Divine Perspective (Revelation 2:8-11)

“And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write, ‘These things says the First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life: 9 “I know your works, tribulation, and poverty (but you are rich); and I know the blasphemy of those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of … Continue reading Divine Perspective (Revelation 2:8-11)

3 Steps for Getting Back to Intimacy with God (Revelation 2:1-7)

“To the angel of the church of Ephesus write, ‘These things says He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: 2 “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. And you have tested those who … Continue reading 3 Steps for Getting Back to Intimacy with God (Revelation 2:1-7)

Reading the Letters in Red

What does God consider important issues to confront in the Church today? What does God approve of in the church and what does He disapprove of? How is He asking us to respond? A friend of mine once told me that the biggest take away he had from reading Revelation 2-3 is that his opinion … Continue reading Reading the Letters in Red

The Revealer of Mysteries (Revelation 1:20)

The mystery of the seven stars which you saw in My right hand, and the seven golden lampstands: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands which you saw are the seven churches. Does the Lord just leave us in the dark with symbolism that no one can fully … Continue reading The Revealer of Mysteries (Revelation 1:20)

Understanding What Revelation is Communicating (Revelation 1:19)

Write the things which you have seen, and the things which are, and the things which will take place after this. What is the book of Revelation? Why did John write it? These questions are helpful in understanding how to read this book. I think this verse helps to give us a little more insight … Continue reading Understanding What Revelation is Communicating (Revelation 1:19)

God Died (Revelation 1:18)

I am He who lives, and was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore. Amen. And I have the keys of Hades and of Death. Jesus is God and He came to the earth as a man. Humanity has been under the curse of death; which no man has ever escaped. Jesus, as a man, … Continue reading God Died (Revelation 1:18)

John Responds to the Glory of Christ (Revelation 1:17)

And when I saw Him, I fell at His feet as dead. But He laid His right hand on me, saying to me, “Do not be afraid; I am the First and the Last. John was a man who walked with Jesus. He was intimately acquainted with Jesus; calling himself "beloved." He also had walked … Continue reading John Responds to the Glory of Christ (Revelation 1:17)

The Brightness of Jesus’ Glory (Revelation 1:16c)

and His countenance was like the sun shining in its strength. Jesus' has a bright countenance. He literally shines; emanating bright brilliant light. He is a consuming fire (Deuteronomy 4:24; Hebrews 12:29). Later in Revelation we see that the New Jerusalem has no need of the sun or the moon because of the brightness of … Continue reading The Brightness of Jesus’ Glory (Revelation 1:16c)

Jesus’ Dual Judgements (Revelation 1:16b)

out of His mouth went a sharp two-edged sword In our cry for justice, Jesus comes with a two sided sword. He comes with dual judgements. The same sword that comes with deliverance also exposes the wickedness in our own hearts. He cuts away all that does not produce fruits of righteousness in our lives. … Continue reading Jesus’ Dual Judgements (Revelation 1:16b)

The Security of Being in the Hands of God (Revelation 1:16a)

He had in His right hand seven stars, Later we will see that the seven stars are the angels assigned to each of the seven churches. The word for angel can also be interpreted as messenger. The stars stand as representatives of the church in the courts of heaven. Jesus holds His Church in His … Continue reading The Security of Being in the Hands of God (Revelation 1:16a)