Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading revelation 111 macarthur new testament commentary macarthur new testament commentary series book 32. Sermons on revelation first presbyterian church, jackson. 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. This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. 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. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety, and promising them support in their tribulation, revelation 2. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. The revelation of jesus christ revelation 1 the book of. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. Aug 25, 2019 back to the future, part 1 revelation 1. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
The beast, the book, and the beauty of the lamb desiring god. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. There is in each of these letters, a command to write to the angel of the church. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation.
Meditations of a christian hedonist and most recently coronavirus and christ. Emotionally there is no greater commentary on this passage than the famous hallelujah chorus from handels messiah, yet the only word this piece has in common with the passage is hallelujah, the ancient hebrew expression for praise the lord see, for example, ps 104. 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. If you really want to understand this great book, garlands commentary will not disappoint. Revelation 6 bible commentary matthew henry concise. John hagees study on the book of revelation is one of my. On march 31, 20 easter sunday, piper preached his final sermon as pastor. Revelation 19 commentary the rejoicing of heaven and. Revelation 12 commentary wesleys explanatory notes. Daily devotions with john piper lets you experience the very best of pipers teachings. Commentary on the book of revelation from david guzik, director of calvary chapel bible college in siegen, germany. The book concludes with a versebyverse background guide to the contents of the message the risen lord sent to his church. The opening of the seals, the first, second, third, and fourth. 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.
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. I thought it to be a very good view of what the bible really does teach about the return of our lord. Christs message for suffering smyrna 5 revelation 2. The epistle to the church of ephesus, commending their labor and patience, revelation 2. Exposition of the book of revelation mp3 series monergism. Paul continues from last fridays show on john piper with a article john piper wrote in 2007 called the morning i heard gods voice. Clear explanations on all passages of scripture by gifted bible teachers. While helpful, this does not go a long way in identifying with absolute certainty which john wrote the book. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place.
Why i no longer follow john piper or desiring god ministry. Revelation 111 macarthur new testament commentary macarthur new testament commentary series book 32 kindle edition by macarthur, john. Desiring god ministries john piper best commentaries. 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. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. John stephen piper born january 11, 1946 is founder and senior teacher of. Lets turn to the strangest book in the bible, the book of revelation. And i will grant authority to my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for twelve hundred and sixty days, clothed in sackcloth. An address to the angel of that church, containing a testimony of his mixed, or good. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. What is the futurist interpretation of the book of revelation. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. He blogs at between two worlds and evangelical history. After this i heard what seemed to be the loud voice of a great multitude in heaven, crying out, hallelujah. Revelation 19 commentary the rejoicing of heaven and earth. Bible commentary on the book of revelation by brian pepper. Beale the book of revelation new international greek testament commentary, 1999. Justin taylor is executive vice president for book publishing and publisher for books at crossway. Beales commentary is the place to turn for insight on the many old testament allusions and echoes in the book of revelation. Piper served as pastor for preaching and vision of bethlehem baptist church in minneapolis, minnesota, for 33 years. Revelation 111 macarthur new testament commentary macarthur. 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.
That there was one pastor, says doddridge, who presided in each of these churches, is indeed evident from the expression here used. The revelation of jesus christ revelation 1 the book. John piper has often remarked that he finds the most help from old 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. 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. Many reformed and evangelical scholars argue that beale has written the best available contemporary commentary on revelation. Romans 1 corinthians 2 corinthians galatians ephesians philippians colossians 12 thessalonians pastoral epistles philemon. The destruction of rome is still in view, and the passage is best. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. I know thy affliction and poverty a poor prerogative in the eyes of the world. 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 author of the book of revelation identifies himself simply as john 1.
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. 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. John piper writes when im stumped with a grammatical or syntactical or. He is author of more than 50 books, including desiring god. As the lamb opens the first four seals, john sees four horses galloping one after another across. Please contact the publisher to obtain copies of this resource. Text commentaries by john macarthur blue letter bible.
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. 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. Piper hit the evangelical scene after the publication of his book desiring god. For 33 years, he served as pastor of bethlehem baptist church, minneapolis, minnesota. They also enjoy the enthusiastic company of their fifteen grandchildren. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety, and promising them support in their tribulation. All of johns 3,000 sermons, spanning more than four decades of ministry, are available for free on the grace to you website. John piper teaching at vmware, palo alto, ca in february 2020. The greek word apokalupsis is translated as revelation or disclosure of the truth of things previously unknown.
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. 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. 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 believers will stand before jesus christ very soon to give an account. All of john s 3,000 sermons, spanning more than four decades of ministry, are available for free on the grace to you website. Before you explore what man thinks, listen to the author. His books include ecpa christian book award winners spectacular sins, what jesus demands from the world. Explore the riches of our extensive library, including the best audio, video and text resources from the gospel coalition and select partners. So, in josephs dream, the sun betokened his father.
All believers will stand before jesus christ very soon to give an account starting with myself. While he believes that gods supernatural revelation in the new testament. The largest and most trusted library of over 1,924,000 free sermons from conservative christian churches and ministries worldwide. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it.
Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of 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. In 1980, piper became pastor of bethlehem baptist church in minneapolis, minnesota, where he ministered until march 31, 20. The book the preterist archive of realized eschatology. John enters upon that grand vision which takes up the residue of the book. 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. Paul discusses some of the issues arising from his ministry. This article is also available and sold as a booklet.
For 33 years, he served as pastor at bethlehem baptist church, minneapolis, minnesota. Apr 11, 2012 john hagees study on the book of revelation is one of my alltime favorites stay safe and healthy. But remember, when he, the spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth john 16. The angel at philadelphia likewise had in their sight but a little strength. Revelation 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. John hagees study on the book of revelation is one of my all.
John s book is also a prophecy, and like jeremiah, it too has a specific historical context. The book of revelation was likely written between a. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. 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.
The following is an excerpt from the macarthur new testament commentary on revelation 11. The organization desiring god is named for his book desiring god. My fundamental reservation about the book has to do with beales modified idealist approach. We live in very strange and, for many, unexpected and threatening times. Meditations of a christian hedonist 1986 and has continued to publish. Hebrews james 1 peter 2 peterjude johannine epistles revelation. John and his wife, patricia, live in southern california and have four married children. And, reprehending their having left their first love, exhorting them to repent, with the promise of the tree of life, revelation 2. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. 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. Neither does jesus appear in the form of a lamb with a bleeding knife wound. Tgc resource library free online resources from the gospel coalition. I read commentary after commentary and no one really wanted to take a firm stab at this.
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