Has anyone done a study of Revelations through a Bible study?

I would like to do one so that I can truly understand it.

Has anyone done a study of Revelations through a Bible study?
I taught it for over a year, vs. by vs. to our church adult bible study group two or three times and private study vs. by vs. twice and still learning each time something new.It is mainly about the Tribulation period under the antichrist and of God's wrath poured out at that time but the end of it is so comforting.It is terrifying to unbelievers who will go through it because they reject the gift Jesus gave to"whosoever will..." on calvary.Believers will be raptured prior to this time which all the pasters I have discussed this with believe we are now in the "end times" leading up to the coming of the antichrist who will deceive the jews and be kind to them for 3 and 1/2 years and then turns on them and all who will not take the mark of the beast (666)will be put to death, not able to do business of buying or selling,etc.True also of gentiles living at that time who refuse to bow down and worship him.





I have many study sources and one should always compare scriptures with scriptures for a b etter understanding. Your paster can direct you to helpful study sources as some are not reliable. I have a 20 plus large loose leaf notebook set of varous books of the bible geared for ministers that has been invaluable in vs. by vs. study of the Old and New Testament and rely on it heavely and it is written by several men and not just one. If I have doubts I check it against my KJV along with other bible versions but too many commentaries can be confusing so keep it simple and pray the Holy Sprirt to lead you in the study of God's word at all times, always.





The devil does not want anyone to study this book because it tells of his ending and he does not want truth revealed for "the truth will set us free". So he tries to make it too hard to understand and it has many symbols in it but once we understand those, it is a real breakthrough. God wants people to study it who really want to know His final plans and what it means to the unredeemed as well as to those of us who will be with Him eternally. I can't wait! John Hagee on TBN gives studies on it and has books and he is the only pastor I trust and watch on that network.He teraches the bible, not his ideas.





The Hal Lindsey series, Left Behind is fiction based on scriptures and is not my favorite by far.But it has helped some who know nothing of the bible. Don't give satan the victory by letting him sccare you off from studying it.It is so interesting and so powerful. God bless yhou Peapie.
Reply:unfortunately they have but few realize there is just not much to understand so they let their imaginations run wild instead .


If I had some weird dreams and published them would you do the same .
Reply:Dear peapie,





In Bible school we did a verse-by-verse study of it. My suggestion for you would be to find a very biblically solid preacher- and purchase their series on it- and follow their tapes in your Bible.





Actually to study Revelation verse-by-verse there are quite a number of OT books you have to study first along with the Olivet Discourse in Matthew.





But i think that you can definetly learn a lot of the basics. I personally find Jon Courson and Bob Coy to be very practical easy to understand preachers who do a good job expositing verses!





Hope that helps. Kindly,





Nickster





PS: I think it's important to understand the different end time views- so you can understand why people believe what they believe- and which end time view is the most biblically supported.





PPS: Bless you in your studies- Revelation Chapter 1 actually has a promise that reading the book of Revelation will lead to blessing in understanding it-- so it's a very God pleasing endeavor!
Reply:Greetings Dear Friend,





Good for you, for wanting to read/understand the "last" Book in God's Holy Word.





However, just to let you know, it is not...pronounced Revelations with an "s." It is pronounced, "Revelation" with no... "s." The word Revelation is singular, not plural. The word Revelation means: "God's disclosure to (John) man of Himself." The correct title of this book is, "The Revelation To St. John the Divine."





There are rewards for whomever reads Revelation. If you are interested in understanding the Book of Revelation, I don't personally know of a Bible study engaging in it. Our pastor did an in depth study of the last chapter of the Bible years ago.





However, there is a TV evangelist who has done a weekly study of Revelation, and I am sure that you can obtain the awesome wisdom God has blessed him with...for your benefit as well. His name is John Hagee and you can find him on line. His study is very basic for any level of Christian to understand. John Hagee is a very well known pastor in San Antonio, Texas.





God bless you dear friend on your wonderful journey with Christ Jesus, as you allow the Holy Spirit to teach you His Word.





Revelation 1:3 says, "Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein: for the time is at hand."





In His service,





lostnsavd...
Reply:I wish you well on what I think is a fascinating study - both as literature and some profound insights.





Barcklay (sp?) has a great study commentary on the book of Revelation that is very easy reading with all (or at least most) of the best available understandings and the different approaches. F.F. Bruce is another one that I thought was pretty good too - but the Barcklay study commentary is excellent and will give you lots of food for thought as well as inspiration for your journey.





Enjoy!
Reply:Yes and I assure you that God would not give us the book of revelation just to keep us guessing. The true followers of Jesus obey all of his commandments (that must include the sabbath according to James 2:10) also read Joh 14:15,21





The true followers of God will be able to help you using ONLY the bible because revelation is a prophetic book and THEY have the spirit of prophecy:





Rev 12:17 And the dragon was wroth with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.





Rev 19:10 And I fell at his feet to worship him. And he said unto me, See thou do it not: I am thy fellowservant, and of thy brethren that have the testimony of Jesus: worship God: for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.
Reply:read analyses by Bultman, and Gunkel


don't limit yourself to "party line" commentators, expand your range of understanding...


more often than not, the charismatic, literary, fundamentalist view point is the most INACCURATE translation/interpretation...





to "truly understand it" you need to expose yourself to as many views as possible....





good luck in your readings
Reply:Yes. for many years. Start with reading:


The late; Lester Summerell (He visited our church SA regularly). Not sure how to get books.





Barry Smith


Warning,


Second Warning


Final Warning
Reply:go to www.goforthministriescenter.com they are doing an in-depth study on Revelation now. Just started. It is on the Bible-Study pages. Best of luck in youstudies.
Reply:Yes my church and I have done a study of Revelation for years.





My faith and the Church I attend is based on the end times. (because that is the time we live in)





If I can answer a question or questions for you email me. That's why I'm here. I'll do my best for you.