bibleThe book of Revelation is not simply an outline of chronological events of the last days. As we read in chapter 1, verse 1, it is a “revelation of Jesus Christ […] to show what must soon take place.” I want to underline the conjunction “of”. This book is a revelation of Christ in a special character in keeping with the contents and purpose of this intriguing book.
Let us describe what is meant here. This divine revelation not only emanates from Jesus Christ, but it is an actual unveiling* of his Person in a particular aspect hitherto not revealed during his first visit on earth and as described through out the Gospels. A fuller appreciation of the contents of this unusual revelation will be realized in the measure in which you, the reader, will grasp and value the glories of Christ as presented in this book. To summarize, we have a revelation provided for us through Christ and simultaneously, concerning Christ. In Revelation 19:10 we read: “For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” This verse could be inverted to say: “The spirit of prophecy is the testimony of Jesus.” The Apostle John, through the Holy Spirit, is communicating to us the objective and scope of prophecy. The very substance and essence, yes, the very goal and motive of prophecy is a testimony to us of the greatness of Christ. If we lose sight of Jesus in prophecy, we set aside the very reason why God, in his infinite grace, gave us these prophetic utterances. Understanding and appreciating this perspective will tremendously enrich our spiritual experience as we journey through time and ponder the wonderful book of the Apocalypse. The gist of prophecy is God’s display of the prominence and grandeur of His Son, Jesus Christ. At OKChrist, we want YOU to make this your very own experience. If you need a New Testament, we will be happy to send you a copy FREE of charge. Just send us an e-mail and let us know. André J. Lebrun * (The Greek work for revelation means “to draw the veil aside”.)

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