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Seven sections of Revelation. 1-3 The church as light to the world 4-7 The church in suffering 8-11 The church as witnesses during times of judgment 12-14 The nature and judgment of the enemies of the church 15-16 God judges the fallen earth
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Seven sections of Revelation 1-3 The church as light to the world 4-7 The church in suffering 8-11 The church as witnesses during times of judgment 12-14 The nature and judgment of the enemies of the church 15-16 God judges the fallen earth 17-19 God judges godlessness 20-22 God’s Kingdom comes!
Section 6: chapters 17-19 • the return of Christ • destruction of God’s enemies • Babylon • the beast • the false prophet • reward for God’s people • wedding of the Lamb • the promised Kingdom
Elements of a Jewish marriage • betrothal • interval before the wedding • groom pays dowry • wedding-feast • bride prepares herself • he takes her to his home • wedding feast of 7 days
“I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. I promised you to one husband, to Christ, so that I might present you as a pure virgin to Him.” 2 Cor. 11:2
Christ’s Appearance • eyes like blazing fire – omniscience • many crowns – supreme authority • a name no one knows – untold glory • bloody robe – His blood shed for us • Word of God – reveals God’s purpose • sword – He speaks judgment
“…You are My Son, …Ask of Me, and I will surely give the nations as Your inheritance, and the very ends of the earth as Your possession. You shall break them with a rod of iron, You shall dash them to pieces like pottery.”Psalm 2:7-9
Section 6: chapters 17-19 • the return of Christ • destruction of God’s enemies • Babylon • the beast • the false prophet • reward for God’s people • wedding of the Lamb • the promised Kingdom