Will You Seek to Identify the True Book of Revelation from God?

Understanding the Divine Source of Truth

In a world overwhelmed with competing religious claims and skeptical philosophies, identifying the ultimate source of divine truth is a profound challenge. Many seek certainty amid religious pluralism and contradictory teachings. Although the world abounds with religious texts, traditions, and claims of divine revelation, the critical question remains: which book truly constitutes the final, authoritative, and divinely inspired guide for all of humankind? Can believers rest assured in the inspiration, inerrancy, and authority of one sacred corpus? As Christians committed to the Word of God, the focus must remain on the Bible, the one book that reveals the truth about the Creator, His creation, and His ultimate will and purposes. Others, however, point to further supposed revelations, such as the Quran. Should we recognize a later book as equal or superior to the already established inspired Scriptures?

The Bible itself, culminating in the book of Revelation by the apostle John, closes its canon by warning against additions or deletions. (Revelation 22:18-19) Its contents, stretching from the Torah, the Psalms, the Prophets, and the Gospels, form a cohesive revelation that leads the believer to Christ Jesus. According to Jesus, the Old Testament Scriptures bore witness about him. (John 5:39) The apostle Paul also confirmed that the Scriptures were God-breathed and profitable for instruction and righteousness, equipping the believer for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:16-17) Thus, the Bible stands as a unit, a body of revelation that began in the days of Moses and culminated with the apostolic testimony to Christ’s life, death, resurrection, and future return. Is there room for any subsequent revelations after the first century C.E.?

On the other hand, Islam acknowledges earlier Scriptures such as the Torah, the Psalms, and the Gospels as revelations from God. Surah 2:4 of the Quran notes that the righteous trust what has been revealed to Muhammad and “to others before” him, and Surah 5:43-14 mentions the Torah, calling it a guide containing God’s judgment. Similarly, Surah 17:55 and Surah 4:163 reference David and the Psalms, and Surah 5:46-47 points to the Gospel given to Jesus, which also enshrined guidance and light. The Quran thus gives some measure of recognition to the divine authority of earlier Scriptures, claiming continuity with the Torah, the Psalms, and the Gospels. Nonetheless, it stands as a separate revelation, post-dating these earlier texts by centuries. Given that the Bible was completed about 100 C.E. with the book of Revelation—written by the apostle John and authorized by the risen Christ—how should believers approach the notion of an additional revelation like the Quran?

According to the Christian Scriptures, no further revelation after the apostolic era is needed or warranted. Jude 3 calls on believers to “contend for the faith once for all delivered to the saints.” This suggests a once-for-all settlement of divine truth in the apostolic teaching. The apostle Paul warned strongly against accepting another gospel, even if preached by an angel from heaven. (Galatians 1:8) The closure of the biblical canon stands firm. If another text, centuries later, claims equal authority or to supersede the Bible, it contradicts the warning in Revelation and the teaching in Galatians. This is a serious matter. Unlike the Old Testament era, which awaited the coming of the Messiah, the New Testament era reveals Jesus Christ as the final mediator of God’s word. (Hebrews 1:1-2) What need, then, of any other prophet centuries after the apostles?

The authenticity and integrity of the biblical text have been substantiated by abundant manuscript evidence, historical corroboration, and internal coherence over the centuries. In contrast, those who propose newer revelations must demonstrate that they do not contradict what came before. The Quran itself acknowledges the earlier revelations, calling them divine guidance and urging believers of the Gospel to judge by what God had revealed therein. (Surah 5:46-47) If the Quran regards the earlier Scriptures as divine, one must ask: if the earlier Scriptures are indeed from God and perfect, why introduce a new book that changes or reinterprets central truths established by the Bible?

Thus, the question arises: does the Quran confirm the core teachings of the Torah, Psalms, and Gospels, or does it present doctrines at odds with the biblical message that was completed and closed in the first century C.E.? The Word of God stands as a singular revelation. The Law of Moses was given to a nation (Israel), the Prophets arose to lead them back to faithfulness, and the Psalms enriched their worship. This was followed by the ultimate revelation in Jesus Christ, recorded in the Gospels, and explained in the Epistles. Finally, Revelation reveals the final outcome of God’s plan. The entire biblical witness rests on the finality and sufficiency of Christ’s revelation.

The Quran’s approach to Jesus differs significantly from the Bible. While it acknowledges Jesus as a prophet, it denies his unique Sonship of God and redemptive death and resurrection, central truths of the New Testament. By contrast, the Bible teaches that Jesus is the Son of God (John 20:31), who died as a ransom for many (Matthew 20:28), rose from the dead (1 Corinthians 15:3-8), and reigns at the right hand of God (Hebrews 1:3). These are not peripheral doctrines; they form the very heart of Christian truth. If a later book repudiates or recasts these truths, how can it be in harmony with earlier revelations it claims to respect?

The Bible’s message emphasizes that God’s plan unfolded progressively, culminating in Jesus Christ, the final and greatest revelation. John 1:17 states that the Law was given through Moses, but grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. Hebrews 1:1-2 shows that God spoke in many ways through the prophets, but in these last days has spoken through His Son. Jesus emphasized his message’s completeness and permanence. (Matthew 5:17-18) The apostles passed on that message, guided miraculously by the Holy Spirit (John 14:26), producing the New Testament writings that explain and apply Christ’s teachings. They established a once-for-all body of truth. (Jude 3)

Moreover, the apostle Paul made it clear that if anyone preached a gospel contrary to what had already been received, that person should be accursed. (Galatians 1:6-9) This warning stands as a sentinel, guarding the integrity of the apostolic message. Since the gospel message centers on Christ’s person, atonement, and resurrection, and since the Quran neither affirms these truths as understood in the New Testament nor acknowledges Christ’s redemptive mission as the Bible does, it does not confirm but rather diverges from the established canon of Scripture. One cannot accept both as equally authoritative without doing violence to biblical theology and the clarity of God’s revealed Word.

Some argue that differences come from distortions in later Christian traditions. However, the Bible has been preserved with remarkable faithfulness, with thousands of manuscripts available. The notion that the true gospel was lost and needed rediscovery contradicts the biblical promise that the Word of God will endure. (Isaiah 40:8) The New Testament church fathers fought hard to preserve apostolic teaching against heresies, and the extant manuscripts confirm that the message of Christ’s deity, death, and resurrection is well-attested from the earliest centuries. The real problem is not distortion of the Bible but the introduction of a message that departs from it.

The completion of the Bible’s revelation in the first century C.E. is key to understanding why no subsequent revelation is needed. God’s plan was to send His Son into the world at the fullness of time (Galatians 4:4) and have the apostles bear witness. (Acts 1:8) Once that testimony was recorded under divine inspiration, the church possessed all the truth necessary to know God’s will. The Word of God became the foundation of the faith, once for all delivered to the saints. Adding another book several centuries later that offers a different perspective on God’s nature, Christ’s identity, or salvation’s means can only introduce confusion.

If the Quran states that the Torah and the Gospel are revelations from God, and that they contain guidance and light, it is self-defeating to claim that Christians and Jews must accept a new scripture that contradicts essential teachings of those same Scriptures. The earlier revelation was given with clarity, and it points decisively to Christ as the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. (Luke 24:27, 44) Jesus never hinted that further prophets and books would come centuries after the apostolic age. On the contrary, he promised guidance to the apostles, who would establish the church’s foundation. (Ephesians 2:20) Once the foundation is laid, building upon it with foreign material risks undermining the structure’s integrity.

Jesus called himself “the way, and the truth, and the life.” (John 14:6) He did not present himself as one among many prophets or revelations, but as the unique mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5) and the final agent of God’s redemptive plan. It is by him that believers have access to the Father. To accept another revelation that diminishes Christ’s identity and role would be to deny the cornerstone of Christian faith. The witness of Scripture is consistent and clear.

The uniqueness and finality of the Bible’s revelation are also reflected in its warning about adding or taking away from its words. (Revelation 22:18-19) While that text specifically applies to Revelation, the principle extends to the entire completed canon: God’s truth is settled. During the apostolic era, supernatural gifts like prophecy, tongues, and miraculous knowledge helped establish the church and confirm Scripture’s authority. After the apostolic age ended, such gifts ceased as no longer needed. The complete canon suffices to guide believers until Christ’s return. There are no instructions to look for a later prophet centuries afterward.

We must also consider the historical context. The Quran emerged around the early seventh century C.E. and claims to be a restoration of lost truths. Yet the New Testament church flourished on three continents long before that time, guided by the canonical Scriptures. The doctrines of Christ’s deity and atoning death were well established. If a new book claims those doctrines are misunderstandings or corruptions, then it rejects what the apostles taught and what early Christians believed. To choose the Quran over the established canon is to reject the apostolic foundation and the promise that Christ’s words would not pass away. (Matthew 24:35)

Furthermore, truth is not determined by majority opinion or by subsequent religious leaders. It rests on the authority of God’s Word. Jesus prayed to the Father, “Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.” (John 17:17) The Word of God is the means by which believers grow in holiness and understanding of God’s will. If the Quran were necessary, why was it delayed for centuries? And why would God allow the church to rely solely on the Bible for so long if it was incomplete or corrupted? Such notions undermine confidence in God’s providence and fidelity.

The Old Testament prepared for the Messiah, the Gospels record his life and teaching, Acts shows the church’s growth under apostolic guidance, the Epistles deepen theological understanding, and Revelation reveals the final outcome. This is an integrated revelation guiding believers to the end of the age. Interjecting another scripture outside this framework is unwarranted. The Quran’s acknowledgment of earlier Scriptures and yet deviation in core doctrines (like Jesus’ nature and mission) cannot be reconciled with the New Testament’s testimony.

Consequently, believers can confidently assert that the true book of revelation from God is the canonical Bible, culminating in the New Testament, with no additional revelations needed. The church has thrived on this Word, defended it through centuries of challenges, and seen its transforming power. It has produced faithful disciples, scholars, missionaries, and ordinary Christians who love God and neighbor. This fruit testifies that the Bible stands as the singular, complete guide.

Today’s world demands a sure Word from God. Philosophies and religions abound, and people long for stable ground. The Bible provides that ground. If we waver and consider another revelation that denies the heart of the gospel—Christ crucified, risen, and exalted—we risk losing the eternal perspective guaranteed by apostolic teaching. Instead, we should remember Paul’s counsel: the truth of the gospel must remain intact. (1 Corinthians 15:1-4) The Christian stands on that gospel, clinging to the Word that reveals the only Savior.

While acknowledging that the Quran references the Torah, the Psalms, and the Gospels, the Christian must remain unmoved. The entire Bible is the one true revelation, and no later book is needed or legitimate. The Quran may contain moral teachings or historical references, but it lacks the apostolic authentication and denies pivotal truths about Christ’s identity and redemptive work. This divergence proves it cannot be from the same divine source that inspired Moses, David, and John. Truth is consistent, and God does not contradict Himself.

In conclusion, the only legitimate inspired book of revelation that is fully authoritative and final is the Bible. The Quran’s partial recognition of earlier scriptures shows some respect but does not erase the contradictions regarding the central truth of Jesus Christ. Since God completed His revelation through Christ and the apostles, no subsequent revelation is valid. Thus, the believer should trust the Bible alone, recognizing its closed canon and its warnings against additions. The path is clear: cling to the Word that God has faithfully preserved. The question remains: will you seek to identify and fully embrace this true and final revelation from God, or will you be swayed by claims of a later book that does not align with the completed Word?

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About the Author

EDWARD D. ANDREWS (AS in Criminal Justice, BS in Religion, MA in Biblical Studies, and MDiv in Theology) is CEO and President of Christian Publishing House. He has authored over 220+ books. In addition, Andrews is the Chief Translator of the Updated American Standard Version (UASV).

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