Lesson 19 – Revelation 4:1-8a

Revelation 4:1 – The Bible records the accounts of two people who actually were taken there in visions. In 2 Corinthians 12:4, the apostle Paul wrote of someone being transported to the third heaven (the abode of God). But was forbidden to speak of what he saw there. The apostle John also had the privilege of visiting … Read more

Lesson 18 – Revelation 3:14-22

Revelation 3:14-22 Laodicea – Laodicea was located on an important crossroads which allowed the city to prosper in banking, commerce, and the manufacturing of clothing. It had a medical school and was noted for its production of a salve used to cure eye diseases (Revelation 3:18). Like the rest of the Churches of Revelation the church … Read more

Lesson 17 – Revelation 3:11-14

Revelation 3:11 – In verse 11 there is promise and warning combined. Jesus tells them that he is coming quickly. The immanent coming of Messiah is used in the New Covenant as a warning to the neglectful. In Matthew 24:48-51, a parable is used to teach of the importance to conduct ourselves in such a way so … Read more

Lesson 16 – Revelation 3:7-13

Revelation 3:7-8 The Church of Philadelphia – This church was commended for their faithfulness and loyalty. This and the Church at Smyrna were the only two of the seven that received no rebuke from the Lord. This church helps us to know what our church should look like so that we too might experience the blessings … Read more

Lesson 15 – Revelation 3:1-6

Revelation 3:1-3 The Church of Sardis was said to be alive, but the Lord declared it to be dead. Romans 1:18 describes a downward spiral when man ignores the Truth of the Gospel revealed both inwardly and outwardly. How much more that downward spiral occurs when we deny the truth that we know as Believers. Sardis was known … Read more

Lesson 14 – Revelation 2:17-29 (Please Note: There Is No Audio File Available)

Revelation 2:17 – The Lord concludes His letter counsel and encouragement. Once again the phrase he who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches stresses the importance of these words and our responsibility to hear and heed them. The one who heeds and overcomes will receive from Him some of … Read more

Lesson 13 – Revelation 2:10-15

Revelation 2:10-11 The Church of Smyrna were told to be faithful until death, and they would receive the crown of life. The crown is eternal life, and perseverance proves their faith as they endure suffering. Jesus has no reprimand for the faithful church at Smyrna. Those who prove the genuineness of their faith by remaining faithful … Read more

Lesson 12 – Revelation 2:8-11

Revelation 2:8-11 The Church of Smyrna is the next church that this letter is addressed to. It was a church that experienced a great deal of persecution. It is sad but true that the strongest churches throughout history have been those that have suffered the worst persecution. Scripture links persecution and spiritual strength. James tells … Read more

Lesson 11 – Revelation 2:2-7

Revelation 2:2-4 The Greek word used for “know” refers to a complete and full knowledge as opposed to another Greek word which is a knowledge that increases with added information. This is a reference to God’s attribute of omniscience. He knows the future as well as the past with perfect clarity. Nothing is hid from … Read more

Lesson 10 – Revelation 1:20-2:1

Revelation 1:20 – The word “mystery” does not mean a mystery in our sense of the term. It means something which is meaningless to the outsider but meaningful to the one who possesses the key (Mark 4:11ff). Here as in the Mark passage, Jesus goes on to give the inner meaning of the seven stars … Read more