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Revelation 2–Part C: Remove Corrupt Influences
Christ’s Letter to the Church in Pergamum Continuing our focus on Revelation 2, with specific examination of the letters our Master Jesus wrote to the seven angels of the seven churches, we must remain eager to hear what he says and correct what he rebukes. These letters, delivered by Jesus to us through the Apostle…
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Revelation 2 – Part B: Faithful Endurance in Smyrna
Seeing Beyond Outward Appearances In many ways, our perceptions on wealth and value have been significantly shaped by societal standards. We often chase after the latest designer brands and measure worth based on a person’s outward appearances, such as what someone is or isn’t wearing. The lesson from 1 Samuel 16:7 (NLT) when the prophet,…
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Revelation 2-Part A: You’ve Left Your First Love
Revelation: The Revelation of Jesus Christ Revelation 1:1 (NLT) sets the theme for the entire Book: “This is a revelation from Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place.” The Book of Revelation is the revelation of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He’s revealed it…
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Revelation 1: The Testimony of Jesus Christ
The Testimony of Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation The Book of Revelation can feel intimidating, filled with symbols, visions, and mysteries. Yet, this prophetic book is not meant to confuse us—it’s a revelation of Jesus Christ Himself. As Revelation 1:1-2 (NLT) declares, “This is a revelation from Jesus Christ, which God gave him…
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The Second Coming of Christ
The first coming of Jesus Christ to the earth was displayed in stages of his birth, ministry, sacrifice, resurrection, and ascension. The Rapture is one of the events of the End Times, and the Great Tribulation, referred to as the Tribulation in the Gospels and New Testament, is another, but there are also other events.…
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The Rapture
The scriptures point to the Rapture, the sudden catching away of all believers in the Lord Jesus Christ to heaven, as the first event of the end times. When considering the population of the whole earth, the disappearance of millions may for many people seem unnoticeable. For the unbelieving at large that do notice, it…