Category Archives: Revelation

In a recent post, Larry Hurtado, writing for Ben Witherington’s blog, points out how the Revelation differs from other apocalyptic literature. I’ve not seen these points made in the commentaries and other books I read in putting together the recent … Continue reading →

(Rev. 22:16 ESV) 16 “I, Jesus, have sent my angel to testify to you about these things for the churches. I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star.” The message is urgent. Wright picks up … Continue reading →

Conclusion (Rev. 22:6-7 ESV) 6 And he said to me, “These words are trustworthy and true. And the Lord, the God of the spirits of the prophets, has sent his angel to show his servants what must soon take place.” … Continue reading →

The river of the water of life brings about a change in the nature of the world. (Rev 22:3 ESV) No longer will there be anything accursed, but the throne of God and of the Lamb will be in it, … Continue reading →

Reading the Revelation is like watching a 3D movie in Imax sitting on one of the rumbler seats that vibrates with the explosions. It’s fun but overwhelming. It’s sensory overload. And the good news just keeps on coming. God could … Continue reading →

Chapter 22 concludes with these words, (Rev. 21:24-27 ESV) 24 By its light will the nations walk, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it, 25 and its gates will never be shut by day– and … Continue reading →

The Revelation next describes the New Heavens and New Earth as a temple. (Rev. 21:22-23 ESV) 22 And I saw no temple in the city, for its temple is the Lord God the Almighty and the Lamb. 23 And the … Continue reading →

I know you doubted me when I said the pace would pick up. But this is 10 verses in one post! (Rev. 21:12-21 ESV)  12 It had a great, high wall, with twelve gates, and at the gates twelve angels, … Continue reading →

Now, the camera pans up to show the descent of the New Jerusalem down to earth. (Rev. 21:9-11 ESV) 9 Then came one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls full of the seven last plagues and spoke … Continue reading →

For those who aren’t sons of God, (Rev. 21:8 ESV) 8 But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the lake that burns … Continue reading →