Scripture Verse

The Seven Seals Overview (Part II)

In Revelation 6-9, John gives us an overview of the earths seven thousand years “temporal existence” as follows:

John sees a warrior, conquering.

John sees a representation of human contention and death.

John sees images of famine.

John sees death by war, famine, beasts.

John sees the martyrs for Christ of the early Christian era.

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Brad Wilcox is an associate professor in the Department of Ancient Scripture at Brigham Young University. He received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from BYU and taught sixth grade in Provo School District before returning to BYU for a master’s degree in teaching and learning. He received his PhD in curriculum and instruction with a focus in literacy from the University of Wyoming. He joined the faculty at BYU and spent many years in the Teacher Education Department. He moved to Ancient Scripture in 2016. He is the author of the book The Continuous Atonement and the BYU devotional “His Grace Is Sufficient.” Brad grew up in Provo, Utah, except for childhood years spent in Ethiopia. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Chile and later returned to that country to preside over the Chile Santiago East Mission from 2003 to 2006. He and his family have also lived for a time in New Zealand and Spain where he directed study abroad programs for Brigham Young University. Brad has served as a member of the Sunday School general board. His research interests include all aspects of literacy, as well as gospel topics, and onomastics (the study of names). He and his wife, Debi, have four children and six grandchildren.

In Revelation 12, we learn where the conflict of good vs evil first began.  The Lord showed John a vision of the Pre-Earth life and the role that Lucifer played in the Grand Council and his attempt to destroy the mortal Jesus Christ the early church, symbolized by a great red dragon.

This episode will introduce you to one of the most intriguing titles of Satan: The Accuser of our Brethren.

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One key to keeping centered as you study the Book of Revelation and the signs of the times is to keep Jesus Christ at the forefront of your mind.  As you study the signs (and some may feel a bit overwhelming), remember that Jesus is kind and compassionate and loving. Here is a wonderful article that will remind you of His infinite love: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/10/wounded?lang=eng

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The purpose of Institute is to help young adults understand and rely on the teachings and Atonement of Jesus Christ, qualify for the blessings of the temple, and prepare themselves, their families, and others for eternal life with their Father in Heaven. This production is not affiliated nor endorsed by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Welcome aboard! Each week, we will dive deep into the Signs of the Times and look for ways we can feel prepared for His return.  In this episode, you'll enjoy an overview of the Book of Revelation. 

Here's an article to read (https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/1983/10/book-of-revelation-overview?lang=eng) that will help your experience as you study. If you want to go a step deeper, here's a second article to study: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/1987/12/seeing-the-book-of-revelation-as-a-book-of-revelation?lang=eng

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The purpose of Institute is to help young adults understand and rely on the teachings and Atonement of Jesus Christ, qualify for the blessings of the temple, and prepare themselves, their families, and others for eternal life with their Father in Heaven.

This production is not affiliated nor endorsed by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.