Larry R. Helyer

Dr. Larry R. Helyer: Larry is Professor of Biblical Studies at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana. He received his doctorate in New Testament from Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California. He pastored Baptist churches in Portland, Oregon, and Sun Valley, California, before moving to the Midwest and teaching biblical studies at Taylor University for 28 years. He has taught a wide range of Bible courses covering both the Old and New Testaments and Jewish literature of the Second Temple. Larry has traveled extensively in the land of the Bible and lived in Israel for a year during his student days at Jerusalem University College.
Larry is author of two books, Yesterday, Today, and Forever: The Continuing Relevance of the Old Testament and Exploring Jewish Literature of the Second Temple Period: A Guide for New Testament Students. Larry has authored numerous journal and dictionary articles on biblical and theological subjects and has just finished a book on New Testament theology. He was the initial translator of 2 Samuel for the Holman Christian Standard Bible.

Articles & Books From Larry R. Helyer

Cheat Sheet / Updated 01-26-2026
If the Book of Revelation leaves you confused, you're not alone. To gain clarity, start by exploring its overall structure, the main ways it has been interpreted, the different views on the Millennial Kingdom described in Revelation 20, and the significant events that influenced the author. Taking this approach will help you make sense of the last book in the New Testament.
The Book of Revelation For Dummies
An approachable guide to the Apocalypse of John The Book of Revelation For Dummies, 2nd Edition walks you through one of the Bible's most fascinating, complex, and extraordinary books. Revelation, also commonly known as the End Times, is the final book of the New Testament. This guide decodes the purposes, key themes, and symbolism (such as seals, trumpets, bowls, and more)—exploring what this says about our past, present, and future and how it correlates to the rest of the Bible.
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Cheat Sheet / Updated 01-26-2026
If the Book of Revelation leaves you confused, you're not alone. To gain clarity, start by exploring its overall structure, the main ways it has been interpreted, the different views on the Millennial Kingdom described in Revelation 20, and the significant events that influenced the author. Taking this approach will help you make sense of the last book in the New Testament.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Reading the Book of Revelation can be challenging — the storyline twists and turns and isn't strictly chronological. The author of the Book of Revelation, Saint John the Divine, offers a transcription of seven letters and later describes strange beasts, visions of judgments, governments, demonic battles, heaven, and a new world order — a prophetic vision for the end of the world.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
John, who wrote the Bible's Book of Revelation, was the longest living Apostle; as such, he witnessed extraordinary changes in the political, social, religious, and economic world. The following historical events were significant to John the Apostle and his audience: First outbreak of persecution against Chri
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
The exact meaning of the Millenium, the 1,000 year reign that John speaks of in Revelation 20, is a centuries-old debate in Christian circles. One problem comes from the different interpretations concerning the meaning of the Millenium. The following chart can help you sort out these respective viewpoints: Ca
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
The real meaning of the Bible's Book of Revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. You'll find four major interpretive approaches to the Book of Revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of John. Key to understanding commentaries on Revelations is knowing the position of the commentator.