Written for those who want to understand the book of revelation, this 12week study helps christians see that jesus has already defeated his. This study pays a fair homage to all the schools of thought regarding the interpretation of the book of revelation. Jacobs ladder last update 7300 the kingdom offer last update 7300 ezekiels chariot. The end of the first chapter lays out three distinct divisions. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of christ. This premillennial approach, we believe, is the only one that does justice to the historicalgrammatical basis of interpreting scripture. 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. At the end of the bible stands revelation, which includes the seven last plagues. Surely god intended to say something to us about it all. If you have been saved by grace through faith in jesus christ, then you are in the worldwide church of god. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. That the reader may understand the book of revelation better and enjoy it more deeply, we offer several suggestions. Live online bible study of revelation each thursday participants from across the country and around the world meet together for free, live, and interactive bible study with randy white. The return of jesus is contemplated in relation to the enlarged environment in which christianity stood.
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. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Bible study courses revelation bible study courses. 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. This means that we need to know sixtyfive other books before we get to this. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Gods final word on the last times a study on the book of revelation related media these are the edited manuscripts of the first four messages in gods final word on the last times series prepared by robert l. This presents a lost opportunity for true christian happiness. It reports the return of christ to earth for the apocalypse, an event that has been.
For a year and a half i taught the book of revelation to the midweek crowds of the miller road baptist church in garland, texas. The book of revelation is the last book in the christian bible. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. In revelation, as in johns gospel and first epistle, the consciousnessofaworldconflict,aworldprocess,andaworldtriumph is manifest. In this course on the book of revelation, we do our best to help others to hear and understand. If genesis is the beginning of the story, then revelation is the end of the story. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. You will behold the great unveiled vision of john, given 1900 years ago. It aligns perfectly and illuminates magnificently the prophecies of daniel, ezekiel, isaiah, and other hebrew prophets. Indeed, the subject of this book is eschatology, i. The book of revelation speaks of war more than the rest of the nt put together. A study of what the book of revelation says about our lord jesus. Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation, practically sealing the revelation of jesus christ.
Admittedly, it is a difficult book to understand, but that is not a justifiable reason not to study the book or to avoid it. If this book was only meant for theologians to study, then it would not contain this blessing. That is great news, because this book of revelation is meant for you revelation 1. Was john on the island of patmos when he wrote the book of revelation. First, become very familiar with the book as a whole by repeated readings and rereading. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. Publication date 2003 topics revelation, apocalypse, the book of revelation, millenium, commentary on revelation, apocalypse of john, revelation of jesus christ, revelation of st. By connecting revelation to the old testament prophecies i believe we can understand the book as the first century audience did.
The book begins with the revelation of jesus christ. Classroomstyle filming makes it seem as if you are receiving oneonone teaching. We intend to help break the seal put by some of mankind on the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ. Our current study is a versebyverse walk through the book of revelation. John is the stenographer taking the letter, as well as the mailman who delivers it to us.
Many gospel preachers will not preach from the book. Generally, a negative attitude toward its content reigns. The book of revelation promises to bring happiness to those who read and hear and keep the information contained therein. A comprehensive study of the book of revelation by rev. Here, in the middle of the tribulation period, there was war in heaven.
Everywhere we hear how difficult it is to understand. You see, the book of revelation is the sixtysixth book of the bible, and it comes last. The book of revelation is not just about the future bible study. These are the edited manuscripts of the first four messages in gods final word on the last times series prepared by robert l. Unfortunately, i havent actually read this book, but what i must recommend to all those who are considering buying this book is to purchase a copy of dh lawrences apocalypse. Looks at the songs of revelation 4 and 5, and their revealing descriptions of jesus the lamb. A study of the book of revelation 5 deprived of his great power, and, he still has access to heaven revelation 12. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
Online study of the book of revelation randy white ministries. The book of revelation, an indepth visual study boxed set. 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. A study of the book of revelation 6 this sea of glass must be vast in its dimensions in order to accommodate a multitude that no man could number, revelation 7. And the book of revelation unveils the events of the end dramatically. Top 10 bible studies on revelation for fall 2019 christian bible. Hundreds of the people asked that the notes of this study be published. The book of revelation is not just about the future. In future articles the letters to the seven churches as outlined in the first three chapters of the book will be examined. The book of revelation is probably the most neglected book of the bible.
It is a personal letter written from him to his church. The book of revelation this course is designed as an expository study of the book of revelation, taking the student through the entire book with cross references to other portions of scripture. 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. Revelation the book complete study of the book of revelation. To properly study the book of revelation, you must look for jesus throughout the book. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. Spiritual elements and the divine name last update 7300 ezekiels. And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of. Our study of the book of revelation will help us understand our times, it will let us see where we are on gods calendar. Some think the signs and symbols of the book are impossible to comprehend. Background information as to the setting, conditions, and purpose for the writing of the book of revelation by john the apostle. Very interesting statement since this takes place in chapter 19 with jesus christ coming back, implying that we were just escorted through the tribulation. Seven reasons for studying the book of revelation ministry.
Kruger study from the bible and be encouraged to grow your faith. An understandable outline, overview, and versebyverse study of revelation. From the onset, it is made clear that the last book of the bible is the revelation of jesus christ himself. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. 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. Gods final word on the last times a study on the book of revelation related media. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. By looking at revelation through this filter of information, participants will seek. Language changes across generations and culture but pictures. May 04, 2016 the book of revelation is not just about the future,dr. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. The book of revelation was written during the times of great church persecution.
In this 14session study, you will examine the entire book of revelation, looking closely at johns apocalyptic vision. Introduction to revelation read the whole book of revelation at least once or more. Chuck smith study guide for revelation blue letter bible. The purpose of this study is to compile, for the reader, quotations from wellknown scholars on the premillennial approach to the book of revelation. Studies in the book of revelation jack hayford ministries. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. The book of revelation is not just about the future,dr.
Mikes straightforward approach brings the message to life and emphasizes its relevance for us today. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. Many christians find it hard to study the book of revelation, while others believe it is impossible to interpret. What did the messiah look like when he appeared to john. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. Gods final word on the last times a study on the book of.
Most people read the book of revelation as futuristic only. These two books act like bookends, encompassing the entire story of god and his people. The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a revelation or manifestation and to be revealed. Lessons on jesus, times and seasons, tribulation, the dragon, heaven, etc. Includes three senses in which the book is the revelation of jesus christ the book s title. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study.
Then a study of it with the aid of our notes will prove of great profit to you. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. Study of the book of revelation living waters tabernacle. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic.
We should study the book of revelation for theological reasons. The title of the book the revelation of jesus christ 1. Revelation is a book of severe warning of the consequences of rejecting gods offer of salvation, which is noted even in todays verse. It will be the students responsibility to keep this wonderful revelation of jesus christ with a resulting promise happiness. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1 youtube.
Where were the seven churches to whom the message was addressed. Though it does declare things that take place in the future, the main purpose of the book is to reveal jesus christ. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. 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. Mike bickles simple but inspiring, versebyverse guide to the book of revelation. Oct, 2012 and the book of revelation unveils the events of the end dramatically. The book of revelation closes with the bright and morning star, which is a figure of christ at his coming to take the church out of the world. There has been much controversy concerning the book of revelation, both as. The images in revelation have a foundation in prophetic books of the scriptures. Before reading the book, look over the following questions and then answer the questions as you read.
With a glossary of terms and symbols and indepth articles, this versebyverse study guide makes the end times easy to understand. This study allows participants to learn about the mindset, thought process, theological and historical background of the people for whom this writing was made. The book of revelation is perhaps the most misunderstoodand misusedof all the biblical writings. Jul 31, 2006 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Hahn demonstrates why this littlestudied book contains many of the keys to understanding the gospels. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon and the dragon fought and his angels, and prevailed not. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of revelation with an emphasis on.
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. Spiritual elements and the divine name last update 7300 ezekiels chariot. This fabulous revelation reveals the past, the present, and the future. He is about to do some revealing jesus christ was revealed to man in the gospels, but here in the book of the revelation, jesus is going to reveal the future. Orley berg doesnt think the book of revelation is an incomprehensible mystery. Sutton provides simple charts including the chronological events of revelation, as well as individual chapter subject references and parallel accounts from the book of john. Within, he attacks some elements of the book of revelation, but embraces others, such as the image of man living breast to breast with the cosmos.
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