Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. The book of revelation audio commentary the book of revelation audio commentary by rob robinson. Commentary on daniel and revelation is taken from the two corresponding volumes of the seventhday adventist bible commentary and the paging is the same as that in the commentary. Introductory matters are discussed, including the symbolic meaning. Buy a commentary on the book of revelation retitled by david pawson isbn. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been completed. This 112message series began on thursday evenings, running from september 12.
The book of revelation uses picture stories to describe future events. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. Get a free online bible study for the book of revelation with these sunday school audio lessons. He was not able to record this with a video camera, but could only use words to communicate with his readers. The book of revelation resources covenant theological. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. The two stand as the alpha and omega of the revelation of gods work on earth. Revelation 5 chapter 4 in this chapter the prophetical scene opens. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The book of revelation is perhaps, one of the most interesting studies in the bible. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Jul 17, 2018 revelation is about to be fulfilled audio version many people have requested that an audio version of the book warning. These versebyverse, exegetical video, audio and text commentaries are committed to the trustworthiness and authority of scripture view these lectures, emphasizing the intent of the original inspired authors by means of their.
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. First, people must be convinced that the potential leader is not patronizing them by merely pretending to come down to their level. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. In our study of the book of revelation, we must start out with the clear understanding that. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the introduction, overview, and hermeneutical sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. The book of revelation audio commentary by rob robinson. Obviously, having the slide presentations along with the audio is a huge plus. 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. We are a nonprofit bible study ministry dedicated to empowering people to interpret the bible for themselves.
Details of endtimes, the seven churches, the tribulation, rapture, beasts, antichrist, mark of the beast, seals, bowls, trumpets, the return of jesus christ, millennium, satan being bound, great white throne judgment, new jerusalem and more are the subject of this online bible teaching. This little book presents a new translation in the modern idiom and a commentary on the book of revelation particularly directed to the laymen. These lessons are from bobs teaching ministry through the years. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. Jun 17, 2011 the book of revelation niv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 66 duration. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Its main theme, or central focus, is the return of jesus christ. A study on the book of revelation the catholic company. A commentary on the book of th e revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture. The largest and most trusted library of over 1,900,000 free sermons from conservative christian churches and ministries worldwide. As chuck says many times in this series, the book of revelation is in code, but every code is interpreted for us somewhere in the scripture. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general.
This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. Huldrych zwingli labelled it not a book of the bible, and it was the only new testament book on which john calvin did not write a commentary. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction this commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. Like the other commentaries in the ntc, revelation is written in a way that makes it accessible to the layperson. Revelation 1, new living translation nlt the bible app. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. The book of revelation nasb audio bible non dramatized. Christians throughout history have given almost unanimous affirmation to the identity of the book s author as john the apostle, who had been exiled to the island of patmos by the authorities for preaching the gospel in asia. Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an. Niv, listeners audio bible, book of revelation, audio download. An advocate of source criticism and an expert in early christian prophecy, david aune examines the full range of secular and biblical literature in search of possible sources for the striking literary devices in revelation over three volumes and more than 1,500 pages. The revelation is set forth both as a letter and as a drama.
We can know the book of revelation speaks with clarity about the end times because of two central principles drawn from revelation 1. There is a wide range of interpretation of the book of revelation because of the nature of visions. Hahn examines the various ways that protestants and catholics understand the book of revelation, revealing how the prophecies of the book of revelation were first realized in the firstcentury transition from the old covenant to the new. Audio bible book of revelation chapter 120 youtube. Gary mcdade takes the viewer through a chapter by chapter study of the book of revelation, which is sometimes difficult to understand because of the symbols and apocalyptic literature. The book of revelation audio book one of the most extensive and indepth commentaries ever written by cecil j. Humility, or the common touch, is a great asset for anyone aspiring to public life or a position of leadership, on two conditions. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. The lens is focused on the person of jesus christ, and his destiny is imminent. Kistemakers contributions include the commentary on revelation. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god.
These words had to give them a sense of the visual and the audio elements of what he saw and heard. Revelation is taught verse by verse through the scripture in johns book of revelation. The book of revelation the new international commentary on the new testament mounce, robert h. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Audio verse by verse classroom study of the book of revelation with class camaraderie and great artwork. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Commentary on daniel and revelation adventist book center. When john writes revelation, he uses a pool of images that are familiar to him and his readers and we need to take into account what the images meant to people at the time. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by his. It is a commentary and ought to be treated as a commentary. The book of revelation is one of the most important books in the entire bible. Aune, word biblical commentary wbc, thomas nelson, 19971998, 1,869 pp. 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.
Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. This is a book that jesus gave to show his servants something. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book in its own right. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. What is surprising is that, even for many avid bible readers, this book is overlooked or neglected. The book of revelation is best understood as a sequel, the culmination of human history, which god began at creation, as recorded in the book of genesis. Each audio bible study on revelation is approximately 45 minutes in length and offers listeners an actual class study on the book of revelation. I have already listened to his learn the bible in 24hrs commentary 3 times, and i just finished my second round of his book of revelation commentary. Yet i couldnt think of many songs or hymns that i had sang recently that dwelt in the glories of revelation. Exposition of the book of revelation new testament commentary simon j. The book of revelation is the only book of the bible with a promise to the reader. Verse by verse commentary on the revelation a testimony of jesus christ by tony garland.
You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. Faithful audio commentary on the book of revelation, the. Most recent commentaries reject a single view of the book preferring to blend two views, producing a commentary which grounds revelation in the first century yet emphasizes the value of the book for every christian throughout church history even to the second coming of jesus. The book of revelation audio includes study across scripture related to the book of revelation, the second coming and end times bible prophecy. Exposition of the book of revelation mp3 series monergism. New testament audio commentaries free bible commentary. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john, 2 who faithfully reported everything he saw. The book of revelation is the only book of the bible that promises a special blessing to the reader. May 10, 2015 the literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. The book of revelation mp3 lecture series by vern poythress this course seeks to introduce the particular character of revelation, and to enable students to understand revelation so that they can apply their teaching to their own lives and in their ministry. The final book of the holy scriptures describes a dramatic, often terrifying vision by john, who may or may not have been the same john who was an apostle to jesus christ. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some.
The book of revelation audio commentary robert clifton. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. And it unfolds the plans of god for these last days. A critical edition of the scholia in apocalypsin p. The book of revelation the new international commentary on the. This book is written as an aid for pastors who want to preach through the book of revelation it might make a good gift for your pastor or your church library. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Revelation 1 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. Exposition of the book of revelation new testament. More than any other book in the bible besides the psalms of course. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. He always took the bible seriously, interpreting scripture with scripture, which is the only way anyone can possibly understand revelation.
John, apocalyptic literature the book of revelation is one of the most controversial and difficult books of the bible. Songs and hymns inspired by revelation cardiphonia. Praising god for his judgment and salvation revelation 19. The new testament commentary ntc series was begun by the late william hendriksen. This threevolume series provides one of the most clearly decisive teachings on each chapter of this book of the bible. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who bore witness to the word of god and to the testimony of jesus christ, even to all that he saw. The book of revelation mp3 lecture series monergism. This is his report of the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. After his death, simon kistemaker finished what hendriksen had left undone. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. Revelation is about to be fulfilled be made available if possible. The book of revelation audio book preaching beyond words.
We should understand the seven hymns of revelation 47 as contributors to johns spiritual experience. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Introductory matters are discussed, including the symbolic meaning of numbers like 666, objects, colors, locations, etc. Revelation 1, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. Fourpart series on how to approach the study of the book of revelation. Throughout this program gary covers popular views of premillennialism. Part one of a simple, sensible treatment of the text of the most perplexing book in the bible. Many things were repeated because of the fact that the teaching and verses were repeated in different ways but the same teaching was still there. So ive been working on this series as a way to remedy that need in my own life and worship. Macarthurs explains the book of revelation in such a manner that satisfies the readers desire for deeper understanding of end times. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. Revelation the book of revelation taught verse by verse. 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.
An introduction and commentary tyndale new testament commentary by ian paul isbn. Librivox recording of the book of revelation, king james version. Have you ever wanted clear insight in understanding the book of revelation. For further information and visuals of the throne of god, angels, cherubim, four living creatures, new jerusalem, tabernacle, temple, jesus christ and the book of revelation see other chapter downloads. I do a lot of driving for my job, so that is why i have had the opportunity to listen so many times. The book of revelation our eschatology series was taught during our midweek meetings. Revelation 4 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. Many people have very little knowledge of revelation because they have never gone through an indepth, verse by verse study of the text.
Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. A careful study of johns revelation in an attempt 1 to master the content of this document through sound exegetical methodology, 2 to place the revelation within the historical and theological contexts of john and the early church, and 3 to wrestle with some of the hermeneutical issues raised by this word of prophecy. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. A 144000 israel jewish evangelists during the tribulation as described by the apostle john in the bible at revelation chapter 14.