03.01. Lesson 01

Lesson 1: Read the entire book of Revelation at least twice. One of these times -- preferably the first -- read the entire book in one sitting. Do not look at any explanatory notes or commentaries at this stage. If you can’t resist looking at your Bible’s footnotes, use a Bible without footnotes!

Study Questions:

(1) From your reading of the entire book, pick out three to five central themes. What is God telling us here?

(2) With these readings fresh in your mind, how would you characterize the tone of the book? I’ve noted that some find it frightening or confusing; what words would you use?

(3) What are some key verses you have read, those that seem to stand out to you? These may relate to the themes you’ve highlighted, but they could also be single verses that burn in your memory.

(4) How would you outline the book? Don’t go into great detail here, but try to pick out 5-10 major sections. Ignore chapter breaks as much as possible.

(5) After doing the reading, what are the major questions you have about this book? What do you want to be sure to cover in the weeks ahead?

Commentaries:

Read the Preface and Introduction to Wilcock (pages 11-12, 19-25), and pages 1-6 (until he quotes Revelation 1:4) of Stedman. Revise your answers to the questions above in light of this reading.