Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. Sedgwicks revelation made easy helps readers approach this seemingly daunting biblical book with fresh eyes and an open heart. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. This view also ignores revelations prophetic character and, if carried to its logical conclusion, severs the book from any connection with actual historical events. Jesus sent his angel to show them to me, his servant john 2 i, john, have written about everything that god showed me. Jan 11, 2018 the core purpose of the book of revelation is to reveal the totality of jesus identity. 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. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Fugitive ghosn promises new revelations in upcoming book. 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. This is why the authorized king james version calls revelation the revelation of saint john the divine divine was a.
Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Using interactive quizzes, fascinating facts, and stepbystep explanations, lahaye and parker explore each verse as they bring heavenly insights down to earth and provide practical applications to guide you in your faith journey. Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet, it presents visions of. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. Some say that the book of revelation is one of the hardest books of the bible to understand. By connecting revelation to the old testament prophecies i believe we can. We have pushed the interpretation of revelation out to the end times but kenneth gentry argues strongly that it all happened already. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. At the heart of this millenialism is the description of armageddon, the final battle on earth between god and satan, in the book of revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Thus he is made fit to communicate to us the glories of his and our lord.
Although that book book wasnt as easy as the revelation book, he goes into greater detail linking matt. The bibles final book, revelation, can seem intimidating or downright impossible to comprehend, even for serious students of the scriptures. Revelation is the most hebraic of all the new testament books, and no student of the word can afford to miss its clear connections. Tonight we will also cover the book of revelation using basic critical thinking skills. The book of revelation primarily concerns the second coming of christ. Study of the book of chapter by chapter and verse by verse. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book. Filled with complex imagery, vivid depictions of violence, and challenging spiritual references, revelation is often set aside by readers in favor of more straightforward, easiertodigest biblical material.
The size of these revelations are determined by you. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. The book of revelation is not a book about current events. What is a breakdown of the book of revelations in laymans. This page is about the book of revelation with information that will help explain its meaning and answer any questions one may have. The book of revelations made simple to understand youtube. Some of the earliest manuscripts have the title of the revelation of john. Nephi and johns revelations of the last days part 1 the book of mormon lecture 20 by hyrum andrus. Tackling endtimes topics such as the antichrist, the rapture, and the tribulation, he shares various conflicting historical interpretations and checks them according to what the scriptures tell us. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.
Gentry draws from over 20 years of expertise in the historical and biblical background of the book to present the surprisingly easy to understand meaning of. Revelation has a wide variety of interpretations, ranging from the simple historical interpretation, to a prophetic. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. How many times have we picked up a book with such a title only to become more confused as we read itor stopped reading it. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. 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. Book of revelation timeline chart book of revelation seven seals bing images the book of revelation made simple. 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. Revelation 1 easy english bible easy 1 this book describes the things that god showed.
Right from the beginning in the history of the church, deviations have started. The common knowledge section now includes a series field. The book of revelation made easy a short, lively, and topical study that will help you understand bible prophecy better. Using creative illustrations and thoughtful questions, author seth pierce makes the symbolism clear and explains what the prophecies meant for the apostle john and what they have to say to us today. The last book of the new testament is usually called the book of revelation or simply revelation.
Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Book of revelation simple english wikipedia, the free. The puzzle if there even is a puzzle is so simple that it made me wonder how i missed the plainest meaning of so many well known bible verses. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple for. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text.
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. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. John and the book of revelation a bible study in easy english. There the apostle begged, would to god ye could bear with me a little in my folly. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. In this view, the book contains neither historical allusions nor predictive prophecy. With its complex imagery, dramatic violence, and challenging spiritual references, johns revelation seems shrouded in mystery. Oct 18, 2018 the book of revelations made simple to understand life point church newport, nc. The book of revelation explained volume 4 other publications by the author dan iel and rev at on texts exam ned depressi on did j esu d c nd i to h ll. Personally, revelation is one of the most exciting and action packed books of all scripture. 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.
G if ts, oce and t hepera on of t new testamen church how to study ident ifying the beasts of revelat on jud e, t h ac t s of t po a, volume 1 sunday school quarterly jud e, t h ac t s of t po a, volume 2. Using interactive quizzes, fascinating facts, and stepbystep explanations, lahaye and parker explore each verse as they bring heavenly insights down to earth and provide practical applications to guide you in your. From this church, those who overcome will be made a pillar in the temple of god having the name of. The book of revelations made simple to understand life point church newport, nc.
This book, of course, is a beginninga launching place for your own new or continued study of gods prophetic messages to you. Started on my own reading of the book of revelation. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. In addition, there are 16 major concepts that are covered in johns apocalypse. Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning unveiling and, yet, it presents visions of. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. He wanted jesus to show these things to his own servants. John and the book of revelation a bible study in easy. Bloomberg carlos ghosn, the nissan executiveturnedfugitive who escaped japan to avoid trial for financial crimes, promised new revelations into collusion between the carmaker, prosecutors.
Have you ever wondered what the book of revelation is all about. They made him live far away from family and friends on the island of patmos. He has made us priests, so that we serve his god and father. 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. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple. The book of revelation is not about the european union. The book lives up to its title, making the book of revelation easier to understand. 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 biblerevelation. While it is not possible to cover 100% of all the details, this exercise touch upon each chapter and will help the listener understand how to break seemingly complicated data blocks into easy to grasp events and definitions. Reviewed by alex soto when a marriage covenant has been breached by. To create a series or add a work to it, go to a work page.
It was, after all, written to be read and heard by its original audience rev. How many times have we picked up a book with such a title only to become more confused as we read. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. Later manuscripts usually have the title of the revelation of the theologian. Our lady of presentation communities and ministries is the full title given to a sevenyearold catholic organization in march, 1992, when it received the status of lay association under canon law by archbishop pilarczyk of cincinnati, ohio. Ultimately, honestly, were made of dirt, physically and 1 of 2 things, spiritually. Cutting through traditions that cloud the clear message of revelation, dr.
Despite our various views, there are some common threads upon which christians agree. The book of revelation made clear, by tim lahaye and timothy e. Popular belief is that the antichrist will reveal himself, and christ will return to the earth to take the good and the righteous up to heaven in an event known as the rapture, leaving satan behind to rule the earth for 1,000 years. I also recommend his other book, postmillennialism made easy. By connecting revelation to the old testament prophecies i believe we can understand the book as the first century audience did. The book of revelation is a fascinating book, and the debate regarding its interpretation will continue. Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet. We must not read the newspapers and try to plug what is happening today as the fulfillment of the book of revelation. This is the latest edition, which is expanded and contains some important changes regarding the millennium passage in revelation 20 that resulted from deeper research into revelation. Enter the name of the series to add the book to it. Lahaye and parker take each chapter and verse and lay out their exact meaning with no holds barred. In some cases, as with chronicles of narnia, disagreements about order necessitate the creation of more than one series. Major title headings in the book of revelation made easy 2nd ed. The core purpose of the book of revelation is to reveal the totality of jesus identity.
You can understand bible prophecy second edition 157 pp. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. The book of revelation was relevant to the first century christians who heard its message. Parker is a wonderfu learning guide to the book of revelation.
The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. The seven letters and a survey of the history of the church. If youve ever found bible prophecy difficult to understand, prophecies of revelation made simple is a perfect book for you. A visual walkthrough of the book of revelations by. The book was a message for the people of that time, but christians have always had trouble. The book of revelation often called the 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. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. May god enlighten and bless you as the author of prophecy made easy. Bloomberg carlos ghosn, the nissan executiveturnedfugitive who escaped japan to avoid trial for financial crimes, promised new revelations. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. 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. Blessed is the one who reads 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.
This is why revelation is a strength and comfort to all who are in trouble. The images in revelation have a foundation in prophetic books of the scriptures. The book of the revelation a simple overview anonymous. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. When you need some assistance in your study, the website. The book of revelation explained volume 4 foreword as i present volume 4 to the church, allow me to refer to the words of the apostle paul in 2 corinthians 11. The book of revelation made easy series series librarything.
All through the years, until now, this has happened. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Dec 31, 2009 the book of revelation remains something of a mystery to many christians, mainly because of poor teaching. Revelation 1 study of the book of chapter by chapter and verse by verse. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god.
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