After surveying the debate over eschatology, Ladd discusses the promise of the kingdom, the fulfillment of the promise, and the consummation of the promise. Throughout the book he develops his thesis that the kingdom of God involves two great movements--fulfillment within history and consummation at the end of history. Contributor’s Bio:

George Eldon Ladd: is Professor of New Testament Exegesis and Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California.