In this study of the book of revelation, we will be stepping into an unfamiliar world of angels, demons, lambs, lions, horses, dragons, seals are broken, trumpets blown, and contents of bowls poured out. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. 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. The book of revelation is the only book in the new testament that begins by specifically stating its source, the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to himand signified it by his angel to his servant john rev. The gospel in the book of revelation trinity school for. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament.
Fortunately, john didnt say that we had to understand everything in the book of revelation to be blessed. A study of the book of revelation 1 a study of the book of. Im trying to study revelations and so far its been good. We intend to help break the seal put by some of mankind on the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ. To properly study the book of revelation, you must look for jesus throughout the book. But i really could use some information on what tools or books i could use to study deep instead of just reading through it. The book brings comfort as we learn that god is in control and he is moving toward the return of jesus to this earth and the working out his plan. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Lessons on jesus, times and seasons, tribulation, the dragon, heaven, etc. Then go into each of the twenty two chapters of the book of revelation one by one.
Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by. In the third century, however, an african bishop named dionysius compared the language, style and thought of the apocalypse revelation with that of the other writings of john and decide that the book could not have been written by the apostle john. He suggested that the author was a certain john the presbyter, whose name appears elsewhere in ancient writings. The book of revelation is a key book to help gods children know how gods plan for our world is going to end. There is need of a much closer study of the word of god. May the study of the revelation truly be as the name impliesan unveiling of the truths found in this wonderful book. You see, the book of revelation is the sixtysixth book of the bible, and it comes last.
Not only in revelation but in the entire bible jesus christ is the major theme. On this page i will answer questions that students have frequently asked in my three decades of teaching revelation. Write a running verse by verse commentary of a chapter of your choice of the book of revelation should be at least 3 pages 3. If you are new to torahbased bible study, we recommend you start with our introductorylevel study of the book of matthew. It will prepare you for the rest of the material contained here. Study of revelations by pastor gary this has been a wonderful tool for me to use as i prepare for a bible study i lead. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. The book of revelation is the only book in the new testament that begins by spe cifically stating its source, the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to himand signified it by his angel to his servant john rev. Some due to length, have been shortened into continued sections. Many people say that the book is in signs or coded thus only few people can understand it.
The word apocalypse means unveiling and thats exactly what the book of revelation isit is a prophetic book that discusses the unveiling of what is going to happen in the nearing end times and what will come with the final revelation of jesus christ. This web site explains the book of revelation, each individual scripture. 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. The book begins with the revelation of jesus christ.
The book of revelation is coded and was coded by the writer, apostle john, for several reasons. Much of the material in this study is of a very complex nature. The book of revelation is so easy to read and understand. Subscribe as we begin to upload these often requested videos, taking a deep, versebyverse look at the book. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. Prayer asking especially for gods help in our study of revelation. The two periods most often mentioned are the latter part of neros reign a. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. This revelation bible study page and free bible study outlines and teacher guides present a uniquely balanced, scholarly, and commonsense approach to the book. Though it does declare things that take place in the future, the main purpose of the book is to reveal jesus christ. Revelation is meant to produce in you comfort, courage, hope, and praise. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk.
The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book. Johns introduction to the book, the messenger, and god session 3. Hahn demonstrates why this littlestudied book contains many of the keys to understanding the gospels. This is a typical attitude towards the book of revelation. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans.
The book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ. The revelation of jesus christ is written in a tone of extreme urgency, and we of this end time should study and seek the guidance that christ wants to. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible. We also recommend the books on our yashanet reading list the book of revelation is of the genre of mystical jewish writings, called torat ha sod. 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. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center.
The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john nlt. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god.
The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. From 20082009, pastor allen dove into a 65part study on the book of revelation. This falls top ten list cover a variety of bible studies on revelation. But god designed this book for a very different purpose.
I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. Study the books of daniel and revelation especially. Revelation was written when christians were entering a time of persecution. What are the most commonly asked questions about the book of revelation. The person of jesus christ is the theme of this book. Thus, a necessity of a sane approach to bible prophecy is all the greater.
The first dvd, the great unveiling covers chapter one of the book of revelation. The bible was written so that average people could read the. The rapture is the hope of the new testament, just as the revelation of christ was the hope of the old testament. Have you ever found the idea of studying the book of revelation quite daunting.
Only this view does justice to revelation s claim to be prophecy and interprets the book by the same grammaticalhistorical method as chapters, and the rest of scripture. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. I have been studying the book of revelation and daniel and other scriptures relevant to these books for many years and though i was initially taught the pretrib rapture after careful study of 1corinthians 15 and 1thessalonians 4, especially 2 thessalonians 2. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. The rise of television programs, radio broadcasts, and books has only compounded this problem. Most people read the book of revelation as futuristic only. Book of revelation bible study with pastor allen nolan. 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. This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been hidden and discloses events that would happen long after it was written. Understanding the seven trumpets of revelation gods purpose. Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. It would be a definite help to you if you would read the passages discussed from the bible as you study, bearing in mind as you read that these sermon notes were used to teach the laymen the basic truths of the revelation. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries.
An understandable outline, overview, and versebyverse study of revelation. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. 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. We have decided to tackle the book of revelations and pastors gary in depth lesson has been such a blessing. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. When the scene moves to heaven, we see him there, too, controlling everything.
Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. Book of revelation bible survey how can i understand the book of revelation. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. The book of revelation is by far one of the most challenging books in the bible, yet well worth the effort to study and comprehend. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book. 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. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the forces of evil and his recreation of the world for the redeemed.
A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. Including diagram of the book of revelation, and a brief list of study resources the gospel in the book of revelation playlist. Because we translate from the oldest extant documents, we intend to offer a more accurate. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. What is the best way to study the book of revelation.
Background information as to the setting, conditions, and purpose for the writing of the book of revelation by john the apostle. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study. He explains that, for those students willing to examine the historical background to the new testament, the book of revelation. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Home content index books of the bible revelation questions about revelation. This means that we need to know sixtyfive other books before we get to this. The purpose of revelation many people either fear the book of revelation or have an unhealthy interest in it. The last book in the bible is probably one of the most misunderstood.
Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1 youtube. The scriptures are both theocentric and christocentric, godcentered and christcentered. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and. Many people believe that only fanatics want to dig deep into this book, but really, it is a book for anyone who wants to be blessed. Top 10 bible studies on revelation for fall 2019 christian bible. We hope it can direct you toward scriptural truths about plagues and a study of the book of revelation.
During my studies at bible college, i was introduced to an excellent text book by david desilva an introduction to the nt who, when exegeting the book of revelation poured scorn on the approach that many believe is a pattern laid out in the 7 letters and reflected in your study in chart form. In this online course on the book of revelation, we cover every chapter and verse. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. In addition, the following articles may offer more encouragement for all to remember as we face the trials of covid19 together. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. 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. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2.
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