This fabulous revelation reveals the past, the present, and the future. The chronology of revelation can be compared to a succession of waves. The book of revelation was written in the first century a. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The book of revelations is the last book of the christian new testament, it records saint johns visions about the apocalypse and the new genesis. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. Mar 31, 2016 the book of revelations is the last book of the christian new testament, it records saint johns visions about the apocalypse and the new genesis.
Revelation does not progress like a classic history book. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. 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 the revelation study introduction 5 the book of the revelation of jesus christ study introduction i. The book of revelation is a prophetic book 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 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. The name of the rose by umberto eco, revelation by c. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john nlt. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. 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. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Here are a few tips to help you study this wonderful book.
We intend to help break the seal put by some of mankind on the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ. In the end, god and his people win, and evil will be forever defeated. 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. Now before we proceed further with our studies of the book of revelation, i would like to provide you with an outline of the book as a useful guide to your study. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory.
The title of the book the revelation of jesus christ 1. The book of revelation, an indepth visual study boxed set. Sansom, red dragon by thomas harris, se7en by raven gregory, good ome. It aligns perfectly and illuminates magnificently the prophecies of daniel, ezekiel, isaiah, and other hebrew prophets. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. In this 6 lesson seminar, karlo provides the key to unlock the mystery of the book of revelation in which one discovers a prophetic vision of the destruction of jerusalem by the roman army in 70 a. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. Because we translate from the oldest extant documents, we intend to offer a more accurate. You will behold the great unveiled vision of john, given 1900 years ago. You may use, copy, or distribute this material, provided you do it freezuq gi. Includes three senses in which the book is the revelation of jesus christ the book s title. 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.
A study of what the book of revelation says about our lord jesus. The book of revelation christian powerpoint templates. Not only in revelation but in the entire bible jesus christ is the major theme. God would not give us revelation if he didnt want us to understand it.
The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. In revelation, as in johns gospel and first epistle, the consciousnessofaworldconflict,aworldprocess,andaworldtriumph is manifest. Ask the holy spirit to help you understand what you. Many christians find it hard to study the book of revelation, while others believe it is impossible to interpret. Throughout this program gary covers popular views of premillennialism. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. This is an ongoing series of expositions from the book of revelation by bro. The book of revelation was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor. Looks at the songs of revelation 4 and 5, and their revealing descriptions of jesus the lamb. 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. 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.
Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. 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 book was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. Bible study courses revelation bible study courses. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. If the tide is coming in the waves advance and finish up covering the whole beach.
This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. 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. The book of revelation provides a powerful ending for the bible. Revelation is meant to be an unveiling of christ to us, but it also tells of the time when christs glory will be unveiled, or revealed to all people. The person of jesus christ is the theme of this book. Approaching the book of revelation bellevue baptist church.
For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature. Our current study is a versebyverse walk through the book of revelation. The following charts can be used as a tool to help you study and. Such is dangerous as the book itself sets forth many symbols with their meaning.
The questions are grouped according to the paragraphs of revelation, so that people can choose to study a single paragraph during an individual or group study, or go over several paragraphs at one sitting. Written for those who want to understand the book of revelation, this 12week study helps christians see that jesus has already defeated his enemies and freed christians from their bondage to satan, sin, and death. Download book of revelations powerpoint templates for worship presentations etc. It is suitable for use in individual study or a group study.
The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in unfamiliar and extravagant. This series began on july 30, 2006 and will be updated until the its completion. The revelation of christ revelation 15 the prologue the introduction resource. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book. Find the book of revelation, an indepth visual study boxed set.
If you have been saved by grace through faith in jesus christ, then you are in the worldwide church of god. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. Critics study the conventions of apocalyptic literature and events of the 1st century to make sense of what the author may have intended. 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. A catholic study of the book of revelation youtube. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. This version of a short study on the book of revelation has been superseded.
The scriptures are both theocentric and christocentric, godcentered and christcentered. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Revelation 1214 niv the woman and the dragon a great. The central person of the book of revelation is not john but jesus christ. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general.
That is great news, because this book of revelation is meant for you revelation 1. Bible berean study bible bsb 2016, 2018 by bible hub. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. Revelation 1214 new international version niv the woman and the dragon. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. The return of jesus is contemplated in relation to the enlarged environment in which christianity stood. In this online course on the book of revelation, we cover every chapter and verse. Online study of the book of revelation randy white ministries. A message for the first century many try to take the message of revelation literally and thereby develop many fanciful doctrines.
How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. Much of the book of revelation is the story of worsening sin and the resultant suffering, climaxing in a time of woe never before experienced. When the scene moves to heaven, we see him there, too, controlling everything. The issue comes when we allow what frightens or confuses us to keep us from studying certain parts of scripture. Revelation the book complete study of the book of revelation. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. 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. And if we study the book of revelation and dont learn anything about christ, then weve misread the book of revelation.
When we are on the beach by the sea, we see how one wave succeeds another and ends its journey on the sand. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. Orley berg doesnt think the book of revelation is an incomprehensible mystery. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. The book of revelation is filled with symbolism that can be difficult to interpret. This the book of revelation christian powerpoint theme or template is to a great extent colored red. Thus, those who are familiar with suffering will likely have a better handle on this book than others. What should we look for, and how should we live between now and then. In future articles the letters to the seven churches as outlined in the first three chapters of the book will be examined.