Revelation Class Four
A Study of Chapter 5 1-4 Continues the vison of the throne in __________ given in Chapter 4. Scroll – Greek word – Biblion Written of both sides, seven ___________ Three notes of emphasis:
No man – Greek work – __________ ‘not ONE’ no not one, no not one 5-7 Lion of the Tribe of ____________ – Gen 49:9-10, Is 11:1,10 He has prevailed – enikesen = to _________
Eyes – Zech 3:9, 4:10 “Lamb” occurs in the book of Rev _______ times! Verse 7 – Takes the book out of the __________ hand of Him…Matt 28:18-20 Dan 7:13-14 – Judgment and power over the earth given to Christ 5:8-10 The Lamb is being _______________ by the four creatures and the elders Harps, golden vials…they sung a new song. Ps 144:9 Here in heaven, the ___________ of the saints are emphasized! Ps 141:2 Catholicism views the elders as mediators or prayer, but no such doctrine should be concluded here. 1 Tim 2:5 11-14 Three outbursts of Praise: 1. The creatures and elders for having been redeemed (8-9) through the _______ and given them authority to ‘reign on the earth’. Matt 25:23 2. Myriads of angels praise the Lamb for His ________ and wisdom. (11-12) 3. Every area of _____________ worships the Father and the Lamb.
What does the Throne of God look like? The apostle John was given a vision of Heaven which he shared in Revelation 4. Take a closer look at this marvelous scene!
Revelation Class Three
A Study of Chapter 4 The first thing John sees when he ‘goes up’ is the ____________ of God. John’s primary readers were _______ and some _________. Understanding the ___________ of this book is very important, but you can’t be dogmatic about it! The ONE who sat on it is described with two ____________. He is not interceding here He is _____________ . Jasper – In Rev 21:11 – clear as a diamond On the breastplate of the priest it represented ________ which means: “Behold a _______”. Ruby – was ‘red’ and on the breastplate represented __________ with means: “Son of my ___________ hand”. The rainbow was like and emerald and appeared ___________. The 24 Elders - 1 Chron 24:12-19 – the priesthood (Rev 1:6) The 24 elders are ____________ From every _______________ (Rev 5:9) Christ told the Apostles they would ________________the world and angels (1 Cor 6:2,3). They had crowns on their heads – they were victor’s reefs given as rewards at games. Word: ______________ or _______________ The church is the only group that has been rewarded up ‘til now! At the ______________ Seat of Christ (1 Cor 3:13-15 and 2 Cor 5:10) Rev 4:3 Seven Spirits – Is 11:2-3 4:4 there is thunder and lightning (Ex 19:16) 6 – 11 Four living creatures: Likely Seraphim – Is 6:2-3 Lion Royalty Mark Ox Service John Man Humanity Matt Eagle Divinity Luke Holy Holy Holy – ‘triple salutation’ deals with the Trinity Crowns mentioned in NT: 2 Tim 4:8 - the crown of _______________ 1 Cor 9:25 - the crown of __________________ James 1:12 - the crown of _______________ 1 Pet 5:4 – the crown of _______________
When God opens a door, no one can close it. Learn to recognize when God is making an opportunity available or closing a door. Be ready to pass through the open doors and know that whatever happens, the outcome belong to God.
Revelation - The Seven Churches The seven churches are seven _____ churches in Asia Minor (present day Turkey) They can also be indicative of seven key churches _______ . In them, we also see seven _______ of churches. Many of these churches for various reasons, whether ________, military or pure hedonism were major cultural ______ throughout the ________ Empire. The Letters: Written to the ‘angel’ = angelos – meaning messenger or ______ Begins – “I know your _______” Contains praise, rebuke or a _________ of the two A Reminder of His ________ The Churches: 1) Ephesus – The __________ church that left its first _________ (Rev. 2:1-7). Ephesus was the influential capital city of Asia Minor on the Aegean Sea. It was known for its huge metropolis of ancient streets, arches and ruins. Paul warned it that ________ would come in! (Acts 20:28-38) They did great works, but lacked intimacy with God. Nicolaitans = clergy over laity 1 Pet 5:3 2) Smyrna – The _________ church that suffered both poverty and martyrdom (Rev. 2:8-11). Located north of Ephesus in a powerful trading position on the Aegean Sea. It was known for its harbors, commerce and marketplaces. Name from same word as the spice Myrrh 2 Timothy 3:12 – the Godly will __________ persecution … I know your poverty, but you are rich. The poor church is called ____ ___, and the rich church (Rev 3:17) is called ________. Job 40:5 Ps 62:11 3) Pergamos – The ________ (______________) Church that mixed it _____________ and needed to repent (Rev. 2:12-17). Located on the plains and foothills of Caicus River in Western Turkey. Became a major city and Greek and Roman hub for temple worship. Name means: ‘elevation or exalted’ (Rev2:17) Hidden Manna. They were simply ______________ bad teaching. 2 John 9,10 4) Thyatira – The Corrupt Church that followed a ___________ prophetess. (Rev. 2:18-29). Textile and dye city (1 Kings 16:29-33) Papacy? 5) Sardis – The ______ Church that fell ____________ (Rev. 3:1-6) Sardis was on the banks of the Pactolus River in western Asia Minor, 60 miles inland from Ephesus and Smyrna. Known for temples and bathhouses. 6) Philadelphia – The ___________ Church of brotherly love that _________ patiently (Rev. 3:7-13) Known also for temples and worship centers. (Rev 3:10) Will be kept ‘from out of’ “ek” – the tribulation Little strength- Open door- Hour of Temptation- 7) Laodicea – The ___________ Church that is neither hot or cold (Rev. 3:14-22). Poor Blind Naked I stand at the door and knock ( Christians )
Let Revelation 1:12-16 give you a better picture of who Jesus is and see Him as the King in all His glory
The day of Jesus's return is coming. Are you prepared? Don't be passive toward the things of God. Let's get busy and pursue those things that are important to Him!
1 Thessalonians 5:1
Colossians 1 1 Chronicles 12:32 1 Corinthians 16:9 Judges 20:16 1 Timothy 4:1 1 Thessalonians 4:1 2 Timothy 3:1-9 2 Timothy 4:1-3 Matthew 24:44 Luke 18:8 Romans 13:11-12
Many people today read the newspaper and try to apply what they see to End Times. But is this the correct way to view these upcoming events? Follow along as Pastor Graziano introduces the rapture in preparation for a study of the Book of Revelation.
God wants to develop a relationship with you. He initiates the conversation and has established the means by which we draw near to Him. Now we may approach Him boldly!
Genesis 1:26
Genesis 3:8-9 1 Peter 3:9 1 John 4:7-21 Isaiah 6:1-5 Genesis 12 Leviticus 16:2 Isaiah 1:11-20 Matthew 5:21 Jeremiah 17:10 Romans 1:18-27 Psalm 19 Romans 3:11 Philippians 2:22 John 6:44 John 12:32 Exodus 33:20 Exodus 19:10 Hebrews 4:14 Hebrews 7:25 John 17:1-26 Hebrews 10:1 Hebrews 10:22 James 4:10 2 Peter 1 2 Corinthians 5:17 Hebrews 11:6 Hebrews 12:18 Hebrews 12:22 Philippians 1:6 Philippians 2:13 Romans 8:28-29 |
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