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. I believe the clear purpose of revelation is exactly what it says it is. The author is a retired research engineer employed by two major aerospace corporations. This article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson. As a bible study text, this book is an excellent tool. Revelation explained part 1 jesus unveiled revelation. The book of revelation explained volume 3 other publications by the author dan iel and rev at on texts exam ned d epressi on did j esu d c nd i to h ll.
Of course, the writer of the book, the apostle john, tells us that the prophetic book is, in fact, a revelation of jesus christ himselfone often given through dramatic visions and dreams. In addition, there are over 30 beautiful illustrations by pat marvenko smith, which will help the viewer to better visualize the symbolism. The study of the book of revelation teaches of a bright, new future for mankind. Live like youre leaving keith krell revelation 122 are you good with directions. The fourth approach of the book of revelation is not examined by elliot and is the view that this study shall take. Todays post looks at the evidence for and against john being the author of the book of revelation. I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book. Of the books in the new testament, only the book of revelation documents the apocalypse. Alcazar wrote a book, a 900page book, by the way, on revelation in which he interpreted all of revelation as a historical event.
Revelation reveals the events of the day of the lord revelation 1. It is the final expression of and complement to the prophecies of the jewish prophets. This post is about what we have done on truthunity to make ones study of the book of revelation authentic, powerful, simpletouse and multifaceted. At the end of the book of revelation, it contains this message. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Understanding the book of revelation a systematic study. You thought revelation was about the end of the world. The book of hope whoever reads the book of revelation discovers what the christian worship actually is. A series of visions, each one leading into the next. The book of revelation provides a powerful ending for the bible. Complete study and explanation of the bibles book of revelation aka the apocalypse addeddate 201223 23.
It is from jesus christ but is also about jesus christ. A study of the book of revelation 97816287145 by w. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. The woman signified to john as being with child and in labor and pain to give birth was an image of mary, our lords earthly mother vs. The first verse of this book announces that it is the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him revelation 1.
This verse by verse audio study of the book of revelation has been broken into discussion and study elements according to chapter and topic. Much of the book of revelation is the story of worsening sin and the resultant suffering, climaxing in a time of woe never before experienced. 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. Keys to understanding revelation united church of god. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. Understanding the book of revelation introduction reading the book of revelation, also called the apocalypse of st. 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. There are four common views regarding how revelation applies to us today. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been completed. It aligns perfectly and illuminates magnificently the prophecies of daniel, ezekiel, isaiah, and other hebrew prophets. This study helps readers find a humble, biblical balance as they learn, study, and look closely at this powerful book whose purpose is to mold them into people ready to meet jesus. The book of revelation is a source of hope and encouragement for christians because the book tells about the triumphant return of our lord, jesus christ. Absolutely stunning visuals with breathtaking colors is what this book is all about.
The author of the book of revelation christopher l. Ironically, it is the only book of the bible that says you are blessed for reading it. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. You may use, copy, or distribute this material, provided you do it freezuq gi. Understanding revelation 3 key concepts stepping stones. Reading the book of revelation can be a frustrating and perplexing study experience, with all its amazing cast of characters, its extraordinary symbolic imagery, and its deeply spiritual prose. This fabulous revelation reveals the past, the present, and the future.
The clear purpose of revelation love worth finding with. In 30 minutes, understanding the book of revelation ebook will help you understand the different ways christians have interpreted revelation throughout the centuries. 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. He worked on top secret developmental programs for over thirty years he has traveled to twentythree countries, all states in the usa, australia and most of the provinces of.
The primary purpose of revelation is to reveal christ and not to satisfy curiosities about the four horsemen, the antichrist, etc. Publication date 20101224 topics apocalypse, revelation, bible, prophecy, future. Understanding the book of revelation, pamphlet ebook. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or personal bible study paperback by david e. The book of revelation, also known as the book of apocalypse, is a new testament book that plays a central role in todays christianity and the study of the bible. In the end, god and his people win, and evil will be forever defeated. G ifts, o ces, and the operat on of the new testament 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. A basic study on revelation its all about jesus god gave the revelation to jesus c hrist an d he sent it to john by his angel. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 5 and more. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. Edward miller, journal for the study of the new testament 26 2003 21736 in 1995, new testament studies published a provocative piece by philip payne entitled, fuldensis, sigla for variants in vaticanus, and 1 cor. Faithful audio commentary on the book of revelation, the. Before starting in revelation 1 i want to give plenty of explanations for the authorship, textual design, interpretation, date, themes, and outlines for the book of revelation. Move your cursor to the above pulldown menu bar and click on a lesson to find a faithful and trustworthy guide to this book of revelation of jesus christ.
Studies in the book of revelation jack hayford ministries. Although the author of the book identifies himself as john, the nature of his identity. The objective is to reveal jesus christ as the glorified one in contrast to the christ of the gospels who was seen in humiliation and suffering. This post starts a series through the book of revelation. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. John is the stenographer taking the letter, as well as the mailman who delivers it to us. The comforting promise of revelation when you are certain of your future, then you can concentrate on your present. Under this view, the book of revelation is mostly a book of future prophecy. However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a revelation or manifestation and to be revealed. Understanding revelation study 1 circumstances of revelation p. Futurist occurs in the future the futurist school holds that everything after chapter 4 is yet to happen in the future. The revelation research foundation is dedicated to the discovery and preservation of the history, archaeology, and literature of the bible. From the onset, it is made clear that the last book of the bible is the revelation of jesus christ himself.
Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. In his salutatio n, verses 4, 5 and 6, john gives a picture of god the father, god the son, and god the holy spirit, showing their love for and efforts to redeem fallen mankind. This series began on july 30, 2006 and will be updated until the its completion. What a delightful and splendid book that is appropriate for every believer to hold, keep at heart, meditate on, and constantly repeat day and night. John the divine in some translations of the bible without comparing what it says to the rest of sacred scripture, can be a confusing experience. A lot of people are scared of the book of revelation, or at least hesitant to read it. The occasion was the first session of this years deans lecture series at the radcliffe institute for advanced study. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with a helpful commentary. Understanding the book of revelation news amazing facts. The book of revelation is the last book of the bible in our canon for good reason. 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. Everything that we are about to study has jesus as its focus. What should we look for, and how should we live between now and then.
The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. This is an ongoing series of expositions from the book of revelation by bro. Our current study is a versebyverse walk through the book of revelation. The book of revelation is a revealing of jesus christ in glory. Now, if you start making a study of this book of revelation, you will find that john uses the same terms of deity that the old testament uses, but paul does not. Revelation 5 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. It is, of course, the cryptic symbolism of revelation that makes it challenging to understand. Different schools of interpreting revelation evidence unseen. You will behold the great unveiled vision of john, given 1900 years ago. The prophecies found in the book of revelation are almost identical to. There are four major schools of interpretation for the book of revelation.
First, we must always fix our gaze upon jesus christ who is the picture of revelation. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. Throughout this program gary covers popular views of premillennialism. The art of assembling a jigsaw puzzle is really helpful when studying the book of revelation. There was, at the council of trent, which was basically held as a response or a reaction to the protestant reformation, at the council of trent, a spanish jesuit by the name of luis d. Revelation experience gods power new community bible study series when is the world going to end. The crossreferencing of other books of the bible gives an overarching context for the simply revelation. Revelation, the final book in the new testament, was squeezed into the canon in the fourth century, said pagels, and barely made it into the 27book lineup.
Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. Read revelation 5 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. If you view this page from a web browser, then you will see the the following in your page. Revelation is the only book of the new testament claiming to come directly from jesus. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. It is scholarly and wellresearched, and also written in simple, clear language that is very accessible and user friendly. An easy understanding to the unveiling of christ by t r estep. Read through these highly informative booklets today. For the testimony of jesus is the spirit of prophecy. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Dragons and demons, angels and plagues, mark of the beast, stars fall, heavens rolled up cats and dogs living. 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.
Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. Few books of the bible provide a more complete theology than that afforded by the book of revelation. Let us refer to it as the revelation just as the book reads. 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.
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