Ministry of the son of man ministering atonement being a servant types ransom unselfishness giving, of oneself servants. Revelation 10 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Feb 26, 2020 the book of psalms kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 19 duration. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. They have his name and his fathers name written on their foreheads v. Much has been written on the question who was the author of this book. Revelation kjv commentary 1 and i stood upon the sand of the sea, and saw a beast rise up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, and upon his horns ten crowns, and upon his heads the name of blasphemy. The book of revelation explained by pastor allen nolan is a teaching series on how to unravel the mysteries of the book of the revelation. Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation, practically sealing the revelation of jesus christ. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness.
The saints stand with their lord, the lamb, on mount zion, and just as of old a voice came from heaven bearing witness to christ, so round the abode of the saints heavenly voices are heard, full of majesty, terribleness, and sweetness, as though the sounds of sea and thunder blended with the music of heavenly harps. The turmoil of conflict is over, and the people of god, 144,000 strong, now stand triumphantly with the lamb on mount zion. There were more prophecies of the coming messiah in isaiah than any other book, except psalms. Redemption the revelation series book 3 kindle edition by. The story line of salvation which begins in genesis 3 is not completed until revelation chapters 21 and 22, where the eternal kingdom of redeemed believers is gloriously pictured. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads. The revelation is the only book in the nt mentioning john as author. Apparently, the idea is that the ones in chapter 7 are physical israelites that are the seed of physical government for the millennium, and the 144,000 in chapter 14 are the bride, the firstfruits, the elect of god. Renunciation values sin, gods remedy for many seeking salvation atonement, in nt substitution the effect.
Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible.
Revelation chapter 4 explained book of revelation each. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. Some contend that there are two groups of 144,000, one in revelation 14, the other in chapter 7. And many religious people believe that the book of revelation offers no help anyway, because it cannot be understood. The book of psalms kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 19 duration. Revelation and redemption first evangelical free church. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. In any choir or congregation, it is easy to tell when someone is singing offkey. The end time in the book of revelation united church of god. The book of revelation closes its awful description of the judgments which are coming upon the earth by inviting to the sinner, come to christ, and, after one reads and understand the book of revelation, he too will close the book and invite the sinner to, come, and receive, jesus christ as you savior. Revelation 14 commentary the reward of the 144,000. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.
As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. Jesus paid the price for our release from sin and its punishment matthew 20. In revelation 2122 redemption is fully realized as this communion occurs between humanity and god. These are they which follow the lamb whithersoever he goeth. Revelation 14 commentary the redeemed of the earth. Revelation 10 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Greetings from john the writer, and from jesus christ in heaven, vv.
The book of isaiah contains 66 chapters divided into 39, and 27 the same way the old and new testament is divided. In the prologue of this book, john admonishes the reader to hold fast to christ because the events flowing out of these visions are imminent and the consummation of redemption is near. According to the jewishchristian scriptures, it was on the jewish passover holiday in order for jesus christ to fulfill all that was written in the torah law. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1.
The influence of genesis in scripture is demonstrated by its being quoted over 35 times in the new testament and hundreds of allusions appearing in both testaments. Many bibles have a short introduction before each book, and a study bible or commentary will offer even more info. A wild beast rises out of the sea, to whom the dragon gives his power. Revelation makes it clear that the material world will be restored completely, and gods people will live in a new world based on love, justice, and peace. The lamb represents jesus, the lamb of god, who was slain for our sins. The book of revelation king james version audiobook by. 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. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a wonderful book in which we find the completion of gods ways up to eternal glory. The last book of the bible portrays gods total redemption. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The redeemed of the earth sweet is the melody, so hard to come by, according to songwriter iris dement. The final book of the bible is, therefore, a fitting end to the story of the fall with its triumphant declaration of full redemption.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. In fact, as we will discuss next week, bh, it is the perspective that living a dream is exile which allows one to climb the spiritual ladder to higher levels of revelation. 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. Summary in the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. In fact, scripture is quite clear that redemption is only possible through his blood, that is, by his death colossians 1. The person of jesus christ christ in glory, chapter 1 a. This presents a lost opportunity for true christian happiness. In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace. May 16, 2018 what do the four beasts of revelation represent. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century confirm that the apostle john is the author. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. Revelation chapter 14 explained book of revelation each.
Redemption is the third fulllength book within the series, which is meant to be read in release order. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Few of us can write music, and some myself included have trouble even carrying a tune. Jan 02, 2020 related to the christian concept of redemption is the word ransom. The book of revelation explained by pastor allen nolan is a.
The book of revelation itself identifies the seven spirits as equivalent to the lambs seven eyes, which are. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. Theology of redemption from the book of revelation. Nov 18, 2012 in this section, the theme of redemption will be traced through the book of revelation. Jun 07, 2002 but one persons redemption becomes anothers enslavement if the latter was living in exile as if already redeemed. The bible is an excellent source of guidance for seeking and understanding redemption. To enter into an extended investigation of this would greatly exceed the limits which i have, and would not comport with my design in these notes. Heaven will come down to earth, and the power of sin will finally be overcome.
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