I know your persistence, your courage in my cause, that you never wear out. The word comes from the greek word apokalupsis, which is used in the first verse. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. Revelation 22 niv bible then the angel showed me the. Multiple bible versions at bible gateway nkjv, niv, nrsv etc. Then the angel showed me wateroflife river, crystal bright. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Revelation uses many signs, or symbols, that are not to be understood literally. This is what the amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of gods creation, says. Revelation 22 is the twentysecond and the last chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john, and the final chapter of the new testament and of the christian bible. 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. This word means disclosure or revelation and conveys the idea of laying bare or uncovering. I, jesus, have sent my angel to testify to you these things for the churches. The book therefore is a divinely given book, and is the revelation of jesus christ and not of john.
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. See more ideas about revelation 22, bible scriptures and bible verses. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by. The existence of both the river of water of life and the tree of life might be an indication that we will be required to eat and drink in heaven. Revelation 22 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of. Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of god and of the lamb down the middle of the great street of. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. I know you cant stomach evil, that you weed out apostolic pretenders. After, the more recent latin editions and erasmus inserted. For i testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, if any man shall add unto these things, god shall add unto him the plaques that are written in this book. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. I see this truth from revelation still in the preaching of the gospel.
Light, as well, is a crucial metaphor in the bible, representing truth and knowledge john 8. It flowed from the throne of god and the lamb, 2 right down the middle of the street. Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the forces of evil and his recreation of the world for the redeemed. The last book of the bible, revelation, is also sometimes called the apocalypse. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. The lord, the god of the spirits of the prophets, has sent his angel to show his servants what must soon take place. Only those whose names are written in the lambs book of life will get in. The leaves of the tree are for healing the nations. The book, itself, states that its message is directed at the first century christians in asia minor, and that the events it describes would happen soon revelation 1. Blessed be the one who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book. Let evildoers do their worst and the dirtyminded go all out in pollution, but let the righteous maintain a straight course and the holy continue on in holiness. Gone the first heaven, gone the first earth, gone the sea. The one with seven stars in his rightfist grip, striding through the golden sevenlights circle, speaks. The invitation of the spirit and the bride, revelation 22.
If you add to the words of this prophecy, god will add to your life the disasters written in this book. It is the most important and valuable prophetic book in the bible. It flowed from the throne of god and the lamb, right down the middle of the street. Study guide for revelation 22 by david guzik blue letter bible. There is a message of salvation offered in the book of revelation. He would send his angel to convey his message concerning the things that must come to pass. While revelation offers many details on the tribulationeven if they are often couched in the mystery of symbolic languageit is the final four chapters that dictate the overall message of the book. I heard a loud voice behind me, trumpetclear and piercing. Revelation 22 the message bible seven churches seventh message, laodicea. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. 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. God has moved into the neighborhood, making his home with men and. I, jesus, have sent my angel to give you this message for the churches. Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the.
Question 6 what did the bible foretell about the messiah. Esv, kjv, darby, american standard version, bible in basic english. Division of the book it helps us digest the message of revelation if we understand the basic breakdown of the book. Father chapman writes for the general reader, for the many who need to understand the truth of the message of the book of revelationboth its historical message and its. He explains, phrase by phrase, in clear, direct terms what has been learned about the genre of writings called apocalyptic literature of which. Father chapman writes for the general reader, for the many who need to understand the truth of the message of the book of revelation both its historical message and its message for christians today. Revelation in popular culture the book of revelation, the rapture and. Revelation 21 revelation 22 22 1 and he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of god and of the lamb.
Jan 02, 2020 although the warning in revelation 22. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. The last book of the bible explodes with a cosmic celebration of the triumph of gods global purposes in the world. The tree of life was planted on each side of the river. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. 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 is from this word that we get the english translation revelation. The tree of life was planted on each side of the river, producing twelve kinds of fruit, a ripe fruit each month. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 22. He was told to write the things which he saw and heard. The believers at smyrna are warned against coming opposition 2.
God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. What a great description of satans destruction that we see in revelation 12 and particularly in revelation 20. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. We conclude our study of the seven messages to the churches of asia recorded in revelation 23. 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. The revelation of christ revelation 15 seven churches seventh message, laodicea we conclude our study of the seven messages to the churches of asia recorded in revelation 23. Book of revelation of john of jesus christ christian bible scripture study bible study notebook. A curse denounced against those who shall either add to or take away front the prophecies of this book, revelation 22. Revelation chapter 22 explained discover revelation. Question 10 what does the bible promise for the future. The tree of life revelation 22 revelation made clear.
Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. 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 last three chapters of revelation sum up the history that began in the first three chapters of genesis. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible. Revelation chapter 22 explained book of revelation each. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. Revelation 22 msg then the angel showed me wateroflife bible gateway. I am your fellowservant and the fellowservant of your brothers the prophets and those who keep the message of this book. Blessed is the one who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book. John also notes that all evil, darkness, and night are gone from this holy city revelation 22. Dec 07, 2016 revelation the message audio bible audio only please like my facebook page.
Another way is by claiming advanced knowledge in spiritual matters and that the bible is not the answer or simply wrong 2 john 9. One way is by claiming new revelation, that the bible and the book of revelation are not enough as with the book of mormon or any other religious writing that claims to be from god. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. Christ sent his angel to testify of those things in the churches, revelation 22. Revelation then ends its description of the future and returns to more immediate commands from jesus. Question 7 what does the bible foretell about our day. In the first five verses of chapter 22 belong with the description of the bride, new. Blessed are those who do his commandments, that they may have the right to the tree of life, and may enter through the gates into the city. Remember that on a separate page there are common notes for the seven messages. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. I am the root and the descendant of david, the bright morning star. The final message is addressed to laodicea, the lukewarm church revelation 3. We must be careful to handle the bible with care and reverence so as to not distort its message. 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.
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