The Bible Study New Testament
Revelation 1 - Introduction
The Church in the World. Chapter s 1 - 3. (Matthew 28:20) [Chapter s 1 to 3 form the basic foundation of this entire book. Revelation is made up of "picture symbols," which, like "modern art," are intended to express an idea. Each of these picture-symbols presents one central idea. Be careful not to try to give a "deeper meaning," any more than is necessary to bring out this central idea. To evaluate these, ask: (1) How much description forms the entire picture-symbol? (2) What is the central idea?]