I greatly respect john macarthur and trusted that this study was what i needed to understand revelation. Every sermon that he has done since then is archived on his website. After each section of revelation there are questions to answer that make the study personal for the reader. Full of shrouded prophecy and eschatological mysteries, revelation has perplexed scholars and readers alike for centuries. Written by the apostle john, revelation was a letter to churches in asia minor who were feeling the. The problems of recapitulation in the book of revelation. These study guides, part of a 16volumne set from noted bible scholar john macarthur, take readers on a journey through. The tradition of johns exile was started by augustine about 200 years after john lived. The tradition of john s exile was started by augustine about 200 years after john lived. John macarthur 1939 john macarthur is the author of books such as twelve ordinary men john f. 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. 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. Through vivid imagery, john writes revelation to reveal the end of human history, the return of.
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. As such, it is an essential part of every christians devotional life. Revelation 7 commentary john gills exposition on the. When was the book of revelation written by the apostle john. Please contact the publisher to obtain copies of this resource. Revelation 7 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. John macarthur has been preaching the bible, one verse at a time, since 1969. Title unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. The macarthur bible studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of scripture. The lambs book of life is a list of all those who have trusted in the lord jesus christ for salvation. Calvinism, prophecy, and premillennialism 2012 premillennialism is the result of the consistent application of literal hermeneutics. And i will grant authority to my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for twelve hundred and sixty days, clothed in sackcloth. It is mentioned, whose names were not in the book of life from the foundation of the world.
Aug 08, 2006 the book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory. Revelation 7 commentary john gills exposition on the whole. 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. John macarthur allows the reader to dig deep into the bible with this study. 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. In johns time, many people thought that rome and the emperor had the greatest power. 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. 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.
Weekly telecasts and daily radio broadcasts of grace to you are seen and heard by millions worldwide. John macarthur explains the book of revelation kindle edition by macarthur, john f. Read revelation the christians ultimate victory by john macarthur available from rakuten kobo. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. 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. John does not say, if you worship the beast, your name is erased. Though out the book macarthur takes the futuristic approach to the book of revelation. About the author john macarthur is the pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california. Through general revelation to all men, god communicates his existence, his power, and his glory, such.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading because the time is near. 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. Some copies, and the complutensian edition, read, my lord. The book of revelation macarthur and spurgeon sermons. 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. 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.
Here is a sermon that he did in december of 1982 entitled a jet tour through revelation. John macarthur background and setting for the history of thessalonica, see introduction to 1 thessalonians. Author bio john macarthur is the pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california. 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. Apr 09, 2001 the book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory.
This book was a reminder that encouraged them to remain faithful. Join john macarthur as he explains the book of revelation in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical. Bible introductions revelation by john macarthur blue letter bible. The book is an excelent read even if you arent doing a bible study class. The whore of babylon revelation 17 pastor chris noland. Dionysius, who studied under origen, also denied the teaching of a literal millennium. Instructions tell us to read the scripture and the interpretations given on the side of the page.
When was the book of revelation written by the apostle. But it would not account for why jesus said, rejoice that your names are written in heaven luke 10. This book on explains the book of revelation from a futurist premillennial view. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. Where this kindle edition falls short is the way its laid out. Those who ignore revelation deprive themselves of a rich treasure of divine truth, and the promised blessings that come from understanding that truth. The book of revelation series john macarthur youtube. He has also served as pastorteacher of grace community church in. Revelation macarthur bible studies pdf book library. The distinction between general and special revelation focuses more on the extent and purpose of revelation.
He says, if your name is written, you will not worship the beast. He is currently serving as pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california, and as president of. Further, such an attempt becomes even more ridiculous. The following is an excerpt from the macarthur new testament commentary on revelation 11. 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. 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. This sermon series includes the following 12 messages. John replies in a very humble, modest, and respectful manner, to the elder, calling him sir, according to the usage of the eastern people. The book of revelation is preeminently the revelation of jesus christ rev 1. John and the book of revelation a bible study in easy. Mar 01, 2007 join john macarthur as he explains the book of revelation in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical. Through vivid imagery, john writes revelation to reveal the end of human history, the return of christ, and the.
Jet tour through the book of revelation john macarthur. It too would make a good companion volume as you read this challenging book. After all, revelation promises blessings to those who read it and adhere to its message. A perfect companion to scripture for devotional or schol. A this book was a reminder that encouraged them to remain faithful. John macarthur explains the book of revelation paperback march 1, 2007. Some have suggested that paul penned this letter from ephesus acts 18. 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.
The teaching on the millennium was based on a literal reading of the book of revelation revelation 20. 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. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The information covered in this book is extremely complete. He does this from the very beginning of the book of revelation. Traditionally, the book of revelation has been dated near the end of the first century, around a. He writes very clearly about the sovereignty of the one eternal god all through the book. Can the regenerate be erased from the book of life. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family.
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. God wants us to know what the book of revelation teaches. This article is also available and sold as a booklet. 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. Revelation 1222 macarthur new testament commentary. John macarthur daniel 9 interpreting bible prophecy literally. 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.
No book in scripture has been more misunderstood or misinterpreted. John macarthur explains the book of revelation in a way that is both. Paul spilsburys book is a close runnerup for my go to book for an introduction to revelation. Late night meditations on the book of life desiring god. The book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory. Macarthur s commentary sheds light on many practical applications that can be gleaned from the book of revelation. 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 is a popular conference speaker and the president of both the masters college and the masters seminary. I am often reminded of this line when reading about or participating in discussions of the reformed doctrine of general revelation particularly when. Rita kroon, author of discover god through his attributes, praying the scriptures, and womanhood. The book is from the trinity to the seven churches, to be spread from there by the agency of john. 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. After clicking register, you will receive an email with a link to verify your account and to complete your registration. John macarthur is the pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california.
John macarthurs commentary on the book of revelation is one the most complete and exhaustive commentaries produced in the last twenty years. Your name is not written in that book until you are saved. The completed registration allows us to send order and donation receipts to the email address you provided. Like koester, spilsbury walks you through johns revelation. Though calvin strongly advocated the literal approach, he was inconsistent in the application of that hermeneutic. The first portion contains letters to seven churches. It begins and ends with a blessing for those who read it. Macarthurs explains the book of revelation in such a manner that satisfies the readers desire for deeper understanding of end times. The two visions in this chapter come in as an episode after the sixth seal, and before the seventh seal. Revelation to john, also called book of revelation or apocalypse of john, last book of the new testament. When you read revelation, nowhere in the book does it state that john is in exile or imprisoned. 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. John macarthur explains the book of revelation by john macarthur online at alibris. Except there is no side of a page in this kindle book.
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