In this week’s episode, Simon explores the scenes and imagery of Revelation 1–8, showing how they mirror the grand opening ceremonies of the ancient Roman Empire’s Olympic Games.

He then unpacks how the world—and its empire-minded systems—has fractured the shalom of God and fallen out of sync with its Creator. But there is hope for the people of God.

Finally, Simon urges us not to lose heart, but to persevere and conquer, remembering God’s faithfulness and the truth that Jesus has already won the victory and sits on His eternal throne.