Revelation 5

 Homiletics                                                       Study:        Revelation                               

Lesson    10                                                      Passage:    Revelation 5

Content (List of Topics or Events)

Scroll and Worthy One to unseal.  (Revelation 5:1-5) 1. John sees in the right hand of the one on the throne a scroll with 7 seals (1) 2. Mighty angel proclaiming loudly “Who is worthy to break the seals and open the scroll?” (2) 3. No one in heaven, earth or under could open it and see the contents (3) 4. John weeps because no one was found worthy of opening scroll to see inside (4) 5. One of the elders said don’t weep the Lion of Judah is able to open the scroll and its 7 seals (5)

Lamb takes scroll and New Song saying Worthy (Revelation 5:6-10) 1. John sees the Lamb, looking as if slain standing in the center of the throne. (6a) a. Encircled by four living creatures and the elders (6b) b. Lamb had 7 horns and 7 eyes which are 7 spirits of God sent out to all the earth (6c)   2. He took the scroll from the one on the throne (7) 3. When he took it the 4 living creatures and 24 elders fell before the Lamb. (8) a. Each had a harp (8b) b. Holding golden bowls of incense [prayer of the people] (8c) 4. A new song was sung… Worthy because you were slain, you made persons from every tribe, language, people and nation a kingdom to serve God (9-10)

Voices of Angels and then All creation saying Worthy (Revelation 5:11-14) 1. John looks and hears voice of many angels; thousands and thousands and they encircled throne, creatures and elders (11) 2. In loud voice they say “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain to receive power, wealth, wisdom, strength, honor, glory and praise (12) 3. Then every creature in heaven, earth, under earth and sea say “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise, honor, glory and power forever and ever”. (130 4. Four living creatures say “Amen” and elders fell down and worshiped (14)

Divisions (Main Blocks of Thought)

Scroll and Worthy One to unseal.	Revelation 5:1-5
Lamb takes scroll and New Song saying Worthy	Revelation 5:6-10
Voices of Angels and then All creation saying Worthy	Revelation 5:11-14

Subject Sentence (Summarizes the contents of the Divisions – No more than 10 words)

Scroll seen and Lamb worshiped by every creature as worthy.

Aim (Main Teaching Point of the Passage)

CTATL that the Lamb of God who was slain purchased persons from every tribe, language, people and nation to be a kingdom and priests to serve God and reign on earth.

Specific Application Questions

What is your reaction to Jesus and how do recognize Him as worthy?

What is your reaction to every tribe, language, people and nation shall serve God?  Where is your commitment to God’s kingdom?

How is your “Amen” expressed?

Principles to Remember                                                                                                                                           

Lyon of Judah is Lamb of God (our key to heaven)

Lamb of God is worthy (our prayers are heard)

Lamb of God is worthy of worship (God’s truth)

Characteristic of God

Redemption

Theme

The Lamb of God is worthy of all praise; he paid the price for our sin and is the key to heaven.

 

 

 

Revelation 4

 Homiletics                                                       Study:        Revelation                               

Lesson    9                                                       Passage:    Revelation 4

Content (List of Topics or Events)

Approaching God on the Throne  (Revelation 4:1-6a) 1. Door standing Open in heaven (1) a. A voice saying come b. I’ll show you what must take place after this. 2. In the Spirit, John sees the throne (2-3) a. The occupant had the appearance of Jasper ruby. b. A rainbow shining like an emerald circled the throne. 3. Surrounding the throne were 24 thrones with 24 elders (4) a. Elders were dressed in white b. The elders had crowns of gold on their heads 4. Throne described (5-6a) a. From the throne were flashes of lightning, rumblings and peals of thunder (5a) b. In front of the throne were 7 blazing lamps; 7 spirits of God (5b)  c. In front was what looked like a sea of glass; clear as crystal (6a)

Creatures around the Throne (Revelation 4:6b-8a) 1. Four living creatures covered with eyes in front and back (6b-7) a. First creature like a lion b. Second creature like an ox   c. Third creature had face like man d. Fourth like flying eagle 2. Each creature had 6 wings (8a)

Living Creatures Worship God on the Throne (Revelation 4:8b-11) 1. Four living creatures never stop saying (describing) eternal nature of God (8b) 2. In response to living creatures saying glory, honor and thanks, 24 elders fall down and worship Him laying their crown before the throne (9-10) 3. Elders saying “God is worthy of glory, honor and power (11) a. Created all things b. By your will you created all things c. In you they have their being.

Divisions (Main Blocks of Thought)

Approaching God on the Throne	Revelation 4:1-6a
Creatures around the Throne	Revelation 4:6b-8a
Living Creatures Worship God on the Throne	Revelation 4:8b-11

Subject Sentence (Summarizes the contents of the Divisions – No more than 10 words)

John invited to throne seeing worshipping living creatures and elders

Aim (Main Teaching Point of the Passage)

CTATL that God is awesome and worthy to be praised

Specific Application Questions

In what ways do you approach the throne of God?

How do you recognize God

Where do you humble yourself and recognize the eternal power of God in your life?

Principles to Remember                                                                                                                                           

We have an awesome God

Faithfulness is rewarded

We should humble ourselves before the Lord.

Characteristic of God

King of Eternity

Theme

John is brought before the throne of God and recognizes His awesome place in eternity.

Daniel 1-2;6-7

 Homiletics                                                       Study: Revelation                               

Lesson    8                                     Passage:    Daniel 1-2;6-7

Content (List of Topics or Events)

Daniel his Captivity, Preparation, Service  (Daniel 1-2) 1. Daniel chooses not to defile himself and is blessed with gifts of knowledge, understanding of dreams from God (Daniel 1) a. Daniel selected for Kings service from Israelite nobility (1-7) b. Daniel choses not to defile himself with food and drink, and flourished (8-16)  c. Daniel with 3 others given knowledge and understanding and ability to interpret dreams. (17-21) 2. Daniel tells of and interprets Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream (Daniel 2) a. Nebuchadnezzar’s dream and astrologers unable to interpret (1-13) b. Daniel intercepts penalty and volunteers to interpret dream (13-27) c. Daniel comes to king and says God can interpret dream (28-30) d. Daniel tells of the kingdoms to come and the eternal kingdom (31-49)

Daniel Faithfulness, Saved and Reward (Daniel 6) 1. Daniel stays true to Lord and is placed in Lyons den (Daniel 6) a. Daniel distinguished himself bringing jealousy  from other administrators (1-5) b. Plot and king’s decree and Daniel’s faithfulness (6-12) c. Decree stands and Daniel placed in Lyon’s den with wish for God to save (13-18) 2. Daniel saved and accusers punished (19-28) a. King overjoyed in Daniel safety (19-24) b. King decrees fear and reverence to God (25-27) c. Daniel prospers (28)

Daniel Vision and Future (Daniel 7) 1. Daniel’s dream of heaven (Daniel 7:1-14) a. Daniel see’s four beasts (1-8) b. Daniel see’s Ancient of Days on throne (9-14) 2. Daniel is trouble at what he sees and asks for meaning (15-29) a. Daniel asks and receives interpretation beast and first 3 explained (15-18) b. 4th beast then explained as different who speaks against the most Most-High and the deliverance (19-26) 3. The everlasting kingdom coms. (27-29)

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Divisions (Main Blocks of Thought)

Daniel his Captivity, Preparation, Service	Daniel 1-2
Daniel Faithfulness, Saved and Reward	Daniel 6
Daniel Vision and Future	Daniel 7

Subject Sentence (Summarizes the contents of the Divisions – No more than 10 words)

Daniel captivity blessings through faithful leadership, dream-interpretation and godly dependence

Aim (Main Teaching Point of the Passage)

CTATLT God takes care of faithful devotion and service to Him.

Specific Application Questions

What is your response to undesirable circumstances?

How is your faithfulness being challenged and where do you turn?

How do you see the future?

Principles to Remember                                                                                                                                           

God is with us even in hard times.

Faithfulness is rewarded

Our future is with Christ

Characteristic of God

Preserver

Theme

Daniel faces challenges with faithfulness to God; His faithfulness points to God and blesses.

 

 

Act 2, Romans 11, Ephesians 4

 Homiletics                                                       Study: Revelation                               

Lesson    7                                     Passage:    Acts 2, Romans 11, Ephesians 4

Content (List of Topics or Events)

Foundations; Day of Pentecost call to Repentance (Acts 2) 1. Apostles filled with the Spirit (1-4) a. Together in one place (1) b. Sound like blowing wind, tongues of fire rested on them (2-3) c. Filed with Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues (4) 2. Crowd came together and heard in their own tongues and amazed (5-13) 3. Peter preached quoting Joel telling of Spirit (14-21) 4. Peter tells fellow Israelites of Jesus they persecuted and God raised from the dead (22-28) 5. Peter tells fellow Israelites of David’s prophecy of Jesus Lord and Messiah (29-36) 6. Crowd cut to the heart and asks what should they do (37) 7. Response from Peter was to “repent and be baptized in name of Jesus” (38-41) 8. They devoted themselves to apostles teaching, supporting each other and adding to their number daily (42-47)

Inclusive; Abraham’s Decedents and Gentiles call to unity (Romans 11) 1. Question: did God reject His people - No; a remnant chosen by Grace (1-10) 2. Question: Did they stumble beyond recovery – No; their transgression brings riches to the world and reconciliation to God (11-16) 3.  Consider: if natural branches are broken and we grafted as wild shoot you don’t support the root, but the root supports you. (17-20) 4. God did not spare natural branches; He won’t spare wild branches. (21- a. Kindness should bring kindness God is able to restore those who do not persist in unbelief (23) b. The natural branches can readily grafted into their own root (24) c. Reminder not to be conceited allowing Israel to come in (25-27) 5. God’s gifts are irrevocable; He does have mercy on disobedience (28-32) 6. All things are from God and the depth of riches in the wisdom and knowledge of him. (33-36)

Oneness; Call to Christlikeness (Ephesians 4) 1. Live a life worthy calling you received in the unity of the Spirit (1-5) 2. Grace is apportioned by Christ (6-13) a. Christ came from heaven to earth (9-10) b. Christ gave some to equip His people (11) c. For works of service to build up Body of Christ (12) d. Bringing unity of faith and full measure of faith (13) 3. No longer infants but mature speaking truth in love as body of Christ (14-16) 4. Live not as Gentiles but put off your old self and new self created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness (20-24) 5. Put off ungodly behavior; don’t grieve the Holy Spirit and be kind and forgiving (25-32)

Divisions (Main Blocks of Thought)

Foundations; Day of Pentecost call to Repentance	Acts 2
Inclusive; Abraham’s Decedents and Gentiles call to unity	Romans 11
Oneness; Call to Christlikeness	Ephesians 4

Subject Sentence (Summarizes the contents of the Divisions – No more than 10 words)

Church from Pentecost repentance, Gentile Spirit-filled graft worthy of calling

Aim (Main Teaching Point of the Passage)

CTATLT the body of Christ comes in repentance dependent on His sustaining power and made holy to be used by the Spirit for His purposes

Specific Application Questions

When have you asked, what must I do to be saved? How are you praising God for His work of salvation in you?

Where is your heart? In what areas are you arrogant or consider yourself superior? How will you take them to Jesus?

Where is there disunity of faith with others? In what ways can you be more kind and compassionate?

Principles to Remember                                                                                                                                           

Christ provided the answer to sin

We are to be rooted in Christ

We are to walk worthy of our calling in Christ

Characteristic of God

Salvation

Theme

We as the church are rooted in the truth of Jesus and are to live out holy lives in unity with Him and His church

 

Revelation 3:7-22

 Homiletics                                                       Study: Revelation                               

Lesson    6                                              Passage:    Revelation 3:7-22

Content (List of Topics or Events)

Words of Holy and True to Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-10) 1. Words of him who is holy and True; who holds the key of David (7a, b) a. What he opens no one can shut (7c) b. What he shuts no one can open (7d) 2. Jesus knowing their deeds before you there is an open door no one can shut. (8a) a. Possessing little strength you kept my word (8b) b. Have not denied my name(8c) 3. Jesus will make those in the synagogue of Satan, claiming to be Jews (the liars) come and fall at your feet acknowledging that I have loved your (9) 4. Since you have kept Jesus’ commands to endure patiently, you’ll be kept from the hour of trial testing earth (10)

Words of Ruler to Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-20) 1. Word of the Amen, the faithful and true witness ruler of God’s creation (14) 2. Jesus knows deeds you are neither hot nor cold; I wish you were either (15) 3.  Because you are neither hot or cold, I am about to spit you out of my mouth (16) 4. You say “I am rich” and don’t need a thing (17) a. You don’t realize you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked (17b) b. Buy refined gold in fire to become rich (18a) c. White clothes to wear to cover your nakedness (18b) d. Salve for your eyes so you can see (18c) 5. Those I love, I will rebuke and discipline; be earnest and repent (19) 6. I’m here standing at the door and knocking. If you hear my voice and open the door I’ll come in and we’ll eat with each other… fellowship (20)

Words to Victorious (Revelation 3:11-13;22-23) 1. Jesus is coming soon – Hold on to what you have keeping the crown no one can take (11) 2. Victorious will be a pillar of the temple of God (12a) 3. Jesus will never leave it and write on it the name of God, name of the city… the new Jerusalem (12b) a. New Jerusalem is coming from heaven sent by God (12c) b. Jesus’ new name will be written (12d) 5. To the victorious, will be given the right to sit with Jesus on the throne; just as victorious Jesus sat down with His Father (21) 6. Whoever has ears let them hear what the spirit says to the churches (13, 22)

Divisions (Main Blocks of Thought)

Words of Holy and True to Philadelphia	Revelation 3:7-10
Words of Ruler to Laodicea	Revelation 3:14-20
Words to Victorious	Revelation 3:11-13; 22-23

Subject Sentence (Summarizes the contents of the Divisions – No more than 10 words)

Words to Philadelphia and Laodicea with Jesus’ encouragement to victorious

Aim (Main Teaching Point of the Passage)

CTATLT Jesus knows us, recognizes our faithfulness and expresses His love by recognizing faithfulness and disciplines to bring to fellowship with Him

Specific Application Questions

In what ways are you keeping God’s word in your life?  Where do you need strength for patient endurance?

Where is your faithfulness lukewarm?  How are your eyes open to the richness in Jesus?

How are you experiencing victory in Jesus now?

Principles to Remember                                                                                                                                           

Jesus opens the door no one can shut

Those that Jesus loves he will rebuke and discipline

Victorious will sit with Jesus.

Characteristic of God

Holds the key to Heaven

Theme

Jesus knows our life situations and desires our faithfulness; faith is the key to heaven.