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. On this page i will answer questions that students have frequently asked in my three decades of teaching revelation. 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. This study will fortify believers who are pressured to deny their faith and help them stand firm through gods word. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1 youtube. A well known church leader among the seven churches in asia minor.
Virtually every book of the bible will be consulted during our in depth course, leading many vbvm students to say that our revelation study is an attempt to teach the entire bible in a single course. This simple plan will take you through the book of revelation and would be great for individual or group study. Starting this week, we will start a virtual bible study. In addition, there are over 30 beautiful illustrations by pat marvenko smith, which will help the viewer to better visualize the symbolism. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Complete study of the book of revelation simply bible. You will behold the great unveiled vision of john, given 1900 years ago. Looks at the songs of revelation 4 and 5, and their revealing descriptions of jesus the lamb. Sometimes it was overwhelming, and sometimes i just flat did not understand it. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e.
John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. John identifies himself four times as the author 1. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of. This fabulous revelation reveals the past, the present, and the future. Revelation on frontline heres all kinds of informative coverage from pbs on the last and creepiest book of the bible. In the study of any book of the bible or any topic of scripture, a certain amount of ground work is. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. The first dvd, the great unveiling covers chapter one of the book of revelation. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is. In this 14session study, you will examine the entire book of revelation, looking closely at john.
The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. Background information as to the setting, conditions, and purpose for the writing of the book of revelation by john the apostle. The life lessons study series by max lucado continues to be one of the. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the niv study bible and the nkjv macarthur study bible is just a step away.
Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. 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. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. What is the best workbook to study the book of revelation. Live online bible study of revelation randy white ministries. By connecting revelation to the old testament prophecies i believe we can. Bible study courses revelation bible study courses. The book of revelation check out the full text of revelation, so you can relive all the freaky visions firsthand. The passage ray and winston mean to cite is revelation 6. Study revelation using the geneva study bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The unsaved are reading the bible without realizing it. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place.
Revelation bible study book of revelation bible study lifeway. Includes three senses in which the book is the revelation of jesus christ the book s title. Revelation devotional reading plan youversion bible. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Revelation bible study yields certain internal evidence of authorship. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. 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 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.
By the way, she is a christian, and she gets a great deal of scripture into her books. A study of what the book of revelation says about our lord jesus. Revelation bible study book of revelation bible study. I dont know about you, but i used to be scared and intimidated to read it. How does the message of the book of revelation relate to my. The last book in the bible is probably one of the most misunderstood. 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.
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. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book. This should comfort and strengthen as we study about all that has, is, and will happen in the future. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation.
This revelation bible study page and free bible study outlines and teacher guides present a uniquely balanced, scholarly, and commonsense approach to the book. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Aug 09, 2017 background information as to the setting, conditions, and purpose for the writing of the book of revelation by john the apostle. Lessons on jesus, times and seasons, tribulation, the dragon, heaven, etc. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. 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. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. 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. Christians for christ ministries book of revelation.
The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. 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. Seven churches of revelation bible study david jeremiah blog. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of christ. 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. In this 14session study, you will examine the entire book of revelation, looking. The title of the book the revelation of jesus christ 1. The book itself indicates that the author was a jew, well versed in the hebrew scriptures.
You can choose to follow the videos or the mp3 audio teaching. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. The images in revelation have a foundation in prophetic books of the scriptures. Ghostbusters actually quotes the book of revelation. 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.
If you enjoy bible study and the book of revelations you will enjoy reading revelations. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of nonsense to a masterpiece. Revelation unveils events between god and satan in the end and describes the glory that awaits believers who endure suffering. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. We should note in passing that this designation of god corresponds to the division of the book given in revelation 1. 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 book was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire.
Revelation 2020 verse by verse ministry international. However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a revelation or manifestation and to be revealed. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible by tim lahaye and timothy parker jul 15, 2014 4. An understandable outline, overview, and versebyverse study of revelation. Jul 10, 2019 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. Jesus christ and his revelation the centerpiece of gods universe. You might want to read maurice a williams new book revelations.
Throughout this program gary covers popular views of premillennialism. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. Top 10 bible studies on revelation for fall 2019 christian bible. Our current study is a versebyverse walk through the book of revelation. 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. The book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ. Chuck smith study guide for revelation blue letter bible. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study.
The nwt study bible is complete with cross references, maps, and an accurate bible dictionary. This bible study on the book of revelation covers the doctines of faith, revelation, satan and suffering. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. The rapture is the hope of the new testament, just as the revelation of christ was the hope of the old testament. What is the best workbook to study the book of revelation in. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and to what is to come.
A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. 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 questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. It aligns perfectly and illuminates magnificently the prophecies of daniel, ezekiel, isaiah, and other hebrew prophets. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Commentary and bible study on the book of revelation ebook ronald a. Have you ever found the idea of studying the book of revelation quite daunting. May the study of the revelation truly be as the name impliesan unveiling of the truths found in this wonderful book. The book of the revelation study introduction 5 the book of the revelation of jesus christ study introduction i.