Begin reading gods word ad free with instant access to your new online study library. The book of revelation was written for a people under pressure. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. This revelation bible study page and free bible study outlines and teacher guides present a uniquely balanced, scholarly, and commonsense approach to the book.
Version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. The book of revelation explained kindle edition by davis, kevin. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. The book of revelation is a revealing of jesus christ in glory. The route by which the revelation came to john is given here.
The opening of the fifth seal described in the book of revelation is a topic of much debate. For further information and visuals of the throne of god, angels, cherubim, four living creatures, new jerusalem, tabernacle, temple, jesus christ and the book of revelation see other chapter downloads. He mentions details about these communities that indicate he. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so.
A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. The next two and a half chapters give more detail of the events that have just happened. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. I think that the key to the book of revelation is that it has an incredibly ornate and lush imagery. Broadus lists seven theories of interpretation and tregelles lists three. A 144000 israel jewish evangelists during the tribulation as described by the apostle john in the bible at revelation chapter 14. The book of revelation concludes with the angels testimony and additional counsel from the lord. I discuss those chapters in detail on a separate page called. 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. It is here to help christians to survive in a hostile world, and that is how we need to study.
Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of scripture merely allude to, become clearly visible through revelation about jesus christ see historical and theological themes. This long and detailed prophecy is in the last book of the bible, revelation. The one thing every christian should be doing but most are not. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of revelation explained. Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the forces of evil and his recreation of the world for the redeemed. The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. Christ is the central figure in the book of revelation and as such his supremacy is the theme. Though for this unique time period, to have everything would be an enormous book. Three easy steps to start your free trial subscription to bible gateway plus.
Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Just like in these few chapters of revelation where figures and symbols are cited, in the other parts of the rest of the scriptures there are also numerous items that warrant deeper study for which time is the missing factor. Although good expositors differ on the details of the book of revelation, when it comes to the broad interpretation, there are four major systems. I believe that god himself is the author of the bible. As i told you on the phone, this series was something i started early in 2015. And many religious people believe that the book of revelation offers no help anyway, because it cannot be understood. I had just started to study the truth about god the fatherthe only true godhis son jesus christ, and their spirit when going into the book of revelation. The book of revelation often called the revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words, the apocalypse, the revelation, or simply revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Thank you for calling me to ask further about the details of this concern. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of.
Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. John explains where he was when he received this vision of the end time. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr. The book of revelation in more detail people get ready. 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. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others.
Revelation is a record of the acts of the spirit through the endtime apostles and prophets. The book of revelation explained by pastor allen nolan is a. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Exploring the book of revelation, prophecy, and apocalyptic literature. Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. On this page i will answer questions that students have frequently asked in my three decades of teaching revelation. While revelation offers many details on the tribulationeven if they are often couched in the mystery of symbolic languageit is the final four chapters that dictate the overall message of the book. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The end time in the book of revelation united church of god. Enter your credit card information to ensure uninterrupted service following your free trial.
Now, its possible to listen to the word of god anywhere and anytime. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. Come explore the works of temple scholar frank shallieu. Revelation 1619 revelation 16 is the bowl plagues, which start after the 144,000 are. Before unfolding end time events, a magnificent self revelation of jesus christ is presented rev. That includes the book of revelation as all writing in the bible was inspired by the holy spirit of god, but the penman was the apostle john. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries.
Those who want to know more can study the work and commentaries of ebenezer henderson, or rawlinson on the truth of the scriptures, for example. Revelation 12 explained jesus unveiled revelation is. For the free chart and sermon notes used in this study outlining the book, click. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family.
To download in mp3 format, please click on the link. The book of revelation explained kindle edition by davis. The preterist interpretation is that all of revelation has been fulfilled in the past. You encounter these fantastic figures who play some role in the drama of the end, whether it be. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. 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. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible.
Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. The book of revelation is the endtime book of acts given to us in advance so that we may walk in a unified prayer focus by knowing the sequences of the seals and trumpets. Before we go into the first chapter and verse of revelation chapter 1, i would like to acquaint you with the penman, john the apostle. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1.
Many have wondered if the third temple will ever be built. Some believe the opening of the fifth seal has already occurred while others argue that it has not happened yet. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. The churches to whom it was first written didnt have the luxury of doing that. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and to what is to come. After this is a vision of the new heavens and new earththe world in its celestial state revelation 21. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some.
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