Names and titles of jesus in the new testament wikipedia. Dont miss this message from pastor jeff durbin on the lord jesus, the old testament prophecies, the warnings to the 1st century, and the book of revelation. 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 names of jesus in the book of revelation part 5. This presents a lost opportunity for true christian happiness. Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation, practically sealing the revelation of jesus christ. The first place we see jesus in the book of revelation, he is referred to as one like the son of man rev. Jesus and the book of revelation sabbath school lesson 3. The end of time in revelation and the gospel of john the. The book is not a secret code that allows believers to decipher the timeline of jesus s return. In the opening chapter we see jesus described as john saw him, in all his glory. Revelation of jesus, a ebook by david lackey rakuten kobo. It will be dramatized in a way that everyone can understand what this book speaks to about the revelation of jesus christ. Of necessity, any focus on lastday events must keep jesus front and center, exactly what the book of revelation does.
There are many different names for jesus used in the book of john. The revelation of christ revelation 15 the prologue the introduction the title. Names or titles of jesus in the book of revelation jesus christ revelation1. It is the final warning that the world will surely end and judgment will be. Every other time the book refers to itself, it is as a prophecy v. It is also likely that the rest of revelation from chapters 4 to 22 was copied seven times or more so that each of these congregations received the entire book of revelation. The names of jesus in the book of revelation part 42. The first two are the presupposition of the entire book of revelation, while the third will come to full realization in johns visions as the book draws to a close. Finding jesus in the book of revelation, by steve case and daniel wysong. The messages to the seven churches of revelation 2 and 3 offer an interesting collection of names for jesus christ.
This is not the announcement of the marriage, which has already occurred in heaven with the presentation of the bride, the church, to the groom, the lord jesus christ. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and. Revelation is a book which presents the great revealing. While you need to know what all the strange symbols and codes in the book of revelation mean and this book will explain things clearly step by step, most of all you need to discover that jesus is the savior who died for you and me and the king who will come back to rescue us and bring us home. What are the angels doing in the book of revelation. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The book is the revelation of, concerning, and from jesus christ. There you will see seven actual letters from jesus one to each church.
The descriptions of jesus christ in revelation 2 and 3. He proclaimed gods word and gave testimony to jesus. The book of revelation is often frightening and confusing to its readers. Names, titles and characters of jesus christ includes the son, the father, god, jehovah, the almighty, the word, the man, the babe, jesus, the lamb of. When we are empowered by christian inspiration we can do all things through christ.
What are the titles of jesus in the gospel of john. Print out this handy list of the 36 names and titles of jesus found in the book of revelation. Later when i studied at seminary that attraction grew stronger with a deeper understanding of the structure and the contents of the book of revelation. Any focus on lastday events must keep jesus front and center out of necessity, which is exactly what the book of revelation does. More specifically, however, it is christological, as the material of the book relates to the revelation of jesus christ. Read revelation of jesus, a by david lackey available from rakuten kobo. The book of revelation, or the apocalypse as it is also called, is the last book of the bible. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. The revelation of jesus christ which god gave him to show to his servants. The book of revelation is primarily to reveal christ. Names of jesus in the book of revelation a virtuous woman. Even a cursory glance through the book of revelation shows you that it is chockfull of angels. This weeks lesson looks at jesus in the book of revelation. This study examines the many names of jesus christ in the book of revelation.
Names or titles of jesus in the book of revelation. This son of man is in the midst of seven lampstands, has seven stars in his right hand, white hair, and a sharp twoedged sword coming out of his mouth rev. John the divine, as the heading in our bibles would have us believe, but it is the revelation of jesus christ. This may refer to a marriage or to a wedding feast matt. In the book of revelation, jesus shows himself to be god just like his father. The complete title of the book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ. The rise and fall of the antichrist appendix four a brief overview of the book of revelation. The concluding book of the new testament begins in the following fashion. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Names of jesus in the book of revelation revelation.
What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. Dec 06, 2001 the messages to the seven churches of revelation 2 and 3 offer an interesting collection of names for jesus christ. The revelation of jesus christ is communicated to john of patmos through. The seven churches described in the book of revelation. Revelation chapters 4 and 5 are not part of the revelation of jesus christ which the god gave to him. What happens to those whose names are not written in the book of life. Sep 3, 2015 the book of revelation is full of names for jesus that help describe who he is saved from. Apr 03, 2016 while you need to know what all the strange symbols and codes in the book of revelation mean and this book will explain things clearly step by step, most of all you need to discover that jesus is the savior who died for you and me and the king who will come back to rescue us and bring us home. Start studying test the revelation of jesus christ. See below for a listing of where jesus used the word i am to describe himself. In its wonderful companion series at cascade, david mathewson, from denver seminary, has a splendid and accessible study of the book of revelation.
Aug, 2009 the book of revelation is full of names for jesus that describe who he is, such as faithful, king, alpha, omega, bright morning star. Revelation is all about jesus, about who he is, about what he has done for his people, and about what he will do for us at the end of time. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. His academic background and extensive travel in the middle east made him unusually capable of preparing theological and eschatological studies. Yeshua jesus is given many names and titles in the book of revelation. It is the revelation by jesus christ to his servant john about things which will come to pass. In particular, two truths concerning the divine nature of jesus are presented in revelation chapter one 1 divine nature of christ. Instead of these things being hidden as some say, even the name revelation means an unveiling. Yeshuajesus is given many names and titles in the book of revelation. Revelation 1 commentary the revelation of jesus christ. Jesus has been given a name above all other names, at which every knee will bow philippians 2. The book of revelation pulls back the curtain to reveal the secrets of the past, present, and future, but nearly two tho. Harpur is apparently quoting the king james version of revelation.
Purchase a testimony of jesus christ as part of a collection of six commentaries on the book of revelation for logos bible software. There isnt a chapter that doesnt mention them in one form or another, and much of the action in the book comes about through the speech or action of the angels. Before we advance in our studies in the book of revelation, we are going to step back to its very first words. The book of revelation is full of names for jesus that describe who he is, such as faithful, king, alpha, omega, bright morning star. Is the jesus in revelation the same as the jesus in the. What counts a great deal in life is what we do for. He authored numerous books on theology and biblical prophecy, including the revelation of jesus christ, jesus christ our lord, and daniel.
The book of revelation includes over twenty references to a lionlike lamb slain but standing which delivers victory in a manner reminiscent of the resurrected. Revelation 1 english standard version esv prologue. Jesus christs names, titles and characters study resources. Purchase an individual copy of a testimony of jesus christ for logos bible software. Any study about the last days must put jesus at the center.
After the crucifixion of jesus the early church did not simply repeat his messages, but focused on him, proclaimed him, and tried to understand and explain his message. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 10 and more. What the bible says about revelation of jesus christ. Each message begins with an explanation of who the message is from and in each case different terminology is used. The list is compiled from various sources, but most come from the catholic source book. I provided links to the verse and chapter in the book of revelation the. In revelation, jesus also has a special saving role to play in the world as the son of god. Read revelation 10 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Rabbi schneider hosts the impactful television program, discovering the jewish jesus and has authored several books.
This just means that the book sees god and jesus as being equal in divinity and awesomeness. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in this case, future events. 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 theological themes. Jesus in every book of the bible author unknown in genesis, jesus christ is the seed of the woman. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Instead, it shows that every human kingdom eventually becomes babylon and must be resisted.
Book of revelation understanding it, topics covered, jesus. Awakening to messiah, do not be afraid, selfdeliverance, the book of revelation decoded, experiencing the supernatural, and most recently, the lion of judah. When we are empowered by christian inspiration we can do all things through christ which strengtheneth us but there is a spirit in man. Lets look at the characteristics of each horsemen and how they all play an important role in the end times from the bible book of revelation. We intend to help break the seal put by some of mankind on the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both in depth notes and layoriented exposition for use by scholars, students, pastors, and laypeople. Plainly, this has nothing to do with a historic jesus or any coming events on this planet.
Two names and a variety of titles are used to refer to jesus in the new testament. The first two chapters of finding jesus in the book of revelation explain a new way of reading the book of revelation, but its actually as old as johns original writing. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. Apr 06, 2009 jesus is presented in revelation as the christ who died for us, loves us, covers our sin, provides our robes made white by washing them in red blood. Dec 12, 2012 this feature is not available right now. The stage players for the book of revelation jesus creed. Lesson 3 page 22 of standard edition jesus and the book.
Seven i am statements of jesus in the book of john and. Dont skip over the title an overview from revelation 1. Sep 3, 2015 the book of revelation is full of names for jesus that help describe who he is. Only one view exists concerning how the book of revelation should be interpreted. Purchase a copy of a testimony of jesus christ for. He authored numerous books on theology and biblical prophecy, includingthe revelation of jesus christ, jesus christ our lord, anddaniel. Four horsemen of the apocalypse meaning in revelation. Resultat dimages pour book of revelation timeline chart the millennium in revelation gains a strange amount of attention considering it is only six verses of the bible. It discloses the full character and identity of jesus of nazareth by lifting the veil. The book of revelation was likely written between a. The name alpha and omega means the beginning and the. The revelation of jesus christ which god gave to him to show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass which he signified by his angel unto his servant, john. Jesus is given many names and titles in the book of revelation.
Finding jesus in the book of revelation by steve case. At this point we come to a climactic place in the book of revelation as it reveals the person of jesus christ, for now our lord is presented as the victorious white horse rider who comes out of heaven and who is also king of kings and lord of lords. Revelation 1 commentary grace and peace, glory and power. Their commonality is that they all refer to jesus christ. Harry ironsides revelation chart visually depicts the progression of the revelation of jesus christ. Apr 25, 2014 this study examines the many names of jesus christ in the book of revelation. One of the intriguing questions discussed by scholars is the phrase of jesus christ iesou christou genitive case. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. I believe the modern evangelical church reconciles matthew 24, luke 21, and mark book of john by claiming that jesus is talking about the destruction of jerusalem in 70 a. Finding jesus in the book of revelation, by steve case. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Revelation 10 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in.
Walvoord, longtime president of dallas theological seminary, was one of the most prominent evangelical scholars of his generation. Numerous religious groups use this book to make prophecies, to scare, and to manipulate the naive into compliance with their agendas. The many names and titles of jesus christ learn religions. The john ankerberg show is a viewerlistener supported ministry. The book of revelation apocalypse 1 introduction revelation1 or apocalypse2 is a unique, complex and remarkable biblical text full of heavenly mysteries.
The word revelation never occurs again in the book that has come to bear that name. In the final moments of the message, i gave a quick tour of how god reveals himself in every book of the bible. He is a glorious savior, and we need him to be both harshly just with sinners, and we need him to be tenderly merciful toward those who repent. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who bore witness to the word of god and to the testimony of jesus christ, even to all that he saw. How does book of revelation describe jesus answers. Because of its apocalyptic character, the emphasis of the book is eschatological in the strict sense of dealing with last things note the word of this prophecy, rev. The revelation of christ revelation 15 the prologue the introduction the marks of divinity. Jesus, the slain lamb who died for the sins of the world, will return one day. Why is the book of revelation the last book in the bible. In numbers, he is the pillar of cloud by day and the pillar of fire by night. Christs identity and work are outlined by his various names in this great book. Titles of jesus in the gospel of john jesus christ. The remaining chapters take each of the seven sections of revelation, presenting a basic commentary for personal study.
In the letters he applauds and chastises each church and he offers them advice on how to get back on track. These four horsemen of the apocalypse appear to symbolically portray four disastrous occurrences that will take place before the second coming of jesus christ. The first word in this writing is apocalypse, which is a greek word usually translated into english as revelation and it refers to something that is uncovered or revealed, as though removing a veil to expose what had previously been hidden. There are many, many titles of christ in both the new and old testaments. Phil sanders 4 the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ a study of the book of revelation introduction. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. The book of revelation full movie the revelation of jesus. Test the revelation of jesus christ flashcards quizlet. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. In this sermon series, we are highlighting five pictures of jesus in the book of revelation.
Seventhday adventist commentaries on revelation that emphasize the kjv, endorse historicism, condemn catholicism, limit the sabbath to the seal of god, adventism as the remnant church and ellen white as the spirit of prophecy already exist. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Jesus when he walked on this earth was the godman john 1. It shows us the things jesus did for his people and the things he will do for us in the last days. We are immediately told that this book contains the revelation of jesus christ. W hen you study the book of revelation, one of the first things that you will look at are the seven churches listed in revelation chapters 2 and 3. In the book of john the 7 i ams as well as the book of revelation, jesus describes himself with the words starting with i am. The revelation of jesus christ is a book of prophecy on the end times and comprises the final book of the new testament and of the bible. During my last message of the real questions people ask series, i ended it by teaching about the bible itself. In the time of the apostle john, who wrote this book under the inspiration of jesus christ revelation 1. The full name, jesus christ, occurs in verse 5 for the third and last time in the book of revelation compare vv. Jesus is described very differently in the book of revelation than in the gospels.
The book of revelation often called the book of revelations, 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. The symbolic nature of the portrayal of jesus in revelation. In the final moments of the message, i gave a quick tour of how god reveals himself in every book. It is a revelation that was received by the apostle john while he was in romanimposed exile on the island of patmos in the eastern mediterranean around 90 a. The descriptive names of jesus in the book of revelation have been. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. Revelation is a long epistle addressed to seven christian communities of the roman province of asia minor, modern turkey, wherein the author recounts what he has seen. This bible help has proved helpful to many christians. This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. This week, we will look at jesus in the book of revelation. With jason bracht, drew bradley, robet bruber, rhonda cusumano. From the lamb of god to the light of the world, jesus christ is given a. It is given to reveal unto us the purposes, the person and the plans of the lord jesus. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope.
In christianity, the two names jesus and emmanuel that refer to jesus in the new testament have salvific attributes. Pictures of jesus in the book of revelation part 1 jesus. Names of christ in revelation revelation bible study. Names of jesus in the book of revelation revelation bible study. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. 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. Unlike, say, the gospel of mark, where jesus is portrayed as pretty human and separate from god. Since i believed in jesus christ and received him as my personal savior in bogor, west java, indonesia in 1975, the book of revelation has been an especially significant new testament book for me. There are 24 distinct descriptions in revelation 1 7 descriptions in v. Summary of the revelation of jesus christ true bible study.
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