We are beginning the next phase of our series in Revelation. Chapters 5 through 11 serve as a dramatic, loud, and universal celebration of Jesus' victory and authority.

Redemption is the theological cornerstone of Paul’s letter, declaring that humanity is justified freely by God’s grace through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ.

There is no more desolate a place than the desert, and it remains dry and barren without water. In this 'resurrection' account, God gives Ezekiel a vision of an entire valley floor covered with old, dry bones.

The book of Psalms speaks frequently about our position before God in trials and rejoicing, in prayer and thanksgiving. It gives us life... but what does the book say about our death?

What happens to the Israelites in this portion of scripture is... what is it? Preparation... persecution... protection? All they know is that God has made them a promise of freedom.

The supreme worthiness of Jesus Christ and the unfolding of the final purposes of God... that is what we see in Revelation 5.

8 "Holy Holy Holy is the Lord God Almighty, the One who was and is and is to come... 11 You are worthy , O LORD our God, to receive glory and honor and power...".  God, You are worthy indeed! Let our hearts and voices ring out with praises to our LORD! 

Perhaps the most recognized and quoted piece of scripture, Psalm 23 encompasses the heart of God, our Good Shepherd. He promises to provide rest, peace, strength, protection and blessing when, not if, we face hardship. 

These last two of the seven churches receive letters containing harsh rebukes - their people and practices are not cutting it. "You have the reputation for being alive, but you are dead. Strengthen the little that remains, for even what is left is at the point of death."