These things saith he that hath the seven spirits of god, and. Bible study tools bible questions and answers who is jezebel in revelation 2 verse 20. This effort, brought to you by ken wade, is full of lifechanging content that connects the mysteries of the book of revelation, chapter 3 to. H e who has the seven spirits of god and the seven stars, says this. Revelation chapter 3 explained discover revelation. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. The hebrews considered holiness as the garb of the soul, and evil actions as stains or spots on. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. If you do not wake up, i will come like a thief, and you will not know the hour when i will come upon you. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment. He that hath an ear, let him hear what the spirit saith unto the churches. The rapture is a future event at the time of this writing, but is an eminent event. Chapter 3 of 22 explained kjv, this sermon by tyler doka goes verse by verse through revelation 3 to give you a deep understanding of end times bible prophecy.
The lord jesus christ handles each church by name and by deeds. And as the members of the church were all enrolled, or their names entered in a book, when admitted into the church or when baptized, names are here put for the people themselves. 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 3 letters. I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance.
Revelation 3 is the third chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. I know your deeds, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. Book of revelation chapter 3 receive the revelationbe prepared current events confirm that we are in the last days. Revelation 10 new international version niv the angel and the little scroll. In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 1. I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. The title of johns book comes from the first three words recorded. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. The hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try them that dwell upon the earth revelation 3.
Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. A divine journal records the names of all those whom god has. The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. Revelation 3 kjv and unto the angel of the church in bible gateway. The term apokalupsis is revelation, manifestation, appearing, or unveiling. All four of these were commended for certain accomplishments, and all but smyrna were criticized for certain shortcomings. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 3 letters to. The book of revelation explained volume 3 p reface you will noti ce th at the b ook of reve lation e xplained, volume 3, begins with chapter 8, not chapter 1, and ends at the conclusion of chapter 11. They deal with seven specific churches in asia minor, although the issues that those churches were dealing with can also be found in the christian church today. Each letter makes some reference to the vision noted in chapter one. Revelation 3 and to the angel of the church in sardis. Our fifth lesson is the fifth letter to the fifth church, which is the church of sardis, which begins chapter three in our book of revelation, and we shall deal with these sections of the letter.
Book of revelation chapter 3 bible prophecy revealed. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Revelation 2 3 new international version niv to the church in ephesus. Each letter represents the church historically, doctrinally, and individually. Sardisthe ancient capital of lydia, the kingdom of wealthy croesus, on the river pactolus.
I know that you cannot tolerate wicked people, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my father and his angels. Revelation 3 jesus letters to the churches continued. 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. With a account you will be able to save items to read and study later. Revelation chapter 3 king james version 1 and unto the angel of the church in sardis write. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that. He was robed in a cloud, with a rainbow above his head. The current phrase the book of revelation is at once connotative of the apocalypse of john on patmosbut the whole bible is the book of revelation from god to man, and is the culmination of a divine pattern and policy of gods communication with man. Revelation 3 niv to the church in sardis to the bible gateway. A summary of each chapter in the book of revelation. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
I shall not blot that name out of the book of life, but acknowledge it in the presence of my father and his angels. Revelation 3, new king james version nkjv the bible app. He planted his right foot on the sea and his left foot on the land, 3. When the little book was opened, the seven thunders revealed its message. Notably, this power was offered to the apostle peter, as well as to every living saint. Useful bible studies revelation commentary study guide. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate. I shall not blot that name out of the book of life, but acknowledge it in the presence of my father and his angels 6 let anyone who can hear, listen to what the spirit is saying to the.
The next two chapters of revelation deal with the things which are. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The revelation of john, a servant of god, which was given unto him of jesus christ in the bible appendix. Sardis was a city of commerce that was noted for its carpet industry and was a very wealthy city. 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. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Revelation 3 bible commentary matthew henry concise. I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. Revelation chapter 2 began a series of messages intended for specific churches in the region of asia minor. To the church in ephesus to the angel of the church in ephesus write. There is a book of life, and it determines if we go to heaven or hell. Revelation 1, new international version niv the bible app.
Apokalupsis iesou christou, revelation of jesus christ. Revelation 3 niv bible to the angelof the church in. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. I know your works, that you have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. A good example of how we should take this warning seriously is the life of a man named charles templeton. Latest video news updates form theologians and bible teachers on the book of revelation chapter 3. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. Whether the person was a real person or a metaphorical reference, the message is clear. In revelation chapter 3, we continued with the last 3 of the 7 churches. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. 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. In all cases, the person speaking to the churches is jesus christ. Revelation, chapter 3 king james version christian answers.
Christ s letters to churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum and thyatira. David guzik commentary on revelation 3 continues the letters jesus wrote to the seven. Sardis was also one of the oldest cities in asia minor. These things saith he that hath the seven spirits of god, and the seven stars. The one who has the seven spirits of god and the seven stars says this. Christs letters to churches in sardis, philadelphia and laodicea. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 3. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Christ s letters to churches in sardis, philadelphia and laodicea.
Remember therefore how you have received and heard. Download this talk right click and save link as download audio of chapter 3 sardis. Revelation chapter 3 explained book of revelation each. Revelation 3 explained dramatic movie chapter 3 gideon.
Book of revelation chapter 3 the way, the truth and the life series, and its prophetic meaning, is shared with you below. These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of david, he that openeth, and no man shutteth. Christs letters to churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum and thyatira. Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john. Revelation 1, revelation 2 and revelation 3 form a group of chapters that relate to the lords relationship with the church and describe the church age before the rapture of the church. The first four, already discussed, were ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, and thyatira. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Revelation 3, new american standard bible nasb the bible app.