We start our journey through Revelation and remember that the Big Idea of this book is the comfort, presence, promises and power of Jesus. This apocalyptic, prophetic letter to the church is an encouragement today. We also learn what the word apocalypse means.... and it might not be what you think.  

Also, here are some links to further your study of Revelation.

Three helpful videos by the Bible Project.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nvVVcYD-0w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpnIrbq2bKo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNDX4tUdj1Y

A study by Richard Bauckam https://www.amazon.com/Theology-Book-Revelation-New-Testament/dp/0521356911

A book on the poetic imagery of Revelation by Eugene Peterson https://www.amazon.com/Reversed-Thunder-Revelation-Praying-Imagination/dp/0060665033