Notice the order: John heard. He saw. He fell. Then he was touched, revived, and commissioned into ministry to write “the things which he had seen, and the things which are, and the things which shall be hereafter.” John turned to see what he heard and found it led to a deeper understanding and renewed appreciation of Jesus Christ. And that, gang, is what this book before us is all about. Revelation is not given primarily to give us information about Bible prophecy, but bring to us a revelation of Jesus Christ personally.

Angelos, the word translated “angel,” also means “messenger” and is referring to the pastors, the leaders of the seven churches. Why are they likened to stars? Because according to Daniel 12, those who turn many to righteousness will shine as stars forever. Truly, once you start sharing your faith, once you start reflecting the goodness and grace of God, there will be a radiance about you that will draw others to your Savior. Try it and see!

Revelation was entrusted to John because he bore record of the testimony of Jesus and of all the things he saw. People who say, “I don’t seem to be growing in the Lord,” must understand that when it comes to revelation, information, or inspiration, the Lord has a very definite prerequisite: Are we going to personally receive it in our heart and freely release it to others?

We are part of a family, a big family- the family of God. So, by the offering of Jesus Christ on the Cross of Calvary, we have been perfected positionally. We are family- and as family, it is the intention of our Father that we dwell together in unity. Why is the Lord so concerned about unity?

I don’t get what’s happening in my life. I don’t understand what’s coming down. I don’t understand what’s going on. I need to see Jesus. And Jesus would say to you precisely what He said to these Greek seekers: “You will only see Me in light of Calvary.” We feel like that sometimes. We all do. What does that mean? Let’s find out