The Revelation 2025

Thursday, November 27, 2025

🌟 The Story of Revelation — Victory, Hope, and a New Creation

🌟 The Story of Revelation — Victory, Hope, and a New Creation

Part One: Vision of Christ

John receives a vision of Jesus in His glory:

“I saw one like a son of man, dressed in a robe reaching down to His feet and with a golden sash around His chest.”

Jesus is majestic, powerful, and eternal
He holds authority over all creation
Believers can trust His guidance and reign

Part Two: Letters to the Churches

Jesus instructs John to write letters to seven churches in Asia:

He commends faithfulness and warns against sin
Encourages perseverance through trials
Calls believers to remain steadfast, repent, and follow Him

“Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”

Faithful living is rewarded, and correction leads to growth

Part Three: The Cosmic Battle

Revelation shows the battle between good and evil:

Satan and his forces oppose God and His people
Jesus and His followers triumph through faith and obedience
God’s justice and power prevail over darkness

“They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.”

Courage, faith, and sacrifice are rewarded

Part Four: The Final Judgment

God judges sin and rewards the faithful:

Evil is defeated, and Satan is thrown into the lake of fire
All wrongs are made right
Believers are rewarded for faithfulness and perseverance

“Look, He is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see Him.”

God’s justice and victory bring hope and confidence

Part Five: The New Heaven and New Earth

Revelation ends with a vision of eternal hope:

God creates a new heaven and new earth
There is no more sorrow, pain, or death
God dwells with His people, and everything is made perfect

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain.”

Believers are promised eternal joy, peace, and fellowship with God

Part Six: Lessons from Revelation

Revelation teaches us:

Jesus is victorious, eternal, and in control
Faithfulness and perseverance are rewarded
Evil will be defeated, and God’s justice prevails
Believers have hope in the new creation and eternal life with God

⚡ The Story of Jude — Contending for the Faith

⚡ The Story of Jude — Contending for the Faith

Part One: Warning Against False Teachers

Jude writes to warn believers about people who twist God’s truth:

“Dear friends, although I was very eager to write to you about the salvation we share, I felt compelled to write and urge you to contend for the faith that was once for all entrusted to God’s holy people.”

False teachers infiltrate communities
They live immorally and mislead others
Believers must remain vigilant and stand firm in God’s truth

Part Two: Remembering God’s Judgment

Jude reminds readers that God will judge the ungodly:

The ungodly face destruction because of rebellion and sin
God’s justice ensures righteousness prevails
Believers are encouraged to trust God’s timing and authority

“In a similar way, Sodom and Gomorrah and the surrounding towns gave themselves up to sexual immorality and perversion. They serve as an example of those who suffer the punishment of eternal fire.”

God is faithful and just in dealing with sin

Part Three: Building Faith and Love

Jude encourages believers to grow spiritually:

Build yourselves up in faith
Pray in the Holy Spirit
Keep yourselves in God’s love
Show mercy to those who doubt

“But you, dear friends, build yourselves up in your most holy faith and pray in the Holy Spirit.”

Faith, love, and prayer strengthen the community

Part Four: Lessons from Jude

Jude teaches us:

Stand firm and defend the faith
Be vigilant against false teachers and deception
Trust God’s justice and judgment
Grow in faith, love, and prayer
God’s protection and guidance empower believers to persevere

🌟 The Story of 3 John — Hospitality and Faithful Living

🌟 The Story of 3 John — Hospitality and Faithful Living

Part One: Walking in Truth

John begins by encouraging Gaius to walk in truth:

“Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.”

Faithfulness to God shows in daily life
Walking in truth means living honestly, faithfully, and in alignment with God’s will

Part Two: Supporting Godly Leaders

John commends Gaius for helping traveling missionaries:

Supporting those who serve the gospel is a sign of love and obedience
Hospitality and generosity honor God and strengthen His work

“Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers and sisters, even though they are strangers to you.”

Helping others shows commitment to God’s kingdom

Part Three: Warning Against Pride and Selfishness

John contrasts faithful living with Diotrephes, who refused to welcome leaders and acted selfishly:

Pride and self-interest harm the church
Believers are called to humility, service, and cooperation

“He loves to be first. He refuses to welcome the brothers and stops those who want to do so.”

Faithfulness requires humility and respect for others

Part Four: Living Faithfully

John encourages believers to imitate good examples:

Follow the example of those walking in truth
Love, hospitality, and support for God’s servants demonstrate genuine faith
Faithfulness strengthens the church and glorifies God

“Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does good is from God.”

Good deeds reflect God’s character and blessing

Part Five: Lessons from 3 John

3 John teaches us:

Faithfulness is shown in truthful living and obedience
Support and hospitality for God’s servants honor God
Pride and selfishness harm the church
Imitating good examples strengthens faith and community

🌟 The Story of 2 John — Truth, Love, and Caution

🌟 The Story of 2 John — Truth, Love, and Caution

Part One: Walking in Truth and Love

John begins by encouraging believers to live in truth and love:

“And this is love: that we walk in obedience to His commands. As you have heard from the beginning, His command is that you walk in love.”

Love is shown through obedience to God
Faith and love go hand in hand
Walking in truth keeps believers aligned with God’s will

Part Two: Warning Against Deception

John warns about false teachers who deny Jesus’ coming in the flesh:

Believers must be vigilant and discerning
Do not welcome or support those spreading false teachings
Protect faith and community from deception

“Anyone who runs ahead and does not continue in the teaching of Christ does not have God; whoever continues in the teaching has both the Father and the Son.”

Truth is essential for spiritual safety and growth

Part Three: Living in Obedience

John reminds believers that obedience demonstrates faith:

Follow God’s commands fully
Love and truth cannot be separated
Faith is expressed through faithful living

“Anyone who does not abide in Christ does not have Him. Whoever abides in Him has both the Father and the Son.”

Obedience reflects both love and trust in God

Part Four: Lessons from 2 John

2 John teaches us:

Love is shown through obedience to God’s commands
Be vigilant against deception and false teachings
Walking in truth protects faith and strengthens fellowship
Faith and love are inseparable in the life of a believer

🌟 The Story of 1 John — Love, Fellowship, and Living in Truth

🌟 The Story of 1 John — Love, Fellowship, and Living in Truth

Part One: Fellowship with God

John begins by emphasizing that believers can have fellowship with God through Jesus:

“That which was from the beginning… we proclaim to you so that you may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son, Jesus Christ.”

Faith in Jesus brings close relationship with God
Fellowship is marked by truth, love, and obedience

Part Two: Walking in the Light

John encourages believers to live in the light, not in darkness:

Sin is incompatible with life in God
Confession, repentance, and obedience restore fellowship
God is faithful to forgive those who turn to Him

“If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins.”

Living honestly before God fosters growth and peace

Part Three: Love One Another

Love is the central theme of 1 John:

God is love, and His children are called to love one another
Love reflects God’s character and validates faith
Practical love includes caring, helping, and forgiving

“Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.”

Faith is shown in action through love for others

Part Four: Knowing the Truth

John emphasizes discernment and staying in truth:

Believers must reject false teachings
Keep faith rooted in the reality of Jesus Christ
Obedience to God’s commands demonstrates genuine belief

“Whoever claims to live in Him must live as Jesus did.”

Truth guides behavior, protects faith, and strengthens fellowship

Part Five: Lessons from 1 John

1 John teaches us:

Fellowship with God comes through faith in Jesus
Living in the light means confessing sin and walking in obedience
Love is the hallmark of a believer
Truth and discernment protect faith and guide daily life

🌟 The Story of 2 Peter — Growth, Warnings, and Christ’s Return

🌟 The Story of 2 Peter — Growth, Warnings, and Christ’s Return

Part One: Growing in Faith

Peter urges believers to grow in grace and knowledge:

“His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and goodness.”

Faith is strengthened by learning and understanding God’s Word
Spiritual growth produces virtues like goodness, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, mutual affection, and love

“Make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love.”

Growth in faith leads to a deeper relationship with God

Part Two: Warning Against False Teachers

Peter warns about false teachers who deceive and exploit:

They spread destructive ideas
They live immoral lives and distort the truth
Believers must stay vigilant and cling to Scripture

“But there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you.”

Discernment and obedience protect the church

Part Three: Remembering God’s Promises

Peter reminds believers that God is patient, not wanting anyone to perish, and His promises are sure:

The world may seem slow in receiving justice
God will fulfill His promises, including the return of Christ
Believers should live holy lives as they wait

“The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”

Patience and holiness are essential while awaiting God’s plan

Part Four: Looking Forward to Christ’s Return

Peter emphasizes Christ’s return and the coming judgment:

The present world will pass away, but God’s kingdom is eternal
Believers are called to live with holy and godly lives in anticipation

“But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare.”

Hope in Christ motivates faithful living

Part Five: Lessons from 2 Peter

2 Peter teaches us:

Grow in faith, knowledge, and godly character
Be vigilant against false teachings and immorality
Trust God’s promises and be patient
Live holy lives in anticipation of Christ’s return

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

🌟 The Story of 1 Peter — Hope and Holiness in Trials

🌟 The Story of 1 Peter — Hope and Holiness in Trials

Part One: Hope in Christ

Peter begins by reminding believers of the living hope they have through Jesus:

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.”

Faith in Jesus brings hope that cannot be shaken
Believers are promised an eternal inheritance, safe and secure

Part Two: Suffering for God’s Glory

Peter acknowledges that believers may face trials and persecution:

Suffering is temporary and refines faith
Endurance during trials glorifies God
Believers should respond with faith, patience, and love

“But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when His glory is revealed.”

Suffering can strengthen character and hope

Part Three: Living Holy Lives

Peter emphasizes holiness in daily life:

Be obedient, pure, and honorable
Reflect God’s character in actions and relationships
Live differently from the world to honor God

“Be holy, because I am holy.”

God calls His people to set apart lives that reflect His goodness

Part Four: Submission and Service

Peter teaches about relationships and conduct:

Respect authority and submit to one another out of reverence for God
Husbands, wives, servants, and leaders should act with love, respect, and integrity
Service and humility demonstrate God’s character

“Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority.”

Faithfulness is shown in relationships and daily conduct

Part Five: Lessons from 1 Peter

1 Peter teaches us:

Hope in Christ gives strength in trials
Suffering can refine faith and glorify God
Believers are called to live holy, pure, and God-honoring lives
Service, humility, and respect in relationships reflect God’s kingdom