The patriarch job portrayed this truth as well when he penned the words. A primer on the book of revelation kindle edition by. This article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson. The book of revelation is superbly written and thomson describes the emotional turmoil of the central character perfectly, from the dramatic effect of his ordeal on his sexual behaviour, to his desire for solitude and his disconnection from society. The book of the revelation pastor david legge 4 reign of righteousness. This fabulous revelation reveals the past, the present, and the future. It aligns perfectly and illuminates magnificently the prophecies of daniel, ezekiel, isaiah, and other hebrew prophets. A primer on the book of revelation ted noel is 20% off every day at. According to ferrell jenkins, in his book studies in the book of revelation p. This approach to the book does not find any specific application of the signs and symbols. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Therefore, this book contains information god intends to disclose or reveal to humans, rather than conceal from us.
It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Book of revelation was written to address this need. The book of revelation is similar to other literature of the time thats called apocalyptic, which typically includes visions, global clashes, endoftheworld warnings, and many, many symbols. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. The book of revelation part 1 of 22 hi my name is paul wittenberger, director and producer of what in the world are they spraying, the great culling, and my newest film, after the tribulation. Contains 22 chapters, 404 verses and 12,000 words 1. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Read revelation 7 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. The book of deeds or remembrances is described in ps. What you are about to watch is called the book of revelation. The comforting promise of revelation when you are certain of your future, then you can concentrate on your present. Online study of the book of revelation randy white ministries. The clear purpose of revelation love worth finding with. The dead were judged according to what they had done as recorded in the books.
The book of revelation explained volume 4 other publications by the author dan iel and rev at on texts exam ned depressi on did j esu d c nd i to h ll. The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. But very much of the book of revelation involves periods of time where we are on this earth, and we will face the things that are mentioned. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Utley writes that there are two books mentioned in scripture. The revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. A primer on the book of revelation paperback january 1, 2010 by ted noel author 5. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The revelation of john the divine the argument it is manifest, that the holy ghost would as it were gather into this most excellent book a sum of those prophecies, which were written before, but should be fulfilled after the coming of christ, adding also such things as should be expedient, as well to forewarn us of the dangers to come, as to. Hahn demonstrates why this littlestudied book contains many of the keys to understanding the gospels. The book of revelation is a revealing of jesus christ in glory. The book of revelation explained volume 1 gospel trumpeter.
He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. It does belong to a tradition of apocalyptic writing, which began in judaism in the second temple period. There has never been a time when it was more necessary to read and understand the book of revelation than right now.
Jul 05, 2016 there has never been a time when it was more necessary to read and understand the book of revelation than right now. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 7 and more. Each day brings us closer to what the bible calls the end of the world. The time for understanding the book of revelation is now at hand. With a book like the book of revelation, you will inevitably have several central messages depending on the angle from which you look at them. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. The expression, the revelation, is from the greek word apokalupsis. Nothing impure will ever enter it, nor will anyone who does what is shameful or deceitful, but only those whose names are written in the lambs book of life. Some people see it primarily as a political statement. This idea has a strong tie to the book of revelation, as the gospel of jesus christ is the good news that he brought. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. A careful examination of the book of revelation explains its purpose and what it is about. When there has reached that stage when there is the separation of.
A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of that progenerated from those bringing such an action into being. Revelation explained part 1 jesus unveiled revelation is. This video includes 4 episodes out of the 5 that aired for the. In the face of apparently insuperable evil, either from within or from without, all christians are called to trust in jesus promise, behold, i am with you always, until the end of the age mt 28. Revelation bears similar features to the book of daniel d. Gods redemptive story and the action bible devotional. I remember growing up thinking that the book of revelation was impossible to understand.
Revelation is the only prophetical book in the new testament c. The revelation of saint john the apostle geneva bible 1599. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction this commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. It sees the book as a representation of the ageold battle between good and evil and is unrelated to specific historical events. Our current study is a versebyverse walk through the book of revelation. You will behold the great unveiled vision of john, given 1900 years ago. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. While these are both graphic novels, the action bible and its derivatives are along the lines of a comic book. It is, of course, the cryptic symbolism of revelation that makes it challenging to understand. You thought revelation was about the end of the world. Contextual the contextual view holds that revelation grew out of the context of its own time and circumstances. So this book is a revelation of jesus christ, not in the sense that matthew, mark, luke and john revealed him, but rather than the humiliated christ, we have.
Apr 14, 2016 as with the book of revelation, we are still called to root out injustice and imagine new futures, futures full of justice, peace, love, hope, and nonsense. As part of scripture, the book of revelation was given by inspiration of god 2 timothy 3. Revelation 7 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. Outline of the book of revelation of jesus the things which must soon take place rev 1. Apr 28, 2015 the book of revelation is similar to other literature of the time thats called apocalyptic, which typically includes visions, global clashes, endoftheworld warnings, and many, many symbols. One interesting description presented in revelation is the figure 666. Dragons and demons, angels and plagues, mark of the beast, stars fall, heavens rolled up cats and dogs living.
I believe the clear purpose of revelation is exactly what it says it is. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction this commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue. Reviewed by alex soto when a marriage covenant has been breached by. Now these 7 churches which are in asia are listed a. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. Another book was opened, which is the book of life. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. Irvin baxter explains revelation in a 16 lesson commentary available on dvd in our endtime store. G if ts, oce and t hepera on of t new testamen church how to study ident ifying the beasts of revelat on jud e, t h ac t s of t po a, volume 1 sunday school quarterly jud e, t h ac t s of t po a, volume 2. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with a helpful commentary.
To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation. And so the book is being written unto 7 churches which are in asia. Revelation is the only book with a promise of blessing to readers 1. If a jewish fisherman understood what his rabbi showed him, then it shouldnt be hard for us, either. The book of revelation is the book of hope in spite of all those fearful sceneries and mysteries described in it. And i saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Uncovering the truths of the book of revelation 12 youtube. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. A primer on the book of revelation kindle edition by noel, ted. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book.
The book of revelation has been placed in the to hard basket by many, simply because theyve been told its to difficult to understand. He explains that, for those students willing to examine the historical background to the new testament, the book of revelation actually summarizes the central doctrines of faith. I know thy affliction and poverty a poor prerogative in the eyes of the world. Revelation explained part 1 jesus unveiled revelation. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Dec 05, 2010 outline of the book of revelation of jesus. Read revelation 10 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Believers voice of victory with gloria copeland and billye brim in the series uncovering the truths of the book of revelation. It wasnt until a few years ago that i was able to acquire a toehold on the meaning of. Dec 09, 2012 believers voice of victory with gloria copeland and billye brim in the series uncovering the truths of the book of revelation. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading a primer on the book of revelation.
Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 10 and more. This demonstrates that the book of revelation is a very important book and occupies its rightful place in the bible. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. However the main issues which this book tackles are broadly apocalyptic, metaphysical ones. Daniel, recorded 600 years earlier, sets the stage for the larger and more detailed book of revelation, which describes many events nowhere else in the bible. The purpose of the writer is not to cover up the message but rather through a series of visions, and symbols he makes the message of god more clear. This post originally appeared on westview christian fellowships blog and was adapted from a sermon.
The angel at philadelphia likewise had in their sight but a little strength. This is because in the end good triumphed in the seemingly unending cosmic battle between the forces of good and evil. This framework is primarily laid out in daniel and revelation. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The book of revelation, also known as the book of the apocalypse, is an unveiling of jesus christ. Summary of the book this is not a comprehensive outline of the book. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a blessing associated with it for those who will read itnot once but twice. The book of revelation endtime ministries irvin baxter. God reveals a basic framework for understanding future events. The author endeavors to encourage the persecuted saints of his own day and, by application, the church throughout the ages.
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