All we need now is the billionaire globalists to hide themselves in. An introduction and commentary, homer hailey baker, 1979. Revelation the book complete study of the book of revelation. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The book of revelation is the last book of the new testament. Revelation is taught verse by verse through the scripture in johns book of revelation. Through jewish eyes messianic teaching of pastor roy schwarcz messianic teaching of pastor roy schwarcz. But there is one question that seems to be overlooked in our search for signs of the endtimes.
The book of revelation, or the apocalypse as it is also called, is the last book of the bible. 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. You may use, copy, or distribute this material, provided you do it freezuq gi. The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in the latter category. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Revelation, leon morris tyndale new testament commentaries, eerdmans, 1984.
It is also very different from any kind of writing that is familiar to most people today. Rather than a versebyverse examination, this tenpart teaching series on the book of revelation, originally presented on the spirit formed tv broadcast, is intended to help us grasp priorities, focus on practical truth, and find a deeper love for christ. To download in internet explorer ie right click on. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. 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. Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john. Competing systems of interpretation have muddied the water, yet the lens of focus applied. In june i concluded a series of 38 sermons in the book of revelation. The wedding feast of the lamb from the series christ over all revelation 19. Chuck missler revelation session 01 introduction youtube.
Without question, the book of revelation is difficult to understand. The rise and fall of the antichrist appendix four a brief overview of the book of revelation. Worthy is the lamb, ray summers broadman press, 1951. Explains how revelations context and setting can help us understand its original meaning and apply its message to our own lives in the. Join amir for a teaching on the book of revelation. 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. This revelation bible study page and free bible study outlines and teacher guides present a uniquely balanced, scholarly, and commonsense approach to the book. The lamb that rides the white horse and offers the invitation to the marriage supper of the lamb. Because the book seems cryptic in nature, it has become a source of great controversy. Adapted from revelationgods word for the biblically inept duck, daymond r.
The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. It is a revelation that was received by the apostle john while he was in romanimposed exile on the island of patmos in the eastern mediterranean around 90 a. Christians throughout history have given almost unanimous affirmation to the identity of the books author as john the apostle, who had been exiled to the island of patmos by the authorities for preaching the gospel in asia. Sep 08, 2016 the book of revelation, the final book of the canon, has confused readers of the bible for centuries. Step by step through the book of revelation john ankerberg show. Sproul explains the importance of properly dating the. John, which is a crytic and mystical scripture at the very end of the christian bible. All we need now is the billionaire globalists to hide themselves in the dens and in the rocks of the mountains. The method requires the student of revelation to go outside the bible and seek for the fulfillment of predictions in the past events of world history, and to one not well taught in history the method is impossible to carry out, leaving the book of revelation largely closed to the ordinary reader. The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in.
It is important that the book of revelation not be skipped because johns work gives added details on three important subjects. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john.
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. How to teach the book of revelation to teens synonym. But john by inspiration of the holy spirit says in revelation 1. David jeremiah is one of americas most trusted bible teachers. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. I have all 24 sessions of this very interesting bible study of revelation. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory.
The book of revelation, the final book of the canon, has confused readers of the bible for centuries. This series of lessons can enable you to teach the book of revelation to your students at the high school or adult level with confidence that they will come away. As mysterious as the book of revelation appears, it can be understood and taught with success. To listen to one of pastor kens versebyverse bible studies, click the appropriate link below. The book of revelation the book of revelation, a free online course this free online course reveals how you can discover the true meaning of the revelation or apoclaypse of st. 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.
Revelation is certainly different from other books of the new testament. As we begin this book of revelation, i have mingled feelings. The student can explain the meaning of often misunderstood passages in revelation such as revelation 16. 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. Suttons book revelation revealed and several other books on this subject by dr. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god.
In a previous post we established that gods intent for those who hear the words of the book of revelation is that they be blessed rev. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. This very powerful and dynamic teachingtool on the book of revelation shines a light on the symbolism and the mysteries of god revealed to mankind in this great book. Understanding why john wrote revelation helps both teacher and student understand the major message of the book. Unfortunately, this has caused some people to shy away from the book. More than conquerors, william hendricksen baker book house, 1971. I have this syllabus and find it true to form to the teaching within the book of revelation. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. The student can identify the main symbols in revelation and complete a worksheet showing the books main storyline. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ.
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. Teaching revelation is an endlessly fascinating pedagogical exercise, because. Mar 10, 2014 teaching the book of revelation to kids may seem like a daunting task, but veggietalesr and whats in the bible. 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. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. The student can tell others about the hope of eternal life as presented in the book of revelation. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Franciscan father stephen doyle provides a catholic commentary on the book of revelation and explains that todays people do not understand what. The book of revelation step by step powerful lesson. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Preterism properly focuses on the relevance of the books teaching to its first recipients, the church of the first century.
While revelation is a book of prophecy, it also has a great deal to. There are a number of good latterday saint commentaries that the teacher will find helpful. Were here to help you teach kids about the love of jesus found in the book of revelation. The book of revelation is perhaps the most mysterious book in sacred scripture. For more than 37 years he has helped millions deepen their understanding of the bible.
I am actually running scared as we come to this, one of the great books in the word of god. Social inequity and anxiety heightens in a time of manufactured scarcity. The study aids provided below include a video that can be used when teaching this series. Revelation the book of revelation taught verse by verse. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Revelation, alan johnson expositors bible commentary, zondervan, 1981. Questions about the antichrist, the millennium, and many others a are sharply disputed among bible teachers. Revelation is gods message to those who are concerned about the future. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. Grab our free introduction to revelation lessons here. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple for. On this page i will answer questions that students have frequently asked in my three decades of teaching revelation. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st.
The hebraic book of revelation part 6c torah to the tribes. The problem with a consistently preterist reading of revelation, however, is that the book becomes largely irrelevant to the present struggles of the church or its expectation for the future fulfillment of gods promises. Revelation through jewish eyes messianic teaching of. If you would like to stream the teaching click the stream link under the stream download column. 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. Jimmy deyoung take you step by step through the book of revelation in a clear and concise manner to help you understand its central message and the future events god has predicted. Questions about the antichrist, the millennium, and many others a are sharply disputed among bible teachers today. Interpreting revelation also makes evident that the act of textual interpretation matters as part of determining how one sees god at work in the world.
Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. Bible teachers might dread the thought of teaching the book of revelation.
Teaching series from revelation xenos christian fellowship. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. This implies that we should therefore teach the book in ways that line up with his desire. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. An understandable outline, overview, and versebyverse study of revelation.
Jun 17, 2018 this very powerful and dynamic teaching tool on the book of revelation shines a light on the symbolism and the mysteries of god revealed to mankind in this great book. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. If you would like to dowload the teaching click the download link under the stream download column in chrome or firefox. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Franciscan father stephen doyle provides a catholic commentary on the book of revelation and explains that todays people do not understand what the author of revelation is talking about. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. Why the book of revelation matters relevant bible teaching. Lessons on jesus, times and seasons, tribulation, the dragon, heaven, etc. This confusion has resulted in the belief that we, the church. When asked how he started to approach it, vischer says, to teach revelation to kids you start with a simple statement revelation is one of the trickiest books of the bible. There is a lot of confusion about what is happening in our world today and the events described in the book of revelation. And there has been much speculation about it some of it bordering on offthewall, but some of it serious and scholarly. Historicist interpretation commentary a testimony of.
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 revelation chart is often used when teaching from the book of revelation. This study takes youth through the chart, explaining the symbols and providing a foundation for future indepth revelation studies. Versebyverse bible teachings calvary chapel of okc. The hebraic book of revelation part 6e torah to the tribes. Volume completes vischers journey through the bible for kids and families, and tackling the book of revelation has been muchanticipated for the series fans.