It is the only book of the new testament classified as apocalyptic literature rather than didactic or historical, indicating thereby its extensive use of visions, symbols, and allegory, especially in connection with future events. We can know the book of revelation speaks with clarity about the end times because of two central principles drawn from revelation 1. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in. The book of revelation was likely written between a. Revelation paints our coming wedding in such vivid colors that we long to pursue now the loveliness that will then be fully ours 1 john 3. Revelation 3, new international version niv the bible app. At first one might assume that the hot condition mentioned at revelation 3. Revelation 3 niv bible to the angelof the church in. The book of revelation part one peacock tales john 3.
So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, i will spue thee out of my mouth. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. Christ will bring forward this book of life, and show the names of the faithful, before god, and all the angels, at the great day. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The first vial is poured out on the earth, the second on the sea, the third on the rivers and fountains. However literal the prophecies may or may not be, the point is clear. Revelation 3 and unto the angel of the church in sardis write. In this verse jesus describes the church at laodicea as lukewarm. Their material prosperity is contrasted with their spiritual poverty, the violet tunics that were the source of their wealth with the white robe of baptism, and their famous eye ointment with true spiritual. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 3. It is the final warning that the world will surely end and judgment will be.
The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate. I shall not blot that name out of the book of life, but acknowledge it in the presence of my father and his angels. 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. Although the coronavirus is not mentioned by name in the bible, the book of revelation speaks of terrifying plagues descending on earth in the end times.
Tap the title above, next to the arrow, to go to that lesson with a link back to this page. The seventh and last of the attitudes within the church, laodiceanism is the attitude that dominates the era of the end time. 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. It seems more natural to think that this attitude would be the least likely to dominate in such terrible timesthat it ought to be obvious that the return of christ is near. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. From here you can read the book of revelation, listen to audio sermons on the revelation prepared and delivered by bobby stafford or read the study lessons on the revelation of jesus christ prepared and published here by david hersey. Revelation is the thirteenth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. Only this view does justice to revelation s claim to be prophecy and interprets the book by the same grammaticalhistorical method as chapters 1 3, and the rest of scripture. Only this view does justice to revelation s claim to be prophecy and interprets the book by the same grammaticalhistorical method as chapters 1 3, and the rest of. By jack kelley monday july 23rd, 2012 about minutes to read. Revelation summons us to endure as we suffer revelation was originally addressed to christians who were suffering for their faith. These things saith he that hath the seven c spirits of god, and the seven d stars. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, 1 2 but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate.
The book of revelation has the highest divine authority and divine authorship of all the books in the new testament. And i saw what looked like a sea of glass mixed with fire and, standing beside the sea, those who had been victorious over the beast and his image and over the number of his name. The book of revelation and covid19 wake up to the truth. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. 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. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. This last group of angels had ultimate authority to. I e know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art f dead. Welcome to our online version of the king james translation of the revelation of jesus christ. John recorded his visions in the book of revelation as a message for seven communities in the roman province of asia think presentday western turkey. What is the idealist interpretation of the book of revelation.
Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. Revelation 3 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Revelation 3 is the third chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. This is a book that jesus gave to show his servants something. His unchanging faithfulness as the amen contrasts with laodiceas wavering of purpose, neither hot nor cold revelation 3. Are the angels of the churches in revelation 1 3 real angels, or are they human messengers.
Nov 06, 2016 the problem with this each church as history argument, is if the last church is lukewarm then the lord will say as in revelation 3. Jan 28, 2007 fittingly, then, he urged them to repentance. If religion is worth anything, it is worth every thing. Revelation 15 16 john the apostle speaks of seven angels with seven plagues.
Jan 02, 2020 what is the idealist interpretation of the book of revelation. The image is that of a beverage that should be either hot or cold. While it might be tempting to try and identify this virus with one of those plagues, i believe there are a couple of reasons not to. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. No part of his church has escaped the scattering of god. Revelation 3 and to the angel of the church in sardis. I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. Revelation 15 i saw in heaven another great and marvelous sign. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life.
It was customary for people in ancient times to drink hot or cold beverages at their feasts and in their religious sacrifices, but they never drank a lukewarm beverage. Many verses in revelation apply to life today, whether we are living in the midst of one of the. So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, i will spit you out of my mouth vv. If it is, then it proves the existence of this biblical god.
Chapter 3 he who overcomes will retain his name in the book of life, reach godhood, and be with jesus as he is with the father. 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. Are the angels of the churches in revelation real angels, or are they human messengers. Dec 17, 2019 the book of revelation is unique, in that it describes a series of visions that may or may be taken literally. The lord jesus is he that hath the holy spirit with all his powers, graces, and operations. This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. Revelation to john, also called book of revelation or apocalypse of john, last book of the new testament. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. These are the words of him who holds the seven spiritsof god and the seven stars. 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. 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. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1.
Unlock the niv cultural backgrounds study bible notes when you upgrade to bible gateway plus. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. The first five seals described in the book of revelation are dealt with in 11 verses see revelation 6. The parable of the workers in the vineyard session 1 david pawson divine mercy conference 2012 duration. What does it mean that jesus will come in the clouds revelation 1.
I shall not blot that name out of the book of life, but acknowledge it in the presence of my father and his angels 6 let anyone who can hear, listen to what the spirit is saying to the. So, because you are lukewarmneither hot nor coldi am. The few who have remained pure and faithful will share christs victory and will be inscribed in the book of life rev 3. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. The book of revelation asv american standard version. There may be similarities of churches through the ages. A good example of how we should take this warning seriously is the life of a man named charles templeton. The angel of laodicea has with some probability been conjectured to be archippus, to whom, thirty years previously, paul had already given a monition, as needing to be stirred up to diligence in his ministry. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. God will not abide a lukewarm christianity or a heart that is.
The book of revelation is the only book in the new testament that begins by specifically stating its source, the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to himand signified it by his angel to his servant john rev. But since you are like lukewarm water, neither hot nor cold, i will spit you out of my mouth. So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, i will spit you out of my mouth. So, is covid19 one of the seven plagues mentioned in revelation 16 17. These are the things that the amen says, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of the creation by god, revelation 3. New international version so, because you are lukewarmneither hot nor coldi am about to spit you out of my mouth. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. This entry is part of 16 in the series revelation. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. These things saith he that hath the seven spirits of god, and the seven stars. So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, i will spew thee out of my mouth. Revelation 3 new international version niv biblica. Revelation 15, new king james version nkjv the bible app. First, we believe that the book of revelation must mean something.
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