Confused by "end of the world" readings or put off by the dense and mysterious imagery, many readers hesitate to explore the Book of Revelation. Unveiling Empire offers a new entree into this troubling and controversial book of the Bible by examining the roots and social purposes of apocalyptic literature and Revelations own use of traditional imagery. In this way the authors provide readers with the tools for deciphering the texts message--and its urgent applications for Christians today living amidst a new kind of "empire."
Jesus is coming soon in...Wrath and Glory. The Revelation. Even the name of this last book of the Bible is intimidating. Sadly, that fact, combined with the meandering, even bizarre interpretations over the years, caues many Christians to ignore Revelation. Thankfully, in Wrath and Glory, David Reagan allows Scripture to speak for itself. By exploring the many differing views of this mysterious book, he encourages the reader to examine Revelation for its plain-sense meaning. The Bible tells us that people who read and hear the Book of Revelation will be blessed. Many are missing a blessing! Dr. Reagan, one of America's leading experts on Bible prophecy, shines a light on the remarkable hope presented in this unveiling of Jesus Christ in His glory. This is a book for all denominations and all ages, lifting up a book for the ages.
Conducted from a premillennial and pretribulational point of view, this study of the Book of Revelation explores the theme that America ultimately will separate from Israel and what prophetically will happen.
Just before his death, the apostle John was given a tour of the future. God revealed His plans for humanity. The book of Revelation contains John's account of that experience. Two thousand years later, we are still reading it and trying to wrap our heads around its contents. Pastor Pierre Rosa takes a thoughtful and pragmatic approach to this challenging apocalyptic literature. Through his careful study, he teaches us how to interpret prophetic biblical texts, while applying the timeless truths we find to our present-day lives. If the book of Revelation has ever stumped you, you'll appreciate the straightforward and understandable way Dr. Rosa explains it. God wants to reveal His redemptive plan to the world. He's still doing that through His Word and the book of Revelation.
The Book of Revelation draws the purposes of God together, with five hundred allusions from other parts of the Bible which help interpret this amazing book, rather than world events. However, we can understand current events through Revelation, and therefore grow in our faith through devastating events like wars, natural disasters and pandemics.
The final book of the Bible, Revelation prophesies the ultimate judgement of mankind in a series of allegorical visions, grisly images and numerological predictions. According to these, empires will fall, the "Beast" will be destroyed and Christ will rule a new Jerusalem. With an introduction by Will Self.
You can understand the mysterious book of Revelation. The book of Revelation—the last book in the Bible—is, to many people, its most confusing. They find its strange symbols and images puzzling and mysterious. But you can understand it. The book's very name mean a revealing, a way to gain understanding. Its first verse tells us it was written to reveal "things which must shortly take place." If you are confused by the book of Revelation and would like to know what it all means—and how it's cast of mysterious characters all fit within Bible prophecy—then read the Bible Study Aid ebook The Book of Revelation Unveiled. This study aid will take you through the major themes of the book of Revelation helping you to understand what Jesus Christ revealed to the apostle John and how it all fits together. Discover the major trends and future prophetic events that will shape this world—and your life—in the days ahead. Chapters in this ebook: -- The Book of Revelation: Is It Relevant Today? -- Keys to Understanding Revelation -- The Story Flow of the Book of Revelation -- Chapter Outline of the Book of Revelation -- God's Church in Prophecy -- What Is the Church? -- Duality in Bible Prophecy -- The Book of Revelation's Divine Authority -- The Seals of the Prophetic Scroll -- The Day of the Lord Finally Arrives -- Satan's War Against the People of God -- The Mark and Number of the Beast -- The Two Women of Revelation -- The 'Time of Jacob's Trouble' -- The Destruction of Satan's Kingdom -- Satan: The Great Seducer -- The Everlasting Kingdom of God Inside this Bible Study Aid ebook: "The name of the book, Revelation, is a translation of the title in the original New Testament Greek, Apocalypsis—the origin of the other name by which the book is now known, the Apocalypse. The Greek term denotes an unveiling or uncovering—thus, a revelation." "Here is the key to understanding the book. Jesus alone can unlock the meaning of its symbols, visions and descriptions...Christ reveals its meaning. He unlocks its seals. But how does He do it?" "Most of Revelation—about two thirds of its content—is devoted to the seventh seal. The contents of the first six seals are found in chapter 6 alone." "How will the two witnesses and their message be received?" "The book of Revelation reveals, from more than one perspective, the emergence of this vast end-time empire governed from a great city God labels “Babylon the great”, the reference here being to Rome." "Jesus Christ will return to establish that Kingdom on earth (the Kingdom of God) at His second coming, at last bringing the peace mankind has always longed for but never achieved."
Book of Revelation: Commentary Study Guide This study guide is designed for personal and small group studies for the book of Revelation. Easy to follow interpretation helps guide the reader through the complex passages of the final chapter of the bible. Out of the vast stream of biblical interpretation, perhaps the largest tributary consists of commentaries upon the book of Revelation. Spanning centuries, some of the best minds and most devoted men and women have graced us with their works. The spiritual attack upon the future world has never been fully addressed in chronological detail due to a misinterpretation of certain chapters and passages. Nor has symbolism of certain words and expressions amply made sense, until now. "Simply Revelation" is an aspired work providing the reader elementary, yet pertinent answers in each chapter that God has conveyed. Propel your mind and soul into a new perception of prophecy, enhancing your faith toward an intimate relationship with God. "I find fascinating the simple message within the complex passages of the Bible. The symbolic idioms in Revelation are used and interpreted with the same figurative definition throughout the entire Bible." The author adds, "Revelation is a symphony with a progressive, crescendo message of God's covenant for mankind." T. R. Estep's desire to become intimate with God has led him to over 30 years of study. He has shared his findings by serving in teaching ministries at various churches.
The symbolism of the Book of Revelation from the Bible is made clear. This helps to get an accurate view of the "big-picture" before jumping to mis-founded conclusions, or incorrect interpretations. Very well researched using the Bible, and the root meanings of the Greek & Hebrew words from which the English words were translated. The book is well written, and both fun & gripping to read.
