Automotive commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2

Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2. An expository analysis of chapters 922 revelation study guide series by adrian rogers sep, 2019 4. It likewise brings us to the end of the word of god. Even when the lord knows the works of his people to be wrought in love, faith, zeal, and patience. To get hard copies of pastor andersons preaching cds, dvds, usbs, etc, come by faithful word baptist church in tempe, az, to pick up. Commentaries for revelation chapter 2 the message to ephesus. Chapters 2 and 3 were for the 7 churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira, sardis, philadelphia and laodicea. Book 32 of 29 in the macarthur new testament commentary series. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety, and promising them support in their tribulation. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Revelation 20 is the twentieth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. Revelation 111 macarthur new testament commentary macarthur. Christ is the source and the head of the church, and he has only.

John the divine chronological notes relative to this book. This chapter contains the accounts of the throne of god in the new jerusalem, the conversation between john and the angel and the. This verse is also the key to understanding the book. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 2. A messenger carrying letters to the seven churches from the apostle john on the island of patmos, which is about 30 miles off the coast. Letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira 1 unto the angel of the church of ephesus write. Revelation commentary introduction to revelation revelation chapter 1 revelation chapters 23 revelation chapter 4 revelation chapter 5. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity. Vernon mcgee in his thru the bible ring true, this chapter brings us to the final scenes of this great book of scenic wonders. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety.

Revelation 2 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. The message to the church at ephesus verse 1 1 to the angel of the church of ephesus write. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Book of revelation chapter 11 the two witnesses and. There is a wide diversity of viewpoints regarding the interpretation of this chapter, but most of this occurs because men try to symbolize or spiritualize the city, the temple, and the events that are portrayed here. The whole book of revelation presents itself as one long letter, as we have seen. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Revelation chapter 2 matthew henry complete commentary. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow.

The revelation is the only book in the bible to contain its own divinely inspired outline. Choose from 500 different sets of revelation chapter 1 bible flashcards on quizlet. God sees and addresses the conditions that existed within the seven churches at that time. Jul 08, 20 to get hard copies of pastor andersons preaching cds, dvds, usbs, etc, come by faithful word baptist church in tempe, az, to pick up free copies. Book of revelation chapter 2 receive the revelationbe prepared current events confirm that we are in the last days. Revelation 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Yet every believer, pastor, and scholar needs to understand this vital book that consummates the bible and all its prophecies. Useful bible studies revelation commentary study guide. Although christ is clearly the central figure of revelation, an understanding of. Return from chapter 2 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. Chapter 2 begins the messages to the seven churches.

God gives us his final words here, and because they are last words, they have a greater significance. Each letter makes some reference to the vision noted in chapter one. Revelation 2 commentary william barclays daily study bible. The book comprises two main parts, the first of which chapters 23 contains moral. Chapters 2 and 3 are the things that are division of revelation. It was johns headquarters before his exile, and he returned. Christs letters to churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum and thyatira. Revelation 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Learn revelation chapter 1 bible with free interactive flashcards. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety, and promising them support in their tribulation, revelation 2. The greek word for almighty is pantokrater, and it describes the one who has his hand on everything. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 2.

The communications in chapters 23 have none of the formal characteristics of. David guzik commentary on revelation 2, which includes jesus letters to the churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. In fact parchment is a much superior vehicle for writing and, although it did not do. These are just some of the discouraging comments typically made about the book of revelation.

John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. Many americans who favor a strong work ethic are suspicious of people who sit and read the book of revelation too much, or go on and on about the battle of armageddon or the second coming of christ or the rapture of the church, as those who actually believe in such things. Chapter six literally represents the beginning of the end. Chapters two and three contains personal letters directly from the lord to seve n churches. Later writers, such as clement of alexandria, origen, victorinus who wrote one of the earliest commentaries on revelation, eusebius, and jerome affirm the domitian date. Year of the constantinopolitan era of the world, or that used by the byzantine historians, and other eastern writers, 5604. Revelation is the only book with a promise of blessing to readers 1. The epistle to the church of ephesus, commending their labor and patience, revelation 2. And, reprehending their having left their first love, exhorting them to repent, with the promise of the tree of life, revelation 2. Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. If anyone adds anything to them, god will add to him the plagues described in this book.

Nine out of the ten times this word is used in the new testament, it is used in revelation. Jan 01, 2008 book of revelation chapter 2 receive the revelation be prepared current events confirm that we are in the last days. The phrase after this meta tauta in ancient greek in revelation 1. Perhaps no passage in revelation is more controversial than chapter 11.

God is showing the past, present, and the unfolding of future history. These things saith the son of god, who hath his eyes like unto a flame of fire, and his feet are like fine brass. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters. The city of ephesus was an important commercial and religious center in johns time. A summary of each chapter in the book of revelation. The bible describes time from the ageless past in genesis 1. And if anyone takes words away from this book of prophecy, god will take away from him his share in the tree of life and in the holy city, which are described in this book. Mar 11, 2007 the book of revelation, in a sense, completes the time line of the bible. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work.

Revelation 22 is the twentysecond and the last chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john, and the final chapter of the new testament and of the christian bible. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. Revelation is the only prophetical book in the new testament c. In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 2. He was directed to write to every one of them according to their. Here is praise of the ministry and people of thyatira, by one who knew the principles from which they acted. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 11. The assemblies of asia revelation chapter 2 commentary. Revelation chapter 2 matthew henry complete commentary on. Once again when the passage is taken in its normal or literal meaning much of the diversity immediately. Revelation 2 the apostle john, having in the foregoing chapter written the things which he had seen, now proceeds to write the things that are, according to the command of god revelation 1. The book of revelation, in a sense, completes the time line of the bible. In greater detail john is shown the relationship of the church to its source the stem of the lampstand the lord jesus christ.

Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Revelation commentary introduction to revelation revelation chapter 1 revelation chapters 2 3. Please click one of the following links to navigate this site. I am reading this commentary along with studying each chapter of the study book. These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks. The apostle john, having in the foregoing chapter written the things which he had seen, now proceeds to write the things that are, according to the command of god ch. Without revelation, christianity would be left with a very good book, but one that largely ended at the early church. Blessing and honor and glory and power be to him who sits on the throne, and to the lamb, forever and ever. These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars. Revelation 2 the loveless church 1 to the angel of the church of. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle. Revelation bears similar features to the book of daniel d. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by.

Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read. Americans who favor a strong work ethic are suspicious of people who sit and read the book of revelation too much. Each letter represents the church historically, doctrinally, and individually. The lamb, who is worthy, opens the first six seals. This is the first book in john macarthurs 2volume commentary on the book of revelation. Christs letters to churches in sardis, philadelphia and laodicea. A collection of youtube video teachings from theologians and bible teachers worldwide on book of revelation chapter 1 tags.

The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. These things says he that holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks commentary. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Regarding the last chapter of revelation, the words of j. Joel 2 has been partly fulfilled in the church, but cant be completely fulfilled to israel until there has been repentance and restoration.

Contains 22 chapters, 404 verses and 12,000 words 1. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 4. The fulfillment of joel 2 to israel is dependent on turning to christ and faith cf. The lord jesus christ handles each church by name and by deeds.