Discuss: Getting Oriented to the Book of Revelation
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While the book of Revelation can often be difficult to understand, God gave it to Christians in a variety of situations. While their situations differed, the reality of God’s sovereignty and the climax to history in the future coming of Christ Jesus motivates all of us to live differently.
Before you begin, take time to read through Revelation (Links to an external site.). Consider making this book a part of your daily Bible reading so that you are well acquainted with its contents as you complete this week’s activities.
Then, read the following passages from your textbooks:
Blomberg, From Pentecost to Patmos, chapter 15 (Links to an external site.)
Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its Developments, “Eschatology (Links to an external site.)”
Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its Developments, “Judgment (Links to an external site.)”
Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its Developments, “Old Testament in Revelation (Links to an external site.)”
Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its Developments, “Wrath, Destruction (Links to an external site.)”
Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its Developments, “Trumpets (Links to an external site.)”
Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its Developments, “Scrolls, Seals (Links to an external site.)”
Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its Developments, “Heaven, New Heavens (Links to an external site.)”
Now, watch the following video:
In your initial post, answer these questions:
What are some of the different life situations in the 7 churches of Revelation 23?
What are some of the recurring themes that you see in the book of Revelation?
In 13 paragraphs, present your responses to the group. Make connections as appropriate to other course material, your experiences, or personal insights.