Revelation: The Compassion and Protection of Christ

by Paul Gardner

Publisher:

Christian Focus

, 2002

Overview

For each section of the Bible, the Focus on the Bible Commentaries summarize the passage of Scripture, including the intentions of the authors, the historical and cultural environment, and the questions and issues raised by a particular passage. But most importantly, the Focus on the Bible Commentaries brings you into the heart of the Bible, by explaining Scripture in an accessible way that makes sense for daily Christian living.

It is ironic that a book called Revelation remains probably the most obscure of all the books of the Bible. Many Christians have never ventured further than the first three chapters and others have studied its intricacies and the split churches that resulted wished that they hadn't! For those who already love the book of Revelation this commentary will take you a little deeper and stimulate thinking about how the teaching should be applied to the modern church.

What’s more, with the Logos edition, Scripture passages are linked to your favorite English translation for quick reference, or to your Greek and Hebrew texts for original-language study! That gives you quick access to the message of the Bible as you study it! You can also read the Revelation: The Compassion and Protection of Christ along with your Bible dictionaries, encyclopedias, and the wealth of other Bible study tools in your digital library. This commentary will serve as a vital aid for sermon preparation, for personal and group Bible study, and for anyone looking to apply the text of Scripture to practical Christian life.

Key Features

• Chapter-by-chapter commentary
• Accessible and readable exposition
• Eminently useful for preaching, teaching, and both personal and group Bible study

Contents

Top Highlights

“Verse 3 begins with the word and indicating a direct link with the discussion of the persecution of the church in verse 2. We are now shown God’s people have been ‘measured’ for their protection. They are to ‘witness’ even to the point of death. Thus it seems right to understand the two witnesses as standing symbolically for the truth of the witness of the church.” (Page 153)

“The opening of the scroll of God’s purposes is not just about finding someone morally good enough to do this job, but about finding someone with the authority to open the scroll in the sense of putting it into effect.” (Page 80)

“The mortal wound shows that Satan has been defeated, and yet he is permitted by God to live on for a while” (Page 179)

“Even while God sits on the judgment throne, he is surrounded by his own covenant promises.” (Page 70)

“Secondly, compromise with our society is unacceptable” (Page 50)

Praise for the Print Edition

Paul Gardner has given us an in-depth, but clear, approach . . . His insights into the meaning of this book will touch every dimension of the Christian life.

—Richard L. Pratt, Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando

Product Details

• Title: Revelation: The Compassion and Protection of Christ
• Author: Paul Gardner
• Publisher: Christian Focus
• Publication Date: 2008
• Pages: 320

About Paul Gardner

Paul D. Gardner (Ph.D. Cambridge University) taught for seven years at Oak Hill Theological College after his ordination, and then moved to parish ministry in Cheshire. In 2003 he was appointed Archdeacon of Exeter. He has published a number of books and articles, including a commentary on 2 Peter and Jude in the Focus on the Bible Commentaries (32 Vols.).