1. THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST

2. “Revelation begins with God. Every truth people discover is…a discovery of the mind and a gift of God…comes from earnest seeking…reverent waiting.” Wm. Barclay

3. HOUSEKEEPING

4. By picking up, setting in order, and in short, not leaving “unattended clutter” lying around the house we are able to enjoy, comfortable, orderly homes in which we can build strong, balanced, healthy, and happy lives. Just so for our souls with scripture. We need to pick up the “lose pieces” as and tie up the “lose ends” we go along. This helps us make sense and understand the context in which our spiritual lives thrive.

5. SCRIPTURES Revelation 1:1-8; Hebrews 2:4

6. 1. Did the Apostle John ever get off the isle of Patmos? 2. What are the Seven Spirits of 1:4?

7. I. SERVANT OF GOD

8. II. WHAT JESUS DOES FOR US

9. III. THE ROLE OF THE CHURCH

10. The church in the world is a light bearer in a darkened place. Revelation enlightens us and encourages us so that we live in the passion and certainty of ultimate victory!

11. 1. Just how surrendered are you to the Lord? Servant or Slave? 2. Despite whatever life may throw at you, never forget whose you are and therefore who you are. 3. Shine, Jesus shine!