Springville Road Community Church
"Knowing God... Making God Known"
 


Text: Revelation 1:12-20

Son of Man –a title that was used in the life and ministry of Jesus.  This title was also expressed in Daniel 7:13 in anticipation of the Messiah.

I. The Position of the Lord Jesus-Revelation 1:13 clearly points to the fact that the Son of Man (Jesus) is in the midst of the churches.

II. The Picture of the Lord Jesus
* He is the High Priest.  The long robe and golden sash point to the priesthood as clearly revealed in the Old Testament. (Exodus 28:4; Lev. 16)
* He is the Holy One.  The blazing white is a picture of the Purity or the Holiness of the Lord.  The Bible clearly reveals His Holiness. (Is. 6; I Peter 1:13; Rev. 4)      
* He Sees Everything.  Nothing is hidden from the One in the midst of the church. The author of Hebrews says, “all things are open and laid bare to the eyes of Him with whom we have to do.” (Heb. 4:13)
* He is the Judge.  John’s gospel records that “He (the Father) has given all judgment to the Son.” (John 5:22; II Cor. 5:9-10; Rev. 2:18)
* His voice is Powerful. Those belonging to the Lord know His voice. (John 5:25-29; John 10:27)
* He is Sovereign over His church. The right hand pictures His control over the church. (Rev. 2:1)
* He is the Protector of the church. Revelation clearly conveys this truth. (2:16; 19:15)
* He is Brilliant/Glorious in Appearance. John equates looking at His face to the sun shining in its brilliance/strength.

III. His Response to the Lord- John’s response is no different than any who have been confronted with the glory of the Lord. (Is 6. Acts 9)


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Is It Reliable - 4

Just how reliable is the Bible? Is it just a collection of books written by men or is it the holy word of God? How did the collection of 66 books come together as the Bible we know it today?  Have some books been left out of the Bible? Listen to this muti-week study as we explore these questons and more about the bible and how reliable it really is.

This week's discussion includes some suggested study helps, the role, if any, that councils played in determining the books included in the cannon and how we can trust the writings of the Apostle Paul.

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