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Revelation
Chapter
Four
Heaven - the abode of God and the angelic beings
Paradise—The place of blessedness
II Corinthians 12:2-3
Luke 23:42-43
Revelation 2:7
The language of Revelation 4 is very “symbolic” and
“metaphorical”. The one who sat on the throne is
described as having the appearance of Jasper and
Carnelian.
Throne— symbolizes absolute sovereignty
Daniel 7:9
I Kings 22:19
Scripture teaches that God is sovereign
Psalm 135:6
Ephesians 1:11
Revelation 11:15
Jasper—crystal clear
God’s nature is s pure as crystal = no sin at all
Radiant
Light
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Chapter Four (4)
Sermon Notes and significant thoughts
and ideas from the sermons on this chapter
Chapter Four (4)
I Timothy 6:16
“Who dwells in unapproachable light.”
Baptist Confession of 1689
“God is a most pure spirit, invisible, without body, parts or passion . . . .”
John 4:24
“God is spirit, and those who worship
him must worship in spirit and in
truth.”
Colossians 1:15
“He is the image of the invisible God.”
Carnelian—fiery red = judgment
God is a consuming fire
Hebrews 12:29
“Our God is a consuming fire.”
Thunders / Lightnings / Thick Cloud
Trumpet Blast
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Spirit is the opposite of
physical & visible
Mt. Sinai
Chapter Four (4)
Exodus 19:18 = God descended on the mountain
in fire.
Judgment is Coming
Hebrews 9:27
Rainbow—Emerald Green = “Mercy”
The 24 Elders - They are angelic beings who rule
and lead in heavenly praise to God. They represent the future raptured, resurrected and rewarded
saints.
24 Elders
12 Patriarchs—Old Testament
12 Apostles—New Testament
They represent both Old and New Testament Saints
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“It is appointed unto men to die once
then comes the judgment.”
Rainbow
God’s Mercy & Promise
All sinners who embrace Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
are forgiven of their sins.
Chapter Four (4)
1. White garments—Christ’s righteousness
2. Golden crowns—rewards
3. Casting them to the throne—an act of praise
& thanksgiving
4. Seated on thrones—ruling with Christ
5. Worshiping—our response to salvation
7 torches of fire which are the 7 spirit’s of God =
The fullness and blessing of the Holy Spirit.
The Counselor, Teacher, Guide, Sustainer, Comforter, etc.
In Creation—Perfector
In Salvation—Regeneration
In Sanctification—sets us apart
In Prayer—prays within us
Sea of Glass—the majesty of God’s divine presence as
well as his purity and holiness.
Four Living Creatures—they are angelic beings that
represent 4 dimensions of God’s creation.
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3rd Person of the
Blessed Trinity
Chapter Four (4) Lion—Wild beast of the earth
Ox—Domesticated animals
Man—Human beings
Eagle—Flying animals
They also represent praise and adoration of God for
his complete creation.
The 24 elders, the four living creatures worship God for his
sovereign power in creating the Universe.
Revelation 4:11
1. Worship is the highest priority of our lives—John 4:23-24.
2. Worship is only received when done from our hearts -
Mark 7:1-8.
3. Worship that is God-honoring is empowered by the Holy
Spirit—Philippians 3:3.
4. Worship is the deepest privilege of every believer—Psalm 150.
5. Worship is given to the Triune God the Father, Son and
Holy Spirit throughout eternity—Revelation 21-22.
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“Worthy are you, our Lord and God to
receive glory and honor and power,
for you created all things, and by you
will they exist and were created.”
Personal Application
SERMON OUTLINE
Heaven – the abode of God and angelic beings.
Revelation 4:1-11
*When we get a look into heaven we see . . .
1. One seated on the throne with the appearance of
Jasper and Carnelian surrounded by a rainbow.
2. Twenty four (24) elders clothed in white garments
with golden crowns on their heads.
3. Seven (7) burning torches of fire representing the
seven (7) spirits of God and a sea of glass like
crystal before the throne.
4. Four (4) living creatures full of eyes that were like
a lion, an ox, the face of a man and an eagle in
flight.
5. A chorus of worship and praise to a sovereign God
who created the universe.
INTRODUCTION
II Corinthians 12:2-3; Luke 23:42-43; Revelation 2:7
Point 1 Revelation 4:2-3; John 4:24; Colossians 1:15;
I Timothy 6:15; Daniel 7:9; I Kings 22:19;
Psalm 135:6; Ephesians 1:11; Revelation 11:15;
Hebrews 12:29; Hebrews 9:27; Exodus 19:18;
Revelation 20:11
Point 2 Revelation 4:4; 5:9; 14:3
Point 3 Revelation 4:5-6; 19:16; Exodus 24:10;
Revelation 15:2-3
Point 4 Revelation 4:6-8; Isaiah 6; Ezekiel 10
Point 5 Revelation 4:9-11; Psalm 90:4; Genesis 1:1;
Psalm 105:6; John 4:23-24; Mark 7:
Philippians 3:3; Psalm 150; Revelation 21, 22
Scriptures used throughout
this Sermon
Revelation 4:1-11
Revelation
Chapter
Five
Lamb—the symbol used throughout Scripture for a
sacrifice to God. Genesis 22:7-8; Exodus 12:3; Isaiah 53:7; John 1:29;
I Corinthians 5:7; I Peter 1:18-19; Revelation 5:6,8,12,13.
Jesus is the Lion of the Tribe of Judah—Genesis 49:9-10 Lion = Fierceness and Strength
It points to the one who will rule as King
There are “456” Messianic Prophecies in the Old
Testament.
Jesus is the Root of David—Isaiah 11:1-10; II Samuel 7;
II Timothy 2:8
David
Solomon Nathan
Joseph Mary
Matthew 1:1-16 Luke 3:23-38
Jesus was raised from the dead and established his
Kingdom—Acts 2:34; I Corinthians 15:25-26.
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Chapter Five (5)
Sermon Notes and significant thoughts and
ideas from the sermons on this chapter
Chapter Five (5)
Jesus was slain but was standing
Slain—Violent Death
(1) He is our sacrifice—Ephesians 5:2
(2) He is our substitute—Isaiah 53:7
(3) He is our satisfaction—I John 4:10; Romans 3:25
His standing represents his resurrection from the dead
Jesus has seven (7) horns and seven (7) eyes which
are the seven (7) spirits of God. 7 Horns— Symbol of power and strength – Matthew 28:18
7 Eyes—Symbol of complete vision—Zechariah 4:10
7 Spirits—Symbol of the Holy Spirit—Galatians 4:6
A scroll written within and on the back, sealed with
7 seals.
The scroll contains the prophecies of the end times events
including the salvation of God’s people and the judgment
of the wicked.
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Chapter Five (5)
1. The finality of history.
2. The overthrow of evil.
3. The gathering of the saved.
4. The rule of Christ forever.
The 7 seals move us from the 1st Century to the Second
Coming of Christ and the end of history.
A.D. 30 2nd Coming
of Christ
The Death of Christ . . .
(1) Redeemed sinners from all over the earth.
(2) Made the redeemed a kingdom of Priest to God.
(3) And promised that they will reign upon the earth.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 = Seals
All of the 24 elders, the four living beast, millions
and millions of angels and all the redeemed will
worship the Lamb throughout eternity.
Chapter Five (5)
1. Jesus Christ is the Lord and Savior of all who receive
him for forgiveness—John 1:29
2. Jesus Christ is the promised Messiah of the Old
Testament—Matthew 16:16
3. Jesus Christ is the sovereign Lord over all history -
Revelation 5
4. Jesus Christ will bring history to an end and judge
the lost and bring full salvation to the saved -
Revelation 6-22
5. Jesus Christ is worthy of worship will all of our
hearts now and for eternity—Revelation 5
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Personal Application
SERMON OUTLINE
Lamb of God – the title that John the Baptist used for
Jesus in the Gospel of John 1:29,36 –
“Behold the Lamb of God, who takes
away the sin of the world.”
Revelation 5:1-14
*The apostle John sees the glorious picture of the Lamb who is . . .
1. The Lion of the tribe of Judah and the root of David.
2. The one slain with 7 horns and 7 eyes which are the
7 spirits of God.
3. The only one who can open the 7 seals of the scroll.
4. The one who redeems us from every tribe, language,
people and nation and makes us a kingdom of priests
who shall reign upon the earth.
5. The only one who can receive power, wealth, wisdom,
might, honor, glory and blessing from the worshipers
in heaven.
INTRODUCTION
John 1:29; Genesis 22:7-8; Exodus 12:3; Isaiah 53:7;
I Corinthians 5:7; I Peter 1:18-19; Revelation 5
Point 1 Revelation 5:1-5; 49:9-10; 19:16; Isaiah 11:1-10;
I Peter 3:13; II Samuel 7:12; II Timothy 2:8;
Acts 2:34; I Corinthians 15:25-26; Romans 16:20
Point 2 Revelation 5:6; Isaiah 53:7; Ephesians 5:2;
Mark 10:45; I John 4:10; Romans 3:25; I Peter
1:18-19; Matthew 28:18; Zechariah 4:10;
Galatians 4:6
Point 3 Revelation 5:1-5; Ezekiel 2:9-10; Revelation
7:1-22:21
Point 4 Revelation 5:7-10; Colossians 1:13-14;
Mark 10:45; Ephesians 1:7; Revelation 5:10;
Romans 11:33-36
Point 5 Revelation 5:11-14; Psalm 95:1-3; John 1:29;
Matthew 16:16; Revelation 6-19
Scriptures used throughout
this Sermon
Revelation 5:1-14
Revelation
Chapter
Six
Scroll—a book sealed along the outside with seven (7)
seals.
The Scroll contains two (2) things in particular . . .
(1) The establishment of the Kingdom of God and
the gathering of his saints for eternity.
(2) The judgment of God upon the evil demonic
powers which have oppressed his people -
God’s wrath against evil will be poured out
upon the world.
1st 2nd
Century Coming of
Christ
End of History
1. White Horse — Militarism
2. Red Horse — War
3. Black Horse—Famine
4. Pale Horse—Death
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Chapter Six (6)
Sermon Notes and significant thoughts and
ideas from the sermon notes on this chapter
The Four Horsemen
Chapter Six (6)
The souls under the altar who had been slain for the
Word of God and their witness. Under the Altar—saints pictured as those
sacrificed for Christ.
Matthew 24:9
“You will be hated by all nations for my
Name’s sake.” Their prayer is a prayer of vindication.
(1) White robes—symbol of blessedness and rest
(2) Rest a little longer—until the consummation
of all things at Christ’s return. (3) Until the number of their fellow servants
and brothers should be complete—the end
is not immediate and more martyred Christians
will follow.
The end of persecution and killing is not finished.
The 5 seals takes us across 2,000 years of Christian
History
Militarism War Famine Death Martyrdom 1st Century 2013
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1 2 3 4 5
Chapter Six (6)
God’s wrath will be poured out upon the nations at
the end of history.
Revelation 6:12-17
This is a day of both . . .
Salvation
Judgment
Matthew 24:9—Acts 2:20-21—Revelation 6:12-17
II Thessalonians 1:5-12—II Thessalonians 2:3-12
The wrath of God fulfills the Old Testament prophecies
of the day of the Lord.
1. Joel 2:31
2. Joel 3:15
3. Isaiah 13:10-11
4. Isaiah 34:4
5. Jeremiah 4:23-28
6. Isaiah 2:19
7. Matthew 24:29-31
8. Acts 2:20-21
9. Revelation 6:12-17
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“For the great day of their wrath has
come, and who can stand.”
Chapter Six (6)
Dr. George Ladd Writes . . .
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The breaking of each of the seals does not witness the
opening of part of the book, chapter by chapter as it were;
all of the seals are preliminary to opening the book. The
sixth seal brings us to the threshold of the opening of the
book and the great events of the end. The breaking of the
seventh seal makes is possible for the book to be
opened and its contents disclosed. The book contains the
prophecies of the end of the world; but the end is not a
single event but consists of a whole complex of events. It
includes the outpouring of God’s wrath upon a rebellious
civilization, the judgment of the Antichrist and the
destruction of his hosts, as well as the resurrection of the
dead and the establishment of the Kingdom of God. So we
may conclude that the sixth seal brings us to the threshold
of the end; and then John stands back, as it were, to tell
the story of the end in greater detail. The breaking of the
seventh seal opens the book and begins the story of the
events of the end time; this is the substance of the
remainder of the Revelation.
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1. For 2,000 years and until Christ returns we will
experience -
Militarism
War
Famine
Death
Martyrdom
4 horses and the 5th seal of Revelation
2. These 5 seals will only increase and intensify at
the end of history before Christ’s Second Coming.
3. Those who are put to death for Christ go immediately
into his presence in heaven.
4. The day of God’s wrath and vengeance upon the
wicked is ultimately and absolutely coming.
Revelation 6:17
“For the great day of their wrath has
come, and who can stand.”
5. Jesus Christ is the sovereign Lord of history who is
in absolute control of the scroll and the seven (7)
seals that open the scroll.
Revelation 6:1
“Now I watched when the Lamb opened
one of the seven seals . . . .”
Personal Application
SERMON OUTLINE
Scroll – A book sealed along the outside edge
with seven (7) seals.
Revelation 6:1-17
*The Lamb opens the seals that bring disasters on the earth . . .
1. The 1st seal represents militarism.
2. The 2nd seal represents war.
3. The 3rd seal represents famine.
4. The 4th seal represents death.
5. The 5th seal represents martyrdom.
6. The 6th seal represents the wrath of God coming
upon the earth.
7. The wrath of God fulfills the Old Testament prophecies
concerning the day of the Lord.
INTRODUCTION
Psalm 138:16; Daniel 8:26; Zechariah 6:1-8
Point 1 Revelation 6:1-2; II Thessalonians 2
Point 2 Revelation 6:3-4; Revelation 16:12-16; 19:16;
Matthew 24:7
Point 3 Revelation 6:5-6; Matthew 24:7
Point 4 Revelation 6:7-8; Matthew 24:9
Point 5 Revelation 6:9-11; II Timothy 4:6; Matthew 24:9;
Matthew 24:14; Luke 18:7; Romans 12:19
Point 6 Revelation 6:12-17; Romans 11:15; 26-27;
II Thessalonians 2:3-12; 6:12-17;
II Thessalonians 1:5-12; Revelation 19:1-21
Point 7 Revelation 6:12-17; Joel 2:31; 3:15; Isaiah
13:10-11; 34:4; Jeremiah 4:23-28; Isaiah 2:19;
Matthew 24:29-31
Scriptures used throughout
this Sermon
Revelation 6:1-17
Revelation
Chapter
Seven
Chapter Seven (7)
The seal of God also implies ownership.
The 7th seal of God brings the 7 trumpets of God’s wrath.
The 4 angels hold back the 4 winds of destruction until
God’s people are sealed.
The 144,000 represent symbolically all the saved upon the
earth prior to God’s wrath being poured out upon the earth.
144,000 = Both Jew/Gentile
The Body of Christ
The following seven (7) reasons are given for the 144,000
being all of the saved (Jew/Gentile).
1. The number 144,000 is a symbolic number of
completeness.
12 X 12 X 1,000 = 144,000
The whole book of Revelation is filled with symbolic
numbers. Even the new dimensions of the New Jerusalem is
given with 12,000 and 144.
Revelation 21:16-17
Dr. Robert Mounce writes:
“The number is obviously symbolic. Twelve (the
number of the tribes) is both squared and multiplied
by one thousand—a twofold way of emphasizing
completeness.”
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Perspective—A proper evaluation with
proportional importance
given to component parts.
Revelation 7 is an interlude between the 6th and the
7th seal
6th 7th
Seal Seal
The sealing of the 144,000 answers the question of
Revelation 6:17. “For the great day of their wrath has come and who can stand?”
The 144,000 are sealed to protect them from God’s
wrath.
Seal of God—the seal of protection from God’s wrath
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Chapter Seven (7)
Sermon Notes and significant thoughts
and ideas from the sermon on this chapter
The sealing of the
144,000
The Great Multitude
Ezekiel 9
An X was placed on all the foreheads
of those who were deeply grieved
over Israel’s sin. It protected them
from God’s judgment.
Chapter Seven (7)
2. The list of the 12 Tribes that John gives does
“NOT” agree with the 12 Tribes listed in Genesis
49 and Ezekiel 48.
Revelation 7 Genesis 49 Ezekiel 48
Judah Reuben Dan
Reuben Simeon Asher
Gad Levi Naphtali
Asher Judah Manasseh
Naphtali Zebulun Ephraim
Manasseh Issachar Reuben
Simeon Dan Judah
Levi Gad Benjamin
Issachar Asher Simeon
Zebulun Naphtali Issachar
Joseph Joseph Zebulun
Benjamin Benjamin Gad
George Ladd writes:
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“No satisfactory explanation of this irregular list
of names has been offered, unless it be this:
John intends to say that the 12 Tribes of Israel
are not literal Israel, but true, spiritual Israel—
the church.”
Chapter Seven (7)
3. The church is called the Israel of God.
Romans 9:6
Galatians 6:16
“. . . upon the Israel of God.”
Galatians 3:29
4. The 10 Tribes of Israel in 722 B.C. disappeared
after Assyria conquered them and took them
into captivity.
5. The 144,000 are seen in Revelation 14:1-5 and
the number is clearly symbolic of all believers.
6. The Tribe of Judah is listed first.
Jesus the Savior is from the Tribe of Judah—he is
Normally listed 4th but he is listed first to signal the
New Covenant and the church is the Israel of God.
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“Not all who descended from Israel
(ethnic Jews) belong to Israel
(spiritual Jews).”
“And if you are Christ’s then you are
Abraham’s offspring, heirs according
to the promise.”
Revelation 7:5
“12,000 from the Tribe of Judah were
sealed.”
Chapter Seven (7)
7. We are at the end of history with God’s wrath
being poured out on the world and Revelation
9:4 clearly teaches only those with the seal
of God on the foreheads are protected.
If this seal is not placed upon all believers
then some of the saved will experience God’s
wrath. But Scripture is clear that this can
not happen.
Romans 5:9; I Thessalonians 1:9-10
Examples: Noah and the flood
Lot and Sodom/Gomorrah
Israel and the 10 plaques
Israel and the Red Sea
The great multitude represent the 144,000 who are
saved by Christ’s blood but are now seen in Heaven.
(1). They are a great multitude that no one can number -
every nation, tribe, people and language.
(2). God’s promise to Abraham was that his descendants
(spiritual believers) would be as numerous as the
stars in the sky, sand on the seashore and the dust
of the earth (Genesis 15:5; 22:17; 28:14).
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The Bible clearly teaches that God will protect
His people from his wrath.
Chapter Seven (7)
(3). They were before the throne of God = Heaven
(4). They were clothed in white robes with palm branches
in their hands. This pictures victory, celebration and
worship.
(5). They were crying out that salvation belongs to God -
God alone saves sinners.
(6). Their robes were washed and made white in the
blood of the Lamb.
Hebrews 9:22
“Without the shedding of blood there is
no forgiveness.”
(7). The great multitude in heaven.
Serve God day and night.
Are sheltered by God’s presence.
Never hunger nor thirst again.
The sun will not strike them or the scorching heat.
The Lamb will be their Shepherd.
He will guide them to springs of living water.
God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.
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1. Every Christian can have perfect peace that God’s
wrath will never strike them.
2. God will shield, protect and seal believers from his
wrath now and at the end of history.
3. All the redeemed can celebrate their salvation that
has been accomplished through the shed blood of
the Lord Jesus Christ.
4. Every believer in Jesus Christ can have absolute
confidence that God will bring us through whatever
tribulation in life we face.
5. Every believer can know for certain that our ultimate
destination is heaven where we will live in complete
bliss and joy forever and ever.
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Personal Application
SERMON OUTLINE
Perspective –A proper evaluation with proportional
importance given to the component parts.
Revelation 7:1-17
*John sees the same group of believers from two different
perspectives . . .
1. The 144,000 are sealed by an angel for protection
from God’s wrath that is coming upon the earth.
2. The 144,000 represent symbolically all the saved upon
the earth prior to God’s wrath being poured out upon
the earth.
3. The Bible clearly teaches that God will protect his
people from his wrath.
4. The great multitude represent all who have been saved
by the blood of Christ.
5. The great multitude represent the sealed 144,000 who
are now in heaven.
INTRODUCTION
Matthew 24:29; Acts 2:20
Point 1 Revelation 7:1-8; II Timothy 2:19; Revelation
8:1; 11:15; 16:17
Point 2 Revelation 7:1-4; Isaiah 11:12; Daniel 7:2;
Jeremiah 49:36; I Timothy 5:21; Genesis 49;
Ezekiel 48; Romans 2:28-29; Romans 9:6;
Galatians 6:16; Galatians 3:14; 29;
Philippians 3:3; Revelation 7:5; 9:4
Point 3 Romans 5:9; I Thessalonians 1:9-10; Revelation
6:16-17; Genesis 6-9; 19; Exodus 7-12; 12; 14
Point 4 Revelation 7:9-14; Genesis 15:5; 22:17; 28:14;
Isaiah 66:1; Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:10;
John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Revelation 7:14; Hebrews
9:22
Point 5 Revelation 7:15-17; Mark 10:45; Matthew 5:6;
John 6:35; Psalm 23:1; John 10; Psalm 5:8;
John 7:37-38; Revelation 21:4
Scriptures used throughout
this Sermon
Revelation 7:1-17
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