Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter. These verses show the woman, the harlot, sitting upon many waters, the beast, and seven mountains a mountain is a biblical symbol of a nation, and in verse 15 the waters of which the beast consists are defined as peoples, multitudes, nations, and tongues. Revelation chapter 4 verse by verse bible commentary. Studying the book of revelation oak ridge church of christ. Revelation the book of revelation taught verse by verse. The book of revelation explained by pastor allen nolan is a. As you read, you soon will become immersed in a fantastic display. Revelation 1 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. I believe that as we carefully study the book verse by verse we can easily ascertain the correct date and interpretation of the book. John, and any and all who reads this book of revelation, must have the wisdom and the knowledge of the lord jesus god almighty to understand what is about to be given.
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. See the notes about this expression on the message to the church at ephesus in verse 7 above. Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of scripture merely allude to, become clearly visible through revelation about jesus christ see historical and theological themes. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. This web site explains the book of revelation, each individual scripture. The book of revelation explained verse by verse part 12 youtube. This book in the hand of god is symbolical of something. The life application bible commentary series provides versebyverse explanation, background, and application for every. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Soon after the thousand years of christs millennial rule on earth are completed, the new jerusalem will come to a renewed heaven and earth isaiah 65. In verse 1, john describes a door opening in heaven and an invitation from a great voice to come up to be shown things which must be hereafter. Read and study revelation 5 with the versebyverse bible commentary.
The book calls itself the revelation of jesus christ. I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead sardis. Historicists believe that the book of revelation is a symbolic presentation of the entire church age. There has never been a time when it was more necessary to read and understand the book of revelation than right now. Revelation 9 the fifth angel sounded his trumpet, bible. Old testament, yet almost every verse alludes to or echoes older scriptures. The revelation research foundation is dedicated to the discovery and preservation of the history, archaeology, and literature of the bible. Anyone who has lived away from home for even a short time knows that there is no substitute for a personal letter from home and loved ones. This very powerful and dynamic teachingtool on the book of revelation shines a light on the symbolism and the mysteries of god. The book of revelation reveals that we can look forward to the coming kingdom of god. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin.
The statement asserts that jesus christ himself gave. Read and study revelation 5 with the verse by verse bible commentary. The angel, foreseeing the nature of the contents, alludes to the bitterness first. Partial preterists believe that most of revelation was fulfilled in 70 ad, or at least by the roman empire, but the final chapters still look forward to a future second coming of christ. He has to meet in secret places with other believers in the middle of the night because house churches are illegal. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse into. Details of endtimes, the seven churches, the tribulation, rapture, beasts, antichrist, mark of the beast, seals, bowls, trumpets, the return of jesus christ, millennium, satan being bound, great white throne judgment, new jerusalem and more are the subject of this online bible teaching. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. By referring to scripture we at once find the character of those who. 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. The back button should bring you back through several pages.
If you want to better understand the book of revelation and the end times. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. At the very beginning, revelation identifies its source. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. These things saith he that hath the seven spirits of god, and the seven stars. Each day brings us closer to what the bible calls the end of the world. The sun and sky were darkened by the smoke from the abyss. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 1 and more.
He saw seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are explained to be the seven spirits of god revelation 4. How to interpret the secret meaning of the book of revelation. In it, god will tell about the things that must happen soon. It will prepare you for the rest of the material contained here. Jul 02, 2014 there has never been a time when it was more necessary to read and understand the book of revelation than right now. God in this verse is giving us the key to correctly interpreting the book. Then go into each of the twenty two chapters of the book of revelation one by one. The history of rome brief overview of roman history from her dawn to the first punic war. Study guide for revelation 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. The book of revelation explainedvolume 1 1 c hapter o ne p art o ne the introductory verses revelation 1. 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.
Jan 21, 2020 the identity of the leopard, the bear, and the lion have been explained in verse 1. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. 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. The patriarch job portrayed this truth as well when he penned the words of elihu, the only comforter to whom god laid no. Understanding the book of revelation is a timely book as we approach the twentyfirst century. The verse by verse 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. Revelation 12 explained jesus unveiled revelation is. But verse 14 tells us that the word jesus, was made flesh and dwelt among us as the true son of god. This video was shot in 2008 please excuse the video quality.
Bible roman empire map large map of the roman empire in the early first century click around on the places. At times we will also refer to it as the book of revelation, the revelation, or just revelation. It does belong to a tradition of apocalyptic writing, which began in judaism in the second temple period. If you dont know where the verse is found, use a concordance where key words will lead you to it. And i took the little book out of the angels hand, and ate it up. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The idea is probably from custom of the early church, where attention was given to the public reading of scripture, which would often be explained. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. So satan had that power or authority at that time to make such an offer. The book of revelation explained by pastor allen nolan is a teaching series on how to unravel the mysteries of the book of the. Unlike many other books on end time prophecy, this is a simple, easy to read commentary. They set the stage for unveiling the great prophecies explaining the theme of the book. Jun 17, 2018 the book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation.
Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. Read and study revelation, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary. But this view, of itself, is unsatisfactory for many reasons. The assemblies of asia revelation chapter 2 commentary. Revelation chapter 3 explained book of revelation each.
In this book of john, it shows jesus as god manifest in the flesh. We open the book of revelation today, and verse 1 begins, the revelation of jesus christ. We all like to get letters, preferably letters addressed to us personally, not simply to occupant. The book of revelation has been shrouded in mystery for a good portion of the church age. Revelation verse by verse bible commentary matthew. Its title is derived from the first word of the text, written in koine greek. The book of revelation closes its awful description of the judgments which are coming upon the earth by inviting to the sinner, come to christ, and, after one reads and understand the book of revelation, he too will close the book and invite the sinner to, come, and receive, jesus christ as you savior. Read through these highly informative booklets today. A commentary of the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ 20 by cooper p.
The book of revelation explained volume 1 gospel trumpeter. 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 secret things belong unto the lord our god, but those things which are. The babylonians learn about ancient babylon and the people who.
Read revelation 1 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Most of the commentators think it represents the book of revelation, in which case, of course, it would not include the present description of the book itself, but only of its contents as applied to subsequent chapters. Today kris langham guides us through the new testament book of revelation. 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. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. Understand that john was actually on a small island. He who overcomes shall not be hurt by the second death. To rightly interpret the book, we should seek to find the meaning the book had in the. Bible revelation chapter 1 explained in detail discover revelation.
A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Some people believe jesus return will be secret, i do not. Thank you for the concern, and pray that i will continue to present the truth as fully as god reveals it to me, hiding nothing. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Even though nations may agree on few things, they unite in their determination to maintain their authority rather than submit to the rule of gods kingdom. See notes on overcomers at the beginning of chapter 2, verse 1. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. The star was given the key to the shaft of the abyss. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Read and study revelation, including book summary, with the verse by verse bible commentary. The first thing we discover in verse 1 is that this book is a revelation.
To enter into an extended investigation of this would greatly exceed the limits which i have, and would not comport with my design in these notes. Jan 21, 2020 john, and any and all who reads this book of revelation, must have the wisdom and the knowledge of the lord jesus god almighty to understand what is about to be given. Return from chapter 2 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. The symbolism of the book of revelation shows that it was written for a special class, for those who are acquainted with the word of god, and who have spiritual discernment, and not for the carnally minded reader. The book of revelation explained volume 4 preface you will notice that the book of revelation explained, volume 4, begins with chapter 12, not chapter 1, and ends at the conclusion of chapter 14. The book of revelation versebyverse preaching youtube. Return from chapter 2 to the verse by verse commentary on revelation page. This is to corre spond with the chapters in the revelation. In a book filled with obscure images and vague allusions, one thing comes through loud and clear. For a broader view look at the comments in the right column. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. Revelation is taught verse by verse through the scripture in johns book of revelation. Applying the best available sources of commentary from a variety of scholars, donald and jay parry show that the book of revelation is meant for us to understand and that it is possible to understand it. Many have wondered if the third temple will ever be built.
Much has been written on the question who was the author of this book. Verse by verse commentary on the revelation a testimony of jesus christ by tony garland. In revelation chapter 3, we continued with the last 3 of the 7 churches. Verse 3 seven times in this book, the lord promises to bless people. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr.
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