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Revelation ends with a glimpse of what is to come. Satan is finally judged and thrown into the lake of fire, as well as everyone whose name is not written in the book of life. Then John gives a description of the new creation that humanity will dwell in. Unlike the old heaven and earth, God will dwell with his people on the earth and will be its light. John ends the letter with a note to the re...

Chapter 18 describes the fall of Babylon the Great, a city of great significance to the world. God punishes the city for its many sins against him, as their time has finally come. The nations’ kings and merchants mourn at the fall of this great city that will never be what it used to be. The scene changes in chapter 19. Here there is rejoicing in heaven because of God’s righteous judgment. Jesu...

After writing the seven letters, the scene shifts to heaven. John is given a vision of heaven’s throne room where 24 elders and living creatures worship God day and night. In God’s right hand he sees a scroll with seven seals that no one is worthy to open. The lion of the tribe of Judah who looks like a slaughtered lamb (Jesus) is found worthy to open the seals. At this, all of creation worship...

Revelation 2-3 contains the letters to the seven churches. The letters are short and right to the point. Through John, Jesus points out an issue in each church or a difficulty they are facing. The admonished churches are called to repent and turn back to the Lord and their former works. The other churches are called to endure their present trials, knowing they will be conquerors with Christ. As...

The apostle John received a revelation from the Lord, which he wrote down. John wrote about things that were to soon take place. He was to distribute it to the churches, seven in particular. Before he writes individually to each church, John describes his encounter with the risen Lord and how awestruck he was by his appearance. Jesus tells him to not be afraid and then begins to tell John what ...

As John closes his letter, he warns his readers of the false teachers and prophets who are in the world. But, then he gives very clear signs for how you can know if you and others are in the faith. First, do you confess that Jesus has come in the flesh and is the son of God? Second, are you walking in love? John argues that we cannot say we love God if we do not exhibit love for one another. Th...

John writes a letter to believers to strengthen them in their faith. He does this because he is an eyewitness to the truth of these things and wants people to have fellowship with God. This comes by believing in Jesus Christ. And we prove this faith by keeping his commands, primarily loving one another. It also means living a life that sins less, and loves with action, not word only. People alw...

Peter warns his readers of the reality of false teachers in the church. Just like there were false prophets in the days of the prophets, it’s the same way now. They will draw some away from the faith. But, in the same way God keeps and rescues the godly, he will punish the ungodly for their actions. Then Peter ends his letter with encouragement concerning the day of the Lord. He wants his reade...

Peter ends his first letter with a word of encouragement for the elders. He instructs them to do their work both willingly & eagerly, while proving to be an example to those they lead. Finally, he calls all his readers to walk in humility, knowing that Jesus will rescue them from their suffering at the right time. Then, as he opens his second letter, Peter encourages his readers to grow in thei...

Peter encourages believers to pursue godly behavior. In the same way Christ died for sin, we are to be finished with sin in our own lives. This is the aim of the believer. With this, Peter tells his readers to expect persecution: 1) because we are living set apart from the world, and 2) because Christ also suffered. But in this suffering, we are to glorify God every step of the way. As Christia...

Peter is the author of this letter and writes to believers in Asia Minor who are suffering persecution. The purpose of this letter is to encourage their faith and to fix their eyes on Jesus and his character as they face suffering. The salvation of their souls is their ultimate aim. As such, believers should conduct their lives in such a way that God is glorified through their actions. No matte...

To close his letter, Paul warns Timothy of the difficult days ahead. He lets him know that people will walk away from the faith because of false teachers and their own sinful desires. This is true even for those who are always learning. In response, Paul tells Timothy to keep the faith and to always be ready to preach the gospel. The gospel is the means by which he can combat the difficulties a...

Once again, Paul writes to Timothy, his son in the faith. This time Paul writes to encourage and strengthen Timothy’s faith. He reminds him to not be ashamed of the gospel and to hold firm to what he’s been taught. Paul also charges Timothy with replicating his faith so that others can do the same. All of this is to be done as a diligent work unto God. If we do not hold on to the teachings we h...

In the final chapters, Paul gives lots of instruction for Timothy. Some is directly for him, while the rest is for the church as a whole. Paul warns Timothy against false teachings and to shut them down quickly. Likewise, Timothy needs to set the example for the church and keep his focus on preaching. The church is instructed on supporting one another, especially widows, while also being warned...

Paul writes to Timothy, his son in the faith. He writes so Timothy knows how people ought to conduct themselves in the Church. Paul talks about the issues of false teachings & speculations in the church, the need for prayer, as well as the qualifications for overseers and deacons. One thing Paul emphasizes when sharing his testimony is the importance of Christ’s work. Jesus came into the world ...