rev·e·la·tion – How do you define the book?

/ˌrevəˈlāSH(ə)n/ noun (From Oxford Languages)
1.     a surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one that is made known in a dramatic way. The making known of something that was previously secret or unknown.​
2.     the divine or supernatural disclosure to humans of something relating to human existence or the world.
3.    the last book of the New Testament, recounting a divine revelation of the future to St. John.

The Book of Revelation has fascinated, frightened, or has been declared forgettable? What is your take? All questions, comments, suggestions, corrections, and concerns are welcome.

Rev. Matthew Flemings book, “The End is the Beginning” about Revelation has the following promotional description:

“Dragons, battles, beasts, and plagues--it's no wonder Revelation is often called the scariest book in the Bible. And most of us aren't sure what to make of it.”

What do you think of when you think about the book of Revelation? Prophecy, apocalypse, rapture, hidden message or an extravagant story?
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Revelation rarely shows up in the pulpits of mainline Christian churches. This summer a number of ELCA churches are looking into it.

Come join St. Luke’s Worship (in person or online) as we walk through the book. We will be reading a few passages, but you’re invited to read the entire Book. I encourage you to also dive in deeper by getting Matthew Flemings book or using the resources below. 

Sundays Readings:
July 20 – Revelation 1:4-8 [Continue reading 1:9 - 3:22]
July 27 – Revelation 4:1-11 [none]
August 3 – Revelation 5:1-13 [5:14 – 7:8]     
August 10 – Revelation 7:9-17 [8:1 – 12:18]
August 17 – Revelation 13:1-18 [14:1 – 20:15]
August 31 – Revelation 21:1-6 [21:7 – 22:21]
(August 24 will be Blessing of the Animals and Backpacks at our 10 AM Outdoor worship – weather permitting. 8:30 AM worship will be in the sanctuary).

Online Study: https://enterthebible.org/book/revelation

Working Preacher Online Commentary by Pastor Sarah Hinlicky Wilson
https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/preaching-series-on-revelation-2025/commentary-on-revelation-14-8-7

Again, all questions, comments, suggestions, corrections, and concerns are welcome. Join in the conversation by sharing your comments…

Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all the saints. Amen.
– Rev. 22:20b-21