I. Intro 
Big Idea: We can stand because of the Lamb.
II. The Seal
A. God shows His control through restraint. Revelation 7:1
B. God’s seal shows His ownership, protection, and redemption of us. Ephesians 1:12-14; Revelation 7:2-3
III. A Great Multitude 
A. God is faithful to save His people. Revelation 7:4-8
B. Many will stand before the Lamb. John 12:13; Revelation 7:9-10
IV. White Robes 
A. Salvation is completely of God! Romans 1:16-17, 3:23, 14:23; Hebrews 4:12; James 2:10; Revelation 7:11-12
B. We can persevere because of the Lamb. Revelation 7:13-14
V. Shelter 
​A. Be sheltered with God’s presence. Philippians 4:6; Revelation 7:15
B.  The sovereign Lamb shepherds us. Isaiah 25:8, 49:10; Colossians 3:1-2; Revelation 7:16-17

​The Next Step

• What’s something you appreciate about being a part of the family of Christ?
• Why do you think God inspired John to write Revelation 7:1-17 at this point in Revelation?
• How is God’s wrath different than human anger?
• Read Ephesians 1:12-14. Why is it good news that God seals those who trust in Christ?
• What are things in this passage that show our salvation is completely from God?
• What are some things in this passage that demonstrate what an appropriate response to God’s salvation looks like in our lives?
• How can gratitude toward God help us to grow in maturity as Christ followers?
• What’s a specific way God is calling you to respond to Revelation 7:1-17?  

​​​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.

I. Intro  
Big Idea: Justice is coming. Matthew 24:1-35
II. Bent on Conquest 
A. God calls forth strife and peace. Zechariah 1:8–11, 6:1–8; Matthew 24:14, 28:19; Mark 13:10, Romans 1:18-32; Revelation 6:1-2; 19:11-16
B. God calls forth war. James 4:2, Revelation 6:3-4
III. Scales 
A. God calls forth famine and poverty. Matthew 24:7; Revelation 6:5-6
B. God calls forth death. Ezekiel 14:21; Revelation 6:7-8
IV. How Long…?   
A. Our suffering matters. Matthew 24:9; 2 Timothy 3:12; Revelation 6:9-11
B. When the end comes, we’ll know. Isaiah 24:23; Joel 2:10; 3:15; Amos 8:9; Zephaniah 1:15; Matthew 24:29; Revelation 6:12-14; 8:5; 11:13, 19; 16:17-18, 21:6
V. The Great Day 
​​A. Fear the Lamb. Revelation 6:15-16
B. Turn to the Lamb. Romans 5:9-10; 10:9; Revelation 6:17

The Next Step

• What’s something about Sunday’s message on Revelation 6:1-17 you found significant, challenging, or confusing?
• How can John’s vision in Revelation 6:1-17 help us to endure present tribulations, even as it prepares us for God’s final judgment?
• Read Revelation 6:9-11. What does this help us to understand about those who have suffered in Christ as well as our own suffering?
• Why is Revelation 6:12-14 an appropriate outcome for those who are enemies of God?
• Read Romans 5:9-11. How can this passage effect the way we think about God’s judgment, and our lives as His witnesses?
• In what ways is fearing God good?
• What’s a specific way you can respond to Revelation 6:1-17?  

​​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.

I. Intro       
Big Idea: Overcome by focusing on Lamb who was slain.  
II. The Scroll   
A. God records redemptive history. Isaiah 29:11; Daniel 12:4-9; Ezekiel 2:9-3:3; Revelation 5:1
B. Only a Person can save people. Hebrews 2:5–18; Revelation 5:2-4
III. Triumph     
A. The slain Lamb stands! Genesis 49:8-10; John 1:29; Revelation 5:5-7
B. Salvation results in worship. Revelation 5:8
IV. Worthy 
A. We can proclaim a new song. Psalm 33:3; 40:3; 96:1; 98:1; 144:9; 149:1; Isaiah 42:10; Revelation 5:9-10
B. All creation declares Christ. Luke 19:40; Revelation 5:11-12
V. To Him     
​A. Praise our King. Isaiah 45:24; Philippians 2:10-11; Revelation 5:13
B. Christ rules and redeems. Revelation 5:14

The Next Step

• What’s something that challenged or encouraged you about what we considered on Sunday in Revelation 5:1-14?
• Based on Revelation 5:1-14, why is it important that God came to us in Person as Jesus Christ?
• Why do you think John wept when there was no one who could open the scroll?
• Why is it important that Jesus is the Lion of Judah?
• Why is it important that Jesus is the Lamb who was slain?
• What’s a way that you can grow as a worshipper of God this week?
• How might our individual growth as worshippers of God impact our church gatherings and those who join us?  

​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.

I. Intro     
Big Idea: We’re made to give God glory.  
II. In Heaven 
A. God calls us to Him. Ezekiel 1:1; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Revelation 1:10, 4:1
B. God rules. Psalm 103:19; Revelation 4:2
III. The Appearance
A. God’s presence is unspeakably beautiful. Exodus 25:7; 28:13, 17, 18; 35:9, 27; Isaiah 54:12; Ezekiel 1:26–28; Revelation 4:3-4; Revelation 21:11- 20
B. Heaven is different than earth. Exodus 19:16-19; 20:18; Job 7:12; 26:12; 38:8; Psalm 74:13; 78:53; 89:9; 114:3, 5; Isaiah 11:2, 57:20; Ezekiel 1:13; Revelation 4:5-6a; 21:1
IV. Living Creatures   
A. God calls creation to worship. Genesis 3:24; Exodus 25:18-22; Numbers 7:8; Ezekiel 1:5; Revelation 4:6b-7
B. God never changes. Isaiah 6:2-3; Revelation 4:8
V. Give Glory   
​A. Find eternal life through worshiping God. Revelation 4:9-10a
B. We can worship God forever. Revelation 4:10b-11 

​The Next Step

• What was something challenging, confusing, or compelling about Sunday’s message on Revelation 4:1-11?
• Why do you think God revealed the things He did to John in Revelation 4:1-11?
• How can our appreciation of, or gratitude for, things in this world prepare us for heaven?
• What’s a way that worshipping God on His throne helps or changes us – especially when we’re going through hard times? What happens if we don’t worship Him?
• Why is it good news that God is the same yesterday, today, and forever?
• What’s something specific you can do today to prepare for heaven?

​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.