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- Introduction to Revelation. In Chapter 1, John, the beloved apostle, receives a divine call. He hears the voice of Jesus Christ, commanding him to pen down what he sees and send it to the seven churches in Asia.
- Letters to the First Four Churches. In Chapter 2, Jesus speaks to John, dictating letters to be sent to four of the seven churches: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, and Thyatira.
- Letters to the Last Three Churches. Chapter 3 continues with letters to the remaining three churches: Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Sardis is warned to wake up and strengthen what remains, as they have a reputation for being alive but are dead.
- The Heavenly Throne. In Chapter 4, the narrative takes us up to heaven! John sees a door standing open in heaven and hears a voice inviting him to witness events that are about to unfold.
The Book in brief: The book of revelation starts with a warning to the seven churches scattered throughout the known world at that time; and follows a general theme, emphasizing that the ‘end of days’ is near and that the church must be prepared for the events that are to come.
Jul 2, 2004 · This book is a tremendous tool for anyone wishing to understand how different schools of interpretation approach the book of Revelation. The four parallel columns allow the reader to compare the views and hopefully identify the strengths and weaknesses of each.
- Who Wrote The Book of Revelation?
- Context and Background of Revelation
- Main Theme and Purpose of Revelation
- What Can We Learn from Revelation Today?
- Our Favorite Verses from Revelation
Unlike many books of the Bible, the author of Revelation begins by clearly identifying himself in the first verse: “The revelation from Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John” (Revelation 1:1). His identity is confirmed in three additional verses (Re...
John wrote Revelation from Patmos, his place of exile (Revelation 1:9), probably sometime during the latter years of Domitian’s reign (AD 81-96). Most scholars can at least agree on that, though some have suggested dates aligning more with Nero (AD 54-68) or Vespasian (AD 69-79). This period in the church’s history (AD 95-96) was fraught with strug...
Yet, the Book of Revelation is far more than an apocalyptic prophecy. John sees future tribulation, but he also sees the Lamb of God seated on his throne (Revelation 1:9-18). There is suffering and death in John’s vision, but there is also hope (Revelation 1:7-8). The intensity of persecution in John’s day surely led some Christians to consider giv...
Most of us have not experienced this level of persecution in our own lives, but that doesn’t mean we never will. Nor does it mean there is nothing for us to draw from this bewildering book. John’s vision is a glimpse of what’s coming, both good and bad (though not a particularly decipherable one). Christ’s admonishment of the churches is a warning ...
“When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: ‘Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last. I am the Living One; I was dead, and now look, I am alive for ever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades.’” (Revelation 1:17-18) “Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest and re...
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Mar 1, 2024 · The Book of Revelation, with its symbolic imagery and dramatic pronouncements, can feel cryptic and overwhelming. These Revelation chapter summaries aim to offer a clear and concise overview of each section, guiding you through the text's unfolding story.
Dive into the book of Revelation in the Bible. Explore key themes such as the hope of Jesus’ return, faithfulness to Jesus, and the comfort of Jesus amidst persecution with videos, podcasts, and more from BibleProject™.
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Mar 7, 2012 · The Book of Revelation, the final book of the New Testament, has some of the most dramatic and frightening language in the Bible. In her new book Revelations: Visions, Prophecy and Politics...
