Revelation 4 - 5

RevelationSteve Gregg
In this discourse, Steve Gregg provides an analysis of Revelation 4 and 5, which he considers a turning point in the book. He notes that this section describes a vision of heavenly beings and their worship of God. Gregg interprets the four living creatures mentioned in the text as representing different aspects of Jesus, while the 24 elders symbolize the redeemed from both the Old and New Testaments. The discourse emphasizes the importance of fulfilling God's will and purpose, and the rewards that await those who do so.
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In his presentation, Steve Gregg discusses the first six seals of the scroll in Revelation 6, which follow the events that take place in the previous
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Revelation 7 - 8
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In this discussion, Steve Gregg examines selected verses from Revelation 7 and 8, highlighting the symbolism and themes present in the text. He emphas
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Revelation 3
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In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses Revelation 3 - a chapter in which Jesus sends letters to the seven churches of Asia. Gregg notes that two of these
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