We are blessed by the immediacy and relevance of its lessons to each one of us personally, in our daily lives. There are seven blessings promised to those who read and heed the words of prophecy in the book of revelation. Jun 21, 2016 the book of revelation can be daunting and confusing to read, with its vivid imagery and sounds. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the. The book of revelation is unique in that it is the only book of the bible with a direct blessing promised to those who publicly read it and their.
Revelation is the only book in the bible that motivates its readers by promising a blessing to those who read and obey itand a curse to those who tamper with it. The 7 blessings of revelation living in the age of signs. May 18, 2017 seven blessings there are seven blessings promised to those who read and heed the words of prophecy in the book of revelation. Meaningful touch a nonverbal affirmation of laying on of hands, originally published in 1986, the blessing is a bestselling classic by john trent, ph. The book of revelation is the last book in the bible the only bible book with blessings for reading and hearing it. More than one bible teacher has taken a class from matthew through the book of jude, only to return to the book of matthew rather than face the unusual teachings of the book of revelation. However, johns aim is not to confuse the reader, but rather to bless them 1. The first book of the bible is genesis, the last being the book of revelation. The book of blessing athey creek christian fellowship. We are introduced to this final book of the bible by learning the author of revelation, understanding the main point is jesus christ. I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this scroll. A special blessing is promised to those who read this book. It is a statement of gods opinion about that person. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ.
The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. The book of revelation blessing for reading and hearing. Heavenly father, thank you for the book of revelation and for the greater insight and understanding it gives us into the person and work of the lord jesus. Then when you get to the difficult parts of revelation, youll remember the wonderful promises god gives you if you continue on and finish to the end of the book. The book of revelation blessing for reading and hearing it.
Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book revelation 22. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near revelation 1. John was exiled on the island of patmos at the time he wrote the book of revelation. One of those is that god announces seven blessings in the book of revelation. The book of revelation is the blessings or reward for obedience rev 11. It is the same word jesus used in the sermon on the mount, often called the beatitudes.
The book of revelation is unique in that it is the only book of the bible with a direct blessing promised to those who read, hear and obey the truths it contains. It means to guard something, as one guards a precious object. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Yes, says the spirit, that they may rest from their labors, and their works.
The book of revelation includes a special blessing upon those people who read it. The blessing of continuing revelation to prophets and. The book of revelation is unique in that it is the only book of the bible with a direct blessing promised to those who publicly read it and their hearers. Revelation uses picture language pictures that describe various events and people often based on. The 7 blessings in the book of revelation biblical christianity.
The book of revelation offers a particular and unique blessing to those who read and keep the message of this book. This is the only book of the bible with such a direct promise of blessing for its public reading, hearing. These are all results of misunderstanding the book of revelation, and suffice it say, these things have not led to blessings. The blessing for the people who read revelation revelation 22.
The blessing is based on the five elements of the biblical blessing as mentioned in scripture. Mar 24, 20 be blessed as we read through revelation. Apr 16, 2016 blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book revelation 22. Sep 04, 2015 the book of revelation opens with a blessing for its reader, hearers, and keepers rev 1. Personal revelation is the profound blessing received following baptism when we are sanctified by the reception of the holy ghost.
Sep 04, 2010 the book of revelation offers a particular and unique blessing to those who read and keep the message of this book. So, for this blessing, it is not enough just to read the book. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. As we examine common misconceptions of revelation, take on the joy, peace and. Here are seven inspiring bible verses from the book of revelation revelation 1. Apr 28, 2018 the sixth blessing in revelation is a crucial one for all of us. This is a book not to merely satisfy the curiosity of the natural man but to live and act upon. They are many blessings from christ for reading and applying his words in revelation. Jan 02, 2020 the book of revelation is unique in that it is the only book of the bible with a direct blessing promised to those who publicly read it and their hearers. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. The seven blessings of revelation please open your bibles to the book of revelation, chapter 1.
I just finished reading through the whole bible again. By restoring the first century understanding, rabbi farrs aim is to put the blessing back into the book of revelation. The sixth blessing in revelation is a crucial one for all of us. Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Therefore, reading revelation should be a blessing. Read 5 ways reading the book of revelation will bless you not scare you by.
The book of revelation of jesus is the last book in the bible written by st. In fact, if the promises of revelation 2 and 3 are not restrictive, then we have what appears to be a contradiction between luke 19. How can one be blessed by reading a book that no one seems to understand. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
Nor can we deny that this book has been of immeasurable blessings to others. Christians agree that the bible contains many blessings, physical and spiritual. Revelation is the only book in the bible that motivates its readers by promising a blessing to those who read and obey itand a curse to. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. The book of revelation is the last book in the bible the only bible book with blessings for reading and hearing it the first book of the bible is genesis, the last being the book of revelation. The book of revelation is a blessing to each of us, because of the valuable information and the tremendous motivation we can get from it. In the circumstances of their life, the person may.
Of course, to hear gods word without obedience is folly james 1. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are written in it. John was the only one of the original apostles not killed for his faith in jesus christ. If you want to put the blessing back into revelation, watch for a new lesson each week. Mar 03, 2017 the blessings in the book of revelation by the lord and savior, jesus christ. The sevenfold blessing in the book of revelation faithlife. Introduction text blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it.
This means that before reading the book of revelation, you must have read all other books of the bible. If anyone adds anything to them, god will add to that person the plagues described in this scroll. All who believe in the divine, plenary, and verbal inspiration of. The following is an excerpt from the macarthur new testament commentary on revelation 1. As we examine common misconceptions of revelation, take on the joy, peace and comfort welling in this book of prophecy. The book of blessing, volume 1 kindle edition by robson, edward a. The seven blessings of the revelation disciples of hope. Blessed is the one who keeps the words of prophecy in this book. The book of revelation is written by the apostle john after christ appeared to him and gave him a revelation of the things to come in the end times. There are a total of 66 books in our bible, but there is only one book that promises some kind of a special blessing for those who will attempt to try and read it and keep the words, revelation, and knowledge that is contained in it and that one book is the very last book of the bible, the book of revelation. The 7 blessings in the book of revelation are the focus of this article.
Blessings from the prophetic word sermon by mike rickman. The apocalypse is the revelation of the coming one. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a blessing associated with it for those who will read itnot once but twice. Part 1 most do not know the book of revelation contains 7 blessings. Book of revelation chronological order pursuing intimacy.
A blessing is gods declaration of the good things that he is doing in a persons life. This is the only book of the bible with such a direct promise of blessing for its public reading, hearing, and. One might almost have supposed that a blessing had been pronounced on those who do not read and do not hear the prophecy. Understanding the book of revelation rob dalrymple. The book of revelation is by far one of the most challenging books in the bible, yet well worth the effort to study and comprehend. Seventh blessing blessed are those who do his commandments, that they may have the right to the tree of life, and may enter through the gates into the city revelation 22. Fortunately, john didnt say that we had to understand everything in the book of revelation to be blessed. There are some difficult things in this book, that may only be understood as we look back at fulfilled prophecy. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are. And the smoke of the incense, which came with the prayers of the saints, ascended up before god out of the angels hand.
Please open your bibles to the book of revelation, chapter 1. Discover how the lord your god will bless those who will spend the time to read and study from the book of revelation. Audio studies of the book of revelation kehilat sar shalom. That which is a revelation in reference to christ is a prophecy in reference to john. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Seven blessings in the book of revelation revelation, revelations. The 7 blessings in the book of revelation biblical. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading revelation. The blessings in the book of revelation by the lord and savior, jesus christ. Many believe there is a difference in the new testament between entrance into heaven and being an heir of the kingdom cf. The book of revelation can be daunting and confusing to read, with its vivid imagery and sounds. God will bless those who read the book of revelation. My precious brother was seeking guidance from the lord as to how to respond to our dear father, who did not want my brother to serve a. What are the seven blessings of the book of revelation.
Here are the seven blessings found in the book of revelation. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. The book with a blessing kindle edition by wheatley, sylvia. The value of studying revelation to many, the book of revelation is a closed book.
It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Mar 19, 2019 the book of revelation is by far one of the most challenging books in the bible, yet well worth the effort to study and comprehend. Blessed is the one who heeds and takes to heart and remembers the words of the prophecy contained in this book. A blessing is gods declaration of the good things that he is. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. The blessing by john trent meet your next favorite book. 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.
The book of revelation was written to reveal the person and work of christ in connection with a specific time in history. For several months weve been looking at the first public words of jesus the 8 beatitudes beginning with matthew 5. Dec 28, 2018 blessed are those who read and study from the book of revelation. However, there are blessings that are often overlooked by the readers and these blessings are found in the last book of the bible. The seven blessings of the book of revelation a brief exegetical note. Blessing in the book of revelation of jesus disciples of hope. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The greek word for blessed is makarios which also means happy. Then i heard a voice from heaven saying to me, write. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw.