A Closer Look At Revelation

The purpose of the book of Revelation is to come for the militant Church in its struggle against the forces of evil. It is full of help and comfort for persecuted and suffering Christians. To them is given the assurance that God sees their tears (7:17; 21:4); their prayers are influential in world affairs (8:3,4) and their death is precious in His sight. Their final victory is assured (15:2); their blood will be avenged (19:2); their Christ lives and reins forever and for ever. He governs the world in the interest of His Church (5:7,8). He is coming again to take His people to Himself in 'the marriage supper of the Lamb' and to live with them forever in a rejuvenated universe (21:22).

- William Hedriksen