Wilsons charts cover a range of historical, literary, rhetorical, and interpretive issues that will guide the careful student in making more viable interpretations of this difficult yet enriching book. Catholic commentary on sacred scripture includes bibliographical references and index. Revelation 4 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Then she is shown the victory of christ, and the eternal defeat of the powers. And before the throne there was a sea of glass like unto crystal. The hope for the church doesnt lie in a better world but in the victory of the. They were dressed in white and had crowns of gold on their heads. This book was a reminder that encouraged them to remain faithful. 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. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 4. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. But he didnt specifically identify himself as john the apostle.
Another scene shows the fate of those who had lost their lives for the testimony of jesus. No one in heaven or on the earth or under the earth was found worthy to open the book 5. 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. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. Your guide to understanding the end times through the eyes of the hebrew prophets by rabbi k. Continuing his vision of heaven, john saw twentyfour elders seated on twentyfour thrones. To the son, who appears in a symbolic form, the book is given amid the praises of elders and living creatures. Mighty god, thank you for being with us through every storm in our lives. Revelation 5, new living translation nlt the bible app. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to courses on the book of revelation in both the church and the academy. It is noteworthy that the two greatest prophets of the old testament, those who had the clearest visions of the reign of christ, were permitted to behold a similar scene as a preparation for their revelations ezekiel ezek. Many authors present the events described in the book of revelation outside the context of.
As one of the elders points out to a weeping john, only the lion that is from the tribe of judah, the root of david, has overcome so as to open the book and its seven. If anyone adds anything to them, god will add to that person the plagues described in this scroll. The transition to the fourth chapter of the book of revelation. You are worthy to take the scroll, and to open its seals. 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.
Following what many believe is gods own inspired outline of the. In the new testament this is virtually a technical term for officers and leaders in the church of jesus christ. 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. For the bulk of its sixtysix books, the bible portrays a world deep in. Open the pages of the bibles prophetic end time missives to discover gods message for you. We see in exodus 19 and 20 a type and shadow of what we see in revelation 4 and 5, and throughout the book. Ultimately, the bookand the worldend in a final victory for truth and goodness and beauty. Then in chapter 5 the victory of christ, the wounds of christ, and the spirit of christ. The 7 blessings of revelation living in the age of signs. The expression implies that they did so at the same instant, and that they both did this frequently.
Mar 19, 2019 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. Surrounding the throne were twentyfour other thrones, and seated on them were twentyfour elders. That is, if youd like, the message of the book of revelation in a nutshell. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. At this point in revelation there begin the visions, in which are shown, under figures, the forces by which the life of the church is affected. Revelation 1 the introduction of revelation 11 greetings to the seven churches the things that john saw 16.
And around the throne, on each side of the throne, are four living creatures, full of. In the fifth chapter, we see jesus christ, the lamb, who has made salvation possible revelation 5. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Overcoming the antichrist spirit is written for those of us who believe in the power of god to fashion our lives contrary to. As mysterious as the book of revelation appears, it can be understood and taught with success. Introduction and structure of the book of revelation the purpose of the book of revelation 4 the book of revelation is a prophetic book 4 structure of the book of revelation 7 chapter 1. Oct 20, 2019 pastor wilson delivered the sunday morning sermon titled.
Pastor wilson delivered the sunday morning sermon titled. As the text tells us, the grand theme of this final book of the bible is nothing less than the ultimate victory of god and his church over satan and all his allies. Worship in heaven then as i looked, i saw a door standing open in heaven, and the same voice i had heard before spoke to me like a trumpet blast. The purpose of the book of revelation 4 the book of revelation is a prophetic book 4 structure of the book of revelation 7. Three angels broadcasting network 3abn 2,344,462 views 58. The phrase after this meta tauta in ancient greek in revelation 1. And in the center and around the throne, four living creatures. Chapter 4 transports the reader to the things which shall take place after these. In other words, the area or platform on which the thrones sit, are all considered part of the throne of god. Look, the lion of the tribe of judah, the heir to davids throne, has won the victory.
She is shown god and the lamb, the devil, the beast, the false prophet, and the apostate city. In the number, there seems to be an allusion to that of the. He is the key to the book of revelation and safeguards the destiny of the church. Around the throne were twentyfour thrones, and seated on the thrones were twentyfour elders, clothed in white garments, with. The heavenly prelude to the tribulation revelation 4. Therefore, revelation 4 and 5 give an expanded view of what daniel say in his vision of daniel 7.
He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Revelation 46 new living translation nlt worship in heaven. And they lay their crowns before the throne and say, 11 you are worthy, o lord our god. The voice said, come up here, and i will show you what must happen after this. Around the throne were twentyfour thrones, and on the thrones sat twentyfour elders dressed in white clothes, with golden crowns on their heads. In these lessons, wright refers to the book revelation for everyone. The 24 elders probably represent the complete believing communities of both the ot and nt. He is worthy to open the scroll and its seven seals. He did mention that he faithfully served jesus, and that he had suffered for the kingdom of god. Studies in the book of revelation study guide 1 an outline of the book. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. It is important that the book of revelation not be skipped because johns work gives added details on three important subjects. In the center and around the throne were four living beings, each covered with eyes, front and back.
So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. Were living in a time that is distinctively different. As the lamb takes the book, the living ones and the elders in adoration and praise raise the anthem, worthy is the lamb that was slain. Introduction the book of revelation begins by introducing the victory we have in christ, the ruler of the kings of the earth. Chapter 4 transports the reader to the things which shall take place after these things i. Its title is derived from the first word of the text, written in koine greek. The worship of the one on the throne, revelation 4. Christian library studies in the book of revelation. Revelation 4, new living translation nlt the bible app. I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this scroll.
The song of the victory 177 the temple in heaven opened 178. To this end, in the books fourth chapter, god is picture figuratively as sitting on the throne of the universe revelation 4. The mac arthur study guide series provides a twelve week, versebyverse examination of the books of the new testament. The book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament, and therefore also the final book of the christian bible. Revelation is the only book in the bible that motivates its readers by promising a blessing to those who read and obey itand a curse to those who tamper with it. Each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around, even under his wings. In the section that follows, the apostle john points to the series of events that will occur sometime after the rapture as they are described in chapters 622. This revised and updated series continues to be one of the.
Revelation 4 commentary the expositors bible commentary. The author of the book of revelation identified himself by the relatively common name john. There are a number of good latterday saint commentaries that the teacher will find helpful. The divine throne and the sealed book, revelation 4. The victory that overcomes the world is our faith 1 john 5. The one sitting on the throne was as brilliant as gemstoneslike. Revelation 45 nlt worship in heaven then as i looked, i. Subtitled the lamb wins christs final victory, this study takes us beyond the sometimesconfusing symbolism of revelation to the apocalyptic truth beyond. The book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to. And there were seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven spirits of god see commentary on rev 1. Written by the apostle john, revelation was a letter to churches in asia minor who were feeling the overwhelming effects of persecution from all sides.
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