17 results for tag: Revelation
The Revelation about Human Accomplishment — The End of it All
In this last program of our 10-program series on the book of Revelation, Greg talks about Jesus' conclusion in his Revelation to us, as well as the heritage Jesus offers us in it.
The Music and the Millennium of the Book of Revelation
Included in Revelation's greatest hits is the song in chapter 5, "Worthy Is The Lamb," and a new song in chapter 15, "The Song of the Lamb," based on the song of Moses. What is the message of Revelation's music, and what is this thing called "the Millennium" all about?
Revelation: Plagues, Armageddon and the Fall of Babylon
Jesus Christ is the divine author, central character and hero of the Book of Revelation, but who are the bad guys? To whom was Revelation originally written and why was it written?
Revelation: Chapters 12-15 — The Woman and the Dragon
Who are the woman, the dragon, the Antichrist and the beast? Religion has perverted the message of Revelation for almost 2,000 years, but Greg shows how God's grace cuts through the religious fog and mystery promulgated by misinformed or misdirected teachers.
Revelation: The Sealing of the Saints and the 7th Seal
Who are the 144,000, and who are the "great multitude"? What are the woes and the trumpets all about? The book of Revelation -- a message from Christ to us of understanding and hope.
The Wrath of the Lambkin—Part 3 -Steve Orr
Understanding the Lamb's Wrath with Revelation:
(To read part 1 of The Wrath of the Lambkin) (Or read Part 2 of The Wrath of the Lambkin).
In some ways, it is as if John not only received a vision but is also acting as a stenographer by writing down Jesus' words in the first person:
I am the Alpha and Omega, who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty. (Revelation 1:8)
I, Jesus, have sent my angel to give you this testimony for the churches. (Revelation 22:16)
He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.” (Revelat...
Revelation: Chapters 4-6 — The First 6 Seals
The Book of Revelation is the capstone on God's special, written revelation to humanity completing the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Don't miss today's program as Greg talks about the first 6 of the 7 seals.
Messages to the Last 4 of the 7 Churches of Revelation
Greg shows the struggle between religion and grace already going on in the early churches addressed in the Book of Revelation. Jesus meant for the book of Revelation to give hope and comfort, not crippling fear.
Messages to the First 3 of the 7 Churches of Revelation
Greg strips away the religious barnacles from the book of Revelation as he begins our study of the seven churches of Revelation. He shows what the messages meant to the churches who first heard them and the relevance they have for us today.
Revelation — A Book For You?
In manipulating their hearers with the book of Revelation's bizarre images and doomsday scenarios the purveyors of pop prophecy create much fear and misunderstanding.
The Wrath of the Lambkin—Part 2 -Steve Orr
Does the Wrath of the Lamb Contradict His Teaching?
(To read part 1 of The Wrath of the Lambkin)
Revelation, the last book of the Bible, is often seen as what was, or will be, the greatest battle of all time. Some see it as a battle between Jesus and Satan for the ruler-ship over all the earth for all time.
When it comes to understanding the book of Revelation, there’s a salient point that we need to understand: Sodom, Egypt, Babylon, and the Whore are all apocalyptic references to Jerusalem, which includes the entire obsolete Old Covenant religious system that came with it. These references to Jerusalem are made clear with these words ...
4 Views of Revelation – Steve Gregg
--Ask most people -- Christian or non-Christian -- what they think the book of Revelation is about, and chances are they will tell you it is a book about the "end of the world."
Chances are, they have never heard any other way to understand this book
filled with strange beasts, symbolism and ominous signs of doom. Most people
are unaware that there is any other way to understand this mysterious last book
of the Bible.
But the futurist view (that Revelation is predicting events yet to be
fulfilled) is only one of four traditional Christian ways of looking at the
Bible's most enigmatic book.
These four views are carefully and even-hande...
March 2024
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Articles:
New Birth Through the Resurrection – pg. 1
What's in an Anniversary? – pg. 2
Prophecy Pays: The Gospel Frees – pg. 5
Inside and Out – pg. 6
Sidewalk Wrinkles – pg. 7
Quotes & Connections – pg. 8
CWR Video – “Christ: The Lion and the Lamb” – by Brad Jersak
Short video by Brad Jersak - The Lion and The Lamb
Doctrine & Revelation (the Book) – Brad Jersak
Question:
I think I once heard you say something like, "At the council of (something), they concluded that Revelations should not be used for determining theology. It was to be used for worship, etc." Where can find resources to back up that statement?
Response:
Not exactly, but something like that. The idea was the dogma (non-negotiable doctrine) of the ancient church was finalized before Revelation was formally included in the canon of the New Testament. In other words, since Revelation wasn't officially included as Scripture, it wasn't a building block of our creedal theology.
That's not to say Revelation shouldn't be in the ...
The Message of Revelation
The anticipation of Jesus’ second coming and "the end times" have occupied Christian concerns for millennia. Many have looked to the biblical book of Revelation for clues to the events surrounding Jesus' return. What is the book of Revelation about? Do you know?
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March 2023
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Articles:
Come Out of Her and Come to Me! – pg. 1
Confronted by Christ – pg. 2
Which Thief Are You? – pg. 5
Master Potter – pg. 7
Quotes & Connections – pg. 8