The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. Now, its possible to listen to the word of god anywhere and anytime. A study of the book of revelation 1 a study of the book of. Clear and uncluttered, this bible speaks plainly, making it easier for you to enter into gods word. Our current study is a versebyverse walk through the book of revelation. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Larkin explains and interprets every statement in the book of revelation with reference to earlier books of the bible.
Bauckhams book will guide you into a richer understanding of the symbolism and their significance and literary art of johns prophetic imagination. This new book the book of revelation a study is available to download as a kindle ebook or pdf as the footnotes in the book bear out, most of this new book is a bringing together of various commentaries on revelation, leaning heavily on my favorite and very readable commentary, more than conquerors. Critics study the conventions of apocalyptic literature and events of the 1st century to make sense of what the author may have intended. Jesus christ has already defeated satan, sin, and death on our behalf a truth that gives us great hope for the future.
Studies in the book of revelation jack hayford ministries. It is a personal letter written from him to his church. It reports the return of christ to earth for the apocalypse, an event that has been. Without understanding the overall context of the bible, it is impossible to understand the book of revelation. Each week a group of faithful men meets for bible study and fellowship. This fabulous revelation reveals the past, the present, and the future. It is for those who are tired of playing games with revelation. Hahn demonstrates why this littlestudied book contains many of the keys to understanding the gospels.
What can we learn about sharing the gospel from john 1. The author and date of revelation the book s author was obviously john revelation 1. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. 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. From the onset, it is made clear that the last book of the bible is the revelation of jesus christ himself. Dec 17, 2012 revelations mark of the beast exposed 22 revelations ancient discoveries duration. Revelation the book complete study of the book of revelation. In addition, there are over 30 beautiful illustrations by pat marvenko smith, which will help the viewer to better visualize the symbolism. Online study of the book of revelation randy white ministries. That the reader may understand the book of revelation better and enjoy it more deeply, we offer several suggestions. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. The end of the first chapter lays out three distinct divisions.
Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. It does not formally address the issue of the incoming alien invasion, the return to the planet of the race of fallen angels who originally tried to destroy the humans by corrupting their dna. Filled with scores of symbols and images, johns glorious vision, as set forth in the book of revelation, is often a bewildering vision at that. Christ tells john to write therefore the things which you have seen, and the things which are, and the things which shall take place after these things. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a.
A simple but inspiring, versebyverse guide to the book of revelation, with a glossary of terms and symbols, and indepth articles and charts. Dear church family, for many, the most difficult book of the bible to understand is the final book of the new testament, the book of revelation. Mike bickles straightforward approach brings the message to life and emphasizes its relevance for us today. In this new study guide, the authors examine the book of revelation phrase by phrase, including the actual scripture passages and revealed corrections from the joseph smith translation. Carson praises his commentary as a learned and wellwritten work that not only explains the text satisfactorily in most instances but also introduces the student to the best of the secondary literature while saying that mounces special strength is in his appropriate and balanced use of both. Hahn gives catholic, mainline protestant, evangelical, orthodox christian and especially fundamentalist listeners a lesson of a true allencompassing universal catholic interpretation of the bible, which is. The return of jesus is contemplated in relation to the enlarged environment in which christianity stood.
Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. Before reading the book, look over the following questions and then answer the questions as you read. Sep 30, 2015 bauckhams book will guide you into a richer understanding of the symbolism and their significance and literary art of johns prophetic imagination. You will behold the great unveiled vision of john, given 1900 years ago. This study pays a fair homage to all the schools of thought regarding the interpretation of the book of revelation. It is suitable for use in individual study or a group study. Broadway, television, and film actor and director john rubinstein speaks. The book of revelation it is a well known fact that the book of revelation is among the most misunderstood books of the bible. However, im no pessimist because i have the book of revelation, and i can say to every person who has trusted christ. Includes three senses in which the book is the revelation of jesus christ the book s title. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Throughout this program gary covers popular views of premillennialism.
Revelations mark of the beast exposed 22 revelations ancient discoveries duration. In this 12week study, stephen witmer helps readers understand and appreciate revelations core message. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. Our study of the book of revelation will help us understand our times, it will let us see where we are on gods calendar. Three angels broadcasting network 3abn 3,650,948 views 58. Very interesting statement since this takes place in chapter 19 with jesus christ coming back, implying that we were just escorted through the tribulation.
It aligns perfectly and illuminates magnificently the prophecies of daniel, ezekiel, isaiah, and other hebrew prophets. Listed below are all the blogs written so far in this series. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Niv, listeners audio bible, book of revelation, audio. In this 12week study, stephen witmer helps readers understand and appreciate revelation s core message.
John is the stenographer taking the letter, as well as the mailman who delivers it to us. Revelation is a letter that was written to seven firstcentury congregations who understood its symbolism. Humanity rebels and ends up ruling the world in a destructive way, leading to. See more ideas about bible, word of god and jesus is coming. So having decided to tackle the book of revelation, i read this book as a companionguide while listening to the the great courses. The author seems to be using his sources in a completely different way to the originals. And every who, what, where, when and why, is answered. The book of revelation takes us to the very heart of all history, the heart of the universe itself where we find the lord jesus christ sharing the throne with his father, surrounded by the holy spirit. The king james version kjv of revelation in a pure voice audio format. Aug 16, 2011 the king james version kjv of revelation in a pure voice audio format. Then a study of it with the aid of our notes will prove of great profit to you.
In revelation, as in johns gospel and first epistle, the consciousnessofaworldconflict,aworldprocess,andaworldtriumph is manifest. The first chapter of the book revelation could be divided into three parts, they are. A study of what the book of revelation says about our lord jesus. Study of the book of revelation living waters tabernacle. Niv, listeners audio bible, book of revelation, audio download. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. Thankfully, we have the one true church of jesus christ to interpret its dramatic signs and symbols.
The letter is addressed to seven churches in asia 1. Disapearance of usa, replacement with north american union. And the book of revelation unveils the events of the end dramatically. Books of the month childrens books textbooks kindle books audible audiobooks livres en francais. The book of revelation is the last book of the bible for good reason.
Seven reasons for studying the book of revelation ministry. The book of revelation is the last book in the christian bible. It requires some knowledge of the rest of the bible in order to appreciate it. May 06, 2011 each week a group of faithful men meets for bible study and fellowship. God makes a good world and installs humans as its rulers. Under the guidance of pastor michael, we are now studying the book of revelation. The bible companion series the seven seals the book of the revelation chapter six 32 remember, jesus has a bride rev 21 the new jerusalem, and satan has a bride rev 17 babylon jesus says i am the light of the world john 8.
Gary mcdade takes the viewer through a chapter by chapter study of the book of revelation, which is sometimes difficult to understand because of the symbols and apocalyptic literature. The book of revelation 25 lessons css program studies. 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. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. To download in mp3 format, please click on the link. John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. Introduction to revelation read the whole book of revelation at least once or more. God is love and by the end of revelation, thats all that exists infinite god, infinite good. Revelation is one of the most confusing and misunderstood books of the bible. A good book to read in your study to understand revelations. This is the book of revelation reiterated and explained in plain english all the metaphorical language is translated. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans.
The reason behind its misunderstanding is not so well known, but in actuality it is quite simple to explain. Christ says that this trial, trouble and judgement will come upon the world abruptly, all of a sudden, without warning. A study of the book of revelation 1 chapter by chapter and verse by verse. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Written by the apostle john as a record of a series of visions given to him by jesus christ, this apocalyptic work. Listen to pure voice audio bible king james version, kjv. The claim of revelation is that the paradise that had been lost has been regained through christ. To properly study the book of revelation, you must look for jesus throughout the book.
Interpreting the book of revelation has been approached in many ways. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1. This last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet, it presents visions of. Some of the important themes that come from this sacred text include jesus christ, the last days, the second coming, good versus evil, gods judgments against. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The book of revelation audiobook by king james bible. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Richard bauckham treats revelation in this series in a refreshingly original. The book of revelation has been a source of both great encouragement and great confusion to christians throughout the centuries. Great study by macarthur that helps guide you through the book of revelation, i think the only downside is that at times, without an ulterior guide book, it can be difficult to answer questions because revelation is a difficult book to get through in and of itself. Jul 31, 2006 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Matthew kauth help you dive into the 22 engrossing chapters with renewed understanding and relevant historical context, all guided by.
This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. Looks at the songs of revelation 4 and 5, and their revealing descriptions of jesus the lamb. In the study of any book of the bible or any topic of scripture, a certain amount of ground work is needed for understanding, orientation, and motivation. Mounces treatment of revelation is now available in a revised edition dated 2008. Oct, 2012 and the book of revelation unveils the events of the end dramatically.
At the center of reality, behind all the apparent confusion and chaos of this passing age, the living god rules through jesus, the lamb and lion of god. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. Clarence larkin 18501924 was a pastor in pennsylvania before he wrote books like the spirit world and dispensational truth. Live online bible study of revelation randy white ministries. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. First, become very familiar with the book as a whole by repeated readings and rereading. Gain understanding on some of mikes most compelling insights into the book of revelation.
The questions are grouped according to the paragraphs of revelation, so that people can choose to study a single paragraph during an individual or group study, or go over several paragraphs at one sitting. From a literary perspective, revelation is the final chapter in a sprawling. Surely god intended to say something to us about it all. Larkin does a good job of explaining and interpreting each statement in book of revelation, referencing prior books of the bible and other prophecies. Audio studies of the book of revelation kehilat sar shalom. This blog series is based on my notes with some supplemental information from these weekly meetings. We should study the book of revelation for theological reasons. 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. Broadway, television, and film actor and director john rubinstein speaks new life to the cherished and revered translation. The apocalypse controversies and meanings in western history.
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