God’s Purpose, God’s Church

I’ve been a member of the same men’s Bible study group for over 30 years.  During that time someone will, on occasion, raise the question of studying the Book of Revelation? Just this spring we committed ourselves to that study, trying to be thorough, taking one verse at a time, digging deep, using at least 7 commentaries and trying to understand the vision and the message.

Revelation is best tackled with a rich, creative imagination.  It is a book filled with images and symbols, but at its very core, Revelation is a book of hope!  But Revelation is also a book of warning.  Things are not as they should be in the churches. Christ calls the churches to commit to living in righteousness, and we need to understand what that commitment means for it is the key to determining God’s purpose for the church, specifically, your church. Continue reading