The Darkest Hour Before Dawn
The coming tribulation will be a dark and terrifying time on earth. But as Revelation 14--15 reminds us, God is in control of it all. It is part of the plan He is working out to bring about Christ's ultimate triumph and glory.
The Reign of Terror
Satan is the great deceiver, and his deception will bring into existence a political leader, a religious system, and an economy around which the world will unite. Unity grounded in that which rejects Jesus Christ, however, is destined to produce horrifying results.
The Origin of Anti-Semitism
The hatred and persecution of the Jewish people throughout history is testimony to their unique place in God's eternal plan. Satan tries to destroy them in order to destroy God's plan and promises. Revelation 12 reveals Satan's long war against Israel.
Peril on Earth, Praise in Heaven
As the description of the tribulation period continues in Revelation 10--11, through the apostle John, we are given a view of events both in heaven and on earth. It reminds us that what happens on earth is by God's design, under His control, and ultimately for His glory.
When Nature Turns on Mankind
The tribulation judgments in Revelation 8--9 reveal not only God's righteousness, but also the depths of human depravity. They remind us that while God chooses to use us to spread the gospel of Christ, we can never break through the hardened hearts of sinners--only God can.
The Four Horsemen
We Christians have been delivered from God's wrath in the coming tribulation period. Yet beginning with Revelation 6, the Bible gives us details of that period that we might learn more of God's justice and grace and become more zealous in proclaiming the gospel.
Describing the "Real" Heaven
Heaven is not only the dwelling place of God. As the apostle John's vision in Revelation 4 and 5 reveals, it is a place of continual worship of God. The scene in these chapters challenges us to make worship a priority in our daily lives here on earth.
Drifting Away from the Truth
It is significant that the Lord has words of commendation for only one of the three churches addressed in Revelation 3. All had started well; only one had continued in uncompromising, faithful service. This chapter provides important warnings and guidance for all of us.
Jesus Knows Your Address
Christ's concern for the world is seen in His priority on the church. Only when the church is faithfully following Him will the gospel have its full impact on the world. In addressing the churches in Revelation 2, Jesus both encourages believers and appeals for their repentance.
The Apocalypse Is Nothing to Fear
The marvelous book of Revelation is a prophetic vision of things to come. This first chapter makes it clear that at the center of God's plan for now, for the future, for eternity is Jesus Christ, who is presented to us in a glorious vision that emphasizes His divine attributes.