"The Song and the Worship"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

1. The Heavenly Scene  (4:1-5:14)

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A.  The Heavenly Scene  (4:1-5:14)

1. THE THRONE  (4:1-11)

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2.  THE SCROLL  (5:1-14)

1. Seven Seals  (5:1-5)

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Appendix: Biblical Music

SIGNIFICANCE IN SCRIPTURE

   302 REFERENCES

      “Song(s)” - 75;  “Sang” - 16;              “Sing(s)(ing)(ers)” - 175

      “Music(al)(ians)” - 19

      “Psalm(s)(ist)” - 10

      “Hymn(s)” – 7

   ONE WHOLE BOOK OF THE BIBLE

      150 Psalms with Total of 2,461 Verses

   INDIVIDUAL SONGS

         Song of Solomon, (A book of its’ own.)

         “Song of Solomon”

            Note:  An Opera or Musical Drama

      Exodus 15:1-21

         “Song of Moses and Miriam”

      Deuteronomy 31:19,22,30; 32:1-44

         “Song of Moses and Joshua”

      Revelation 15:3-4

         “Song of Moses and of The Lamb”

      Isaiah 26:1-6

         “Song of Isaiah”

   SINGERS/MUSICIANS SPECIAL STATUS IN THE LAW OF MOSES

• Military Service (Joshua 6:4, 15, 20; Judges 7:18-22)

            (1Chronicles 6:1-47; 9:33; 15:16, 19, 27; 2Chronicles 5:12-13; 7:6)

• Rebuilding and Rededicating the Walls of Jerusalem

            (Nehemiah 7:1,44,67,73; 12:27-47)

• From the Priestly Tribe of Levi

            (Ezra 7:7,24)

   SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN

• Singled-out “Musician”:  David

            (1Samuel 16:18)

• Singled-out “Psalmist”:  David

            (2Samuel 23:1)

• Singled-out “Singer”:  Heman

            (1Chronicles 6:33)

• Famous Duet:  Paul and Silas

            (Acts 16:25)

            Note:  From the “Breaking into Europe” Tour

TYPES, STYLES AND OCCASIONS OF SONGS

      “Night”   (Job 35:10; Isaiah 30:28

      “Awake”   (Judges 5:12)

      “Troubled”   (Proverbs 25:20)

      “Deliverance”   (Psalm 32:7)

      “Wedding”  (Psalm 78:63)

      “A Vineyard”   (Isaiah 27:2)

      “Cheerful”   (James 5:13)

      “The Lord’s Song”   (Psalm 137:4)

      “Song of Zion”   (Psalm 137:3)

      “Song of Judah”   (Isaiah 26:1)

      “The Trees”   (Psalm 96:12)

      “The Mountains”   (Psalm 9:8)

      “Birds”   (Zephaniah 2:14)

      “The Morning Stars”   (Job 38:7)

      “The Lord is my strength and MY SONG”  (Exodus 15:2)

THE MESSIAH HIMSELF SINGS

   Psalm 22:22; Isaiah 62:5;  Zephaniah 3:17[NIV];

INSTRUMENTS USED

• Lyres, Harps, Stringed Instruments, Cymbals,
  

“CONTEMPORARY MUSIC”

   9 Times “A New Song”

      (Psalm 33:3; 40:3; 96:1: 98:1; 144:9; 149:1; Isaiah 42:10; Revelation 5:9; 14:3)

TYPES OF “WRONG” MUSIC

• “… of fools”   (Ecclesiastes 7:5)

MUSIC PERFORMED “SKILLFUL(LY)”

   7 Times

      (1Chronicles 15:22; 2 Chronicles 34:12; 1Samuel 16:16,18; Psalm 33:3; 47:7; Isaiah 23:16)

   1 Time “Softly”  (Ecclesiastes 12:4)

   8 Times “Loud(er)”  (Exodus 19:16,19 twice; 1Chronicles 15:16,28; 16:5, 2Chronicles 30:21; Psalm 150:5)

MUSIC ASSOCIATED WITH “DANCING”

   13 Times

      (Exodus 15:20; Judges 11:34; 21:21-23; 1Samuel 18:6; 21:11; 29:5; 2Samuel 6:14,16; Psalm 30:11; 149:3; 150:4; Jeremiah 31:4; Luke 15:25)

   But “Improper” Dancing

• Idolatry   (Exodus 32:19)

NO MUSIC ASSOCIATED WITH

   “LIFTING” or “RAISING HANDS”

• In Prayer   (1Timothy 2:8)

   “CLAPPING HANDS”

• Shout of Joy   (Psalm 47:1)

EPHESIANS 5:18-19 AND COLOSSIANS 3:16

   “BE FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT.”

   AND “LET THE WORD OF CHRIST RICHLY DWELL WITHIN YOU.”

   “psalms …”

• Primarily denotes striking or plucking stringed instruments

                        The Book of Psalms  (Luke 20:42; 24:44; Acts 1:20)

                        A particular “Psalm”  (Acts 13:33)

                        Psalms in general  (Here in both; 1Cor 14:26)

   “hymns …”

• ‘umnos, ‘umnew; primarily praise to God (here in both)

                        “The Hallel”  (Matt 26:30; Mark 14:26; [Part of Psalms 113-118])

                        Praises in the NT  (Acts 16:25; Heb 2:12)

   “spiritual songs …”

• wde;  or “ode” (here in both)

   “singing …”

• To sing, as in praise to God  (here in both)

   “making melody with your heart …”

• Similar to above ysalmos; To play or strike a stringed instrument  (here only in Eph 5:19)

   “speaking to one another …” (Eph) and

• Music lyrics and singing directed to one another

   “to the Lord” (Eph) and “to God” (Col)

• For adoration, praise, thanksgiving, rejoicing

   Note:  Remember this is all evidence of filling work of the Spirit (Eph) and the rich indwelling of the Word of Christ (Col)!

• Note: Hymns of Worship and Remembrance. Gospel Perpetuating Fund Publishers; Topeka, Kansas; 1960. (“The Little Black Book”):

DERIVED PRINCIPLES OF MUSIC EVALUATION:

• LYRICS:  Truth, Revelation, Gospel

"The Scroll and the Lamb"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

1. The Heavenly Scene  (4:1-5:14)

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A.  The Heavenly Scene  (4:1-5:14)

1. THE THRONE  (4:1-11)

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2.  THE SCROLL  (5:1-14)

1. Seven Seals  (5:1-5)

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• TRIBUTARIES: Isaiah 11:1; “Then a shoot will spring from the stem of Jesse, And a branchfrom his roots will bear fruit.”;
  

"The Creatures and the Elders"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

1. The Heavenly Scene  (4:1-5:14)

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A.  The Heavenly Scene  (4:1-5:14)

1. THE THRONE  (4:1-11)

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1.  THE THRONE  (4:1-11)

1. Invitation  (4:1)

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APPENDIX: The Crowns of Reward

1. “The IMPERISHABLE Wreath” (1Cor 9:25)
   

See: The example of the Twenty-Four Elders before the throne (Revelation 4:4, 9-11)

"Heaven and the Throne"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

1. The Heavenly Scene  (4:1-5:14)

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A.  The Heavenly Scene  (4:1-5:14)

1. THE THRONE  (4:1-11)

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1.  THE THRONE  (4:1-11)

1. Invitation  (4:1)

"Laodicea and the Door"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

     A.  Ephesus  (2:1-7)

     B.  Smyrna  (2:8-11)

     C.  Pergamum  (2:12-17)

     D.  Thyatira  (2:18-29)

     E.  Sardis  (3:1-6)

     F.  Philadelphia  (3:7-13)

     G.  Laodicea  (3:14-22)

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G.  Laodicea  (3:14-22)

1. Commission[i]

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

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Appendix: “Repentance”

• “Left your first love” (2:4-5)
  

NOTE: None called for @ Smyrna or Philadelphia

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Appendix: The Seven Promises

1. The Tree of Life  (2:7 w/ 22:2)

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Note: The para-church movements began by individuals who responded to God in the middle of the 20th Century;

• Dwight L. Moody (Moody Bible Institute)

"Philadelphia and the Name"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

     A.  Ephesus  (2:1-7)

     B.  Smyrna  (2:8-11)

     C.  Pergamum  (2:12-17)

     D.  Thyatira  (2:18-29)

     E.  Sardis  (3:1-6)

     F.  Philadelphia  (3:7-13)

     G.  Laodicea  (3:14-22)

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 F.  Philadelphia  (3:7-13)

1. Commission[i]

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

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APPENDIX: “In His Name”[i]

1Corinthians 1:10-15

INTRODUCTION

Note: Full Name, “Lord Jesus Christ”

The significance of the “Name” of the Lord or activities associated with His “Name” is not to be found in its mere letters or syllables in a particular language.  “His Name” does not have authority or influence because of some superstition attached to its pronunciation.  It has its meaning and significance because it represents Him, His identity, His person and His work.  In short, you could say it is His “reputation.”  Try quoting any of the verses referenced below by substituting the word “reputation” as a synonym for “name.”  For instance, the familiar 23rd Psalm becomes clearer:  “He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His reputation’s sake.”

THE OLD TESTAMENT

There are approximately 350 references to the “name of the Lord” in the Old Testament in regard to one aspect or another.

1. HISTORICAL

In Genesis it is used six times in the context of “calling on the Name …”:

• Men in general(4:26):  During the time of human history connected with the birth of Seth’s son Enosh, it is said they “. . . began to call upon the name of the LORD.”

In Exodus:

• “I Am …My name forever”(3:14-15)

In other references God associates His Name:

• With a Place(Deuteronomy 12:11; 26:2)

1. SIGNIFICANCE

• It is “Everlasting”(Psalm 135:13)

THE NEW TESTAMENT

1. HISTORICAL

• John the Baptist associated the name “Jehovah” with the person of Jesus Christ.(Matthew 3:3 with Isaiah 40:3)

1. PROMISES RELATED TO HIS NAME

• Believing:LIFE  (John 20:31)

Notice: There are two promises associated with gathering “in His Name.”  One concerns Christ’s own presence in the gathering, regardless of how small it may be.  And the other gives Paul the authority to call for the discipline of a member when they are assembled.

1. CONDUCT

• Living Morally(2Timothy 2:19):  Even though it is humanly impossible to know for certain about another’s salvation, yet being identified as one who “names the name of the Lord” is enough to challenge a lifestyle change that refrains from immorality.

1. EXCELLENCE

• “His name ALONE” (Acts 4:12)

      - Not sharing competition from other names  (Isaiah 42:8 and 1Corinthians 1:10-15):  Why risk a division of “glory” by adding a second name of identification, such as ‘this’ or ‘that type’ of Christian?

      - Other possible names taken by believers:

               Other People:  prominent church leaders or founders.  There is little question that renowned men and women of courage and faith should be recognized, but why make their names an association to distinguish one group of believers from another.

               A Doctrine:  whether in error or correct is not at issue here.  But the fact that even a right doctrine is selected as a point of identity of a particular group, as if no other holds that same truth, gives way to spiritual pride, division and confusion.

               An Order or Method:  that is a certain way of doing things.  It may be unique and real, but it should not be elevated to the status of forming our identity or label to separate us from other gatherings of believers.

               A Government or Organizational Structure:  as above, may accurately describe the way a group of churches have chosen to associate themselves.  It may designate a hierarchy of “bishops” or a committee of “overseers” or a loose confederation, but it should not be the distinguishing mark of a group of churches.

               Right Names but with Wrong Attitude:  Even those who identified themselves as “of Christ” in the context of exclusive pride were included in Paul’s rebuke!  So even the name “Christian” should not be taken as if all the rest were not. Consider: “Churches of Christ” is used only ONE time in the NT (Rom 16:16); “Church(es) of God” is used ELEVEN times (Acts 20:28; 1Cor 1:2; 10:32; 11:16, 22; 15:9; 2Cor 1:1; Gal 1:13; 1Thess 2:14; 2Thess 1:4; 1Tim 3:5); “The church of the living God” is used ONCE (1Tim 3:15)

                           Only the Idea Of “His Name Alone”:  Some non-denominational churches use this; taking no other label as if the absence of such makes them superior.

- ‘David’s Denomination’  (Psalm 119:63):  There is a simplicity and a freedom that comes from sincerely and humbly identifying yourself as “a companion of all those who fear Thee.”

• “Do ALL in His name” (Colossians 3:17):  Everything we do and are should be in identification with His name (His reputation) and that certainly includes our association with His church.

Note: The name “Christian” was started by outsiders (Acts 11:26; 26:28) and Peter used it in the context of persecution (1Peter 4:16);

[i] Excerpt from the book From the Fold to the Flock by Glendall Toney, July 2012; Xulon Press.

"Sardis and the False Reputation"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

     A.  Ephesus  (2:1-7)

     B.  Smyrna  (2:8-11)

     C.  Pergamum  (2:12-17)

     D.  Thyatira  (2:18-29)

     E.  Sardis  (3:1-6)

     F.  Philadelphia  (3:7-13)

     G.  Laodicea  (3:14-22)

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E.  Sardis  (3:1-6)

1. Commission[i]

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

"Thyatira and the Woman Jezebel"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

     A.  Ephesus  (2:1-7)

     B.  Smyrna  (2:8-11)

     C.  Pergamum  (2:12-17)

     D.  Thyatira  (2:18-29)

     E.  Sardis  (3:1-6)

     F.  Philadelphia  (3:7-13)

     G.  Laodicea  (3:14-22)

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D.  Thyatira  (2:18-29)

1. Commission[i]

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

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Tributary: Jeremiah 3:6–10 (NASB95, emphasis mine)

"Pergamum and My Name"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

     A.  Ephesus  (2:1-7)

     B.  Smyrna  (2:8-11)

     C.  Pergamum  (2:12-17)

     D.  Thyatira  (2:18-29)

     E.  Sardis  (3:1-6)

     F.  Philadelphia  (3:7-13)

     G.  Laodicea  (3:14-22)

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C.  Pergamum  (2:12-17)

1. Commission[i]

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

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• Tributary: Malachi 3:16–17; (NASB95) “Then those who feared the LORD spoke to one another, and the LORD gave attention and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before Him for those who fear the LORD and who esteem His name. 17 ‘They will be Mine,’ says the LORD of hosts, ‘on the day that I prepare My own possession, and I will spare them as a man spares his own son who serves him.’”

"Smyrna and the Crown of Life"

The Outline: 

Prologue  (1:1-8)

  I.  “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”

 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

III.  “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”

Epilogue  (22:6-21)

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 II.  “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”

     A.  Ephesus  (2:1-7)

     B.  Smyrna  (2:8-11)

     C.  Pergamum  (2:12-17)

     D.  Thyatira  (2:18-29)

     E.  Sardis  (3:1-6)

     F.  Philadelphia  (3:7-13)

     G.  Laodicea  (3:14-22)

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B.  Smyrna  (2:8-11)

1. Commission[i]

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

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• Tributaries: "The first and the last"

Isaiah 41:4; “Who has performed and accomplished it, Calling forth the generations from the beginning? ‘I, the Lord, am the first, and with the last. I am He.’

         Isaiah 44:6; “Thus says the Lord, the King of Israel and his Redeemer, the Lord of hosts: ‘I am the first and I am the last, And there is no God besides Me.”;

• Tributary: The Accuser

Zechariah 3:1; “Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the Lord, and Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him.”

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APPENDIX: THE CROWNS OF REWARD

• “An IMPERISHABLE Wreath”(1Cor 9:25)