The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. 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. Almighty father, we thank you for your word, the book of life, which you bestowed upon mankind for a righteous and blessed living. To read the word of god in this apocalyptic book without letting our imagination give us misguided interpretations, we need to understand the symbolism the same way the first readers did. The book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament, and therefore also the final book of the christian bible. In reading the book of revelation, these early believers could have concluded that the beast john wrote about was the roman empire, which dominated the world at that time. Now, technology allows for nonsupernatural human fulfillment. Another christian can and will pray for family and friends. Five of the seven have already sounded as evidenced by critical moments in recent history, and a third world war, which is the triggering event of the sixth trumpet, may have already begun. Praise be to the god and father of our lord jesus christ, the father of compassion and god of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from god. Many verses in revelation apply to life today, whether we are living in the midst of one of the prophecies or not. How to interpret the secret meaning of the book of revelation how to interpret the secret meanings in the book of revelation how to better understand the coming events revelations of awareness 9617 no. The technologies of revelation are quite sophisticated.
In this view, the book contains neither historical allusions nor predictive prophecy. There are many different interpretations regarding the end times spoken of in the bible. The smell of acne face cleanser filled the room as i dove into mysterious depictions of fourfaced angels, beasts from the sea and land, of massive angels, and 100pound hailstones being hurled to the earth. 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. Mar 07, 2012 revelations npr coverage of revelations. The reason i know this is because i have been reading the book of revelation.
These titles come from the greek word apokalupsis meaning disclosure or revelation used in the first verse of the first chapter. But the content it consists of is too important to miss out on. Revelations in the bible 7 instances knowing jesus. The project gutenberg ebook of revelations of divine love, by.
Mar 07, 2012 the book of revelation, the final book of the new testament, has some of the most dramatic and frightening language in the bible. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. It is, of course, the cryptic symbolism of revelation that makes it challenging to understand. It agrees with the manuscript now in paris, but the readings that differ from the sloane manuscript. Here, in a 12week format, are carefully wrought studies that will ignite the mind and the heart. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries.
The text of revelation states that john was on patmos, a greek island where. Of course, even after going over the book s content, it can still be difficult to know what revelation is all about. The revelation of jesus christ is a book of prophecy on the end times and comprises the final book of the new testament and of the bible. The last book of the bible is titled the revelation of jesus christ. From what i see and reading book of revelations, we are in revelation 18 3. Most importantly, the end time revelations that are uncovered in revelation show us that the end time is not a onetime event that destroys the planet in. How to interpret the secret meaning of the book of revelation.
Dax book of revelations official music video youtube. Apr 05, 2020 what part of revelations are we in the bible 2020. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth, and of the sea. If youre looking for a quick roundup of the important things to know about this book, here are five you should know. 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.
And one of the devices used by the author of the book of revelations is also something that happens. A 12week study knowing the bible kindle edition by witmer, stephen, packer, j. One of those is that god announces seven blessings in the book of revelation. Grasp that the final day of gods wrath is the towering centerpiece of the entire book. The bible indicates in revelation that seven trumpets will sound before the end of the age and the second coming of jesus christ. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book in its own right. What you need to know about the book of revelation the book revelations is a book the that reveals jesus to use.
What you need to know about the book of revelation youtube. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near revelation 1. As i have said, i approach the book of revelation with fear and trembling, not primarily because of a lack of competence on my part although that may be selfevident, but many other factors enter into this feeling. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. John of patmos also called john the revelator, john the divine, john the theologian, and possibly john the apostle. Many have not existed until this generation, and some have yet to appear. It addresses the problems we face in our churches, portrays the awesome endtime events that will prepare the earth for christs return, and gives us a glimpse of the eternal glory that awaits every christian. It took up to the 5th century to decide to include revelations in canon. End time notes of reference as to where we are now in the book of revelation.
In sharp contrast, the book of revelation provides ample internal evidence that it was written by a jew intimately acquainted with the historical events and locations he wrote about. The knowing starts almost 400 years after the ending of the forgetting. Share book of revelations with everyone you know and lets talk. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in. Revelation s symbolic visions are similar to what youd see in the old testament prophecies of ezekiel, daniel, and zechariah. Sep 30, 2015 this book is written as an aid for pastors who want to preach through the book of revelation it might make a good gift for your pastor or your church library.
The book of revelation sheds light on a host of events surrounding the return of jesus christ to the earth. Lets start with revelations, starts in 1981 and finishes in 2009. The lord jesus christ began opening the seals shortly after he went into heaven to sit with his father on the throne. Visions, prophecy, and politics in the book of revelation by elaine h.
Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. The key to bible interpretation, especially for the book of revelation, is to have a consistent hermeneutic. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The book of revelation is one of those books that many deliberately avoid reading. These remarkable and unusual novellas offer an opening to revelations which seem to shatter the misconceptions of lack. In the book of revelation chapter 14, there is another, apparently separate group from israel mentioned where john writes on mount zion stood the lamb, and with him 144,000 who had his name and his fathers name written on their foreheads. God will bless those who read the book of revelation. Darrell johnson is one of the best preachers that i have had the pleasure of. Hermeneutics is the study of the principles of interpretation. Anyway, the knowing are descendants of the city of canaan that live underground and do not forget. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. It is structured or arranged in a very simple way to help us get the revelation of jesus.
Apostle john was told to write the things which you see, the things which are, and the things which shall be. At surface level it may appear that the book is very confusing, with no apparent structure, too much symbolism, and hard to understand, but at its very core the book is actually a revelation of jesus christ. Revelation to john, last book of the new testament. Aug 22, 2012 i think a lot of people are afraid of the book of revelations. Here are gospelminded pastors and scholars doing gospel business from all the scriptures. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. Parker in their new book, the book of revelation made clear published by thomas nelson publishers brings us a downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible. Heavenly father, thank you for the book of revelation and for the greater insight and understanding it gives us into the person and work of the lord jesus. For this reason be glad, o heaven, and you who live in heaven. I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. Dont say i iz reading revelations whilst ma is cooks up some possum pie.
Oct 05, 2015 interpretations of revelations and end times. Apr 20, 2014 mix the book of revelation full movie youtube. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. As a teenager, i remember being a bit frightened of the book of revelation. One of the emotional satisfactions of having good triumph over evil is knowing how evil evil is. Apr 19, 2020 posts about knowing written by revelations in writing. Pursuing the climate of acceptance and inclusion ravi zacharias at ucla.
This knowing the bible series is a tremendous resource for those wanting to study and teach the bible with an understanding of how the gospel is woven throughout scripture. It is often shortened to revelation or the apocalypse. A fun and fascinating way to learn about the book of revelation. As part of scripture, the book of revelation was given by inspiration of god 2 timothy 3. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. An apocalyptic letter, it relies on visions, symbols, and old testament references to reveal the ultimate fulfillment of gods promise given to abraham in genesis. That sounds ignorant all because you made revelation plural. It warns of colossal events that will affect the masses of humanity. The book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place. In other words, it is the way you interpret scripture. A careful examination of the book of revelation explains its purpose and what it is about. The technologies of revelation end times bible prophecy.
Mar 25, 2009 from the movie soundtrack knowing from the movie soundtrack knowing skip navigation sign in. Therefore, reading revelation should be a blessing. Only a handful of extremists today even countenance the possibility that revelation could have been written pseudonymously. This view also ignores revelations prophetic character and, if carried to its logical conclusion, severs the book from any connection with actual historical events. John was a christian leader of jewish origin who was in exile on the roman prison island of patmos.
And i heard a voice from heaven like the roar of many waters and like the sound of loud thunder. It is very difficult to understand and it does sound terrifying. We thank you for making true your promises, your word became flesh praying to know gods holy word and revelations. What the book of revelation reveals about the end times. This book can be complicated for many adults, so children may have an especially difficult time understanding it.
Therefore, this book contains information god intends to disclose or reveal to humans, rather than conceal from us. The book of revelation is one of those books in the bible that will keep you at the edge of your seat. Jun 09, 2014 the prophecies of the book of revelation are among the most important parts of the bible, and understanding these words is a crucial component of understanding how the end times will unfold. But one thing is certain, prior to our generation, fulfillment of prophecies in the book of revelation required supernatural fulfillment. There is no other book in the bible quite like the book of revelation. It is the only book of the new testament classified as apocalyptic literature rather than didactic or historical, indicating thereby its extensive use of visions, symbols, and allegory, especially in connection with future events. Because you say, i am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing. May you be encouraged and inspired by these 19 quotes from the book of revelation. Many people avoid this important book of the bible because its too confusing, or. We dont know why john was exiled to patmos, but it may have been for refusing to worship the roman emperor domitian, who had declared himself a god. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The book of revelation is johns record of that vision revelation 1. However, johns aim is not to confuse the reader, but rather to bless them revelation 1. Revelations is the last book of the bible, containing a number of prophecies and information about heaven.
He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The last book in the bible is probably one of the most misunderstood. The book of revelation is so easy to comprehend if you truly know and understand the books of the old testament. But the natural, nonspiritual man does not accept or welcome or admit into his heart the gifts and teachings and revelations of the spirit of god, for they are folly meaningless nonsense to him.
The book of revelation can be daunting and confusing to read, with its vivid imagery and sounds. We are to live righteously, pleasing god, worshiping god, and knowing that through jesus we have the ultimate victory. Its panoramic vision helps readers to know of the signs of his coming, but also provides valuable points to ponder and suggestions for personal preparation and application. The book of revelation is an important book regarding the future, but one must have the proper biblical method of interpretation and a relationship with christ in order to understand it. The book of revelation, written near the end of the first century, documents some of the persecution the empire directed against gods people revelation 2.