Many verses in revelation apply to life today, whether we are living in the midst of one of the. For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be. This is probably never truer than in the book of revelation. As part of scripture, the book of revelation was given by inspiration of god 2 timothy 3. How rapture takes place as revealed in the book of revelation. Epub format suitable for reading on mobile book readers such as the nook. Order of end time events 46 part 2b the first scroll. The book foretells the end of the world the earth and mankind. Some people, assuming that the entire book of revelation is prophetic, have put forth a theory that the seven churches must be church ages of the future.
Elaine pagels has a persuasive answer, spectacularly illustrated. In the first verse of the book, the apostle john recorded christs words, the revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. A careful examination of the book of revelation explains its purpose and what it is about. Revelation, rationality, knowledge and truth by mirza tahir ahmad. The revelation of the truth about god is appearing, and the human race is destined to know the universal father in all that beauty of character and loveliness of attributes so magnificently portrayed by the creator son who sojourned on urantia as the son of man and the son of god. Its inclusion in the bible was all about one guys power. One of the basic rules of bible study is to always let the bible interpret itself. The book was a sobering and urgent message with crucial pieces of intel. The scroll of revelation 5 is a unique scroll which god has sealed with seven seals. Revelations about the book of revelation probably the most consequential vision of the future ever written is the bibles book of revelation. The untold truth of the book of revelation its not actually about the end of the world. While human beings will witness worldwide suffering as never before seen, mankind will not wipe itself from existencein fact, god will not allow it.
Indeed most of the material is secondhand, being borrowed liberally from the old testament books of isaiah, ezra, ezekiel and, in particular, daniel which also. Revelation legacy book he reads truth he reads truth. Indeed most of the material is secondhand, being borrowed liberally from the old testament books of isaiah, ezra, ezekiel and, in particular, daniel which also has fantastic images of the end time and. Mar 24, 2020 according to some, and i am relieved that it has only been a few, covid19 is proof that the plagues of the book of revelation, in particular the seven seals of revelation 6. Tony garland presents a detailed study of the book of revelation emphasizing prophetic themes from the rest of the bible which find their fulfillment in revelation.
Bourne simply lets the bible interpret the bible rather than coming up with crazy theories and speculations to add to those already in the theological world. Insists that the events of chapters 622, are yet future, and that those chapters literally and symbolically depict actual people and events yet to appear on the world scene. Revelation and other prophetic passages in the bible speak of the end of this age, not the earth and all its inhabitants. Purchase a testimony of jesus christ as part of a collection of six commentaries on the book of revelation for logos bible software. Did you know that todays news was written 2500 years ago. Understanding the book of revelation prophecy and truth.
The signs of christs coming parallel the seven seals. A close look at the facts concerning the book of revelation, however, make preterism a difficult view to hold. She adds some of her personal theories of prophetic timing she has come to know. The lord led me to buy the book in bulk and distribute to people. John of patmos was a war refugee, writing sixty years after the death of jesus and. The first begotten of the dead risen from the tomb revelation 1. The bible isnt the first book you might turn to for gratuitous violence, but its definitely in there. 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. Here bible teacher, and best selling author, michael pearl walks you through the scriptures and explains the true purpose of.
The title thus conveys the idea of uncovering or revealing. This word means disclosure or revelation and conveys the idea of laying bare or uncovering. Our purpose in this article is to lay a foundation and generate an interest in what is probably the most unique of all our books of scripture. This will cover chapters 4 through 6 of the book of revelation. John the apostle of the church represents the church in the book of revelation. In general revelation, god reveals himself through his creation, such that at least some truths about god can be learned by the empirical study of nature, physics, cosmology, etc. First, revelation chapters 622 were most likely written about events that have yet to occur. Have an overall knowledge of the plan of salvation and of the nature. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. In chapters, john describes the details of the setting as he received this revelation unveiling of truth. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by bible truth.
It is a book of sign and symbol showing events which would occur from the 1st century right up until our day and beyond. To unlock the symbols in the book, other parts of gods word need to be studied. Rose was given a dream of the rapture after the first of the recent 4 blood moons, in 2014. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians.
Therefore, this book contains information god intends to disclose or reveal to humans, rather than conceal from us. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. Revelation commentary introduction to revelation revelation chapter 1 revelation chapters 23. After god reveals what is the church, we see the heaven open and apostle john called to come up. Much of the book tells of horrendous events that will occur as satan tries to destroy gods people and all creation. In this threeweek reading plan, well see jesus christ extend mercy and dispense justice, returning in all honor and glory as the reigning king, mighty warrior, and faithful bridegroom. Nov 28, 2019 most people think the book of revelation is simply a book of prophecy. Rapture in the book of revelation christian truth center. John wrote that revelation is special because, blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are written in it. Biblical scholars have debated over the reference of babylon in the book of revelation as to what its identity is. The book of revelation is unique, in that it describes a series of visions that may or may be taken literally. Explain the blessings god promises to those who heed the book.
The truth will finally be revealed, and the mysteries contained in the book of revelation will be presented to a disbelieving world. Rose shares what god has told her of jesus coming, her visions, what is expected of his bride, and gods true worship days. It is often shortened to revelation or the apocalypse. Unlocking revelation the simple truth about the book of. The truth about the book of revelations 02012 culture,religion,history,revelations,gnostic. Heres the big ol story behind the bibles book of revelation. Thomas aquinas believed in two types of individual revelation from god, general revelation and special revelation. In this threeweek reading plan, well see jesus christ extend mercy and dispense justice, returning in all honor and glory as the reigning. Revelation study book she reads truth she reads truth. The language and imagery is so chosen as to appeal to the maturing gospel scholar, to those who already love the lord and have some knowledge of. However literal the prophecies may or may not be, the point is clear. This debate is rather recent since in the past it had simply stood unquestioned and taken for granted that it was a reference to rome.
Margaret barker, the revelation of jesus christ, pp. It is from this word that we get the english translation revelation. This site is dedicated to the study of biblical truth, biblical prophecy, and exposing the lies of the devil. These titles come from the greek word apokalupsis meaning disclosure or revelation used in the first verse of the first chapter. If god didnt write it through the sainted instrument of someone named john, then who did, and why. Find out what you must do to receive these promises. The last book of the bible gives us warningand hope. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john nlt. In chapters, john describes the details of the setting. Jan 14, 2017 biblical scholars have debated over the reference of babylon in the book of revelation as to what its identity is. This site is dedicated to the study of biblical truth.
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. Everyone has heard of the four horsemen of the apocalypse, but less. While it could potentially be possible this is figurative, it appears much more likely that the text indicates a literal 1,000year period is the focus. God revealed to daniel the events that precede the second coming of the messiah in the tribulation by sending michael the arch angel to answer his questions dan. This book is the best commentary on the book of revelation ive found and ive read and searched many. The last book of the bible is titled the revelation of jesus christ. To understand this controversial book, the author explores the many connections between the visions seen by the apostle john and previous prophetic revelation given to old testament. So the very name of the book means to disclose, lay bare or reveal. The book of revelation takes an approach to the plan of salvation that is found nowhere else in all of our inspired writings. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. Oct 10, 2018 we are in part 2 of the book of revelation series. Sign up for the inside scoop on new products, deals, and all things srt.
The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The word comes from the greek word apokalupsis, which is used in the first verse. The book of revelation demonstrates gods almighty infinite love, power, sovereignty, and truth. Help you understand the symbols and prophecies in the book of revelation. Are the seven seals of the book of revelation unfolding. The revelation of saint john scarcely merits the title. Know that the book of revelation deals with things that are to occur after new testament times. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text.
Most people think the book of revelation is simply a book of prophecy. The seven seals and the seven trumpets 611 part 3a the second. Dec 17, 2019 the book of revelation is unique, in that it describes a series of visions that may or may be taken literally. If taken as written, these chapters speak of a future sevenyear period during which there will be a world ruler, a new jewish temple that. We will argue below for the historical position of babylon. Apr 15, 2019 the bibles book of revelation is basically a fever dream of epic proportions. The book of revelation reveals how the rapture of the church will take place.
Part 1 letters to the seven churches part 2a the first scroll. Truth may be but relatively inspired, even though revelation is invariably a. The teaching company shmoop helpfully rounded up some of the terrible things that happen to people unlucky enough to live in the world described by revelation. Are the seven seals of the book of revelation unfolding today. I was so grateful to have the book, and i really wish for people to be armed with the information in the book. Revelation, rationality, knowledge and truth by mirza.
Understanding the book of revelation how can i do it. The language and imagery is so chosen as to appeal to the maturing gospel scholar, to those who already love the lord and have some knowledge of his goodness and grace. Receiving many visions to follow, she was inspired to share what god was telling her about the book of revelation, and the soon return of the bridegroom, jesus christ. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. The book of revelation is the only apocalyptic document in the new testament canon although there are short apocalyptic passages in various places in the gospels and the epistles, and an extended apocalyptic passage in the book of daniel in the old testament. Revelation is not only the final book in the bible. In religion and theology, revelation is the revealing or disclosing of some form of truth or knowledge through communication with a deity or other supernatural. The last book of the bible, revelation, is also sometimes called the apocalypse. Far from being a revelation, it is the most abstruse book in the whole bible. The same is true regarding revelations description of the new heaven, new earth, and new heavenly city in chapters 2122. John was weeping for mankind similar to jesus weeping over jerusalem. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom. Revelation may be difficult to understand, but it is not impossible. The truth is that the messages to the seven existing churches of that time are the things which are.
The book of revelation, along with other passages, foretells christs second cominga time when the nations of the world are on the brink of committing global genocide. The book of revelation is an amazing message from jesus to his followers. The book of revelation, full of complex imagery and vivid depictions of violence, outlines god s plan for the second coming of christ and the punishment of satan in a lake of fire. 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, full of complex imagery and vivid depictions of violence, outlines gods plan for the second coming of christ and the punishment of satan in a lake of fire. The book of revelation the only new testament prophetical book is the revealing of the complete identity of jesus christ. Understanding the book of revelation church of jesus christ. A study of the book of revelation paperback january 31, 2001. Use various latterday revelations which expand upon the same subjects in similar. It describes the fiery end of the world, and the book of revelation can be interpreted a lot of different ways. John of patmos was a war refugee, writing sixty years after the death of jesus and twenty years after 60,000 roman troops crushed the jewish rebellion in judea and destroyed jerusalem. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions.
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