The book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ. Worthy is the lamb, ray summers broadman press, 1951. Please download a pdf version of the bible study of the book of revelation here please download an ms word version of the bible study of the book of revelation here. Revelation, alan johnson expositors bible commentary, zondervan, 1981. The rapture is the hope of the new testament, just as the revelation of christ was the hope of the old testament. For the record, babylon is mentioned by name only six times in the book of revelation. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and to what is to come. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study.
Revelation unveils events between god and satan in the end and describes the glory that awaits believers who endure suffering. This bible study on the book of revelation covers the doctines of faith, revelation, satan and suffering. In this 12week study, stephen witmer helps readers understand and appreciate revelation s core message. Victory in jesus bible study of the victory of jesus in revelation. Instead of studying beforehand, participants attend the group, learn from the material and discussion, and then build on that using five daily directed bible. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible.
Before we begin our study, i am going to encourage you with the same words that i always offer. You can choose to follow the videos or the mp3 audio teaching. The book was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1. Revelation bible study book of revelation bible study lifeway. 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. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. The book of revelation provides a powerful ending for the bible. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of christ. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. However, a large portion of the book of revelation addresses the events that will unfold in the fulfillment of the babylonian prophecy. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Revelation bible study book of revelation bible study. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw.
Revelation 2020 verse by verse ministry international. Christians for christ ministries book of revelation. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. The bible was written so that average people could read the. Mar 12, 2016 explore karenwb333s board bible study. What should we look for, and how should we live between now and then. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Named for their geographical locations, the churches were. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends.
Revelation, leon morris tyndale new testament commentaries, eerdmans, 1984. 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. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. 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. More than conquerors, william hendricksen baker book house, 1971. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Jesus christ has already defeated satan, sin, and death on our behalf a truth that gives us great hope for the future. Bible study courses revelation bible study courses. 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. Daily discipleship guide csb is designed to cultivate a deeper understanding of scripture through daily bible reading. In this 14session study, you will examine the entire book of revelation, looking closely at john.
Dan is the oldest son of jacob later renamed israel and bilhah. Well study the context of the messages, what they meant for the original churches, and what they mean for us today what are the seven churches in revelation. The book of revelation 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 questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. 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 book of the revelation study introduction 5 the book of the revelation of jesus christ study introduction i. The book of revelation has been a source of both great encouragement and great confusion to christians throughout the centuries. The first dvd, the great unveiling covers chapter one of the book of revelation. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book.
The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Lessons on jesus, times and seasons, tribulation, the dragon, heaven, etc. 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. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. How does the message of the book of revelation relate to my. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. As nations arm themselves for war, we think of armageddon. 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 route by which the revelation came to john is given here. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk.
This page is an indepth bible study of the book of revelation based on the concordia commentary of revelation by dr. An understandable outline, overview, and versebyverse study of revelation. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. The apocalyptic book of revelation uses symbols and old testament references to reveal a pattern of human rebellion and gods plan to overcome evil forever and create a new world. However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a revelation or manifestation and to be revealed.
Ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, thyatira, sardis, philadelphia, and laodicea were literal churches that existed in asia minor modern turkey during the first century a. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design. In this series, i want to expand upon that theme, and show the victories revealed within revelation. The book of revelation study student bible baptist church. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1 youtube. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. I dont know about you, but i used to be scared and intimidated to read it. The rise of television programs, radio broadcasts, and books has only compounded this problem. It would be a definite help to you if you would read the passages discussed from the bible as you study, bearing in mind as you read that these sermon notes were used to teach the laymen the basic truths of the revelation. 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.
Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. This revelation bible study page and free bible study outlines and teacher guides present a uniquely balanced, scholarly, and commonsense approach to the book. A study of what the book of revelation says about our lord jesus. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. At this time, john was the leader of the church and the only remaining disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus christ who were alive, others having been persecuted and killed by the roman empire, except judas iscariot who killed himself after betraying jesus. Complete study of the book of revelation simply bible. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation.
Sometimes it was overwhelming, and sometimes i just flat did not understand it. Revelation 6 niv the seals i watched as the lamb bible. 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. Apart from the book of revelation, john has written other bible books which are.
Background information as to the setting, conditions, and purpose for the writing of the book of revelation by john the apostle. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. Louis brighton and the online commentary the book of revelation. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come.
In this 14session study, you will examine the entire book of revelation, looking. David pawson suggests ten reasons as the rationale for revelation bible study. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book. The unsaved are reading the bible without realizing it. Chuck smith study guide for revelation blue letter bible.
Many people think that the book of revelation cannot be understood. In the end, god and his people win, and evil will be forever defeated. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible by tim lahaye and timothy parker jul 15, 2014 4. The last book in the bible is probably one of the most misunderstood. The title of the book the revelation of jesus christ 1. 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. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ.
Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The revelation in this book originated with god the father who gave it to jesus christ who then showed it to the apostle john who wrote it down to show his. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Includes three senses in which the book is the revelation of jesus christ the book s title. The book of revelation bible study study of revelation chapter 8 9. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Why should every believer read the book of revelation. As evil rulers grow in power, we look for the antichrist. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. May the study of the revelation truly be as the name impliesan unveiling of the truths found in this wonderful book. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. The book of revelation is the book in the bible that is considered to be shrouded in mystery. See more ideas about bible, word of god and revelation 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. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. The book of revelation is the last book he wrote around 96 ad. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of. As the powers of darkness threaten to overwhelm us, we cry, come, lord jesus. The book of revelation closes with the bright and morning star, which is a figure of christ at his coming to take the church out of the world. Top 10 bible studies on revelation for fall 2019 christian bible.
By the way, she is a christian, and she gets a great deal of scripture into her books. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. After the israelites left egyptian bondage, a census showed dan could field an army of 62,700 fighting men numbers 1. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. Have you ever found the idea of studying the book of revelation quite daunting.
The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse into. In addition, there are over 30 beautiful illustrations by pat marvenko smith, which will help the viewer to better visualize the symbolism. On this page i will answer questions that students have frequently asked in my three decades of teaching revelation. His tribe was one of israels largest and most important groups. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Throughout this program gary covers popular views of premillennialism.
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. The book of revelation is both one of the most read books of the bible and one of the most misunderstood books of the bible. Looks at the songs of revelation 4 and 5, and their revealing descriptions of jesus the lamb. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of nonsense to a masterpiece.
In every age people have felt certain that the book of revelation described events in their time. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study. The verses in revelation that lack a reference to the israelite tribe of dan are found in chapter seven verses four to eight. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Seven churches of revelation bible study david jeremiah blog. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. This study will fortify believers who are pressured to deny their faith and help them stand firm through gods word. An introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1. An introduction and commentary, homer hailey baker, 1979.