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Why are people drawn to the book of Revelation and confused by it? What might be the value in studying it?
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I believe people are drawn to the book of Revelation due to the mystery and prediction of the end of the world. The foretelling of God’s judgment and Jesus’ second coming is a warning to be watchful and prepared because it will happen in a blink of an eye.
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How this physical world may end fascinates people. People are confused by it because of the way it is written. Is it literal or symbolic or both? There are several interpretations of Revelation. Is it historical or futuristic? Only the Lord knows.
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People are drawn to it, yet confused by it because of the mysteries contained in it. Some people try to rationalize or understand the book in their own strength and knowledge. This will never be accomplished without the help of the Holy Spirit.
In studying the book of Revelation with the Holy Spirit’s direction, will help us prepare for His coming, and tell others so they too can be prepared. It reveals His promises of what He has in store for us. The Home He’s gone to prepare for us if we stay faithful and true to Him.
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This question is an opportunity to discuss my own experience with the book of Revelation. I was always scared by the book of Revelation because I thought I was going to experience what was described in the book. I am not sure if I will, but reading through it I began to realize how much evil is in the world today and that which is described is the wrath for the evildoers and unbelievers. I could experience the Revelation all the way up until the “multitudes of Christians that die as martyrs,” we all really don’t know. But the other reason it is scary is that it makes you ACCOUNTABLE. It makes the reader realize what type of life they lead and could that life eventually get you to this type of end. I have realized that all there is Christ Jesus, Our Lord God, the Word of God. Yes, family is extremely important along with this amazing country, however, God is our judge and although some may be frightened rather than have fear, I think it helps me to realize how much God loves me. There is an insurmountable evil in this world and those that do those deeds will be punished. What I can do is follow the Bible, the way I am instructed through the almighty Word of God. Amen!
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People are drawn to the book of Revelation and confused by it as it describes both despair and hope, fear and faith, the end and the beginning.
The value in studying it helps us to know that Jesus Christ is coming again and regardless of all the catastrophes earth will face, we are to remain in faith, for Christ will return and he indeed is Alive.