The Antichrist
Forward
The contents of this book were first given out by the author at Bible
Conferences, and then appeared in their present form in Studies in the
Scriptures.[1] As the subject of
them is of such importance to students of prophecy, and as so little has been
published thereon, we have deemed it advisable to issue them, complete, in book
form. So far as the writer is aware, only two or three comparatively brief
booklets and essays have appeared on this particular theme, though to their
contents we are indebted for a number of helpful suggestions.
Our aim has been to present as comprehensive an outline as our space would
allow. Much of what we have advanced will no doubt be new to the great majority
of our readers. Frequently we have been obliged to deviate from the
interpretations of those who have gone before us. Nevertheless, we have sought
to give clear proof texts for everything advanced, and we would respectfully
urge the reader to examine them diligently and impartially.
The subject is unspeakably solemn, and before each chapter was commenced we
lifted up our heart to God that we might write with His fear upon us. To
speculate about any of the truths of Holy Writ is the height of irreverence:
better far to humbly acknowledge our ignorance when God has not made known His
mind to us. Only in His light do we see light. Secret things belong unto the
Lord, but the things which are revealed (in Scripture) belong unto us and to
our children. Therefore, it is our bounden duty, as well as holy privilege, to
search carefully and prayerfully into what God has been pleased to tell us upon
this, as upon all other subjects of inspiration.
Fully conscious are we that we have in no wise exhausted the subject. As the
time of the manifestation of the Man of Sin draws near, God may be pleased to
vouchsafe a fuller and better understanding of those parts of His Word which
make known "the things which must shortly come to pass". That others may be led
to make a more thorough inquiry for themselves is our earnest hope, and that
God may be pleased to use this work to stimulate to this end is our prayer. May
He deign to use to His glory whatever in this book is in harmony with His Word,
and cause to fall to the ground whatever in it is displeasing to Him.
Arthur W. Pink,
Swengel, Pa.
October, 1923.
[1] A monthly magazine, true to its title. Each
issue contains two or three lengthy articles by the writer. $1.00 per year.
Address Studies in the Scriptures, Swengel, Pa.
