A Walk Through Revelation ~ Hardcover

Description

In “A Walk through Revelation,” Hardcover Ryan Brock offers an enlightening journey through one of the most enigmatic books of the Bible. Written to inspire critical thinking, this book aims to help readers understand the Book of Revelation in an entirely new way. Brock shares his profound insights and encourages readers to delve deeper into the text, fostering the development of their own thoughts and ideas about the visions and prophecies found within.

More than just an exploration of biblical passages, “A Walk Through Revelation” serves as an invitation for self-reflection. Brock’s narrative urges readers to look within themselves and contemplate their spiritual journey, ensuring that they are indeed children of God and destined for heaven. With a unique blend of scholarly perspective and personal reflection, this book is designed to provoke thoughtful analysis and inspire a deeper, more personal connection to the divine revelations.

Join Ryan Brock in this transformative exploration and discover a fresh perspective on the timeless messages of the Book of Revelation. Whether you’re a seasoned theologian or a curious seeker, “A Walk Through Revelation” promises to enrich your understanding and spiritual growth.

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Introduction-

 

The Book of Revelation is unique as it is the only book of prophecy in the New Testament. While the gospels record the prophecies Jesus made about future events, the Book of Revelation focuses on what is to come, encouraging readers to stay focused on eternal life while also warning about the potential consequences for those who do not believe.

It was written by the apostle John who also wrote the Gospel of John and the Epistles of 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd John. This is the very same John who walked with Jesus witnessing His baptism, ministry, death, resurrection, and ascension to heaven. While some argue the apostle John being the writer based on differences in style between this writing and John’s other writings, this is insufficient as the types of writing are different. His gospel was history writing while his epistles were letters to acquaintances. This is a writing of what God revealed to Him about what is to come.

The date of authorship is interesting. Some argue for an early date of around A.D. 55 while others argue for a later date, around A.D. 90. Early church writers seem to agree with a later date. Also, the decline of the seven churches would be too drastic for it to have occurred in the 50’s. Even if it would have begun at the time of Paul’s death (A.D. 65-67) it would take time for them to fall into such a state. The early dates given would be before Paul’s death.

While the writing is addressed to the seven churches which will be discussed in chapters 2 and 3 it is really written to all of us. We are living in a world where the church has fallen into a state of disrepair. The activities of each of these seven churches are continuing today. And since God is unchanging, we know that this letter equally applies to the churches today.

As always, I am more interested in what the writing says to us today. How can we apply it to our walks and service to God. We will explore this topic as we move through the chapters beginning with an introduction (chap. 1) followed by a set of warnings to the seven churches (chaps. 2-3). After this John explains what was revealed to him in his vision, beginning with the Throne Room of Heaven (chap. 4). This is followed by an explanation of the scroll (chap. 5).

We are then given a view of six of the seven seals (chap, 6) and the sealed of Israel (chap. 7) before he reveals the seventh seal and the trumpets (chaps. 8-9). We see the Little Book (chap. 10), the two witnesses and the seventh trumpet (chap. 11). John then discusses the vision of the woman, the child, and the dragon (chap. 12). He then continues revealing the ever-intensifying events of the tribulation speaking of the beasts of the sea and earth (chap. 13). This is followed by the reaping of the earth (chap. 14) and the bowl judgments (chaps. 15-16).

The topic does not get any easier as he continues to reveal the events of the end of time speaking of the scarlet woman and beast (chap. 17), the fall of Babylon (chap. 18), and the exultation of heaven over Babylon as Christ returns on a white horse (chap. 19). He begins closing out the letter by discussing the events of the thousand-year reign of Christ (chap. 20) and the renewing of the earth (chap. 21) before he closes with an epilogue full of warnings (chap, 22).

The simple reality is that I could never begin to cover all that is revealed in this book in so short of writing. Yet I will seek to help us gain an understanding of the Book of Revelation and why it applies so strongly to us and our walks today. Of course, of most importance is how we can use it to strengthen our faith and improve our walk as we seek to serve God in all we do.

I want to be clear that I have not gone into an exhaustive explanation of the topics. There is much more that could be said. However, I would rather inspire you to dig deeper into the Scriptures and seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit for the truths.

That is what a proper exegetical study of the Scriptures is all about. I want them to speak to you and let them tell you what the meaning of it all is. After all, we all need to be more like the Bereans who “received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so” (Acts17:11). Don’t just take my word for any of it, seek the meaning from the God and expand your understanding of His word.