The was the title given to the book in the latin vulgate3. Revelation 2020 verse by verse ministry international. The revelation of jesus christ is not supposed to be sealed. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Dragons and beasts, wrath and grace what does it mean. Today kris langham guides us through the new testament book of revelation. The unsaved are reading the bible without realizing it.
The holy bible book 01 genesis kjv dramatized audio duration. Worthy is the lamb, ray summers broadman press, 1951. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Lessons on jesus, times and seasons, tribulation, the dragon, heaven, etc. An introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1. The bibles answer the greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a wonderful book in which we find the completion of gods ways up to eternal glory. The student can explain the circumstances of the writing of the book of revelation. Virtually every book of the bible will be consulted during our indepth course, leading many vbvm students to say that our revelation study is an attempt to teach the entire bible in a single course. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple.
The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. Bible teachers might dread the thought of teaching the book of revelation. Revelation 6 the passion translation tpt breaking open the sealed scroll. The english title comes from the latin revelatio which in its verb form means to reveal or unveil that which has previously been hidden. Bible teachings for revelation xenos christian fellowship. With most books, the more we understand, the more unveiled the mystery, the less interesting the study. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1.
This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Its bible on your screen pastor in your headphones with clear, relatable teaching so you can understand. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. 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. Why the book of revelation matters relevant bible teaching. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. 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.
An understandable outline, overview, and versebyverse study of revelation. After i got through translating the book of mormon, i took up the bible to read with the urim and thummim. Revelation, alan johnson expositors bible commentary, zondervan, 1981. Revelation was the last book accepted into the christian biblical canon, and to the present day some churches that.
The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a. An introduction and commentary, homer hailey baker, 1979. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Admonished to repent for having held the doctrine of balaam, who taught balak to put a stumbling block before. He describes of the seven churches their qualities andor their weaknesses and failings such as sardis and laodicea. Explains how revelations context and setting can help us understand its original. Teaching home bible books revelation teaching series from revelation. Top 10 bible studies on revelation for fall 2019 christian bible.
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. Because the book seems cryptic in nature, it has become a source of great controversy. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. By the way, she is a christian, and she gets a great deal of scripture into her books. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book. Sadly, for the most part, a true teaching, hearing, understanding and keeping of the information given in the book of revelation by todays congregation seems rare.
A bible commentary for teaching and preaching is a distinctive resource for those who interpret the bible in the church. While it is nearly impossible to teach the book of revelation to teens on the same level of sophistication as you would a universitylevel theology course, you still need to cover most, if not. 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 symbolism, which at best appears unusual to the modern reader. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. For a year and a half i taught the book of revelation to the midweek crowds of the miller road baptist church in garland, texas. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book.
Grab our free introduction to revelation lessons here. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. The book of revelation is the last book of the new testament. In this 14session study, you will examine the entire book of revelation, looking closely at john. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. Revelation 22 new international version niv eden restored. Jul 08, 20 pastor steven anderson the book of revelation. Revelation 22 eden restored then the angel showed bible. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it.
The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. 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. The two periods most often mentioned are the latter part of neros reign a. Revelation was written when christians were entering a time of persecution. Blue letter bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on christ and the gospel of his peace and righteousness. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Most intriguing because it is mysterious, and mystery creates its own interest.
Ttws audio guides walk you through each passage in just 5 minutes. It is important that the book of revelation not be skipped because johns work gives added details on three important subjects. Breaking the apocalypse code, 7 dvd bible teaching series on the book of revelation perry stone, jr. The trend among churches for quite some time has been to ignore the more challenging or controversial parts of the scripture. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. You may use, copy, or distribute this material, provided you do it freezuq gi. A while back, i met one of our staff members after teaching about prophecy.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. Since god intends for the book of revelation to be a blessing, teach it in ways that line up with his desire. Breaking news from the book of revelation prophetic. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. 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. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title.
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. Breaking the apocalypse code, 7 dvd bible teaching series. Revelation the book of revelation taught verse by verse. 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. Revelation is taught verse by verse through the scripture in johns book of revelation. I read the first chapter of genesis and i saw the things as they were done. There are a number of good latterday saint commentaries that the teacher will find helpful.
Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Revelation, leon morris tyndale new testament commentaries, eerdmans, 1984. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Eugene borings critical assessment of revelation enlightens readers as to just what that message is. The last lesson presents the bible teaching on christs second coming. Breaking the apocalypse code, 7 dvd bible teaching series on the book of revelation. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. This revelation bible study page and free bible study outlines and teacher guides present a uniquely balanced, scholarly, and commonsense approach to the book. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. How to teach the book of revelation to teens synonym. Welcome to through the word, leading you on a journey through the entire bible, one chapter at a time. As mysterious as the book of revelation appears, it can be understood and taught with success.
Is alive and in glory revelation, 19 through 17 jesus christ won he wants the revelation message to go to his believers, revelation 110 and also invest 19 right on a scroll or in a book. You can choose to follow the videos or the mp3 audio teaching. The book of revelation is possibly the most interesting of all the books of the bible. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. Thats jesus christ revelation one we find that jesus. Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. Here are eight overall objectives toward which you should help the students. In this 14session study, you will examine the entire book of revelation, looking.
More than conquerors, william hendricksen baker book house, 1971. We open the book of revelation today, and verse 1 begins, the revelation of jesus christ. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. General challenges to teaching the book of revelation. Were here to help you teach kids about the love of jesus found in the book of revelation.
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