May 03, 2018 book of revelation bible study chapter 19 part 2 by cgi digital network. 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. But he said, more than that, blessed are those who hear the word of god and keep it. But the content it consists of is too important to miss out on. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of nonsense to a masterpiece. Come and join us on an exploration of the meaning of the book of revelation in this versebyverse commentary. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. Study guide on the book of revelation revelation for kids.
The final book of the bible unveils the final bible study. A downloadable bible study of the book of revelation by christy hill, phd. You may use, copy, or distribute this material, provided you do it freezuq gi. 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. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ.
Introduction to the book of revelation true bible study. The book of revelation is of the genre of mystical jewish writings, called torat ha sod. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Revelation the last book in the bible was written to tell us about the futureespecially the final conflict between god and satan, and the triumph of jesus christover all. Revelation, lifechange bible study christian book distributors. The revelation in this book originated with god the father who gave it to jesus christ who then showed it to the apostle john who wrote it down to show his. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. 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. Study book of revelation love you in the lord ministries. However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a revelation or manifestation and to be revealed. The fundamental message of the book of revelation is simple. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. The goal is to help you become intimately acquainted with the god of revelation, jesus christ, and come to a better understanding of the cosmic battle going on for the hearts and minds of all people. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation.
The book of revelation often called the book of revelations, 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. 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. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of revelation with an emphasis on practical application. The first dvd, the great unveiling covers chapter one of the book of revelation. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Find the book of revelation, an indepth visual study boxed set. Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. The kingdom yet to come bible study program unpack the mysteries of revelation perhaps no book in the bible fascinates people more than revelation. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. 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. And we will discover how to apply the truths of revelation. Picture study bible revelation bible history online. In sunday school last sunday, one of my high school kids wanted to know about the seven last plagues and why god sent these plagues.
Sep 27, 2016 one of the most difficult books in the bible and most misused is the book of revelation. This bible study on the book of revelation covers the doctines of faith, revelation, satan and suffering. To take revelation to heart is to live under the authority of gods agenda. Book of revelation downloadable bible study bible studies. He explains that, for those students willing to examine the historical background to the new testament, the book of revelation actually summarizes the central doctrines of faith. This page introduces the most comprehensive study of the bibles book of the revelation ever. On this page i will answer questions that students have frequently asked in my three decades of teaching revelation. The book of revelation emphasizes both what he is doing and what he will do. Over the years i have been asked if i had any other books of the bible that are explained like the one for the book of revelation which took a. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ.
This study will fortify believers who are pressured to deny their faith and help them stand firm through gods word. The rise of television programs, radio broadcasts, and books has only compounded this problem. Read and study revelation, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary. 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. Introduction to the book of revelation the apostle john received this extraordinary revelation from the lord jesus christ while living on the island of patmos during the latter part of the 1st century a. Our current study is a versebyverse walk through the book of revelation. Pray, read and study your bible, and practice spiritual disciplines. Instead, it provides a striking bookend for the entire bible, which begins in paradise and ends in paradise. The book of revelation, an indepth visual study boxed set. We intend to help break the seal put by some of mankind on the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ. You will search both the old and the new testaments for scripture always explains scripture.
The book of the revelation study introduction 5 the book of the revelation of jesus christ study introduction i. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading revelation. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Revelation is the story of a revelation given to the apostle john late in his life while he was in exile on the island of patmos.
As we begin this course, we need to commit to ourselves, to god and to each other the. An understandable outline, overview, and versebyverse study of revelation. Aug 01, 2018 you might want to read maurice a williams new book revelations. Yet many are tempted to take the promise lightly, either by not reading or by not doing what it says. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. An easyenglish study unit 2800 word vocabulary on the new testament from acts to revelation. Lessons on jesus, times and seasons, tribulation, the dragon, heaven, etc. Study book of revelation bible study of the book of revelation sermon 1 by dr h. John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. The lessons are organized into subjects of one week study per lesson for an overview of the course please refer to the course outline all references for the course are found in the course bibliography for questions about this study please contact us. And without a doubt, much judgment occurs in the book. The book of revelation is the last book he wrote around 96 ad. This means that we need to know sixtyfive other books before we get to this. Mar 12, 2016 explore karenwb333s board bible study.
In this part series the bible study podcast tackles this difficult book. It aligns perfectly and illuminates magnificently the prophecies of daniel, ezekiel, isaiah, and other hebrew prophets. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible that contains the promise of a blessing for everyone who reads and heeds the words that are written in it. The rapture is the hope of the new testament, just as the revelation of christ was the hope of the old testament. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. 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. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. Revelation unveils events between god and satan in the end and describes the glory that awaits believers who endure suffering. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book.
Apart from the book of revelation, john has written other bible books which are. Online study of the book of revelation randy white ministries. Apr 28, 2015 revelation is not too hard to comprehend, and we should benefit from it. This study guide is a series of questions that will lead you through the book of revelation chronologically over a period of 20 weeks. We hope it can direct you toward scriptural truths about plagues and a study of the book of revelation. Gods final word on the last times a study on the book of revelation related media these are the edited manuscripts of the first four messages in gods final word on the last times series prepared by robert l.
In addition, the following articles may offer more encouragement for all to remember as we face the trials of covid19 together. Victory in jesus bible study of the victory of jesus in revelation. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. If you enjoy bible study and the book of revelations you will enjoy reading revelations. Kruger study from the bible and be encouraged to grow your faith. The bible was written so that average people could read the. Book of revelation bible study chapter 20 by cgi digital network. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. The christians ultimate victory macarthur bible studies kindle edition by macarthur, john f download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. May the study of the revelation truly be as the name impliesan unveiling of the truths found in this wonderful book. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk.
Books of the bible explained scripture by scripture. Hahn demonstrates why this littlestudied book contains many of the keys to understanding the gospels. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study. Revelation never describes itself as a symbolic code of future events plotted on a timeline. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others.
In this series, i want to expand upon that theme, and show the victories revealed within revelation. I am new to these types of questions and how to answer them. The last book in the bible is probably one of the most misunderstood. The book was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire. It starts out simply enough, it is a revelation in greek, apocalypse from jesus christ, it is a prophecy, and it comes as a letter to seven churches. 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.
If we did not realize already that it takes a lifetime to understand the bible and thats a good thing, the point is driven home when we get to the last book in the bible revelation. It promises that god will institute universal peace, prosperity and cooperation over all the earth immediately after the return of jesus christ. The book unveils his relationship to the church, to. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. As such, it cannot be properly interpreted without an understanding of the concepts and terminology involved in this form of study and writing. Top 10 bible studies on revelation for fall 2019 christian bible. In the study of any book of the bible or any topic of scripture, a certain amount of ground work is.
Like the books of prophecy in the old testament, revelation proclaims a message. Usually when people mention the book of revelation, they immediately think about judgment. The bible as a whole tells us what he has done, what he is doing, and what he will do. Revelation 1, new international version niv the bible app. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1 youtube. Book of revelation downloadable bible study bible studies articles. In this 14session study, you will examine the entire book of revelation, looking. 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.
Discover the 66 books of the bible discover books of the. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. The title of the book the revelation of jesus christ 1. The christians ultimate victory macarthur bible studies. The two periods most often mentioned are the latter part of neros reign a.
It means to clearly understand the destructiveness of sin, love his presence and honor his son. John and the book of revelation a bible study in easy. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. You will behold the great unveiled vision of john, given 1900 years ago. This fabulous revelation reveals the past, the present, and the future.
A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. This presents a lost opportunity for true christian happiness. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of. This commentary has yet to go through advanced theological. Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation, practically sealing the revelation of jesus christ. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e.
The book of revelation is not just about the future bible study. You see, the book of revelation is the sixtysixth book of the bible, and it comes last. Revelation illumines gods vision for his people, freeing them from pursuing a life and future prescribed by this worlds shortsighted assumptions. You may kindly select the desired chapter to proceed with the bible study. Gods final word on the last times a study on the book of. See more ideas about bible, word of god and revelation bible. Revelation was written when christians were entering a time of persecution.
May 04, 2016 the book of revelation is not just about the future,dr. What is the best workbook to study the book of revelation in. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. 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. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. Throughout this program gary covers popular views of premillennialism. This needs to be kept in mind in a special way as we study the book of revelationeven more than in the gospels. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Teaches the first half of the book of revelation in the bible. 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. This revelation bible study page and free bible study outlines and teacher guides present a uniquely balanced, scholarly, and commonsense approach to the book.