The end of days has been a hot topic recently since the end of the mayan calendar is fastly approaching 21 dec 2012. What the book of revelation reveals about the end times. They will hate the prostitute and will make her devastated and. Jan 02, 2020 the timing of this event, according to most bible scholars, is at the end of the year period called the millennium. A biblical scholar has stepped forward to explain the real meaning of the good books apocalyptic verses amid fears the end of the world is nigh. The teaching company shmoop helpfully rounded up some of the terrible things that happen to people unlucky enough to live in the world described by revelation. The four riders were first envisaged in the bibles book of revelation. Penned by john of patmos, the book of revelation describes the.
The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Browne takes a realistic look at the end of days and what we can expect. During these years, christ will reign on earth as king in jerusalem, sitting on the throne of david luke 1. A history of the end of the world chronicles the history of the book of revelations and its impact on western civilization. The timing of this event, according to most bible scholars, is at the end of the year period called the millennium. Therefore, actually knowing him is the most important thing to understand about the end times. The end time in the book of revelation in the gospel accounts jesus gave a brief summary of the events and conditions leading up to his return. The book of revelationa revealing of the futureis history written in advance. Sixty years passed before he revealed more of the specifics about the end time to the apostle john. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. The book of revelation or apocalypse is the last book of the new testament and of the bible and speaks of the end times. May 11, 2014 a history of the end of the world chronicles the history of the book of revelations and its impact on western civilization. Does the bible prophesy a oneworld government and a one.
One of the key elements of kirschs arguments focuses on how the book of revelations, and the belief in the end of the world, feeds the psychological needs of the believer. One catastrophe that is prophesied to occur at the end of the age matthew 24. Why preacher fears end of world in 2020 after prophecies fulfilled. The rest of the book, really the last half of the book is about the overthrow of this system. It forecasts the apocalypse, which means the final destruction of the world with events of catastrophic scale. King james version the bible calls this time period the last days and the time of the end, or end times. Does the book of revelation confirm the sequence of events of. However, the growth in religious pluralism, interfaith dialogue that promotes the idea that all religions are equal, and the erroneous teachings that many ways lead to god or to heaven all exist today. The original audience of the book of revelations were early christians who still felt the sting of persecution. The book of revelations refers to the second coming image. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. The bible does not use the phrase oneworld government or oneworld currency in referring to the end times.
The book of revelation is the final book of the bible in which john the apostle outlined his visions of the end times. The event usually referred to as the end of the world eschaton is described in 2 peter 3. In his apocalyptic vision in the book of revelation, the apostle john. Easytoread version the following are some outstanding features of lastdays, or. The book of revelation by the apostle john outlines the end of the world and the second coming of jesus christ. Ad iran tensions could fulfill prophecies about the. The prophecies of the book of revelation are among the most important parts of the bible, and understanding these words is a crucial component of understanding how the end times will unfold. The end times basically hinge on the return of jesus christ and his judgment of humanity and the world. Dec 18, 2019 a biblical preacher outrageously warned that 2020 could be the end of the world after wildly claiming several prophecies from the book of revelation have been fulfilled, meaning humanity is living. Revelation explained part 1 jesus unveiled revelation is. Shamain webster, who lives in the suburbs outside of dallas, has seen the signs of a coming apocalypse for a while now, just as the bible. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Jul 09, 2006 the end of the world does not mean the destruction of the earth.
What are some signs of the end times according to revelations. The first four of the seven represent events beginning in the days of the apostles and leading up to the time of the end. The end time in the book of revelation united church of god. This is not the end of the world, say those who study. But the apocalypse is not here, doomsday prophesiers say.
Its somewhat less used these days, but it is still around and it tends to look at, especially, the end of the world, as the kind of final event thats described in the book of revelation and also. What does the book of revelation say about the end of the. So what exactly does the bibles book of revelation say about the end times. I cant sleep i keep thinking about this what if, with everything thats going on, the world really is coming to an end. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has. Mar 07, 2012 the book of revelation, the final book of the new testament, has some of the most dramatic and frightening language in the bible.
The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in unfamiliar and extravagant. The reason is that jesus christ, the lord, intervenes in a powerful way at this time to take over the world. The scripture reveals many terrible events that will supposedly precede the second. Coronavirus is bringing a plague of dangerous doomsday. Why is revelation, the last book of the bible, so different from the rest of the text. The book of revelation is unique, in that it describes a series of visions that may or may be taken literally. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. You thought revelation was about the end of the world. Revelation 21 niv a new heaven and a new earth then i.
Oct 09, 2017 a biblical scholar has stepped forward to explain the real meaning of the good books apocalyptic verses amid fears the end of the world is nigh. It describes in detail the events leading up to christs return, then tells us what will happen beyond that time. The book of revelation may hold vital clues about the coronavirus epidemic if outrageous claims made by christian hardliners are to be believed. But they are just looking forward to the end, not the end itself. The book of revelation describes the seven trumpets and the seven bowls as seven first plagues and seven last plagues. Have the 7 seals of the book of revelation been opened. Mar 22, 2020 the four horsemen of the apocalypse war, strife, famine and death ride over the earth, leaving destruction in their wake.
There is an increase in false prophecy, and these authorities seek to persecute christians. A biblical preacher outrageously warned that 2020 could be the end of the world after wildly claiming several prophecies from the book of revelation have been fulfilled, meaning humanity is. Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. What if revelation is not about end times, but rather a. 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. Although containing many errors, this documentary clearly shows that johns book was intended for. This coronavirus originated in china and seems related to the wildlife trade there. Its actual name is sarscov2, although that is seldom used by the press. Jesus opens, in revelation 6, the seven seals on the scroll of prophecy. The specific one world religion of the end times cannot be fully developed until the tribulation when the antichrist rules. Apr 15, 2019 the bibles book of revelation is basically a fever dream of epic proportions.
In the final chapters of the bible, the four horsemen of the apocalypse will arrive to destroy vast swathes of the planet. Other false gods appear and claim christs authority. The book of revelation gives us a few details about what this time period will entail. Was god sending a message to me about the end of the world, taken straight from the pages of the book of revelation. The entire book of revelation is devoted to the end of the world detailing gods judgments unleashed onto the earth plague by plague. Getty christians believe it will mark the end of the world image. Additional signs of the end times are nations warring with other nations. If you would like to learn more on this subject, see knowing god personally or begin your investigation by reading the bible section called john. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Everyone has heard of the four horsemen of the apocalypse, but less well known are the horses of. However, the growth in religious pluralism, interfaith dialogue that promotes the idea that all religions are equal, and the erroneous teachings that many ways lead to.
In the final chapters of the bible, the four horsemen of the apocalypse will arrive. Aug 04, 2009 why is revelation, the last book of the bible, so different from the rest of the text. The book of revelation, the final book of the new testament, has some of the most dramatic and frightening language in the bible. Revelation is the last book of the bible and is a prophetic book. These 14 events will not happen in random order nor will they be random manifestations of nature. 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.
Characterized by kirsch, and in the minds of many readers rightfully so, as the single scariest book in the bible and arguably in all of judeochristian writing, revelations is a strange book that is both at odds with the rest of the bible and yet surprisingly the. What does the bible say about the end of the world eschaton. For many will come in my name, claiming, i am the messiah, and will deceive many. The book of revelation is a revealing of jesus christ in glory. The beast, the false prophet, who has the number 666, the antichrist, is. Jun 09, 2014 the prophecies contained in the book of revelation are key end time revelations which we must prepare ourselves for, as the end time is happening now. First, god will destroy organized false religion, portrayed as a prostitute named babylon the great. 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. The bible talks about a time when disease epidemics, matthew 24. Aug 06, 20 revelations battle of armageddon and the seven last plagues revelations ancient discoveries duration. This is not the end of the world, say those who study christian.
Around 95ad, the apostle john wrote end time prophesies in the book of revelation. This is what the bibles terrifying end of the world. Gods wrath will be on the earth, the beast will be revealed, and plagues and suffering will occur. The bible isnt the first book you might turn to for gratuitous violence, but its definitely in there. My guest, elaine pagels, is the author of a new book about what she describes as the strangest book in the.
First, a caller to my radio show asked if we might be in the first phase of the breaking of. What does the bible say about the end of the world. What if revelation is not about end times, but rather a guide to how we create heaven on earth, right now. This is the culmination of a series of events called the day of the. Churches in the city, including those honouring the christian sabbath, have been banned from providing service to prevent the virus spread, which may now be fulfilling a chilling end of days prophecy from the book of revelation publication sabbath truth reports. 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. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. Three angels broadcasting network 3abn 1,212,524 views 58. In short, we have not yet reached the end of the world. The same, unusual subject came up three times on the same day, this past monday, may 11. Most of these revelationfocused prophesiers dont see coronavirus as heralding the second coming and the end of life on earth as we know it. You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Johns vision of the lords day begins in revelation 4. Bible verses about end of the world king james version.
The bible indicates in revelation that seven trumpets will sound before the end of the age and the second coming of jesus christ. However literal the prophecies may or may not be, the point is clear. How can anyone be in heaven knowing others are in hell. Throughout chapters eight and nine, he prophesies milestones, or seals, that marks the end of days. Many verses in revelation apply to life today, whether we are living in the midst of one of the. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Heres the big ol story behind the bibles book of revelation. It describes the fiery end of the world, and the book of revelation can be interpreted a lot of different ways. Five of the seven have already sounded as evidenced by critical moments in recent history, and a third world war, which is the triggering event of the sixth trumpet, may have already begun.
Mar 24, 2020 the world health organization has given this particular coronavirus the acronym covid19 for coronavirus disease 2019. The end of the world will be preceded by widespread pestilence and plague, niche christian groups reading the bibles book of. Revelation explained part 1 jesus unveiled revelation. For people of many faiths, and even none at all, it can feel lately like the end of the world is near. This is why this endtime period is called the lords day. World refers to the people alienated from god and this wicked system of things, false religion,commercial empire, and the governments of the earth. The bible describes events and conditions that would mark the conclusion of the current system of things, or the end of the world. The entire book is devoted to the end of the world detailing gods judgments unleashed onto the earth plague by plague. According to jeremiah jaques from the philadelphia church of god website, the book of revelation is about. He notes that the book is written for an oppressed audience.
Dec 17, 2019 the book of revelation is unique, in that it describes a series of visions that may or may be taken literally. The four horsemen of the apocalypse war, strife, famine and death ride over the earth, leaving destruction in their wake. Be sure to look up and read these scriptures and surrounding passages in your bible. According to the book of revelation, in the end times, an antichrist figure heads the government. It does, however, provide ample evidence to enable us to draw the conclusion that both will exist under the rule of the antichrist in the last days. In the final chapters of the bible, the four horsemen of. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Biblical preacher greg sereda believes the earth is now just one step away from opening the seventh of the seals, which will apparently mark the. John then describes events and trends to take place during the period before the 3 1. What is the oneworld religion described in revelation.
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