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A scroll sealed with seven seals is presented, and only the Lamb is worthy to open it. Heaven erupts in worship as Christ is praised for His sacrifice and victory. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

John is taken up into heaven and sees God’s throne surrounded by heavenly beings. The scene highlights God’s holiness, majesty, and eternal rule. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus speaks to Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea, exposing dead faith, encouraging perseverance, and calling for repentance. He promises rewards to those who overcome. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus addresses four churches—Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, and Thyatira—praising their faithfulness but warning against compromise and calling for repentance. Each church is promised a reward for overcoming. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

John receives a vision of the risen Christ, who walks among the churches and holds ultimate authority. Jesus comforts John and commands him to write what he sees to the seven churches. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jude urges believers to contend for the faith against false teachers who distort God’s grace and lead others astray. He reminds them of God’s past judgments on the ungodly and calls them to remain in God’s love, showing mercy while waiting for Christ’s return. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Peter reminds the church that scoffers will question Christ’s return, but God is patient, giving time for repentance. He calls believers to live holy lives as they look forward to the new heavens and new earth. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Peter warns against false teachers who secretly introduce destructive heresies. Their greed and corruption will lead to judgment, just as God has judged the ungodly in the past. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Peter urges believers to grow in faith, virtue, and knowledge so they can be fruitful in Christ. He reminds them of the certainty of God’s promises and the reliability of Scripture as God’s inspired Word. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul calls the believers to pray, live disciplined lives, and avoid idleness. He reminds them to follow his example of hard work and exhorts them to never grow weary in doing good. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul warns about the coming rebellion and the man of lawlessness who will exalt himself against God. He reassures the church that Christ will defeat him and urges believers to stand firm in the truth they’ve received. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul gives thanks for the Thessalonians’ growing faith and love, even in the midst of persecution. He encourages them with the promise that God will bring justice when Christ returns in glory. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul reminds believers that the Day of the Lord will come unexpectedly, so they must stay alert and sober. He calls them to encourage one another, live in peace, and remain blameless as they await Christ’s return.  For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jude urges believers to contend for the faith against false teachers who distort God’s grace and lead others astray. He reminds them of God’s past judgments on the ungodly and calls them to remain in God’s love, showing mercy while waiting for Christ’s return. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul urges the believers to live holy lives, especially in sexual purity, reminding them that God calls them to sanctification. He commends their love for one another and encourages a quiet, hardworking life. He comforts them with the hope of the resurrection, assuring them that when Jesus returns, the dead in Christ will rise first and all believers will be with the Lord forever. For more resourc...

Paul explains that he sent Timothy to strengthen and encourage the church in their faith amid persecution. Timothy’s report of their steadfastness brings Paul joy and thanksgiving. Paul prays earnestly for their continued growth in love, holiness, and readiness for Christ’s coming. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul reflects on his ministry in Thessalonica, reminding them that he and his companions preached with sincerity and did not seek human praise. He compares his care for them to a nurturing parent and commends their endurance in suffering. He longs to see them again but acknowledges that Satan hindered him from returning. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurc...

Paul greets the Thessalonian church with gratitude, praising God for their faith, love, and hope in Christ. He reminds them that the gospel came to them not only with words but with power and the Holy Spirit. Their transformed lives became a testimony throughout the region, as they turned from idols to serve the living and true God and to wait for Jesus’ return. For more resources to help your Bib...

Jesus appears to His disciples at the Sea of Galilee and restores Peter, telling him to feed His sheep. The book closes with a reminder that not all of Jesus’ works are recorded. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus rises from the dead and appears to Mary Magdalene and His disciples. He breathes the Holy Spirit onto them and reveals Himself to Thomas, who proclaims, “My Lord and my God!” For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus is mocked, beaten, and crucified. He declares, “It is finished,” and dies. His body is taken down and buried in a new tomb by Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus is betrayed by Judas and arrested. He is questioned by the high priest and Pilate and is denied three times by Peter. Pilate finds no guilt in Him but the crowd demands crucifixion. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus prays for Himself, His disciples, and all future believers. He asks for unity among His followers and that they may be with Him and see His glory. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will come to guide and strengthen the disciples. He prepares them for sorrow and persecution but assures them of future joy and victory through Him.  For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Jesus teaches that He is the true vine and His followers must abide in Him. He calls them to love one another and warns that the world will hate them as it hated Him. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading