“An Introduction to the Revelation of Jesus Christ”

Revelation 1:1-3
July 11, 2021

Main Point: Four essential principles are given that govern the great revelation of Jesus Christ written to inspire and motivate us to faithfulness and obedience.

I. The Person of the Revelation Verse 1a

II. The Purpose of the Revelation Verse 1b

III. The Penman of the Revelation Verse 1c-2

The divine communication of this great unveiling:
God → Jesus Christ → angel → John → God’s servants

III. The Promise of the Revelation Verse 3

Questions for Spiritual Growth

Our Cornerstone mission is To Know Christ and Make Him Known. Community Groups help us to live out our mission as Family, Missionaries, and Servants.

1. What is your impression of the Book of Revelation? What questions do you have as we begin our study of Revelation?
   

2. Why does verse 1 begin with “The revelation of Jesus Christ” when it is written by John?
   

3. What sources did John say were the basis of this revelation?
   

4. For what purpose did God the Father give the revelation to Christ?
   

5. Who is the intended audience of Revelation? Can you say that you are a servant of Jesus Christ?
   

6. According to Revelation 1:1, 3 when will the events revealed in this book occur?
   

7. According to verse 3, what is promised to those who hear, read, and obey what they learn in Revelation?
   

8. Do you live your life as if “the time is near” for Christ’s return? If you knew Jesus was going to return tomorrow, what situations or relationships would you want to give your attention to?
   

9. How can you be praying for those who need to know the good news about our great Savior, Jesus Christ? What else can you do?