This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. During roman persecution john exiled to the isle of patmos for his faith, was sent an angel with gods commission to record the word of god, and the testimony of jesus christ, and of all things he saw revelation 1. Revelation 1 commentary john gills exposition of the bible. The message of revelation is as relevant today as ever before, as our world seems to be descending into chaos. John was commanded to write to the seven bishops of the churches in asia. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill.
Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. The book of the revelation pastor david legge 4 reign of righteousness. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. Is this the same john who wrote the gospel account and three letters. The revelation of saint john the apostle geneva bible 1599. God gave him this revelation in order to show his servants what must happen very soon. Its important for us to know about the events that will. So this book is a revelation of jesus christ, not in the sense that matthew, mark, luke and john revealed him, but rather than the humiliated christ, we have. There are many versions of the holy bible available now. In the end, god and his people win, and evil will be forever defeated. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. It is the revelation of jesus christ to show his servants revelation 1.
Where were the seven churches to whom the message was addressed. An o verview of the key events and bible people found in revelation together with the famous bible stories and brief summary of the book of revelation from the bible. Revelation 1 2 he declareth what kind of doctrine is here handled, 8 even his that is the beginning and ending. 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, after one reads and understand the book of revelation, he too will close the book and invite the sinner to, come, and receive, jesus christ as you savior. Andy is the senior pastor of sugar land bible church. Write a running verse by verse commentary of a chapter of your choice of the book of revelation should be at least 3 pages 3.
The final book of the holy scriptures describes a dramatic, often terrifying vision by john, who may or may not have been the same john who was an apostle to jesus christ. The writer of revelation identifies himself as john. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews.
From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. God is showing the past, present, and the unfolding of future history. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. King james version of holy bible kjv bible in pdf format is given here in this article click on the link right above as a free download for all our readers. 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. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Librivox recording of the book of revelation, king james version. John was given visions of things to come covered in chapters 4 thru 22 of the book of revelation. The bible book of revelation with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study.
Written by the apostle john as a record of a series of visions given to him by jesus christ, this apocalyptic. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. The book of revelation explained volume 1 gospel trumpeter. The story of rebellion and terrible loss but more than this, it is the story of a most precious gifta. 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. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Revelation bible book with full chapters new king james version. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. The book of revelation kjv audio bible full by alexander.
Before reading the book, look over the following questions and then answer the questions as you read. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. It is most important to understand that the book of revelation does not list the scenes and events in the same order in which they will actually occur. January 2004 the text of the king james version kjv of the holy bible also called the authorized version av by some is in the public domain. All christians from all time will reign physically on earth with jesus. Revelation 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john.
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. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by. The throne, the lamb and the sealed book this article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by. In the first, second, and third chapters of this book are contained instructions and admonitions which st. On a piece of scratch paper, jot down the main thoughts of each chapterthe plain thoughtsthat which is obvious at first reading. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. Vocal performance by max mclean audiobook download our price. 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.
Introduction to revelation read the whole book of revelation at least once or more. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. Read revelation 4 kjv along with a helpful commentary. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. The patriarch job portrayed this truth as well when he penned the words of elihu, the only comforter to whom god laid no. Outline for this study of the book of revelation pages 1, 2, and top of page 3. What should we look for, and how should we live between now and then. If anyone adds anything to them, god will add to that person the plagues described in this scroll. Christ made these things known to his servant john by sending his angel to him, 2 and john has told all that he has seen. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. Dear church family, for many, the most difficult book of the bible to understand is the final book of the new testament, the book of revelation.
This is his report concerning the message from god and the truth revealed by jesus christ. Pdf the king james holy bible golden plains baptist church. The climactic battle between good and evilthe final book of the bible has challenged, inspired, and astonished readers for nearly 2000 years. In the face of apparently insuperable evil, either from within or from without, all christians are called to trust in jesus promise, behold, i am with you always, until the end of the age mt 28. This book is gods open letter to us and contains critical information about our future. Symbols in the book of revelation a virtuous woman. 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. The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. Relates to the things which are, that is, the then present state of the church, and contains the epistle of john to the seven churches, and his account of the appearance of the lord jesus, and his direction to the apostle to write what he beheld, ch. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a.
He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Note the following keys to the book key word overcome nikao victory or conquer 2. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. A study outline of revelation the church of christ in. Was john on the island of patmos when he wrote the book of revelation.
Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Outline for this study of the book of revelationpages 1, 2, and top of page 3. Axmtyklsjo190qw axmtyklsjo190qw news connect global cookie sync. Is what is written in the book of truth or book of life, as it is called in the. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2. The book of revelation provides a powerful ending for the bible.
Revelation 422, reveals the future end time events that extend into the future unto eternity and establishes this as the end of gods revelation to man. 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. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. Revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. However, even though the book of revelation is written in symbols, the bible explains itself in a literal language. Click on king james bible kjv bible pdf to download the holy bible as pdf. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all.
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