Revelation

If you are reading this to get some understanding about the Book of Revelation, look again. I can tell you this.

These words in Revelation, were given by God to John, to show "what must soon take place". Just as John found it difficult to write down what he saw, so we have trouble understanding all the symbolism and events that are described. We do get a glimpse of Heaven, the judgement, tribulations, the end of the world, and the destruction of Satan, his helpers, and all who reject Jesus Christ.

Impressions: The lavish descriptions are often horrific and always full of mystery. What does that mean? Who does that describe? Who is it that is suffering there? Will believers be spared some or all of the troubles that are ahead? Prophecy in the Bible has an excellent track record so we can be sure that what is told to John will come to pass. Several references are made to "being wise" when understanding these symbols. It is like a giant puzzle whose pieces are slowly revealing themselves as history unfolds, and we have to be discerning in figuring out where the pieces go and what the big picture looks like.

It is beyond me and there are probably as many interpretations as there are interpreters.

This movie will play out as it should and the plot will be incredible, but one thing I do know, and that is the ending, which is a happy ending for those that endure in faith that Jesus is their Lord and Saviour. 

Readability: 3 1/2 stars