It is christ who bids john write to the seven churches. Names of jesus in the book of revelation revelation bible study. Names of jesus in the book of revelation a virtuous woman. Youve heard of jesus as messiah, prince of peace, lamb of god but you probably havent spent much time digging into the truths these titles reveal about jesus. Yeshuajesus is given many names and titles in the book of revelation. Every other time the book refers to itself, it is as a prophecy v. The revelation of christ revelation 15 the prologue the introduction the marks of divinity in the book of revelation, jesus shows himself to be god just like his father. The names and titles of jesus christ the new testament mentions many names, titles, and characteristics of jesus christ.
Jesus christ our lord i thank god through jesus christ our lord. In the final moments of the message, i gave a quick tour of how god reveals himself in every book of the bible. Dec 06, 2001 this is a reference back to the revelation 1. The names of jesus in the book of revelation part 42 the. What are the different names and titles of jesus christ. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. Names and titles of jesus christ in the bible doctrine. Jesus christ is the central theme of the revelation. Revelation 1 commentary the revelation of jesus christ. Their commonality is that they all refer to jesus christ. The continue reading 150 titles of christ from the scriptures. Commentary on the book of revelation kindle edition by stefanovic, ranko.
Christ s identity and work are outlined by his various names in this great book. Two names and a variety of titles are used to refer to jesus in the new testament. The central theme of the apocalypse is given in the title to the book. It is the revelation of jesus christ which god gave him to show to his bondservants the things which must shortly take place rev. The names of almighty god yahweh of israel he is jesus.
So then with the mind i myself serve the law of god. Jesus is given many names and titles in the book of revelation science deceptions. The beginning of the gospel of jesus christ, the son of god. Names and titles of jesus a discipleship study, 190page. One of the intriguing questions discussed by scholars is the phrase of jesus christ iesou christou genitive case. This book is designed to help you focus on the various facets of jesus person, life, and mission so that your spirit will be transformed by an enriched prayer life, new momentum in. The name jesus means yahwehsaviour or the lord saves. The revelation of christ revelation 15 the prologue the introduction the marks of divinity. Section 1, jesus christ, god and king chapter 1, jesus christ revealed. The names of jesus new testament charts bible history. Names and titles of the lord jesus christ in the bible compiled by stephen ross.
Are only for those readers who have read the new revelation of the lord jesus christ, and, by their own free will and choice, have accepted its content and ideas as the true word of the lord jesus christ and made a decision to live in accordance with the precepts of the new revelation of the lord jesus christ. The title also appears at the very beginning of the book of mark. This title persisted among christians as the predominant perception of jesus for a. Christs identity and work are outlined by his various names in this great book. Christ standing in the midst of seven candlesticks with seven stars in his hand. The bible recognises jesus present kingship and presents the kingship. This study examines the many names of jesus christ in. The revelation of jesus christ which god gave him to show to his servants. In the book of revelation, jesus shows himself to be god just like his father. During my last message of the real questions people ask series, i ended it by teaching about the bible itself. The book is a revelation of the things which are and the things which shall be. In the bible a name or title can reveal many things about a person, his character, or events connected with his life. Aug, 2009 the book of revelation is full of names for jesus that describe who he is, such as faithful, king, alpha, omega, bright morning star.
The descriptions of jesus christ in revelation 2 and 3. Revelation from the latin revelatio means unveiling or disclosure and is a translation of the greek word apokalypsis, the transliteration of which is an alternative title for the book i. Focus is christ commentary a testimony of jesus christ. Aug 26, 2016 the book of revelation is full of names for jesus that help describe who he is. This book is designed to help you focus on the various facets of jesus person, life, and mission so that your spirit will be transformed by an enriched prayer life. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, first and last. Revelation chapter one,revelation chapter 22,comparison,repeated words,blessed,happy,read,keep,do,hear,jesus christ,revelation,book of revelation. We must fully understand that until the lord returns there are souls to reach and ministries of every sort to be performed. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. These bible verses refer to ten individuals in nehemiah 8. The genitive frequently is expressed in english by the preposition of, as in this textthus, of jesus christ.
Names and references are based on the king james version kjv of the holy bible. Titles of jesus in the gospel of john jesus christ. Then he strictly charged the disciples to tell no one that he was the christ. At this time, god the father will exalt jesus, his son, to the highest. It is not designed to teach anything other than give you a place to search from to find references to jesus in the bible. The new testament authors sometimes use titles that remind us of either the human nature or the divine nature in order to speak of the person of christ, even though the action mentioned may be done only bythe other nature than the one we might think of from the title.
Names and titles of jesus in the new testament wikipedia. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Mar 18, 2016 the only true beauty comes from a life fully surrendered to jesus christ. The messages to the seven churches of revelation 2 and 3 offer an interesting collection of names for jesus christ. It discloses the full character and identity of jesus of nazareth by lifting the veil. There is another theme in messianic prophecy the points to the righteousness and justice of the messiah. The title of jesus as one who holds the seven stars is used in two churches rev. Some titles, such as the savior, express christ s role within the theological framework of christianity, while others are primarily metaphorical.
Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. He is referred to as faithful and true in revelation 19. Lord jesus that if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the lord jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that god hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. Some titles of jesus are unique to the book of revelation. Beyond that, the primary message spread by the lord himself and his followers was to go directly to jesus himself, place a trustingsubmittingobedient faith in him and continue endure to the end for salvation mt. Nov 21, 2014 jesus from genesis to revelation 21 nov in appendix 1 of his book, the power of gods names, pastor and author includes a chart describing how jesus is portrayed in each book of the bible. The titles of jesus seen in revelation 1 are used when addressing the first six of the churches of asia but not when addressing the church in laodicea rev. Lamb of god but you probably havent spent much time digging into the truths these titles reveal about jesus. Each message begins with an explanation of who the message is from and in each case different terminology is used. It was the personal name of the lord and the most common name used to identify him. There are many different names for jesus used in the book of john. Section 2, letters to the seven churches, 23 chapter 2, ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira. The book of revelation is preeminently the revelation of jesus christ rev.
Names of christ in revelation revelation bible study. The book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament, and therefore also the final book of the christian bible. The focus of the book of revelation upon christ and his return to institute his perfect, earthly kingdom can be seen in the numerous titles which john records. Apr 25, 2014 this study examines the many names of jesus christ in the book of revelation.
Jesus christ who is the faithful witness revelation chapter. I have also presented hotlinks to the scriptures from which they are drawn for your further study. In particular, two truths concerning the divine nature of jesus are presented in revelation chapter one. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading revelation of jesus christ. Verse 1 the revelation of jesus christ is the subject of this book. Names, titles, descriptions and symbols of jesus in the. What are the titles of jesus in the gospel of john.
This study examines the many names of jesus christ in the book of revelation. He is the most important key to understanding the book. The book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, the apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation of jesus christ from its opening words or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament, and therefore also the final book of the christian bible. List of scriptural names of jesus christ references. Names or titles of jesus in the book of revelation. Thus it is seen that though the rise and fall of earths. Revelation is a book which presents the great revealing. He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth 1 peter 2. Jun 01, 2019 in lesson 4 of our study of the book of revelation, pastor james knox examines the descriptions of jesus christ in revelation 1. As one prays and studies them, they amount to a minicatechesis of the lord jesus. Revelation chapter one, revelation chapter 22,comparison,repeated words,blessed,happy,read,keep,do,hear, jesus christ, revelation, book of revelation shanteria urps wisdom 101 bible study notebook bible study tools scripture study revelation bible study bible teachings bible scriptures cultura judaica bibel journal life quotes love. Jesus christ is the center of gods plan of salvation. The only true beauty comes from a life fully surrendered to jesus christ.
If this is true, then the names which god attributes to himself must be of great importance. One receives heightened awareness that this book of the revelation of jesus christ is a book vital to the understanding of biblical truth at this point in history in addition to being a text on how to feel safe and secure while endtime events unfold. Titles and teachings on jesus from the opening vision of the book of revelation in the office of readings we have been drawing from the book of revelation which, more than just a tourguide of the last days, is a book of glory describing the risen. The word revelation never occurs again in the book that has come to bear that name.
Jesus christs names, titles and characters study resources. Jesus from genesis to revelation 21 nov in appendix 1 of his book, the power of gods names, pastor and author includes a chart describing how jesus is. John is the writer, but jesus christ is the author, says grotius. 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. Who is jesus christ titles and names of jesus christ. Jun 25, 2019 in the bible and other christian texts, jesus christ is known by a variety of names and titles, from the lamb of god to the almighty to the light of the world. The book of revelation is full of names for jesus that describe who he is, such as faithful, king, alpha, omega, bright morning star. There are many, many titles of christ in both the new and old testaments. Scriptural names and descriptions of the lord and saviour jesus christ.
Names or titles of jesus in the book of revelation print out this handy list of the 36 names and titles of jesus found in the book of revelation. Seven i am statements of jesus in the book of john and the. Jesus revealed genesis through revelation christs character is described as who he is in each book of the bible. Names and titles of jesus a discipleship study, 190page book. The names of jesus new testament charts bible history online. Christ the revealing prophet, the lifegiving high priest, and the real ruler of mankind. The concluding book of the new testament begins in the following fashion. This document will focus only on the subject verses concerning jesus found in the bible. Titles and teachings on jesus from the opening vision of the book of revelation in the office of readings we have been drawing from the book of revelation which, more than just a tourguide of the last days, is a book of glory describing the risen lord jesus christ as king and lord of all history. Names and titles of jesus from the book of revelation. To help deepen the students understanding of these nametitles of jesus christ, you might read with the class the student manual commentaries for revelation 1. Jesus christ jesus christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever. There are nearly 100 descriptions of jesus in the book of revelation.