They also enjoy the enthusiastic company of their fifteen grandchildren. That there was one pastor, says doddridge, who presided in each of these churches, is indeed evident from the expression here used. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. Explore the riches of our extensive library, including the best audio, video and text resources from the gospel coalition and select partners. The revelation of jesus christ revelation 1 the book. What is the futurist interpretation of the book of revelation. The destruction of rome is still in view, and the passage is best. All believers will stand before jesus christ very soon to give an account. After this i heard what seemed to be the loud voice of a great multitude in heaven, crying out, hallelujah. The book the preterist archive of realized eschatology. There is in each of these letters, a command to write to the angel of the church. Revelation 12 commentary wesleys explanatory notes. The most widelyaccepted position regarding the specific identity of this john is that he was the apostle of the same namethe son of zebedee and.
The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety, and promising them support in their tribulation. An address to the angel of that church, containing a testimony of his mixed, or good. Commentary on the book of revelation from david guzik, director of calvary chapel bible college in siegen, germany. Revelation 19 commentary the rejoicing of heaven and. It is prime example of what comes from letting the clear and plain truths expressed in scripture dictate our beliefs on a subject rather than being molded into the. So, in josephs dream, the sun betokened his father. Meditations of a christian hedonist and most recently coronavirus and christ. Desiring god ministries john piper best commentaries. After the exordium, and the seven epistles to the seven churches of asia minor, to whose angels or bishops the book seems to be dedicated, revelation 1. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god.
But remember, when he, the spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth john 16. But in 2006, there was an uproar within the christian community after john piper extended an invitation to a young, filthy mouthed, unabashed preacher from washington state, mark driscoll, to be one of the speakers at his desiring god national conference. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. The seals 1 and i saw when the lamb opened one of the seals, and i heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, come and see. The revelation of jesus christ revelation 1 the book of. All believers will stand before jesus christ very soon to give an account starting with myself. Christs message for suffering smyrna 5 revelation 2. Now turn with me if you would to the last book of the bible, the book of revelation a book that often intimidates and frightens and terrifies, because of its use of apocalyptic imagery involving colors and numbers and so on but were in none. This article is also available and sold as a booklet. It is the puritans and other christians from previous generations that usually made a point to wrestle deeply with the questions raised by the text and its theological import, rather than mainly the technical details. John piper teaching at vmware, palo alto, ca in february 2020. The angel at philadelphia likewise had in their sight but a little strength. John s book is also a prophecy, and like jeremiah, it too has a specific historical context.
John and his wife, patricia, live in southern california and have four married children. Beale sets it up to basically conclude that satan, having been cast out of heaven along with his evil angels, is pictured in trumpets three and four, and therefore a parallel idea with 12. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Revelation 6 bible commentary matthew henry concise. For 33 years, he served as pastor at bethlehem baptist church, minneapolis, minnesota. Text commentaries by john macarthur blue letter bible. Why i no longer follow john piper or desiring god ministry. His books include ecpa christian book award winners spectacular sins, what jesus demands from the world. He is author of more than 50 books, including desiring god. All of johns 3,000 sermons, spanning more than four decades of ministry, are available for free on the grace to you website. This new book the book of revelation a study is available to download as a kindle ebook or pdf as the footnotes in the book bear out, most of this new book is a bringing together of various commentaries on revelation, leaning heavily on my favorite and very readable commentary, more than conquerors.
My fundamental reservation about the book has to do with beales modified idealist approach. The greek word apokalupsis is translated as revelation or disclosure of the truth of things previously unknown. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. We live in very strange and, for many, unexpected and threatening times. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The following is an excerpt from the macarthur new testament commentary on revelation 11. John enters upon that grand vision which takes up the residue of the book. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Revelation 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The epistle to the church of ephesus, commending their labor and patience, revelation 2. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. Neither does jesus appear in the form of a lamb with a bleeding knife wound. The book of revelation was likely written between a. And, reprehending their having left their first love, exhorting them to repent, with the promise of the tree of life, revelation 2.
In 1980, piper became pastor of bethlehem baptist church in minneapolis, minnesota, where he ministered until march 31, 20. Lets turn to the strangest book in the bible, the book of revelation. While helpful, this does not go a long way in identifying with absolute certainty which john wrote the book. I read commentary after commentary and no one really wanted to take a firm stab at this.
The largest and most trusted library of over 1,924,000 free sermons from conservative christian churches and ministries worldwide. Clear explanations on all passages of scripture by gifted bible teachers. Bible commentary on the book of revelation by brian pepper. The book of revelation further bolsters this view, he says, for gods retributive justice against his enemies is not temporary nor is it for the purpose of them becoming holy. Paul continues from last fridays show on john piper with a article john piper wrote in 2007 called the morning i heard gods voice. Tgc resource library free online resources from the gospel coalition.
Jun 20, 20 but in 2006, there was an uproar within the christian community after john piper extended an invitation to a young, filthy mouthed, unabashed preacher from washington state, mark driscoll, to be one of the speakers at his desiring god national conference. I know thy affliction and poverty a poor prerogative in the eyes of the world. Exposition of the book of revelation mp3 series monergism. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. Beale the book of revelation new international greek testament commentary, 1999. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Justin taylor is executive vice president for book publishing and publisher for books at crossway. The beast, the book, and the beauty of the lamb desiring god. Romans 1 corinthians 2 corinthians galatians ephesians philippians colossians 12 thessalonians pastoral epistles philemon. If you really want to understand this great book, garlands commentary will not disappoint. On march 31, 20 easter sunday, piper preached his final sermon as pastor. While he believes that gods supernatural revelation in the new testament. Cyril barber the ministers library volume 3 this is not a commentary on the book of revelation, but a wellinformed book that introduces readers to the intricacies of interpretation and theology of john s vision. Piper hit the evangelical scene after the publication of his book desiring god.
By the going forth of this white horse, a time of peace, or the early progress of the christian religion, seems to be intended. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety, and promising them support in their tribulation, revelation 2. Apr 11, 2012 john hagees study on the book of revelation is one of my alltime favorites stay safe and healthy. Many reformed and evangelical scholars argue that beale has written the best available contemporary commentary on revelation. He is the author of more than 50 books, and more than 30 years of his preaching and teaching is available free of charge at. Revelation 111 macarthur new testament commentary macarthur. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Piper served as pastor for preaching and vision of bethlehem baptist church in minneapolis, minnesota, for 33 years. This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. And i will grant authority to my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for twelve hundred and sixty days, clothed in sackcloth. The organization desiring god is named for his book desiring god.
Meditations of a christian hedonist 1986 and has continued to publish. Daily devotions with john piper lets you experience the very best of pipers teachings. John stephen piper born january 11, 1946 is founder and senior teacher of. John hagees study on the book of revelation is one of my all. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. Unto the angel that is, to the pastor, presiding elder, or bishop, called an angel because he was gods messenger as the word angel signifies to the people, or his minister appointed to serve them.
An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scriptures, paige patterson, 2012. Aug 25, 2019 back to the future, part 1 revelation 1. The book concludes with a versebyverse background guide to the contents of the message the risen lord sent to his church. Cyril barber the ministers library volume 3 this is not a commentary on the book of revelation, but a wellinformed book that introduces readers to the intricacies of interpretation and theology of johns vision. Sermons on revelation first presbyterian church, jackson. John was not given a view of heaven as it actually appears, for there are no white, red, black, or pale horses there with the warlike riders. Beales commentary is the place to turn for insight on the many old testament allusions and echoes in the book of revelation.
John piper writes when im stumped with a grammatical or syntactical or. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. Adopting the view that the angel represents the chief pastor or bishop of the church, it would be interesting to know who was its presiding minister at this time. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. The opening of the seals, the first, second, third, and fourth. 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. For 33 years, he served as pastor of bethlehem baptist church, minneapolis, minnesota.
Paul discusses some of the issues arising from his ministry. John hagees study on the book of revelation is one of my. All of john s 3,000 sermons, spanning more than four decades of ministry, are available for free on the grace to you website. Jan 18, 2012 paul continues from last fridays show on john piper with a article john piper wrote in 2007 called the morning i heard gods voice. I thought it to be a very good view of what the bible really does teach about the return of our lord. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading revelation 111 macarthur new testament commentary macarthur new testament commentary series book 32. John piper has often remarked that he finds the most help from old commentaries. Revelation 19 commentary the rejoicing of heaven and earth. As the lamb opens the first four seals, john sees four horses galloping one after another across.
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