A Look At The Book
The book of Revelation predicts the future events on this
planet called earth. Beginning with the sixth chapter
it describes a period of time known as the great tribulation. This is seven year period of
trials and tribulations for mankind. As promised, directly preceding this period of
tribulation the believer in Jesus Christ will be raptured (a term used to describe the
taking away of followers into heaven to be with their Lord). The tribulation period is
characterized by three successive series of judgments. The first series begins with
opening of the seven seals of a special book in heaven which only Jesus Christ has the
power and authority to open, because He was the Lamb who was slain for the sins of
mankind. The following events prepare man for the final judgment before the righteous
judge, Jesus Christ.
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