Contextual the contextual view holds that revelation grew out of the context of its own time and circumstances. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. As mysterious as the book of revelation appears, it can be understood and taught with success. The language and imagery is so chosen as to appeal to the maturing gospel scholar, to those who already love the lord and have some knowledge of his goodness and grace. Preterists understand the book exclusively in terms of its firstcentury setting, claiming that most of its events have already taken place historicists take it as describing the long chain of events from patmos to the end of history futurists place the book primarily in the end times idealists view it as symbolic pictures of. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. 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. This is why the authorized king james version calls revelation the revelation of saint john the divine divine was a seventeenth century word for theologian. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The book of revelation is the last book of the new testament. The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in the latter category. Uncovering the truth some time ago, i posted a lesson i had written for our churchs sunday school classes about the book of revelation.
The ten horns are commonly explained as the vassal rulers under the supremacy of rome. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. And there has been much speculation about it some of it bordering on offthewall, but some of it serious and scholarly. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Revelations isnt a book often discussed in kids church. Help kids see that the book of revelation is a special message. 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 book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple for kids. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. A commentary on the book of revelation clearly explained for everyone by shuford m. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1.
It is a little book uniquely layed out to provide a tremendous amount of information in a small space. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Scriptures pertinent to the topic are within the subject headings, and included within the body of the text are scriptures referenced to encourage study in conjunction with the holy. An apocalyptic letter, it relies on visions, symbols, and old testament references to reveal the ultimate fulfillment of gods promise given to abraham in genesis. Book of revelation overview church of jesus christ. The first three lessons are an introduction to the book of revelation covering the setting, the type of writings, and a quick tour of the themes of revelation. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible.
Applying the best available sources of commentary from a variety of scholars, donald and jay parry show that the book of revelation is meant for us to understand and that it is possible to understand it. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse into. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Because the book seems cryptic in nature, it has become a source of great controversy. 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. The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. The emphasis of this book is jesus christ, not judgments, tribulations, and persecution. Michael white on the various ways revelation has been interpreted, exploring how in each case, the difference lies in how the historical setting of revelation is understood. Dec 14, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought.
This bible story for kids presents the wonderful truth that jesus will. Interpreters of revelation normally fall into four groups. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book. Some people consider revelation to be the most difficult book in the bible. There are a number of good latterday saint commentaries that the teacher will find helpful. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. John the divine, popularly known as the book of revelation or the apocalypse apocalypse is from the greek for revelation, is the final book and the only prophetical book of the new testament in the bible. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. The next eleven lessons cover the letters to the seven churches. The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation.
We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. This book is a tremendous aid to understand bible prophecy. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. In greek, the word apocalypse means revealing or unveiling. This approach to the book does not find any specific application of the signs and symbols. Of all the books in the bible, the book of revelation is one of the most difficult to understand. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things.
Understanding the book of revelation is a timely book as we approach the twentyfirst century. How to teach your children about the end times using these 10. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st.
God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. Book of revelation is actually a christian prophecy book filled with old testamentstyle language and imagery narrating events and descriptions like the mark of the beast, the battle of armageddon, the binding of devil, the rule of the lord, the great white throne of judgment and the finally the nature of the eternal city of god. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. 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. Book of revelation overview through the prophet joseph smith, the lord has given us vital keys to understanding the book of revelation, particularly the meaning of the seven seals. Intro to revelation biblica the international bible. John sees jesus in heaven i stories of jesus i childrens bible stories holy tales bible stories duration. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature.
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. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Summary of the book this is not a comprehensive outline of the book. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. Tips for teaching kids the book of revelation explore the bible. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. This object of gods in delivering the revelation to his church should be a sufficient refutation of the popular theory that this book is unintelligible, and its varied symbols wrapped in such deep mystery that their meaning can not be evolved. I have since then received several requests that i post the other lessons i had written on this subject.
The book of revelation takes an approach to the plan of salvation that is found nowhere else in all of our inspired writings. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. John the divine, popularly known as the book of revelation or the apocalypse apocalypse is from the greek for revelation, is the final book and the only prophetical book of the new testament in the bible it contains an account of the author, named john in the text, who saw a vision describing future events at the end of the worldinvolving the final rebellion by. It sees the book as a representation of the ageold battle between good and evil and is unrelated to specific historical events.
When teaching children, explain to them that the book of revelations teaches them that heaven is a place anyone can go if they ask jesus to. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it.
Book of revelation was written to address this need. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. 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. Jeremiah places this captivity in the fourth year of jehoiakim, daniel in the third. The author endeavors to encourage the persecuted saints of his own day and, by application, the church throughout the ages.
This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The book of revelation is perhaps the most mysterious book in sacred scripture. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. How to teach the book of revelation to teens synonym. The book of revelation explained, a selfstudy aid by. It is important that the book of revelation not be skipped because johns work gives added details on three important subjects.
Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. It presents the revelation of jesus christ and things that must soon take place. Children will learn about jesus great love for them and his instructions to avoid compromise with the world. Second, his death, he washed us from our sins in his own blood 1. 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 is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. This seeming discrepancy is explained by the fact that nebuchadnezzar set out on his expedition near the close of the third year of jehoiakim, from which point daniel reckons. It does belong to a tradition of apocalyptic writing, which began in judaism in the second temple period. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by. While it is nearly impossible to teach the book of. Packed with engaging illustrations, timelines, and charts, hampsons userfriendly guide to the book of revelation demystifies confusing literary images. Since judgment day is coming, theres no better time to understand the present in light of historys finale.
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