Category: Revelation 4

  • Firmly in Control

    Firmly in Control

    Our solar system consists of the sun and a collection of objects that orbit it. The largest of these heavenly bodies, the planets, are the most notable. However, lesser ones including moons, dwarf planets, comets and asteroids play their roles in a dynamic and awe-inspiring solar system.

  • Ceaseless Worship

    Ceaseless Worship

    This is the scene (chapters 4 and 5) that the entire book of Revelation hinges upon. The church was in the middle of an existential conflict both corporately and individually. The might of the Roman Empire was bearing down on them. The forces of Satan that empowered Rome were gathering…

  • His Noble Attendants

    His Noble Attendants

    Over the years my family has enjoyed a local farm museum which recreates the daily experience of tenant farmers on a salt marsh farm in late 18th century New England. A highlight of any visit are the domesticated animals.

  • Trust in God

    Trust in God

    Before we proceed any farther in this book, before we proceed any farther in our lives, we must wrestle with this question: Who sits on the throne that rules the world?

  • An Out-of-This-World Invitation

    An Out-of-This-World Invitation

    Shortly before Christmas my wife and I took two of my grandchildren to a candy store to do some shopping. It’s a small, Victorian house with a giant box of chocolates displayed on its roof. As we walked through the door …