May 21, 2023
May 21, 2023
Revelation 13:1-
Introduction
There is a lot of information in this chapter, which again, helps us understand the context of the book of Revelation. There is a lot of description given here. This chapter also goes along with Daniel chapter 7. It is well worth noting cross referencing the verses there with this chapter.
Blasphemy -
May 28, 2023
May 28, 2023
Revelation 14:1-5
Introduction
We continue in the parenthetical chapters which are shedding light on the overall picture of things, and are not part of the timeline. They do help us understand the timeline of events, but are not considered the next step in the timeline. You will remember, we left off on the 2^nd^ woe, the Sixth Trumpet in Rev 9:13, then of course the introduction is made in Rev 11:14-15 that the 3^rd^ woe, or the 7^th^ Trumpet cometh quickly, but that doesn’t fully get explained until Chapter 17… and seven vials are contained in that 7^th^ Trumpet.
June 4, 2023
June 4, 2023
Revelation 15
Introduction
The word wrath is used 13 times in the Book of Revelation. The word wrath doesn’t show up in the book of Revelation until chapter 6. Consequently, that is when the tribulation period starts. The last time we see the word wrath in the book of Revelation is chapter 19.
Our goal is not to run a word study on the word wrath tonight, but it is relevant in these chapters that we are looking at. So it is good to have a background understanding of it’s usage throughout Revelation.
June 11, 2023
June 11, 2023
Revelation 17:1-5
Introduction
One thing we notice in the book of Revelation, is that the Devil, Satan, that old Dragon, is a great imitator of God. He mocks, and sets up his own ways to mimic what God does. Notice the similarity of these two verses:
Rev. 17:1 ¶ And there came one of the seven angels which had the seven vials, and talked with me, saying unto me, Come hither; I will shew unto thee the judgment of the great whore that sitteth upon many waters:
June 18, 2023
June 18, 2023
Revelation 18:1-8
Introduction
Notice, that the Fall of Babylon is referenced back in Revelation 14:6-8. Let's go back and look at it. Clearly that is the timeline of events, and Revelation 17-18 are parenthetical statements, clarifying the details of the fall of Babylon. In Chapter 17, we noted the fall of the religious system of Babylon. It seems more of a system, than a physical, actual place. Notice in Revelation 18, the wording certainly lends itself more to a physical place, and location that would represent the center of political or commercial activity.
July 2, 2023
July 2, 2023
Revelation 19
Introduction
There are three things that are clearly noted in this chapter. Clearly, we can see the Worship, the Wedding, and the War. All three of these things are positive things. Considering the fall of Babylon, and the wickedness that is described in those two chapters, this chapter is a breath of fresh air.
Only used in the book of Revelation.
July 9, 2023
July 9, 2023
Revelation 20:1-3
Introduction
The Millennial reign of Jesus Christ, is a literal 1000 year reign of Jesus on the Earth! The Old Testament foretells of this, and this is literally what the Jews expected when Jesus came the first time. They didn't understand his coming as a lowly Lamb of God to take away the sins of the World.
July 9, 2023
July 9, 2023
Revelation 20:11-15
Introduction
This passage is a very serious passage. It deals with the end of time as we know it, it deals with man standing before God to give account of his deeds. It is important that we understand this will absolutely take place, and every single day, it draws closer.
John 5:22 For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son:
July 16, 2023
July 16, 2023
Revelation 21:1-8
Introduction
This entire Chapter is dedicated everything being made new! There is a great re-assurance, in knowing what is to come, and that while the heaven and earth is wiped out, that doesn't include humanity. This is where eternity is really described for us. The world is temporal, and will pass away.
2Pet. 3:10 -11
July 23, 2023
July 23, 2023
Revelation 22:1-5
Introduction
We have arrived at the final chapter of Revelation. We started our series on July 24, 2022. So it has taken us exactly one year to get through the book of Revelation on Sunday nights. In one year, we have only heard 35 messages on the book of Revelation. We took a little more time in the first three chapters, then we took one chapter per service. Through the series, I hope it has been educational, exhorting, and encouraging to you.