Casual commentary on the book of revelation chapter 4

Robert mounce, in his commentary on the apocalypse, suggests that the very. So we dont look to specific events to happen a specific time in history. The letters to sardis, philadelphia, and laodicea 4. See chapter heading for further discussion of the throne of god. Verse 3 and he that sat was to look upon like a jasper stone and a sardius. The word of god, to which john was to be the witness, was the message of the revelation itself, the word which god gave unto jesus christ verse 1 at this time and in this apocalypse, not the word of god which had already been preached by the other apostles or that which was in the general epistles. Jan 01, 2008 book of revelation chapter 4 receive the revelation be prepared current events confirm that we are in the last days. Revelation 4 commentary matthew henry commentary on the.

Revelation chapter 1 serves as an introduction to the book and in so doing it sets the tone for the rest of the book. From here to the conclusion, revelation takes a prophetic form. The preface to this vision, or the introduction to it, and preparation of john for it, are in revelation 4. The phrase after this meta tauta in ancient greek in revelation 1. This discovery was made to john, and in this chapter he, i. Revelation 4 commentary commentary critical and explanatory.

Harry ironsides brilliant revelation chart above, which im certain took him quite some time and considerable hardwork to make, it dawned on me that many sincere but unlearned bible students are like casual spectators of the ocean. The book of revelation is notorious for an almost chaotic diversity of interpretations, no doubt as a result of the surprising symbols like those found in other apocalypses. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 4. This commentary has been through advanced checking. And the voice i had first heard speaking to me like a trumpet said, come up here, and i will show you what must take place after this. Show you this particular verb is used eight times in the book of revelation 1.

Christ by taking the book from the hand of god does what no other being in the universe can do. The four horsemen are figures in christian faith, appearing in the new testaments final book. But an understanding of prophecy which warns of satans attempts to bring the. Some of the prophecies may have already been fulfilled, some are clearly in the future, and some are double. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. John 4 niv jesus talks with a samaritan woman bible. Revelation 4 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary. Revelation 4, new king james version nkjv the bible app.

Revelation 4 bible commentary john gills exposition of the. Revelation 4 bible commentary on the book of revelation. The church and the term church is mentioned repeatedly in chapters 1, 2, and 3, but it. This is a must read, must own book for any serious bible student, as well as anyone with even a passing interest in bible prophecy. The 144,000 and the victorious judgment of the lamb. Chapter 4 begins the things to come section of revelation. The letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira 3. The visions in this book run parallel to one another. At the very outset of this prophecy the spotlight falls upon our lord, calling the readers attention to the majesty and the glory of our lord, for this book is a revelation of jesus christ verse 1. Revelation 4 in this chapter the prophetical scene opens. The little book is probably a title deed to the earth compare jer. David guzik commentary on revelation 4 describes how john has a vision of the heavenly throne surrounded by the 24 elders and the 4 creatures.

Millions of people have read this prophecy, so john really did follow these instructions from god. Commentaries for revelation chapter 4 the throne and its surroundings. Blessing and honor and glory and power be to him who sits on the throne, and to the lamb, forever and ever. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 4. Having said that, even just scratching the surface of the book with. How could he prophesy any more than to write the book of revelation the gospel of john, and the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd books of john. Its so nice to hear from so many of you who tell us not to change a thing in our teaching. Yet in this last book of the bible, god permits us to see something of christ and the church in heaven and on earthand what we see is awesome indeed.

We have already looked at the things which john saw in chapter 1. Revelation 4 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read. Revelation 4 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. As he looks up into the sky, john sees there before me. In revelation 17 and 18, the fall of babylon is carefully detailed. Revelation is probably the most neglected new testament book, i suspect for at least two reasons. The simple outline of the book of revelation is found in verse 19. The sales of bibles and endtimes books and commentaries shot up overnight. Literary patterns for the whole book of revelation 1. In considering the matter, it is nowhere specified that god in job 1 was god the father or that the lord in this chapter was in heaven at all.

The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. Returning the book of revelation to its historical context by joey cobble. Chapter 6 provides a summary, principal conclusions, and the implications for the. The symbols of the revelation to john are not a form of hocuspocus, intended to conceal. The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in. It also makes the transition from johns description of things which areor were, at the time he wroteto those things which are yet to happenagain, at least at the time he wrote. And there has been much speculation about it some of it bordering on offthewall, but some of it serious and scholarly. Revelation 4 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. The kjv commentary bible uses the king james version for its english text, but each book of the bible has notes and explanations written by mathew henry, author, writer, and minister born in wales, united kingdom. Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2. Additionally the front page offers links to pages entitled can you lose your salvation and. Chapter 4 is brief, but it sets the stage for much of the rest of revelation. Revelation of john international standard bible encyclopedia. The prophet joseph smith once declared the book of revelation to be one of the plainest books god ever caused to be written as noted in the revelation of john the apostle.

The actual revelation of these things is not given until chapter 6. John mcphee, in his 1965 biography of basketball great later senator bill bradley, explains the book s title, a sense of where you are. It should be apparent to even the most casual of readers that this is the generation in. King james version the bible calls this time period the last days and the time of the end, or end times. Because john was immediately in the spirit and subsequently air lifted to the throne room of god after the letters to the seven churches, its a good indication that. This intuitive app contains the full text of the popular king james version english translation, with commentaries. Revelation 4 new international version niv the throne in heaven. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. Returning the book of revelation to its historical context. The book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory. Marking the completion of bakers awardwinning new testament commentary series, revelation provides a comprehensive look into one of the most intriguing books of the bible. Revelation chapter 4 coffmans commentary of the new. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. T he book of revelation may be confusing to the casual reader, but its meaning can be understood.

Throughout chapter 4 the throne holds the centre of attention. Study revelation 4 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full. Just keep it simple so we can understand it, and that is what we intend to do. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. A vision of god, as on his glorious throne, around which were twentyfour elders and four living creatures.

This verse is a key to the chronology of the book of revelation. There is no exegetical or scriptural basis for this claim. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the introduction, overview, and hermeneutical sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature christians. The bible describes events and conditions that would mark the conclusion of the current system of things, or the end of the world.

Commentary trapps commentary sermon bible cokes commentary burkitts notes. The transition to the fourth chapter of the book of revelation. Revelation 4 and revelation 5 form a break from the previous chapters, in that the church age has ended due to the rapture as viewed in the first two verses in this chapter. Revelation macarthur bible studies pdf book library. Its treated as if its something to be feared, rather than studied and embraced. The symbols have the effect of concealing only for those. Revelation chapter 4 matthew henry complete commentary on. Revelation 4 the throne room of heaven 1 after these things i looked. And quite often as a result to the casual reader in 2016, lets be honest, it can be very difficult to understand.

Wow, john macarthur puts the cookies on the lower shelves for us. Lets look at seven facts about this book that have been widely misunderstood. But in this chapter and in those to follow we will again look in vain for any clear signal as to when john stops being in the spirit or when he comes down from. Revelation unveiled is a classic textbooktype resource, that explains in great detail, the book of revelation. Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira.

Previous index next the book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. Immediately after this, he is shown by the spirit another vision of. After this i looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven. Enjoy the beauty and majesty of the language of the. The heavenly court scene of revelation 45 digital commons. The book of revelation was conceived and written by john. John 4 new international version niv jesus talks with a samaritan woman. Now in chapters 23 we will see the things that are. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 17. Returning the book of revelation to its historical context st. Koenig manages and provides content for his own website, titled, the prophetic years bible prophecy and revelation commentary. However, the case for multiple source for revelation does not, so far as i can see, hold up. After an introduction, and letters to the seven churches revelation, the properly prophetic part of the book commences with a vision of heaven revelation 4.

Were considering the words of verses 14 to 22 and youll find that on page 1030. If we regard the 24elders as representatives of both israel the calledout ones of the old testament and the church the calledout ones of the new see commentary on revelation 4. Each serious student of isaiah must seek revelation through the holy ghost to enlighten their mind and to help them read the words by the same spirit in which they were. Babylon is mentioned 287 times in the scriptures, more than any other city except jerusalem. They have been fulfilled in one sense and will be fulfilled again later. In sum, it seems that a casual equating of the reaping in revelation 14. The book with seven seals events of revelation chapter 6 four. Why this is important casual readers of the bible may question the importance of understanding literary patterns. Occasional studies of isolated elements have usually made no serious attempt to. This paper was originally published on and was the best scholarship on the subject.

The two witnesses and the seventh trumpet chapter 12. Chapter 10 begins with another parenthesis in the chronology of revelation 10. With even a casual perusal of christian bookstores, the religious sections of. Revelation 4 niv the throne in heaven bible gateway. The most frightening thing about revelation 9 is not the judgments that god sends but the sins that men persist in committing even while god is judging them the bible exposition commentary, rev. When the work is finished he will put on his kingly garments and return to earth to claim his people. Easytoread version the following are some outstanding features of lastdays, or. Revelation catholic commentary on sacred scripture by. Seven seals,7 seals,opening vision,throne,7 spirits,24 elders,lamb opens scroll,heaven vision,revelation chapter 4,book of revelation,revelation chapter 5,apocalypse see more. Revelation chapter 10 explained discover revelation. The apocalypse of john and the rapture of the church. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5. What should be pointed out from the beginning is that this description of gods word echoes the authors treatment of psalm 95, with its. He is the messiah that was promised throughout the entire old testament, and he alone is worthy to take the scroll from the right hand of the one on the throne and to break.

In some commentaries to bibles, the white horseman is said to symbolize. There we find a most amazing description of the most important coronation, ever. Revelation is a book in the bible that is often misunderstood and or ignored. Wesley stay in the word, read the bible daily, and trust in the word, believe in lord thy god with all your heart mind and soul.

Walvoord table of contents title page preface introduction 1. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. The book is a mosaic of allusions, quotations, and images taken from the jewish scriptures, and it interprets these in terms of the person of christ. If you would please open your bibles at the last book of the scriptures, the book of revelation, chapter 3. It seems much more likely that the lord here in the book of job, who later spoke to job, was god the word see john 1. These variations almost suggest a two or three stage composition for aunes commentary. Leave anything in your past go drop it at the lords feet on the cross, let him take the burden, find a good church, and a good bible study group, praying for you, easy to take a path more walked then a path less traveled but that is the one forever lasting. Sounding the fifth and sixth trumpets demonic locusts and demonic horsemen chapter 10. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. A casual reader of the bible will read through the book, not stopping to try and understand it. Sermons on revelation first presbyterian church, jackson.

This commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. The beginning of the book makes it clear the john was not the author. The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. A new phase in the events concerning the saints has shifted, beginning with several occurrences before the throne of god. Revelation 4 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Curious, i couldnt help but read the chapter on revelation pp. Weve come tonight to the last of the letters of christ to the seven churches with which the book of revelation opens. This violence reaches a zenith in chapter 19 where we find jesus going out to make war on a white horse v.

Maybe the person with a more casual interest might have to skim some of the chapters. The clues to understanding all the symbols and all the. Dont overlook the depths of gods riches in his word. The website entitled discover the book of revelation is very thorough, offering commentary on each verse of revelation as well as write ups on fiftynine different subjects which include topics like daniels visions, the accuracy of prophecies, government, judgment, and mark of the beast. According to many scholars as well as many christian laypeople, the jesus we find in the book of revelation engages in a great deal of violence. And a clue about what the disciples were waiting for. The book of revelation is perhaps the most mysterious book in sacred scripture. This chapter is a development of the thought expressed in rom. The use of daniel in jewish apocalyptic literature and in the revelation of st. Resources on revelation first presbyterian church, jackson. Regardless, god promises blessing to the student of this book rev. The greek name in the very first verse of the book is the basis for the title apocalypse, that is, revelation. This one is particularly important for interpretation.