Revelation 2-3: When Jesus Gives His Grade

The Revelation of Jesus given to John is not written about seven church ages.  It is written to seven particular churches.  In making this statement, I am aware that many godly interpreters disagree with such a conclusion.  However, Revelation 1:4 presents John as writing to seven churches existing in Asia.  In 1:11, he lists these seven … More Revelation 2-3: When Jesus Gives His Grade

Revelation 1: King of Kings and Lord of Lords

John presents himself as a citizen of the kingdom of God.  According to Jesus, the kingdom of heaven was at hand; it was near and in the hearts of his followers.  Therefore, for John the kingdom was neither something future nor something put on hold.  It was something very present, and he was a citizen of the … More Revelation 1: King of Kings and Lord of Lords