Online study of the book of revelation randy white ministries. On this page i will answer questions that students have frequently asked in my three decades of teaching revelation. A simple but inspiring, versebyverse guide to the book of revelation, with a glossary of terms and symbols. 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. If i could quit my job and go to bible school study full time i would. We intend to help break the seal put by some of mankind on the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ. Such is dangerous as the book itself sets forth many symbols with their meaning. It aligns perfectly and illuminates magnificently the prophecies of daniel, ezekiel, isaiah, and other hebrew prophets. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. This version of a short study on the book of revelation has been superseded.
This prophecy is now to be studied with diligence by the people of god and should be clearly understood. The book of revelation clearly builds on that foundation and expounds it. You will behold the great unveiled vision of john, given 1900 years ago. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. Revelation 10 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible.
Orley berg doesnt think the book of revelation is an incomprehensible mystery. The introduction proper revelation title of the book our bibles carry the title of the book as the revelation of john, or the revelation to john which means it is a revelation given to the apostle john, but the proper name is found in the first words of 1. Our current study is a versebyverse walk through the book of revelation. The book of revelation is no doubt the most challenging book in the new testament. 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. Thus, those who are familiar with suffering will likely have a better handle on this book than others. Because we translate from the oldest extant documents, we intend to offer a more accurate. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. Some think the number represents one of the roman emperors, like nero, caligula or titus, or some historical figure like hitler, mussolini, or even napoleon. As we have gone through this book we have completed an outline that had two columns.
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. Looks at the songs of revelation 4 and 5, and their revealing descriptions of jesus the lamb. The transition to the fourth chapter of the book of revelation. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of christ. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. A short study on the book of revelation based on extensive citations from classic commentaries by carol morgan looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great god and savior jesus christ titus 2. The revelation of jesus christ southview bible church. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. The book of revelation identifies itself both as apocalypse or revelation, 1.
Interactive radiotv study guide by kay arthur and precept ministries international staff blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Dragon is satan, 1st beast is the roman empire, 2nd beast is the cult of emperor worship. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by the teacher for an absence 4. The main purpose of the book of revelation is the introduction of the second coming of jesus christ in order to comfort the seven churches. Apr 20, 2011 the views on the meaning of the number 666 are almost as numerous as the number of commentaries written on the book of revelation. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. The last book of the new testament scriptures is full of truth that we need to understand. A message for the first century many try to take the message of revelation literally and thereby develop many fanciful doctrines.
John also saw a book that was sealed with seven seals and saw the lamb, or jesus christ, who is worthy to open the book. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Revelation identifies the prostitute as the city of rome. This revelation bible study page and free bible study outlines and teacher guides present a uniquely balanced, scholarly, and commonsense approach to the book. In this online course on the book of revelation, we cover every chapter and verse. Studies in the book of revelation project gutenberg. Learn about the past, present and future of the church and our ultimate destiny. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. A study guide by kay arthur and the staff of precept. If so, then her offspring would include all who refuse to take the mark, both jew and gentile. Revelation 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible.
Study the books of daniel and revelation especially. Nov 23, 2010 great study by macarthur that helps guide you through the book of revelation, i think the only downside is that at times, without an ulterior guide book, it can be difficult to answer questions because revelation is a difficult book to get through in and of itself. John is the stenographer taking the letter, as well as the mailman who delivers it to us. A study of the doctrine and covenants, masters thesis, brigham young. Kerner, which compares the ethics of the revelation with 4 es. This is definitely not going to be your daddys study on the book of. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. The white horse of revelation 6 lets continue in revelation chapter 6. For this is the way of wisdom to acquire ideas one after another until, in the end, there emerges one complete concept for which all of the prefaces were necessary. The name of the rose by umberto eco, revelation by c. In future articles the letters to the seven churches as outlined in the first three chapters of the book will be examined. Changing the revelations, the case against mormonism chapter 6.
This fabulous revelation reveals the past, the present, and the future. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. God would not give us revelation if he didnt want us to understand it. Includes three senses in which the book is the revelation of jesus christ the book s title.
The book of revelation is the book for the present hour. Sansom, red dragon by thomas harris, se7en by raven gregory, good ome. Revelation chapter 4 coffmans commentary of the new. From the onset, it is made clear that the last book of the bible is the revelation of jesus christ himself. For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature. Revelation identifies the main characters in the drama. Ask the holy spirit to help you understand what you. Verse 3 and he that sat was to look upon like a jasper stone and a sardius. In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 1. Mark and pauls discussion of the man of lawlessness 2 thessalonians 2. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. Revelation is written to comfort persecuted christians.
From johns vision of seeing an angel return to the earth in the latter days, students learned that one reason god restored the gospel of jesus christ was to. May 06, 2015 through the bible with les feldick lesson 2 part 4 book 11 prophecy. Revelation the book complete study of the book of revelation. 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. Another way is by claiming advanced knowledge in spiritual matters and that the bible is not the answer or simply wrong 2 john 1. It is the sublimest book in the bible, and its study awak. It is a personal letter written from him to his church. Jun 29, 2011 one way is by claiming new revelation, that the bible and the book of revelation are not enough as with the book of mormon or any other religious writing that claims to be from god.
Studies in the book of revelation jack hayford ministries. Here michael pearl uses the book of revelation poster, available at. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. Revelation 1 the introduction of revelation 11 greetings to the seven churches. A study of what the book of revelation says about our lord jesus. Revelation 6 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Throughout this program gary covers popular views of premillennialism. There is need of a much closer study of the word of god. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. Revelation the kingdoms of the world in prophecy 6.
The book of revelation, comprehensive workbook 97815782160 by chuck missler. The book deals with the endtimes and endtime events. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. The unfulfilled predictions of the book of revelation are soon to be fulfilled.
The book was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire. The beast, therefore, set before us in revelation, is the dragons. Revelation 10 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Many christians find it hard to study the book of revelation, while others believe it is impossible to interpret. 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. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1. 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. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 4. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2. Find, read and cite all the research you need on researchgate. The rapture is the hope of the new testament, just as the revelation of christ was the hope of the old testament. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Here are a few tips to help you study this wonderful book.
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