BIBLE READING PLANNER

The last Book of the Bible completes God's message about Jesus Christ and the coming Kingdom.

It was given by God to Jesus (Revelation 1:1) to show his servants things which were yet to happen before Jesus is revealed from heaven.

It was made known to John while he was an exile in the isle of Patmos.

Given in highly symbolic language ('signified' 1:1) it can only be understood in the light of the rest of Scripture. In other words to understand the symbols and message found in Revelation we must seek the answers in both the Old and New Testament writings.

The early chapters are easier to understand, being addressed to the seven 'churches' (ecclesias) in Asia . They contain vital advice for faithful followers of Jesus today.

DAILY NOTES

SUNDAY - Revelation 1 - God gave this Book, through Jesus, to teach His servants (verse 1). Are we His servants? If so, we read, hear and keep his word (verse 3).

MONDAY - Revelation 2 - If we have 'ears to hear' then do we listen to God's word? (verses 7, 11, 17, 29). Watch for the promises to the faithful.

TUESDAY - Revelation 3 - It is better to be cold or hot, rather than lukewarm believers (verse 15). Which are we? Who are those who 'overcome'?

WEDNESDAY - Revelation 5 - Those who are Christ's will reign on earth over all nations (verse 10). Are we Christ's'?

THURSDAY - Revelation 19 - Those who are Christ's are covered by his righteousness (verse 8) and will be united with him for ever (verse 7).

FRIDAY - Revelation 21 - The 'new Jerusalem' is the Bride of Christ - those who are united with him for ever (verses 2, 9, 10). But some will be excluded (verse 8).