Revelation uses many signs, or symbols, that are not to be understood literally. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. The one who is victorious will, like them, be dressed in white. To the church in ephesus to the angel of the church in ephesus write. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it.
Part 3 20190201 in fic features, forward in christ by sarah proeber comfort in t he m idst o f c onflict. Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. The book of revelation explained volume 3 p reface you will noti ce th at the b ook of reve lation e xplained, volume 3, begins with chapter 8, not chapter 1, and ends at the conclusion of chapter 11. Revelation 3 is the third chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. The date of the book in its present form is probably near the end of the reign of domitian a. A good example of how we should take this warning seriously is the life of a man named charles templeton. The epistle to the church of laodicea, revelation 3. A study of the book of revelation, 3, things that are on. Clearly, the promises to the overcomers are rewards for obedience to the commands of the lord of the church. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue.
I like the treatment of this verse that is found in the second edition of the book grace in eclipse by ges board member zane hodges. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked people, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. Many verses in revelation apply to life today, whether we are living in the midst of one of the. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate.
Jehovah the true god in the heavens and creator of all things. In revelation, john introduced themes that run throughout the book. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Messenger this series was fantastic and full of magic and excitement. What is the tribulation period in the book of revelation all about. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The seven spirits, of god see the note on revelation 1. Dec 17, 2019 the book of revelation is unique, in that it describes a series of visions that may or may be taken literally.
I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. A study of the book of revelation, 3, things that are on earth the fabled letters to the seven churches turn out to be are you ready for this letters to the seven churches. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. Three angels broadcasting network 3abn recommended for you 58. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The revelation of john, a servant of god, which was given unto him of jesus christ in the bible appendix. The revelation of john, a servant of god, which was given unto him of jesus christ in the bible appendix gerald n.
Revelation s battle of armageddon and the seven last plagues revelations ancient discoveries duration. In revelation chapter 3, we continued with the last 3 of the 7 churches. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Angels appear over 70 times in revelation and play an instrumental role in this prophetic text. Feel free to answer using the bible but strive to answer all questions without needing a reference. Revelation 3 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this work deals with the final book of the new testament and bible. Revelation chapter 3 kjv king james version behold i stand at the door and knock if any man hear my voice th word, and open the door understanding i will come into him and sup communion with him and he with me.
Revelation 3 niv bible to the angelof the church in. Revelation gives a warning about the day of wrath 6. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. 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. 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. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all.
These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. Feb 24, 2014 9 videos play all book of revelation 2002 david pawson official taking control of our thoughts dr. He, who has an ear, let him hear what the spirit says to the churches. This is to corre spond with the chapters in the revelation. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. 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.
Revelation 3, new king james version nkjv the bible app. I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead sardis. Key to understanding commentaries on revelations is knowing the position of the commentator. Revelation 3, king james version kjv the bible app. However literal the prophecies may or may not be, the point is clear. 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. Gemstone definitions are inherently vague, so descriptions from bible versions other than nkjv may vary. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
In fact, if the promises of revelation 2 and 3 are not restrictive, then we have what appears to be a contradiction between luke 19. The book of revelation is unique, in that it describes a series of visions that may or may be taken literally. The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. Jan 02, 2019 what is the tribulation period in the book of revelation all about.
The epistle to the church of philadelphia, revelation 3. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The book of life is first described in revelation 3. This is the solemn pronouncement of the one who has a firm grasp on the seven stars in his right hand the one who walks among the seven golden lampstands. All the answers are straight from the scripture in that chapter, no tricks. The principal divisions of the book of revelation are the following. Revelation 3 and to the angel of the church in sardis. This quiz is based on revelation chapter 4 new king james version nkjv, the throne room of heaven. Many major entities and symbols in the book of revelation are introduced earlier in the bible.
Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 3. This verse appears in the letter to the church in sardis, and jesus says that if they overcome, they will be clothed in white garments and will not be blotted out of the book of life. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. Thou hast a name that thou livest ye have the reputation of christians, and.
I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my father and his angels. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Many believe there is a difference in the new testament between entrance into heaven and being an heir of the kingdom cf. But these churches were chosen because they represent every church that has ever existed. In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 3. Revelation 1 describes a vision of the lord jesus christ, unveiling aspects of the saviors power and eternal mission, including the reassuring truth that the lord labors among and with his faithful servants. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. The few who have remained pure and faithful will share christs victory and will be inscribed in the book of life rev 3. Revelation chapter 3 explained book of revelation each. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. These things saith he that hath the seven spirits of god, and the seven stars. 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. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text.
These are the words of him who holds the seven spiritsof god and the seven stars. He who overcomes shall thus be clothed in 1 white garments. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. 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.
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