In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 10.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.

Revelation 1 | Revelation 2 | Revelation 3 | Revelation 4 | Revelation 5 | Revelation 6 | Revelation 7 | Revelation 8 | Revelation 9

God’s announcement of judgment comes from heaven in majesty. (Revelation 10:1)
God’s message is found in a book. (Revelation 10:2)
God’s voice is loud and unmistakably glorious. (Revelation 10:3)
Some revelations of judgment are too glorious to communicate. (Revelation 10:4)
God’s message is true and consistent with heaven itself. (Revelation 10:5)
God’s message is established on the truth of the eternal Creator. (Revelation 10:6)
God has communicated the truth of coming judgment before–through the prophets. (Revelation 10:7)
The message of God is to be received. (Revelation 10:8)
Sometimes God’s truth has a souring effect, but is always sweet to taste. (Revelation 10:9)
God’s message has the effect He intends for it. (Revelation 10:10)
God’s message concerns all people, everywhere. (Revelation 10:11)

In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 9.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.


Revelation 1 | Revelation 2 | Revelation 3 | Revelation 4 | Revelation 5 | Revelation 6 | Revelation 7 | Revelation 8

God’s judgment prepares for the end. (Revelation 9:1)
The torment pictured in God’s judgment is like a great furnace. (Revelation 9:2)
With judgment comes the sting of sin.  (Revelation 9:3)
God’s people are protected from future judgment.  (Revelation 9:4)
God’s judgment is completely under His control. (Revelation 9:5)
God’s judgment is so horrendous, death is preferred. (Revelation 9:6)
The judgment of God appears like envoys of a king going to battle. (Revelation 9:7)
There’s both a beauty and a ferociousness to God’s judgment. (Revelation 9:8)
God’s judgment sounds like an army going to battle. (Revelation 9:9)
God’s judgment, though restrained, still stings. (Revelation 9:10)
The sting of judgment is unleashed through a king, under God’s sovereign rule. (Revelation 9:11)
God’s judgment are woes…and there’s more to come. (Revelation 9:12)
Again, God’s judgment is tied to worship of Him. (Revelation 9:13)
Judgment is prepared beforehand and unleashed in God’s perfect timing. (Revelation 9:14)
Judgment, prepared specifically, is unleashed on mankind. (Revelation 9:15)
God’s judgment comes through many, many means. (Revelation 9:16)
Fire, smoke, sulfur…these images point us to God’s judgment. (Revelation 9:17)
The actual fire, smoke and sulfure are means of judgment. (Revelation 9:18)
God vividly portrays His judgment through the heads of serpents. (Revelation 9:19)
God’s judgment, which should humble mankind, only hardens them to Him. (Revelation 9:20)
Failure to repent sets us on a course to meet God’s judgment head on. (Revelation 9:21)

In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 8.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.

Revelation 1 | Revelation 2 | Revelation 3 | Revelation 4 | Revelation 5 | Revelation 6 | Revelation 7


The prospect of God’s judgment produces silence in heaven. (Revelation 8:1)
Before God alone is where true and righteous judgment is found. (Revelation 8:2)
The prayers of God’s people are pleasing to HIm, like incense. (Revelation 8:3)
Our prayers rise to God Himself. (Revelation 8:4)
In some ways, God’s judgment will vindicate His people on the earth. (Revelation 8:5)
God’s judgment of the world involves a specific plan. (Revelation 8:6)
Sick of summer’s heat drying up your grass? Be thankful it’s not God’s full wrath being poured out.  (Revelation 8:7)
Sea’s turning to blood? God’s judgment shows His power, just like what He did in Egypt.  (Revelation 8:8)
God’s judgment will unravel creation and created things for His new creation to shine glorious. (Revelation 8:9)
From heaven comes God’s terrifying judgment, affecting all of life’s most basic needs. (Revelation 8:10)
Wormwood = bitter. God’s judgment will have a bitter effect. (Revelation 8:11)
No longer having light & darkness, even God’s judgment points us to true light and life. (Revelation 8:12)
Even in the midst of judgment, God warns people and shows His lovingkindness. (Revelation 8:13)

In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 7.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.


Revelation 1 | Revelation 2 | Revelation 3 | Revelation 4 | Revelation 5 | Revelation 6


God’s at work restraining judgment in this world. (Revelation 7:1)
God sets apart all ends to line up with His glorious purposes. (Revelation 7:2)
In some cases, God’s restraint is due to His faithful people. (Revelation 7:3)
God’s work to preserve a people is pictured in complete perfection. (Revelation 7:4-8)
God’s saving work is vast and extensive, displaying His awesome work. (Revelation 7:9)
Salvation is entirely God’s work from start to finish. (Revelation 7:10)
At the sight of God, even angels recognize their smallness before Him. (Revelation 7:11)
God will be perfectly praised for all of eternity. (Revelation 7:12)
God’s people are marked by their purity and perseverance. (Revelation 7:13)
What purifies God’s people is the blood of Jesus Himself. (Revelation 7:14)
God’s people are eternally before Him, eternally protected by Him. (Revelation 7:15)
God will perfectly provide and care for His people in eternity. (Revelation 7:16)
God’s work for His people is secure in our shepherd: The Lamb. (Revelation 7:17)

In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 6.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.


Revelation 1 | Revelation 2 | Revelation 3 | Revelation 4 | Revelation 5


The Lamb opens the seals and we are told what will happen. (Revelation 6:1)
With seal one, a rider comes to conquer. (Revelation 6:2)
Another seal opened…another word — “Come” (Revelation 6:3)
A sign of God’s judgment: no peace on earth & people kill one another. (Revelation 6:4)
One day, Jesus will exercise perfect judgment on the earth. (Revelation 6:5)
Our money & pleasures will be exposed in God’s judgment. (Revelation 6:6)
More expressions of judgment are revealed from heaven. (Revelation 6:7)
With judgment comes death and many expressions of it. (Revelation 6:8)
Judgment reveals those who are faithful witnesses to God and His Word. (Revelation 6:9)
Faithful servants of God long to see God right wrongs.  (Revelation 6:10)
In regards to martyrs, God has a number to bring to completion. (Revelation 6:11)
Judgment will unravel and expose the wickedness of creation.  (Revelation 6:12)
When God judges the world, we will clearly see His actions. (Revelation 6:13)
In judgment, what seems secure is peeled before an awesome God. (Revelation 6:14)
All the seemingly powerful in this world will one day see their true condition before God. (Revelation 6:15)
The true condition of all before God should be fearing Him. (Revelation 6:16)
On God’s day of wrath, none can stand before Him in themselves. (Revelation 6:17)

In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 5.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.


Revelation 1 | Revelation 2 | Revelation 3 | Revelation 4


The future of all things rests squarely in the hands of our Sovereign God.  (Revelation 5:1)
The message from God is that man, in himself, is not worthy to stand before God. (Revelation 5:2)
There’s no other Savior in heaven, on earth or under the earth except for Jesus. (Revelation 5:3)
The exclusivity of Christ should grip the entirety of our being. (Revelation 5:4)
There’s no need to fear the future…Jesus is a worthy Savior. (Revelation 5:5)
Jesus is a perfect Lamb, slain for the sins of those who trust in Him.  (Revelation 5:6)
Jesus is the only One who can rightly relate to God the Father in and of Himself. (Revelation 5:7)
Seeing the relation between God the Father and God the Son should provoke deep worship in all. (Revelation 5:8)
A new song: Jesus is worthy because He’s accomplished salvation for all kinds of people. (Revelation 5:9)
All kinds of people are made acceptable to God through Christ and will reign with Him forever.  (Revelation 5:10)
Jesus’ praise in heaven is loud…because He’s worthy of everything. (Revelation 5:11)
Jesus is radiant in His perfect work and worthy of all we can give. (Revelation 5:12)
One day, every created being will give Jesus the praise due Him. (Revelation 5:13)
Heaven’s witness is “Jesus is blessed” and they worship accordingly. (Revelation 5:14)

In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 4.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.


Revelation 1 | Revelation 2 | Revelation 3


John’s revelation was open, concerning the future and rooted in exalting Christ. (Revelation 4:1)
Heaven will be a place where Jesus reigns unequivocally. (Revelation 4:2)
Jesus is glorious in majesty and splendor as the exalted Lord of glory. (Revelation 4:3)
Jesus is definitely King of kings and Lord of lords. (Revelation 4:4)
Jesus’ supremacy means He has the power and right to judge at His disposal. (Revelation 4:5)
The rule and reign of Jesus is resplendent and glorious. (Revelation 4:6)
Even creatures around Jesus’ throne are pointing to His majesty. (Revelation 4:7)
Forever we will marvel at the eternal holiness of Jesus. (Revelation 4:8)
The appropriate response of worship to Jesus is to give Him glory, honor and thanks. (Revelation 4:9)
Worshipping Jesus means not only outward allegiance, but laying down “our rights” for His supremacy. (Revelation 4:10)
Because Jesus created all things, He has Creator rights to be worshipped. (Revelation 4:11)

In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 3.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.


Revelation 1 | Revelation 2


Jesus knows your involvement in the local church and whether or not it’s a show or for real. (Revelation 3:1)
Some of us need to WAKE UP from complacency & sloppy inconsistent living of what we believe. (Revelation 3:2)
God’s remedy: remember what you’ve learned, keep it and repent, lest He come. (Revelation 3:3)
Jesus always has a people who are set apart from the world, walking with Him. (Revelation 3:4)
As we persevere in faith, Jesus will keep us pure and persevering, commending us to the Father. #gloriousmystery (Revelation 3:5)
Not only is the Holy Spirit alive and real, He’s got something to say to the church. Listen up. (Revelation 3:6)
The church need to listen and be awed by Jesus, who is holy, true and fully of authority. (Revelation 3:7)
Jesus knows your life and is in control. Feel weak? He still calls you to honor His name. (Revelation 3:8)
Jesus will one day right the wrongs of deception out of love for His people. (Revelation 3:9)
Persevering in keeping God’s Word ensures that He will keep us, no matter what comes. (Revelation 3:10)
Because Jesus is surely returning, we ought to continue to persevere toward our eternal reward. (Revelation 3:11)
Perseverance = being established by God Himself, eternally. (Revelation 3:12)
Got ears? Listen to what God is saying…for reals. (Revelation 3:13)
When Jesus speaks, He speaks an an authoritative, reliable and relevant person. (Revelation 3:14)
Jesus knows your life and wants you to believe. (Revelation 3:15)
Casual Christianity (relating to God as it’s comfortable) isn’t appealing to Jesus. (Revelation 3:16)
Living life without an active dependence on God grossly underestimates your spiritual reality. (Revelation 3:17)
Jesus’ counsel is that we come to Him as desperately needy people. (Revelation 3:18)
Jesus demonstrates His love by correcting those He loves, so we should nurture a heart for Him. (Revelation 3:19)
Hey! Jesus longs for fellowship with His people, so give Him a warm welcome. (Revelation 3:20)
When we persevere in Jesus, in the end we are given a hero’s welcome by Him. (Revelation 3:21)
Open your ears and hear what Jesus has to say. (Revelation 3:22)

In late May, I began 202 days of journaling through the 404 verses of the final book of the Bible, Revelation.  To go along with my personal study and preparation to preach through this book in 2013, I’m trying to tweet something from every verse.  Today I finished chapter 2.  Here’s a compilation of my tweets followed by the reference.


Revelation 1


Jesus is very involved and aware of the life and ministry of the local church. (Revelation 2:1)
Jesus knows what local churches are doing and has right to speak commendation and/or judgment. (Revelation 2:2)
Jesus is very aware of your patient endurance and your not growing weary in the difficult times. (Revelation 2:3)
Since love fulfills the law, Jesus is always calling us to deeper love of God and neighbor. (Revelation 2:4)
Jesus’ call for His straying people is always repent and return. (Revelation 2:5)
We ought to nurture a love & knowledge of God so that we hate what He hates. (Revelation 2:6)
Listen up! If we endure to the end we get eternal life in heaven. (Revelation 2:7)
Jesus, who died, was raised, & is everything has something to say to the church. (Revelation 2:8)
Jesus knows your good times and bad as well as the true condition of people around you. (Revelation 2:9)
Don’t fear but persevere in suffering for Christ; the time is short compared to the eternal blessings that will come. (Revelation 2:10)
Listen up! Persevere in Christ & enjoy eternal life. (Revelation 2:11)
The church needs to listen to what has been said in God’s Word. (Revelation 2:12)
Jesus knows where you are & what your life is: your faithfulness & faithlessness. (Revelation 2:13)
Jesus has disdain for teachings that don’t result in His worship. (Revelation 2:14)
An easy way to recognize false teaching is to examine the fruit it produces (Revelation 2:15)
If we refuse to repent, Jesus Himself will work through His Word to lead us there. (Revelation 2:16)
Listen up! Persevering trusts in God’s provision & our identity in Him. (Revelation 2:17)
The Lord Jesus is holy. (Revelation 2:18)
Jesus knows our life and whether or not we are living out what we believe. (Revelation 2:19)
Jesus is against us when we tolerate things that are an affront to Him. (Revelation 2:20)
Jesus calls us to repent of specific sins, most notably sexual immorality. (Revelation 2:21)
Refusing to repent has consequences, including further judgment. (Revelation 2:22)
Jesus searches our minds and hearts and perfectly judges accordingly. (Revelation 2:23)
There is a blessing for avoiding things that dishonor God. (Revelation 2:24)
Jesus is coming back; therefore, let’s persevere to the end. (Revelation 2:25)
If we persevere in well-doing, Jesus promises to reward it. (Revelation 2:26)
Look forward to the day when your faith is made sight and you live in God’s authority. (Revelation 2:27)
For those who persevere to the end, we will one day appear like Jesus. (Revelation 2:28)
Listen up, church, God has something to say today. (Revelation 2:29)