Revelation: Things Which Must Shortly Come to Pass - MWCBS 2019

The class covers the book of Revelation, emphasizing its role as a letter to the bride of Christ and its resolution of the biblical plot. It discusses the dichotomy between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of men, and interprets the symbols and prophecies within Revelation.

Passages: Revelation 1:1, Revelation 11:15, Revelation 12:3, Revelation 16:17-19

The class discusses the seventh vial of Revelation, focusing on the destruction of Babylon and the two-stage process of defeating the kingdom of men. It covers the Battle of Armageddon and the subsequent judgment on Europe, emphasizing the role of the saints in this process.

Passages: Revelation 16:15-19, Ezekiel 38:3-4, Ezekiel 39:5-8, Revelation 14:1-20

The class discusses Revelation chapter 10, focusing on the 'Rainbowed Angel' and the seven thunders that herald the end of the beast system and the beginning of Christ's millennial reign. It covers the historical context and the symbolic meaning of the angel's actions and the significance of the seven thunders.

Passages: Revelation 10:1-11, Revelation 14:6-7, Revelation 16:17-21, Ezekiel 8:9-10, Ezekiel 43:1-5

The class discusses the rise of the dragon in the context of Revelation, focusing on Russia as the military power, the European Union as the economic power, and the papacy as the religious power. It explores the historical and prophetic significance of these entities leading up to the return of Christ and the events of Armageddon.

Passages: Revelation 12:1-3, Revelation 16:13-19, Revelation 13:1, Ezekiel 39:11

The class discusses the rise of the beast in Revelation, focusing on the historical and prophetic significance of the beast of the sea and the beast of the earth, and the role of the Catholic Church in European politics.

Passages: Revelation 13:1-18, Revelation 17:3-18

The class explores the rise and influence of the false prophet in the context of Revelation, focusing on the historical development of the papacy from Constantine to the modern era. It highlights the papacy's political and religious power, its role in European history, and its current influence.

Passages: Revelation 17:1-18, Daniel 2