In our world today, many people struggle to understand the Bible. We want to help you see the beauty and relevance of the Bible so that you can apply it to your life. God reveals his will and desires for humankind through each specific section of the Bible, and during this series, we will take a journey from Genesis to Revelation to understand more about God’s Word.
Today, we wrap up the series by looking at one of the most confusing parts of the Bible. Apocalyptic literature is not always easy to understand, but if we take the time to understand how God reveals himself, we can gain a new perspective on God’s plan for humanity.
Sermon Notes:
Don’t be afraid of reading the confusing books of the Bible
* Revelation 1:1-3
* The BIble Project – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNDX4tUdj1Y
Apocalyptic Literature is how God reveals the true nature of the world from a divine perspective
* Daniel 2:16-23
How to Read Apocalyptic Literature
1 – Pay Attention to the Symbolism
2 – Understand the Cultural and Historical Setting
3 – Don’t overanalyze the symbols
4 – Discover the Purpose
* Revelation 21:1-7, 27
* Galatians 1:11-17
The Lord’s Supper
* 1 Corinthians 11:23-26