Notes to Help
Study the Book of Revelation for it is “The Revelation of Jesus Christ …” (Rev 1:1). It is both a revelation from Jesus and about Jesus. It tells of His central role in the salvation of His people and His vindication of the character of God and in it He tells of the events coming upon this earth in the near future as the process of salvation is brought to completion.
This series of pages will include notes from research and insights shared during a weekly, in-depth study of the book of Revelation. If your desire is to study the book of Revelation and understand its messages, you will find the information linked to here a great help. There is both simple information – think of it as Revelation for Dummies – and pages dealing with topics in considerable depth. In some cases, alternative viewpoints will be presented and I will try to not be too dogmatic on such items as whether the 144,000 of chapter 7 is referring to a literal or figurative number.
No claim is made that the information on these pages is 100% correct. We are all advancing in our understanding of Bible truth. You are urged to study for yourself and to diligently compare scripture with scripture.
Each entry below will become a link when the page is completed (and many related pages will be added) – this may take a year or more. We are just finishing our study of chapter 6 and the earlier pages need to be edited and loaded. Check back to see when there are more pages completed or subscribe to my monthly Prophecy Newsletters to be notified of new pages and prophecy updates.
There will be a page or more for each chapter and additional pages of information related to topics in Revelation. Studies may contain links to other pages with further information.
As you study the book of Revelation keep in mind the following promise:
“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.” (Rev 1:3)
Where is Revelation 11's court of the Gentiles? There is no temple on earth today. How could it be trodden underfoot?
Divine protection was provided by God in several Biblical wilderness experiences. Learn what they had in common.
Ephesus, in Bible times, was a center for worship of the goddess Diana. In Pauls' time, it also became an important center for Christianity.
Jesus in the Wilderness. Compared to heaven this whole earth is a wilderness
Jesus' Second Coming has been spoken of as though it is about since the days of the apostles, and even before. But it is getting ever closer.
The Kings and priests of Revelation 5 are spoken of as taking part in judgment. Who are they judging? Where and when does this take place?
The church in Laodicea came under stern rebuke for its faults but was still the object of God's loving concern.
Other inhabited planets are indicated in scripture. Here is a look at the evidence.
The message to Pergamos in Revelation chapter 2 includes warnings against holding the doctrines of Balaam and of the Nicolaitans.
The Church of Philadelphia received no warning and no rebuke. They were told to hold fast till the Second Coming.
Revelation Chapter 1 was given for us to understand what is coming and Who is coming and the events that will lead up to the Second Coming.
Revelation chapter 10 mentions the little book of Daniel and says that there will be 'no more delay' - let's get on with the judgment.
Revelation chapter 11 describes two witnesses referred to as Moses and Elijah. Is it them in the flesh or in symbol?
Revelation chapter 12 is one of the hardest chapters of Revelation to understand. There are many possible meanings.
Satan was cast out of heaven but Revelation 12 seems to speak of this happening at different times in history.
The blood of the Lamb, the Lamb of God is the means given to the people of God to be overcomers of the enemy.
Revelation chapter 13 includes the Mark of the Beast and the number 666. Most people don't have a clue what that is about.
Revelation 13 speaks of the number of the beast and the mark of the Beast. But there is yet another nasty beast described in this chapter.
In Revelation Chapter 14, strong warnings are given against the worship of the beast and his image and the reception of his mark and his number, 666.
The patience of the saints will be much needed as they faithfully endure the difficult waiting preceding the Second Coming.
Revelation 14 includes the first angel's message to fear God and given glory to Him for the hour of His judgment is come.
Revelation 14:8 Babylon is fallen, is fallen, that great city, because she made all nations drink of the wine of the wrath of her fornication.
