Following the Lamb Messages from Patmos for Today! Revelation Seminars 19

1.Demonstrate that the Revelation references to believers being washed, sealed & clothed are the experiences of salvation symbolized by baptism. 2.Show that it is through baptism that we become members of the fellowship of God’s people. 3.Explore the qualities of God’s last day people objectives Revelation Seminars 19 Following the Lamb

Q1 How is the sacrifice of our Saviour Jesus often portrayed in Revelation? Revelation 5:6,12 A The Slain Lamb Revelation Seminars 19 Jesus—the Anointed Saviour Q A

Q2 Who do believers follow? Revelation 14:4 (Compare Revelation 7:17.) A The Lamb Q3 What did Jesus Christ instruct His followers to do? Mark 16:15,16 (Compare Matthew 28:19,20; John 3:5.) A Believe & be baptised Revelation Seminars 19 [1] Believers in the Anointed Saviour

1 Believers are WASHED Q4 What has Jesus done for us by His death? A 1. Revelation 1:5freed us from sin 2. Revelation 5:9purchased us for God 3. Revelation 7:14washed us by His blood Revelation Seminars 19 [1] Believers in the Anointed Saviour

1 Believers are WASHED Q5 The three most important events in the life and ministry of Jesus are reflected in baptism. What are they? Romans 6:1-7 A1. Death 2. Burial 3. Resurrection Q6 Why did Jesus, the sinless One, say it was proper for Him to be baptised? Matt 3:13-15 A To fulfil all righteousness Revelation Seminars 19 [1] Believers in the Anointed Saviour

1 Believers are WASHED Q7 How was He baptised? Matthew 3:13-16 (See Mark 1:9-11; Luke 3:21-23; John 3:23.) A By immersion Revelation Seminars 19 [1] Believers in the Anointed Saviour

2 Believers are SEALED Q8 Who will be able to stand when Jesus returns in power and glory? Revelation 7:1-4 (Read Revelation 6:12-7:4.) A Those who are sealed with the Seal of God Q9 What is the seal of God? Compare Revelation 7:3 with Revelation 14:1 A Jesus’ & the Father’s name Q10 When do believers receive the name of the Father and the Son? Matthew 28:19 A At baptism Revelation Seminars 19 [1] Believers in the Anointed Saviour

2 Believers are SEALED Q11 What does the baptised believer do? Matthew 28:19,20 A Obey all Jesus has commanded Q12 What are the characteristics of sealed or baptised believers? Revelation 14:12 A 1. They obey God’s commandments 2. They remain faithful to Jesus PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM – 1. Belief in Jesus 2. Repentance Revelation Seminars 19 [1] Believers in the Anointed Saviour

3 Believers are CLOTHED Q13 How are believers clothed? A 1. Rev 6:11 Martyred believers given 2. Rev 7:9 The great multitude wear 3. Rev 7:13,14 Great multitude have 4. Rev 12:1 Believers are clothed with 5. Rev 19:7,8 The Lamb’s bride given 6. Rev 22:14 Those in Holy City have Revelation Seminars 19 [1] Believers in the Anointed Saviour white robes washed in blood the sun fine white linen washed their robes

3 Believers are CLOTHED Q14 What symbolizes the covering of the righteousness of Christ? Galatians 3:26,27 A Baptism Revelation Seminars 19 [1] Believers in the Anointed Saviour

15 Through the baptism of the Spirit what do we become? 1 Corinthians 12:12,13,27 A Members of the body of Christ Q16 How is God's household or church described? 1 Timothy 3:14,15 A The pillar & foundation of truth  Extra 19: fundamental Bible teachings Revelation Seminars 19 [2] Last Day Believers in the Anointed Saviour

Q true or false 1. The word baptism means “to immerse.” 2.People baptised in New Testament times were baptised in the name of the Father, Son & Holy Spirit. 3.People baptised in New Testament times joined the local Sabbath keeping fellowship of believers in their city. 4.Belief and repentance are the prerequisites for baptism. Q yes/no/not sure 5.Do you choose to be baptised? Revelation Seminars 19 quiz

My Response... Q How do you think you would have responded if you had been the Ethiopian or the apostle Paul, when confronted with the decision to be baptised by water and the Holy Spirit? How do you feel about the idea of being anointed by the Holy Spirit as an ambassador for God? A Revelation Seminars 19 NewChurchLife Resource –

Following the Lamb Messages from Patmos for Today! Revelation Seminars 19