Aug 17, 2017 the seven last plagues are called seven bowls or vials in the kjv because god wants us to understand that near the end of the great tribulation, he will force the wicked to drink and swallow his wrath. We are told, then another book was opened, which is the book of life. By a dramatic figure the persecuted and slain ones are represented as crying for retribution on their oppressors. What are the 1,260, 1,290 and 1,335 days spoken of in the. Let his enemies boast and rage ever so much in the intermediate time, yet he is both the alpha, or beginning, and the omega, or end, of all things. The best introduction to the various and often confusing viewpoints of end time prophecy is a book by robert lightner called the last days handbook thomas nelson, 1990. All christians from all time will reign physically on earth with jesus.
This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been hidden and discloses events that would happen long after it was written. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Christ gives the best summary of these events and how to prepare for them. A guide to the book of revelation and the end times lasseigne, jeff on. The end times will see jesus ruling the nations in truth and righteousness as king of kings and lord of lords. With alireza shojaei, claire armstrong, david dantes, darryl dougherty. In the face of apparently insuperable evil, either from within or from without, all christians are called to trust in jesus promise, behold, i am with you always, until the end of the age. In revelation 11 and 12, john mentions 1,260 days in two prophecies concerning another persecution of the jews during the end times.
In the gospel accounts jesus gave a brief summary of the events that would lead to his return. Both bible teachers and students will find this book a welcome aid to understanding an intriguing piece of the scriptures. The events described dont necessarily take place in chronological order, and the language used often relies on symbols and obscure references most christians dont understand. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. This book is gods open letter to us and contains critical information about our future. This is why this endtime period is called the lords day. Mar 01, 20 the revelations concerning the last days are found throughout the bible but primarily in the following books of the bible. History, now reaching more than 98 million homes, is the leading destination for awardwinning. What if revelation is not about end times, but rather a guide to how we create heaven on earth, right. When the wailing wall comes down in a series of bomb attacks that rock jerusalem, the event kickstarts seven years of torment that test the. The result will be a very painful and eventually, a deadly experience. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. As a result, many christians read the new testament up until the book of revelation, and then they stop. In the face of apparently insuperable evil, either from within or from without, all christians are called to trust in jesus promise, behold, i am with you always, until the end of the age mt 28.
The two witnesses of revelations last days prophecy. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. The events of revelation are the events that occur in the book of revelation of the new. And many nations shall come, and say, come, and let us go up to the mountain of the lord, and to the house of the god of jacob.
Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. A general resurrection, a general judgment and a new age. From this church, those who overcome until the end, will be given. Adela yarbro collins, the book of revelation pbs frontline the book of revelation in the new testament has the literal title in greek, the apocalypse of john. Jesus gave the meaning of the seals in the olivet prophecy about. Basically, it views the seven days of genesis 1 not as seven days of creation, but rather as seven successive 24 hour days. A guide to the book of revelation and the end times. Ship this item qualifies for free shipping buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may be available for instore purchase. This study was originally recorded in 2009, please excuse the video quality.
Lesson three the last days in the book of revelation. For the essence of prophecy is to give a clear witness for jesus. 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. A very thoughtprovoking book on the topic is one edited by robert g. Posts about end of days written by revelation unfolding.
The seven last plagues are called seven bowls or vials in the kjv because god wants us to understand that near the end of the great tribulation, he will force the wicked to drink and swallow his wrath. John then describes events and trends to take place during the period before the 3 1. Here are 5 great bible stories about the end times. The book of revelation is probably the most avoided and misunderstood book in the bible. There is a picture in revelation 19 of the aftermath of battle and victory over the enemies of god. Revelation, daniel and isaiah all predict great and terrible events for these the last days. Thats the terrifying question posed in this thrilling new film from historyr. The first four of the seven represent events beginning in the days of the apostles and leading up to the time of the end. Isaiah jeremiah ezekiel daniel hosea joel amos micah nahum zechariah malachi revelation chapters 420. We know that the revelation is primarily about the last days because its content is extensively connected to the events of the last days. We are going to look at scripture on this subject and see what scripture tells us about when the end days begins. End of days blasphemy last night i watched the history channels revelation.
The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. The great opportunity to preach the gospel throughout the whole earth. O master the word is the correlative of servant, see revelation 6. 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. Titus was one of the circle of young men who were the many witnesses to whom the apostle paul committed the things given to him, so they could pass them on to others who in turn would teach others also 2 tim.
Clouse entitled the meaning of the millennium intervarsity press, 1977. A combination documentaryfirst person fictional interpretation loosely based on the rapturejudgment day from the bible. Battle was ordained a priest by archbishop desmond tutu in 1993 and received his masters of divinity from princeton theological seminary, a masters of sacred theology from yale university, and a. The universal church is composed of all who truly believe in christ, but in the last days, a time of widespread apostasy, a remnant has been called out to keep the commandments of god and the faith. Because at the end of the book of revelation, we have a strong warning, you may not add to or take away from any thing in this book. The apostle john received the revelation from jesus christ to show his servants what will soon take place. The message of revelation is as relevant today as ever before, as our world seems to be descending into chaos. There is a belief that the book of revelation starts around the time when a sevenyear tribulation period starts. The end time in the book of revelation united church of god. Jesus opens, in revelation 6, the seven seals on the scroll of prophecy. It is the revelation of jesus christ to show his servants revelation 1.
The mainstream teaching on the two witnesses of revelation teaches that they will be literal people sent down from heaven to preach to the world for a literal 1260 days, or 3 and a half years. Seventhday adventists believe the book of revelation is especially relevant to believers in the days preceding the second coming of jesus christ. Some 60 years passed before he revealed more of the specifics about the end time to the apostle john. Be faithful unto death, and i will give you the crown of life. Scoffers 2 peter 3 not only do more people claim that god is a figment of our imagination, those who do believe in a god, believe hes not ever coming back again, but the apostle peter warned against such hard heartedness, saying that scoffers will come in the last days with. Its important for us to know about the events that will. But there is one question that seems to be overlooked in our search for signs of the endtimes. Basically, it views the seven days of genesis 1 not as seven days of creation, but rather as seven successive 24 hour days of revelation to moses about gods acts of creation. Dec 17, 2019 5 short stories from the bible about the end times. The book of revelation has come to be read as prophesying the events of the end of history. And the mainstream view is that the two last day witnesses will be either moses, enoch or elijah. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. But in the last days it shall come to pass, that the mountain of the house of the lord shall be established in the top of the mountains, and it shall be exalted above the hills. I am alpha and omega, saith the lord alpha is the first, omega the last letter in the greek alphabet.
Jun 09, 2014 the prophecies contained in the book of revelation are key end time revelations which we must prepare ourselves for, as the end time is happening now. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The book of revelation raises questions that many of us would rather not think about. In bible times, experiences were sometimes described as drinking from. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our lord, and of his christ. A guide to the book of revelation and the end times 97808010539 by jeff lasseigne. By activating, you agree that you want to enable cloud technology to access your xfinity stream subscription on additional supported devices like computers and tablets, as well as the tv connected to your settop dvr via comcasts network. 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. John addresses the church of smyrna to warn them of ten days of tribulation that may cost them their lives or imprisonment.
Adela yarbro collins, pbs frontline according to the dictionary of the bible revelation accurately foretells what will happen in the last days of history before the end of the world. James macdonald, senior pastor, harvest bible chapel in a warm conversational style, the author expounds the great truths of the book of revelation and applies them practically to the individual believer and the local church. Unlocking the last days is an urgent biblical message that must be heard and heeded. So we see that at the last trumpet at the end of the 1260 days gt or 1290 days after the daily was taken away the 1st resurrection occurs, the saints enter heaven and then the final 3rd woe occurs which is the outpouring of the 7 vials of plagues upon the unrepentant wicked that remain during this 45 day period. Revelations is an american drama sixpart television miniseries that began airing on nbc from april to may 18, 2005. What the book of revelation reveals about the end times. In the biblical book of revelation, jesus christ foretold many more signs of the time of the end.
Bible verses about end of days bible verses related to end of days from the king james version kjv by relevance. How can anyone be in heaven knowing others are in hell. The prophecies of the book of revelation are among the most important parts of the bible, and understanding these words is a crucial component of understanding how the end times will unfold. The beast that is described in the later chapters of revelation is to receive power and authority from satan for a period of 42 months revelation. What if the apocalyptic prophecies of the book of revelation were to unfold today. Unlocking the last days takes readers through key parts of this misunderstood book, using a versebyverse approach that clearly communicates gods truth, warnings, and promises. Recommended books on bible prophecy prophecy lamb and. Signs of the times of the last days amazing bible timeline. Daniel 8 speaks of 2,300 days in a prophecy concerning a persecution of the jewish people during the intertestamental period. Michael battle is the herbert thompson professor of church and society and director of the desmond tutu center at general theological seminary in new york. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Another must watch is on h2 ch revelation end of days great movie documentary.
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