The second coming in the book of revelation george r. In vs 2b,3, the author gives five unique characteristics of jesus which set him infinitely above any old testament prophet. This weeks lesson, well look at jesus in the book of revelation. Any focus on last day events must keep jesus front and center of necessity, which is exactly what the book of revelation does. Finding jesus in the book of revelation, by steve case. It shows us the things jesus did for his people and the things he will do for us in the last days. Every other time the book refers to itself, it is as a prophecy v. Doug batchelor jesus and the book of revelation youtube. This is part 18 of a chapterbychapter bible study series in the book of revelation. This week, we will look at jesus in the book of revelation.
He is a glorious savior, and we need him to be both harshly just with sinners, and we need him to be tenderly merciful toward those who repent. Unlike, say, the gospel of mark, where jesus is portrayed as pretty human and separate from god. The book begins, the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. This weeks lesson looks at jesus in the book of revelation. Of necessity, any focus on lastday events must keep jesus front and center, exactly what the book of revelation does. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ.
After clicking register, you will receive an email with a link to verify your account and to complete your registration. The thing that is important to understand is that everything is based upon the word of god and the truth. His enemies tried to kill john, but did not succeed, and he was then exiled to the isle of patmos, in the. It discloses the full character and identity of jesus of nazareth by lifting the veil. We ought to be transformed by what we read, to become more faithful servants of christ. Any study about the last days must put jesus at the center. Meeting jesus in the book of revelation mike tucker on. 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. He authored numerous books on theology and biblical prophecy, includingthe revelation of jesus christ, jesus. Lucifer was angry and rebelled against heavenly father revelation 12. When we think about revelation, we may visualize all kinds of monsters.
The reason the revelation given through jesus is better than that given through the prophets is that jesus is superior to them. So i decided to make a special study of revelation. Revelation 1 commentary grace and peace, glory and power. This son of man is in the midst of seven lampstands, has seven stars in his right hand, white hair, and a sharp twoedged sword coming out of his mouth rev.
In this sermon series, we are highlighting five pictures of jesus in the book of revelation. Marilyns series on seeing jesus in every book of the bible concludes with this powerful teaching on revelation. Is the jesus in revelation the same as the jesus in the. Jesus blesses those who obey the book of revelation. Print out this handy list of the 36 names and titles of jesus found in the book of revelation.
The revelation of jesus christ walnut street church of. Jesus and the book of revelation preparation for the end. The messages to the seven churches of revelation 2 and 3 offer an interesting collection of names for jesus christ. The revelation of jesus christ which god gave him to show to his servants. Jesus and the book of revelation sabbath school lesson 3. The book of revelation is often frightening and confusing to its readers.
Returning the book of revelation to its historical context st. Finding jesus in the book of revelation by steve case. Revelation of jesus, a ebook by david lackey rakuten kobo. The testimony of jesus in the book of revelation by william d. Names of jesus in the book of revelation a virtuous woman. Lets dive into our study of the bible and learn more. Getting a revelation of jesus in the book of revelation. So i suppose a good place to start in our study of the book of revelation and jesus is the very beginning, revelation 1. The complete title of the book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ. This audio sermon and transcript is entitled the return of jesus christ, and is from the ministry of david legge, a christian preacher and bible teacher from belfast, northern ireland. The revelation of jesus christ is a book of prophecy on the end times and comprises the final book of the new testament and of the bible. Any focus on lastday events must keep jesus front and center out of necessity, which is exactly what the book of revelation does. He has authored several books, including journal of a lonely god.
The concluding book of the new testament begins in the following fashion. Because we translate from the oldest extant documents, we intend to offer a more accurate. The genitive frequently is expressed in english by the preposition of, as in this textthus, of jesus christ. One of the intriguing questions discussed by scholars is the phrase of jesus christ iesou christou genitive case. Near the books end it adds, seal not the sayings of the prophecy of this book. This devotional study of revelation will help you rid yourself of your fear of the end of time and the uncertainty so many have experienced as they read the last book of the bible. Sep 3, 2015 the book of revelation is full of names for jesus that help describe who he is. Pictures of jesus in the book of revelation part 1 jesus. The first two chapters of finding jesus in the book of revelation explain a new way of reading the book of revelation, but its actually as old as johns original writing. The book of revelation pulls back the curtain to reveal the secrets of the past, present, and future, but nearly two tho. Revelation 10 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. Apr 06, 2009 jesus is presented in revelation as the christ who died for us, loves us, covers our sin, provides our robes made white by washing them in red blood. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Orley berg doesnt think the book of revelation is an incomprehensible mystery.
The word revelation never occurs again in the book that has come to bear that name. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 10 and more. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show. Harpur is apparently quoting the king james version of revelation. After reading this book, you will see in revelation a masterpiece of gods great love. The next european meeting will be held in italy, in turin. Names or titles of jesus in the book of revelation jesus christ revelation1.
Part of an email bible study on the gospel of luke, helping contemporary christians. John records that he wept much because no one was found worthy either to open and read or even to look upon the book. Read revelation of jesus, a by david lackey available from rakuten kobo. The remaining chapters take each of the seven sections of revelation, presenting a basic commentary for personal study. What the bible says about revelation of jesus christ. The first place we see jesus in the book of revelation, he is referred to as one like the son of man rev. Implications regarding jesus christ jesuss words are faithful and true. Jesus is presented in revelation as the christ who died for us, loves us, covers our sin, provides our robes made white by washing them in red blood.
In the books very first verse, the apostle john recorded christs words, the revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. Revelation is a book which presents the great revealing. Thomas aquinas believed in two types of individual revelation from god, general revelation and special revelation. Sep 10, 20 marilyns series on seeing jesus in every book of the bible concludes with this powerful teaching on revelation. Jesus is the lord, the god of the spirits of the prophets. Book of revelation understanding it, topics covered, jesus. And i saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, who is worthy to open the book, and to loose the seals thereof. New jerusalem only appears twice in the bible, at revelation 3. In highly symbolic language the type of language in which the book of revelation is written john describes what he saw when jesus appeared to him and. What is new jerusalem in the bible book of revelation. 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. While you need to know what all the strange symbols and codes in the book of revelation mean and this book will explain things clearly step by step, most of all you need to discover that jesus is the savior who died for you and me and the king who will come back to rescue us and bring us home. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text.
John sees a vision of the risen, ascended and glorified jesus christ, whom. Phil sanders 4 the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ a study of the book of revelation introduction. The full name, jesus christ, occurs in verse 5 for the third and last time in the book of revelation compare vv. This symbolic city represents a group of jesus followers, also called. Begin with revelation 1 to understand this fascinating book. Each message begins with an explanation of who the message is from and in each case different terminology is used. The first two are the presupposition of the entire book of revelation, while the third will come to full realization in johns visions as the book draws to a close. It is the revelation by jesus christ to his servant john about things which will come to pass. Revelation does not give us information just to tickle our fancy. Paul pointed out that at this time we walk by faith and not by sight but that the time would come for the faithful to go home to be with the lord and that one day all of us will appear before the judgment seat of christ. Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation, practically sealing the revelation of jesus christ.
Walvoord, longtime president of dallas theological seminary, was one of the most prominent evangelical scholars of his generation. The introductory words, the revelation of jesus christ, may have been the. Special revelation is the knowledge of god and spiritual. His academic background and extensive travel in the middle east made him unusually capable of preparing theological and eschatological studies. The purpose of this dramatic presentation of the sevensealed book was to impress upon john the importance of its contents and of the revelation contained therein. Finding jesus in the book of revelation, by steve case and daniel wysong. Names of christ in revelation revelation bible study. This versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and. Plainly, this has nothing to do with a historic jesus or any coming events on this planet. Christs identity and work are outlined by his various names in this great book.
In this online course on the book of revelation, we cover every chapter and verse. This study examines the many names of jesus christ in the book of revelation. Numerous religious groups use this book to make prophecies, to scare, and to. Barrick the bereans adult bible fellowship placerita baptist church 2011 mission statement this study of the book of revelation gives special attention to the testimony it provides concerning our. Meeting jesus in the book of revelation by mike tucker. Read revelation 10 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. The revelation of jesus christ which god gave to him to show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass which he signified by his angel unto his servant, john. Today, join kenneth and gloria copeland along with their special guest, marilyn hickey, as they find jesus in this final book of the bible.
In vs 2b,3, the author gives five unique characteristics of jesus which set. Lesson 3 page 22 of standard edition jesus and the book. Dec 06, 2001 the messages to the seven churches of revelation 2 and 3 offer an interesting collection of names for jesus christ. He was ad dressing the opening meeting of the annual national association of. When youre a pastor and your denomination tends to specialize in revelation, it is not a good idea for you to hate that book. Apr 03, 2016 while you need to know what all the strange symbols and codes in the book of revelation mean and this book will explain things clearly step by step, most of all you need to discover that jesus is the savior who died for you and me and the king who will come back to rescue us and bring us home. The descriptions of jesus christ in revelation 2 and 3. Revelation is all about jesus, about who he is, about what he has done for his people, and about what he will do for us at the end of time. In general revelation, god reveals himself through his creation, such that at least some truths about god can be learned by the empirical study of nature, physics, cosmology, etc. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka.
Revelation 1 commentary the revelation of jesus christ. Seeing jesus in every book of the bible revelation youtube. Mike holds a masters degree in counseling and has served as a pastors pastor for ministers in his denomination. A disconcerting writing, incomprehensible for many, the last book of the bible seems to be the antithesis of the. For revelation, authority does not come from a famous hero who is believed to have accurately predicted the present, but from jesus christ, whose martyrdom had. We are immediately told that this book contains the revelation of jesus christ. The book of revelation, among other things, also tells us about the end of the world. This week we consider revelation in a more favorable light. It is also likely that the rest of revelation from chapters 4 to 22 was copied seven times or more so that each of these congregations received the entire book of revelation. Picture 71, jesus the christ gospel art picture kit 240. This just means that the book sees god and jesus as being equal in divinity and awesomeness.
Numerous religious groups use this book to make prophecies, to scare, and to manipulate the naive into compliance with their agendas. Does the book of revelation have something to say to us today. In revelation, jesus also has a special saving role to play in the world as the son of god. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in this case, future events. Revelation chapters 4 and 5 are not part of the revelation of jesus christ which the god gave to him. The completed registration allows us to send order and donation receipts to the email address you provided. More than fifty years had passed since the death and resurrection of jesus and all the other original apostles had gone to be with the lord. Seventhday adventist commentaries on revelation that emphasize the kjv, endorse historicism, condemn catholicism, limit the sabbath to the seal of god, adventism as the remnant church and ellen white as the spirit of prophecy already exist.
Johns vision of the son of man is described in the scriptural revelation 1. We intend to help break the seal put by some of mankind on the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ. At the heart of this mysterious book of strange symbols and ominous forebodings is a portrait of jesus. Heavenly father called a meeting for all his spirit children.