Aug 08, 2006 the book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory. John macarthur daniel 9 interpreting bible prophecy literally. When was the book of revelation written by the apostle. About the author john macarthur is the pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california. Written by the apostle john, revelation was a letter to churches in asia minor who were feeling the. It is mentioned, whose names were not in the book of life from the foundation of the world. Through vivid imagery, john writes revelation to reveal the end of human history, the return of. Read revelation the christians ultimate victory by john macarthur available from rakuten kobo. No book in scripture has been more misunderstood or misinterpreted. John wrote revelation to reveal the end of human history, the return of christ, and the establishment of a new heaven and a new earth. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading because the time is near. Further, such an attempt becomes even more ridiculous because it necessitates typological interpretation that divides the church into twelve tribes to coincide with the listing of rev. Can the regenerate be erased from the book of life. Revelation 7 commentary commentary critical and explanatory.
John macarthur has been preaching the bible, one verse at a time, since 1969. Obviously, the first church, seal and trumpet cannot be parallel to the first plague because it, like the rest of the plagues, are all future. It begins and ends with a blessing for those who read it. A written by the apostle john, revelation was a letter to churches in asia minor who were feeling the overwhelming effects of persecution from all sides. The next diagram shows that the seven last plagues, the last of the sequential series in the book of revelation, cannot logically be included along with the previous three series of sevens. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. John macarthur allows the reader to dig deep into the bible with this study. Macarthur jr these study guides, part of a set from noted bible scholar, john macarthur, take readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the. Revelation macarthur bible studies pdf book library. John macarthur explains the book of revelation paperback march 1, 2007. Like koester, spilsbury walks you through johns revelation.
Through general revelation to all men, god communicates his existence, his power, and his glory, such. The information covered in this book is extremely complete. He writes very clearly about the sovereignty of the one eternal god all through the book. Title unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. John macarthur takes readers through the book of revelation with its vivid imagery, assuring christians that god is in control of all past, present, and future events. An outline of the book is given in chapter 1, verse 19, therefore write the things which you have seen, and the things which are, and the things which will take place after these.
Weekly telecasts and daily radio broadcasts of grace to you are seen and heard by millions worldwide. Revelation 1222 macarthur new testament commentary. Some have suggested that paul penned this letter from ephesus acts 18. The book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory. And i will grant authority to my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for twelve hundred and sixty days, clothed in sackcloth. John macarthur explains the book of revelation kindle edition by macarthur, john f.
Revelation 7 commentary john gills exposition on the whole. Through vivid imagery, john writes revelation to reveal the end of human history, the return of christ, and the. Instructions tell us to read the scripture and the interpretations given on the side of the page. The tradition of johns exile was started by augustine about 200 years after john lived.
He claimed, based on the writing style and the lack of an apostolic claim in the book, john the elder presbyter was the author not john the apostle. A perfect companion to scripture for devotional or schol. The book of revelation series john macarthur youtube. The lambs book of life is a list of all those who have trusted in the lord jesus christ for salvation. Not only is revelation the inspired word of god, it is also the only new testament book that includes a promised spiritual blessing for those who. The first portion contains letters to seven churches.
Though out the book macarthur takes the futuristic approach to the book of revelation. The following is an excerpt from the macarthur new testament commentary on revelation 11. The book is from the trinity to the seven churches, to be spread from there by the agency of john. John macarthur 1939 john macarthur is the author of books such as twelve ordinary men john f. After all, revelation promises blessings to those who read it and adhere to its message.
The book of revelation macarthur and spurgeon sermons. The problems of recapitulation in the book of revelation. He is a popular conference speaker and the president of both the masters college and the masters seminary. Late night meditations on the book of life desiring god. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. John macarthur explains the book of revelation by john macarthur online at alibris. As such, it is an essential part of every christians devotional life. The macarthur bible studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of scripture. When you read revelation, nowhere in the book does it state that john is in exile or imprisoned. Dionysius, who studied under origen, also denied the teaching of a literal millennium.
Now respected preacher and bible teacher john macarthur pulls back the veil and reveals more of what gods word has to say to us in revelation. Traditionally, the book of revelation has been dated near the end of the first century, around a. John replies in a very humble, modest, and respectful manner, to the elder, calling him sir, according to the usage of the eastern people. After clicking register, you will receive an email with a link to verify your account and to complete your registration. The completed registration allows us to send order and donation receipts to the email address you provided. I am often reminded of this line when reading about or participating in discussions of the reformed doctrine of general revelation particularly when. To have your name written in the lambs book of life from the foundation of the world guarantees that you will not worship or marvel at the beast. Full of shrouded prophecy and eschatological mysteries, revelation has perplexed scholars and readers alike for centuries. Dec 22, 2006 to have your name written in the lambs book of life from the foundation of the world guarantees that you will not worship or marvel at the beast.
The two visions in this chapter come in as an episode after the sixth seal, and before the seventh seal. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. John and the book of revelation a bible study in easy. In johns time, many people thought that rome and the emperor had the greatest power. Revelation to john, also called book of revelation or apocalypse of john, last book of the new testament.
To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. Revelation 7 commentary john gills exposition on the. Mar 01, 2007 join john macarthur as he explains the book of revelation in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical. John does not say, if you worship the beast, your name is erased. Except there is no side of a page in this kindle book. The teaching on the millennium was based on a literal reading of the book of revelation revelation 20. Revelation 1222 full of shrouded prophecy and eschatological mysteries, the book of revelation is often considered an enigma by scholars and layreaders alike.
Jet tour through the book of revelation john macarthur. In the 1967 prison film cool hand luke, starring paul newman, the warden utters one of the most memorable lines in film history when he says, in his deep southern drawl, what weve got here is failure to communicate. Calvinism, prophecy, and premillennialism 2012 premillennialism is the result of the consistent application of literal hermeneutics. After each section of revelation there are questions to answer that make the study personal for the reader. John macarthur explains the book of revelation in a way that is both. Here is a sermon that he did in december of 1982 entitled a jet tour through revelation. The book of revelation is preeminently the revelation of jesus christ rev 1. When was the book of revelation written by the apostle john. He has also served as pastorteacher of grace community church in. Apr 09, 2001 the book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory. John macarthurs commentary on the book of revelation is one the most complete and exhaustive commentaries produced in the last twenty years. Where this kindle edition falls short is the way its laid out. Mar 01, 2007 we are using this book as a bible study along with john macarthur s book, revelation which lines up well with the book because the time is near. 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.
This book was a reminder that encouraged them to remain faithful. The tradition of john s exile was started by augustine about 200 years after john lived. This book on explains the book of revelation from a futurist premillennial view. Some copies, and the complutensian edition, read, my lord. He is currently serving as pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california, and as president of. Macarthurs explains the book of revelation in such a manner that satisfies the readers desire for deeper understanding of end times. Each volume was written to be as comprehensive and accurate as possible, dealing thoroughly with every key phrase and word in the scripture without being unnecessarily technical. These study guides, part of a 16volumne set from noted bible scholar john macarthur, take readers on a journey through. The macarthur new testament commentary series comes from the experience, wisdom, and insight of one of the most trusted ministry leaders and bible scholars of our day.
This sermon series includes the following 12 messages. He does this from the very beginning of the book of revelation. Author bio john macarthur is the pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california. I greatly respect john macarthur and trusted that this study was what i needed to understand revelation. John macarthur background and setting for the history of thessalonica, see introduction to 1 thessalonians. Then it is followed up by a short reading and a few questions of a complimentary passage of scripture from other books of the bible, both old and new testament. He says, if your name is written, you will not worship the beast.
Macarthur s commentary sheds light on many practical applications that can be gleaned from the book of revelation. Paul spilsburys book is a close runnerup for my go to book for an introduction to revelation. The distinction between general and special revelation focuses more on the extent and purpose of revelation. Join john macarthur as he explains the book of revelation in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical. Further, such an attempt becomes even more ridiculous. Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of scripture merely allude to, become clearly visible through revelation about jesus christ see historical and.
A this book was a reminder that encouraged them to remain faithful. Bible introductions revelation by john macarthur blue letter bible. Rita kroon, author of discover god through his attributes, praying the scriptures, and womanhood. But it would not account for why jesus said, rejoice that your names are written in heaven luke 10. This article is also available and sold as a booklet. Every sermon that he has done since then is archived on his website. The book is an excelent read even if you arent doing a bible study class. Written by the apostle john, revelation was a letter to churches in asia minor who were feeling the overwhelming effects of persecution from all sides. Some writers, however, have advanced the preterist from a latin word meaning that which is past view, contending that the apocalypse was penned around a. Those who ignore revelation deprive themselves of a rich treasure of divine truth, and the promised blessings that come from understanding that truth.
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