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Revelation

Revelation

Luke 12:2
For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known.

Definitions Merriam Webster
Reveal
: Function: transitive verb 1 : to make known through divine inspiration 2 : to make (something secret or hidden) publicly or generally known <reveal a secret>
3 : to open up to view : DISPLAY <the uncurtained window revealed a cluttered room> synonyms REVEAL, DISCLOSE, DIVULGE, TELL, BETRAY

Revelation
: Function: noun 1 a: an act of revealing or communicating divine truth b: something that is revealed by God to humans 2 a: an act of revealing to view or making known b: something that is revealed; especially: an enlightening or astonishing disclosure <shocking revelations> c: a pleasant often enlightening surprise <her talent was a revelation>

As we continue to distinguish the difference between seeing with the physical eyes and knowing in the spiritual mind, let us take a moment so that we can study the dynamics of a revelation. As I had written previously we must understand that there is a chasm that divides the dimensions of seeing and knowing in this physical world. If you did not comprehend anything else from the previous writing, just understand that a revelation is the bridge which connects these two gaps. It is a most important piece.

Without revelation Noah would not have known about the coming judgement (Gen 6:13). Without revelation Lot would not have known about the impendent destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah (Gen 19:12-13). Without revelation Daniel would not have been able to interpret Nebuchadnezzar’s dreams (Dan 2:20-22) Without revelation the physical eyes are but decorative ornaments for the physical body.

In order for us to fully comprehend the dynamics of a revelation, we must first understand its nature. First understand that any or everything that an individual does not know has the potential to become a revelation.

If you will study the definitions you will see that a revelation arises from a secret, hidden, concealed or unknown agent. This agent may be unknown to an individual or to a general public. In other words a revelation begins in the realm of the unknown. When or after this hidden, concealed, secret or unknown agent is disclosed, divulged, or displayed it then becomes a revelation. The subject or agent has now moved from the realm of the unknown into the realm of the known.

Secondly we must understand that there are 3 constants which are always present in all revelations. The 1st constant which is present in all revelations is the presence of a revelator. The revelator is the entity who discloses that which is to be revealed, or the revelator is one who reveals the will of God. In the Bible we see examples of humans, angels, the Holy Spirit, and God as revelators (Gen 19:12-13, Dan 2:28, Matt 16:17, Matt 11:27, Luke 2:26, Is 22:14)

The 2nd constant that must be present in all revelations is the object or cause of the revealing. The object or cause, is the person, place, or thing which the revelation has arisen from. During the End-times we see that the two main objects or causes of revelation will be the Man of Sin (Anti-Christ) (2Thess 2:3and8) and Messias (2Thess 1:7, Is 40:5)

The 3rd constant that must be present in all revelations is a recipient or recipients. This is the individual or individuals who receive the revelations. In the Bible we see examples of Noah, Lot, Daniel, Peter, and many others as recipients of various revelations (Gen 6:6, Gen 19:12-13, Dan 2:19, Matt 16:17)

Now let us take a closer look at the most important constituent part of a revelation. The object or cause is the most important part of a revelation. There are 3 things that we must understand about a revelations object or cause.

The object or cause is the seed or source of any revelation. Without the object or cause, a revelation would cease to be. The revelator would not have anything to reveal and the recipient would not have anything to receive. Let’s use Noah for an example. What was the object or cause of Noah’s revelation? The answer is man’s exceeding wickedness (Gen 6:5) Just think about it. If man had not become exceedingly wicked, then there would not have been a need for a judgement. God would not have had anything to reveal and Noah would not have had any revelation to receive.

The object or cause of a revelation is in existence and operating before or at the time of the revelation. It has to because the object or cause causes the revelation. Man’s exceeding wickedness was in existence and operating before and at the time of Noah’s revelation. The Man of Sin (Anti-Christ) and Messias are in existence and operating before and at the times of their revealing (2Thess 2:7)

The object or cause is in existence and operating before or at the time of its revelation regardless of whether you interact with it, see it, or know it. Noah’s ability or inability to interact with, know, or see the wickedness in his surroundings did not change the existence or work of the wickedness. Your ability or inability to interact with, see, or know the Anti-Christ and Messias in your surroundings does not negate their existence or work.




“Where there are no secrets or unknowns, there is no revelation
 

may

Well-Known Member
the book of Revelation is being revealed and uncovered in this time of the end . thrilling times indeed. The sacred secret is now well along and has been revealed , over the centuries ,And as for you, O Daniel, make secret the words and seal up the book, until the time of [the] end. Many will rove about, and the [true] knowledge will become abundant...... DANIEL 12;4 and it certainly has become abundant,
 

Green Kepi

Active Member
Mindonfire...I don't understand much of your "ramblings". What's your point? Concerning Revelation, we must always look at this Book thru "1st Century glasses". I believe this Book is a history of the Church and I think most of all the Books symbols were fulfilled after the time Jerusalem was destroyed in 70 AD. This Book must be read as if we were looking over the shoulders of the 1st century believers. It's full of symbolic visions written for 1st century Christians suffering under Roman occupation. As we study it, we must think symbols, metaphors, & poetry. Just remember, when you reach Judgment Day, you're not going to find that Jesus is a sheep (Rev. 5:6)....
 

may

Well-Known Member
the book of revelation is happening right now , thrilling times indeed. Armageddon is described in the last book of the bible as ....the war of the great day of God Almighty...revelation 16;14,16Gods word gives the happy assurance that only wicked opposers of God will be destroyed ..... by forces under Gods control ..psalm 37;9-10 psalm 145;20 a great crowd of humans out of all nations, will survive the climax of devine Judgement at ArmageddonJesus christ will then shepherd and guide these to life everlasting in a paradise earth. revelation 7;9,14,17.
 
Green Kepi said:
Mindonfire...I don't understand much of your "ramblings". What's your point? Concerning Revelation, we must always look at this Book thru "1st Century glasses". I believe this Book is a history of the Church and I think most of all the Books symbols were fulfilled after the time Jerusalem was destroyed in 70 AD. This Book must be read as if we were looking over the shoulders of the 1st century believers. It's full of symbolic visions written for 1st century Christians suffering under Roman occupation. As we study it, we must think symbols, metaphors, & poetry. Just remember, when you reach Judgment Day, you're not going to find that Jesus is a sheep (Rev. 5:6)....

Good Day
You need to take those "1st Century glasses" off for there prescriptions have worn out. They are keeping you blind to the situation that has been happening around you.
Do you not know that history repeats itself? Ask the LORD God for a new prescription so that you may see and know the reality that is happening around you

Peace
 

Super Universe

Defender of God
Armageddon is coming soon, within a thousand years Lucifer will be judged and no doubt found guilty of denial of deity.

The sleeping souls will then be awakened and finally be able to proceed with their judgement which was delayed because of the problems caused by the Lucifer Rebellion.

The eyes of everyone on the earth will be opened and they will feel the presence of God like the morning sun.

What will human life on the earth be like when each knows God? Paradise.
 
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