As the Lamb breaks the 6th seal, John shares about the obvious panic that ensues the destruction of the world as we know it.
As the 5th seal is broken, John sees those who have been martyred for their faith speak out to God for a timeline on when justice will be carried out.
As the Lamb starts to crack open the seals on the scroll, different Horsemen are brought forth in an act of judgment on Creation.
The worthiness and worship of Jesus in John's vision reaches a climactic point as the whole of Creation joins in the worship.
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As the Lamb takes the scroll, the four creatures and the elders start a new song of declaring praise.
John's observations in the throne room continue as he sees the Lamb take the sealed scroll from the One on the throne.
John's attention is drawn to the scroll in God's hand as his vision continues to play out.
John provides more insight on the throne room he sees in his vision, introducing his readers to four living beings who declare the holiness of God.
John's vision continues as he enters the throne room of heaven.
There is no such thing as "the perfect church." In spite of sin and brokenness, Jesus invites His people to be among those who overcome oppression, persecution, challenges, false teachers, and difficulties.
With not much to speak of regarding the strengths of the Church, Jesus warns them of their growing spiritual apathy while inviting them to return to fellowship with Him.
As Jesus warns the Church of an incoming trial for those who live in the world, He assures them of His protection.
Jesus greets the Church in Philadelphia by echoing much of what He said to the Church in Smyrna.
In spite of a rather dismal letter, Jesus encourages the Church in Sardis to repent, return to Him, and to hold fast to the Gospel.
As this church grapples with an unidentified Jezebel of a prophetess, Jesus commends them for their faith, love, endurance, and service.
The Church in Pergamum is encouraged by their holding fast to Christ in the midst of persecution, but is reprimanded because of their lack of discernment regarding the Nicolaitans.
In light of upcoming persecution and hardships, Jesus encourages the Church that He sees, knows them, and for them to remain faithful.
Jesus encourages the Ephesians in their discernment, but warns against their loss of love.
Time to catch our breath and recap Revelation 1 before we get into the letters to the seven Churches.
As John recovers from his initial shock, Jesus restates the work of recording the revelation he's about to receive.