Things as they Really Are
November 20, 2016 Speaker: Drew Bennett Series: Revelation: Unshakable Hope in a Shaking World
Passage: Revelation 4:1-6– 5:1-10
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Introduction – Heaven is constant as earthly events fluctuate. So what’s happening in heaven right now?
I. THE THRONE
The dominant image in Revelation 4 is the throne. It is mentioned fifteen times. What does the throne symbolize?
II. THE SCROLL
The dominant image in Revelation 5 is the scroll. It is mentioned seven times. What does the scroll symbolize?
III. THE SONG
Why is heaven’s reaction to the throne and the scroll a song?
Discussion Questions:
1 - What does the throne in Revelation 4 symbolize? What hard thing are you going through? How does knowing God is in control bring your comfort and courage?
2 - What does the scroll in Revelation 5 symbolize? Can you give an example of where you’ve recently seen God’s involvement in the details of your life?
3 - Jesus is called “the Lion of the tribe of Judah” (Rev 5:5) and “the Lamb who was slain” (Rev 5:6). He is both Lion and Lamb. Why is that important? What if he were one but not the other?
4 - What makes you sing? At what times do you find yourself singing? Why are they singing in heaven?
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