful for any and every resource that gives courage to godly men and women to see where the world is going and embrace the unique role that the church serves this generation. Therefore, I am thankful for Richard Tow and his timely service to the body of Christ in laboring to produce this important book. A generation of believers, young and old, are searching for biblical truth with depth on the subject of the return of Jesus because of the recent escalation of trouble and darkness. I highly recommend that Richard's book be a priority for any searching for a clearer sense of the "why behind the what" of the timing of the Tribulation that precedes the Lord's return.

David Sliker
President, International House of Prayer University


My friend and fellow minister for many years, Richard Tow has written a must-read book if you are interested in eschatology. His comprehensive, scholarly, non-dogmatic research of Scripture, and the positions held on the Tribulation and the Rapture of the church, leave it up to the individual reader to decide for him or herself which view to espouse. Rapture or Tribulation is the kindest, most thorough book I have read on the topic.

Dr. Loren Houltberg
Professor, Author, and Regional Pastor for the Foursquare Church