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Revelation 22:10
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Jesus Is Coming
9But he said to me, “Do not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers the prophets, and with those who keep the words of this book. Worship God!”10Then he told me, “Do not seal up the words of prophecy in this book, because the time is near.11Let the unrighteous continue to be unrighteous, and the vile continue to be vile; let the righteous continue to practice righteousness, and the holy continue to be holy.”
Sermons
Leonard Ravenhill
Carter Conlon
Zac Poonen
Carl Armerding
Denis Lyle
John F. WalvoordSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Seal not the sayings - Do not lay them up for future generations; they concern the present times; they must shortly come to pass, for the time is at hand. See above, Rev 22:6. What concerned the Jews was certainly at hand.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Seal not--But in Dan 12:4, Dan 12:9 (compare Dan 8:26), the command is, "Seal the book," for the vision shall be "for many days." The fulfilment of Daniel's prophecy was distant, that of John's prophecy is near. The New Testament is the time of the end and fulfilment. The Gentile Church, for which John wrote his Revelation, needs more to be impressed with the shortness of the period, as it is inclined, owing to its Gentile origin, to conform to the world and forget the coming of the Lord. The Revelation points, on the one hand, to Christ's coming as distant, for it shows the succession of the seven seals, trumpets, and vials; on the other hand, it proclaims, "Behold, I come quickly." So Christ marked many events as about to intervene before His coming, and yet He also says "Behold, I come quickly," because our right attitude is that of continual prayerful watching for His coming (Mat 25:6, Mat 25:13, Mat 25:19; Mar 13:32-37 [AUBERLEN]; compare Rev 1:3).
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he saith unto me,.... Not the angel, but Christ, as is manifest from Rev 22:12. This clause is left out in the Ethiopic version. Seal not the sayings of the prophecy of this book; as the orders are, when things are intended not to be published, but concealed, at least as yet, because of the distance of the accomplishment of them, which was not the case here; see Rev 10:4. Christ would have the things John saw and heard, written, and made public, sent in an open book, unsealed, to the churches, that they might be seen and read of all; that so the afflictions and persecutions of the people of God, both under Rome Pagan, and Rome Papal, might be known, and the saints not be offended at them when they came, but be prepared for them, to endure them patiently; and that they might be apprised of the errors and heresies that were to spring up, and of the appearance and wickedness of the man of sin, and his followers, and beware of them; and that they might have some assurance of the destruction of antichrist, and of the glorious state of the church, both in the spiritual and personal reign of Christ, and so be comforted in the midst of their tribulations, and rejoice in the faith and hope of these things. We may learn from hence, that the Scriptures in general are not to be locked up, and concealed from the common people, but lie open, and are to be read by all; and in particular, that this book is not so dark and obscure as it is thought to be: for the time is at hand; when the things in this book shall begin to be fulfilled; see Rev 1:1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
22:10 Do not seal up: The angel expands John’s initial instruction to “write in a book” (1:11) and warns against curtailing its communication. Although some things are sealed—God does not reveal everything (cp. 10:4)—what has been written must be communicated so that people will understand the seriousness of the message and that the time is near (see 1:1, 3; 22:6-7; cp. Dan 12:4).
Revelation 22:10
Jesus Is Coming
9But he said to me, “Do not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers the prophets, and with those who keep the words of this book. Worship God!”10Then he told me, “Do not seal up the words of prophecy in this book, because the time is near.11Let the unrighteous continue to be unrighteous, and the vile continue to be vile; let the righteous continue to practice righteousness, and the holy continue to be holy.”
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Strengthen Me Just Once - Alternate 2
By Leonard Ravenhill7.3K1:19:02SamsonJDG 16:6PSA 107:20DAN 12:4MAT 16:26LUK 9:23ACT 1:8REV 22:10In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a genuine experience with God that requires sacrifice and dedication. He compares the pursuit of spiritual anointing to the dedication of athletes and successful businessmen. The preacher also highlights the need for believers to agonize in prayer and seek the Holy Spirit's anointing through blood and fire. He warns against relying on material possessions and comforts, emphasizing the importance of a life fully surrendered to God. The sermon references the story of Gideon and Samson from the Bible to illustrate the power and impact of a spirit-anointed life.
When Liars Stand Before Gods Throne
By Carter Conlon4.0K58:58LiarsACT 20:26REV 22:10In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having an inward relationship with God and being led by the Holy Spirit. He encourages the congregation to have confidence in God, even in the face of adversity, knowing that no weapon formed against them can prevail. The preacher also criticizes the trend of churches becoming entertainment centers, where sin is not addressed and transformation is lacking. He warns that on judgment day, those who have deceived others with false teachings will be shocked and face tragic consequences. The sermon concludes with an invitation for new believers to receive Christ and join the church, as well as a reminder to encourage one another in the Lord.
Revelation - Part 2
By Zac Poonen2.1K52:09RevelationEXO 15:1DEU 32:42REV 22:1REV 22:7REV 22:10In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of books in ancient times, comparing them to scrolls and even a rolled-up videotape. The sermon then delves into the idea of a "videotape of memory" being played by God, where every aspect of a person's life is shown, including their thoughts, actions, and secret sins. The sermon also mentions the natural calamities and demonic forces that will be unleashed during the end times, as described in the book of Revelation. Finally, the sermon concludes with a discussion of the new Jerusalem and the importance of repentance and being cleansed by Jesus' blood to have one's sins blotted out.
Purifying Effect of Prophecy
By Carl Armerding1.2K37:00ProphecyMAT 6:33REV 22:7REV 22:10REV 22:16In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the blessings of having a family and grandchildren and the joy of introducing them to the Lord Jesus. He emphasizes the practicality of confessing one's sins to God and the impact it can have on one's life. The announcement of the coming of the Lord inspires fresh energy and a desire to invite those who are thirsty for spiritual fulfillment. The speaker also discusses the concept of rewards in Christianity and how it is legitimate to think about the rewards that God will give according to one's work.
All's Well That Ends Well
By Denis Lyle0REV 22:10Denis Lyle preaches on the remarkable life of Daniel, a man of unwavering faith and godly character who rose to prominence in a foreign land through his dedication to honoring God. Despite facing trials, persecution, and prophecies of future troubles for his people, Daniel remained faithful and received divine revelations. The sermon delves into the sealing of the book of Daniel for preservation and future understanding, the dialogue Daniel overhears between angels discussing future events, the difficulties Daniel faced in comprehending the prophecies, and the destiny Daniel anticipated, including his responsibility in the present, his resurrection in the future, and his reward at the end of days.
Concluding Revelations and Exhortations
By John F. Walvoord0REV 22:1REV 22:6REV 22:8REV 22:10REV 22:12REV 22:17REV 22:21John F. Walvoord preaches on the final chapters of Revelation, focusing on the glorious vision of the new Jerusalem and the eternal state. The pure river of the water of life flowing from the throne of God symbolizes eternal life and the outflow of the Spirit for believers. The tree of life in the midst of the city signifies eternal sustenance and healing, reminiscent of the Garden of Eden. The absence of curse in the new Jerusalem highlights the complete holiness and blessedness of the eternal kingdom. The blessedness of fellowship with God, the promise of reigning forever, and the urgency of Christ's imminent return are emphasized, urging believers to heed the prophecies and live in righteousness.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Seal not the sayings - Do not lay them up for future generations; they concern the present times; they must shortly come to pass, for the time is at hand. See above, Rev 22:6. What concerned the Jews was certainly at hand.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Seal not--But in Dan 12:4, Dan 12:9 (compare Dan 8:26), the command is, "Seal the book," for the vision shall be "for many days." The fulfilment of Daniel's prophecy was distant, that of John's prophecy is near. The New Testament is the time of the end and fulfilment. The Gentile Church, for which John wrote his Revelation, needs more to be impressed with the shortness of the period, as it is inclined, owing to its Gentile origin, to conform to the world and forget the coming of the Lord. The Revelation points, on the one hand, to Christ's coming as distant, for it shows the succession of the seven seals, trumpets, and vials; on the other hand, it proclaims, "Behold, I come quickly." So Christ marked many events as about to intervene before His coming, and yet He also says "Behold, I come quickly," because our right attitude is that of continual prayerful watching for His coming (Mat 25:6, Mat 25:13, Mat 25:19; Mar 13:32-37 [AUBERLEN]; compare Rev 1:3).
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he saith unto me,.... Not the angel, but Christ, as is manifest from Rev 22:12. This clause is left out in the Ethiopic version. Seal not the sayings of the prophecy of this book; as the orders are, when things are intended not to be published, but concealed, at least as yet, because of the distance of the accomplishment of them, which was not the case here; see Rev 10:4. Christ would have the things John saw and heard, written, and made public, sent in an open book, unsealed, to the churches, that they might be seen and read of all; that so the afflictions and persecutions of the people of God, both under Rome Pagan, and Rome Papal, might be known, and the saints not be offended at them when they came, but be prepared for them, to endure them patiently; and that they might be apprised of the errors and heresies that were to spring up, and of the appearance and wickedness of the man of sin, and his followers, and beware of them; and that they might have some assurance of the destruction of antichrist, and of the glorious state of the church, both in the spiritual and personal reign of Christ, and so be comforted in the midst of their tribulations, and rejoice in the faith and hope of these things. We may learn from hence, that the Scriptures in general are not to be locked up, and concealed from the common people, but lie open, and are to be read by all; and in particular, that this book is not so dark and obscure as it is thought to be: for the time is at hand; when the things in this book shall begin to be fulfilled; see Rev 1:1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
22:10 Do not seal up: The angel expands John’s initial instruction to “write in a book” (1:11) and warns against curtailing its communication. Although some things are sealed—God does not reveal everything (cp. 10:4)—what has been written must be communicated so that people will understand the seriousness of the message and that the time is near (see 1:1, 3; 22:6-7; cp. Dan 12:4).