She was giving birth to a child and cried out in the pain of childbirth. Its main theme, or central focus, is the return of jesus christ. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. Is it a chart of the whole of history from christs first coming to his second. The message of revelation was intended for this particular time and set of circumstances. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. And so it is with this bible code and how it was fulfilled.
As we were riding home in the car on yesterday, my grandson and grand daughter decided to spend the. 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. Youll grasp the meaning of each verse, youll understand every important symbol, and youll get the big picture of all that god has. But the main point that i make in my writings is that true bible codes borrow their imagery chiefly from the book of revelation, and in the book of revelation, everything has an opposite corresponding parallel. We continue with our study of the seven messages to the churches of asia in revelation chapters 2 and 3. More connections occura flowing river, a tree of life, the presence of cosmic light, and morein both the first three and the last three chapters of the bible. He is not rowing his boat ashore but he is fighting against the great red dragon. In revelation chapter 12, john sees a vision of a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars revelation 12. The bible is comprised of many books and written by various authors over centuries, but as gods word it is a unified revelation unveiling a single message. The believers bible commentary notes this about revelation 12. Does it describe in veiled language events of its writers own day, or is it largely a prophecy of events still to come. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. The book of revelation is addressed to believers, his servants, of the churches in seven cities of the roman province of asia. Understanding the book of revelation prophecy and truth.
She was pregnant and cried out in pain as she was about to give birth. The woman of the apocalypse is a figure described in chapter 12 of the book of revelation. There are three different reactions because of satans dismissal from heaven. Revelation 12 the message msg the woman, her son, and the dragon. The woman was given wings of a great eagle to fly to a place in the desert to be kept in safety and comfort for a time and times and half a time, safe and sound from the serpent. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Just like in these few chapters of revelation where figures and symbols are cited, in the other parts of the rest of the scriptures there are also numerous items that warrant deeper study for which time is the. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of. Such is dangerous as the book itself sets forth many symbols with their meaning. Lesson 8 revelations most thrilling message the book of revelation is one of the most important books in the entire bible. In his commentary on the message of revelation, michael wilcock maintains that when gods words, declarations, arguments and reasonings had all been spoken, god gave the church a gorgeous picture book. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Many people think that it is a chronological record of events from start to finish and that the entirety of revelation is prophecy.
And this is what we have in the crossway bible study series knowing the bible. I heard a loud voice behind me, trumpetclear and piercing. 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. Reagan highlighting the ministrys outreach, special projects, missions and needs. Revelation 16 the message msg pouring out the seven disasters.
It is crucial to understand what the bible s overall message is to interpret it properly and rightly apply it to our lives. Revelation the message audio bible audio only please like my facebook page. Those people versed in the methods of scholarly interpretation exegesis may understand the symbolism of this work. The dragon is ready to devour the child as soon as he is bornfulfilled in the attempt of herod the great, vassal of rome, to destroy the newborn king of the jews. The last book of the bible, revelation, is also sometimes called the apocalypse. In a few minutes i will share with you a message about what is the meaning of revelation 22. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. In order to understand the time line of events in revelation, it is important to understand how the book of revelation is structured. This date coincided with the autumnal equinox and the end of the catholic september ember days. Victory in jesus bible study of the victory of jesus in revelation. Chapter 12 of the book of revelation also opens with the symbol of a woman. The message of revelation bible speaks today wilcock, michael on. Loathsome, stinking sores erupted on all who had taken the mark of the beast and worshiped its image. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in unfamiliar and extravagant symbolism, which at best appears unusual to the modern reader.
Dec 07, 2016 revelation the message audio bible audio only please like my facebook page. Satan is filled with fury because he knows his time is short. Revelation 12 niv bible a great sign appeared in heaven. A message for the first century many try to take the message of revelation literally and thereby develop many fanciful doctrines. We also learn in these chapters that god restored the gospel of jesus christ to the earth in order to help his children withstand and overcome these tribulations. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The dragon and his angels fought back, but were no match for michael. This word means disclosure or revelation and conveys the idea of laying bare or uncovering. Before i do, let me recap an event which happened on yesterday. The message of revelation is as relevant today as ever before, as our world seems to be descending into chaos. Christians familiar with the older apocalyptic writings would understand the book s symbolism, for practically everything john said to his contemporaries was said before to. An introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. The book of revelation is one of the most important books in the entire bible.
Dec 14, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. What the bible narrates from genesis to revelation is too overwhelming to comprehend. In the study of any book of the bible or any topic of scripture, a certain amount of ground work is needed for understanding, orientation, and motivation. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. Perhaps no book in the history of the world has been as misunderstood and misappropriated as the book of revelation.
And no guide makes revelation more understandable than the smart guide to the bible. All the best to you from the god who is, the god who was, and the god about to arrive, and from the seven spirits assembled before his throne, and from jesus christloyal witness, firstborn from the dead, ruler of all earthly kings. In this series, i want to expand upon that theme, and show the victories revealed within revelation. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. However, johns aim is not to confuse the reader, but rather to bless them revelation 1. It seems clear the sword coming out of christs mouth is a reference to the word and is a symbol of its truth, penetrating power and authority, severity, and the fact that christ judges men. Revelation 12 revelation chapter 12 is a chapter to skips from time period to time period and if you are not reading it with spiritual understanding, it is very easy for you to get lost.
Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. It had seven heads and ten horns, a crown on each of the seven heads. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. With each letter is a gift of either a copy of our bimonthly magazine or a special bible prophecy resource like a booklet or dvd program. The book of revelation is a vision from jesus christ, given to him by god the. The prophet daniel was told, michael is the great prince who stands for your people israel, daniel 12. This theory, promoted by some christians and christian news organizations, proposed that a literal fulfillment of the prophecy made in the book. He lifts the curtain on revelation s drama in eight scenes, helping our imaginations as well as our minds grasp the key concepts of this fascinating and enigmatic new testament book. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. Frontispiece, book of revelation, bible of san paolo fuori le mura, 9th century. The global message of revelation the last book of the bible explodes with a cosmic celebration of the triumph of gods global purposes in the world. The story and message of the bible the gospel coalition.
This triumph takes place amid much suffering, suffering that is intensified as the final end draws near. 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 book of revelation is gods message to all who are concerned about the future. Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture.
So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. Kim in reply on revelation 12 the only true god is the god in the bible, the kjv the god who created the heavens and the earth. The message of the book of revelation by charles t. Here, in a 12week format, are carefully wrought studies that will ignite the mind and the heart. Note the similarity between this description and the description that joseph gave of his father jacob israel and his. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. To those churches, revelation provided a message of hope. Welcome to today we have taken a study in revelation 12 and this is a very edifying chapter as it would be in the bible. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. It had seven heads and ten horns, a crown on each of the. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by. Those churches were in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira, sardis, philadephia, and laodicea. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages.
First, the dragon pursues the woman about to give birth, but her son is saved and caught up to god and his throne rev 12. Revelation 12 is the twelfth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. An apocalyptic letter, it relies on visions, symbols, and old testament references to reveal the ultimate fulfillment of gods promise given to abraham in genesis. They were cleared out of heaven, not a sign of them left. It is the revelation of jesus christ to show his servants revelation 1. The last book of the bible explodes with a cosmic celebration of the triumph of gods global purposes in the world. Many major entities and symbols in the book of revelation are introduced earlier in the bible. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. The commentary of the new american bible the official roman catholic bible for america states that the woman adorned with the sun, the moon. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. The one with seven stars in his rightfist grip, striding through the golden sevenlights circle, speaks. The revelation of christ revelation 15 seven churches third message, pergamos.
Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. She dealt deftly with the vengeful aspects of johns message. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. This book is gods open letter to us and contains critical information about our future. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. Who are the woman, child and dragon in revelation 12. Only those whose names are written in the lambs book of life will get in. It is our business this morning to try to interpret these and to understand what john was shown in this vision. Seven trumpets are sounded seen in chapters 8, 9, and 12. The book of revelation can be daunting and confusing to read, with its vivid imagery and sounds. Revelation uses many signs, or symbols, that are not to be understood literallyrevelation 1. The revelation 12 sign prophecy is an apocalyptic belief that an astronomical alignment on september 23, 2017 fulfilled the first two verses of revelation 12. The book is also written to all believers everywhere. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation.