A biblical theology of ascension; the ascension of Christ wasn't simply His preferred method of transportation.

John's vision of Jesus Christ

Adoption defined and explained; blessings and evidences of adoption

John's relation to his audience, location, opening vision; the church is a lamp stand; Christ is with His churches; importance of devotion to the local church

Christ's present status as exalted King; Christ's kingdom advancing still; Are you living as if Christ is King?

Christ as our High Priest is motivation to draw near to God; Christ the only way to draw near to God

The first doxology of the book; doxology defined; the love of Christ; salvation in Christ; use of emotions in worship of God

On-going forgiveness in light of once-for-all pardon; the believer's attitude toward sin; God's countenance restored in repentance; salvation the same in all ages

Christ the faithful witness; Christ the Firstborn of the dead; Christ the Ruler of kings on earth; Christ our pattern and forerunner

Peter's blunder; even good men fall