The Revelation of Jesus Christ — David Bertsch — August 16, 2026
http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
This sermon provides an expositional look at the book of Revelation, focusing on the revelation of Jesus Christ as its central theme and purpose. The message emphasizes understanding Christ's character, nature, and future role in redemption and judgment as unveiled throughout John's apocalyptic vision.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The Need for the Revelation of Jesus ChristThe entire world and believers everywhere are in need of something found at the very end of scripture, which is the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Two Callings in Revelation Chapter 1Reading through Revelation chapter 1 reveals two distinct callings: hearing the word of prophecy and turning to see the voice speaking.
The Importance of Hearing for SalvationRomans chapter 10 emphasizes that faith comes from hearing and hearing by the word of Christ, which leads to salvation.Romans 10:13–14
Job's Transition From Hearing to SeeingThough Job was an upright man who only heard of God for 37 chapters, he ultimately declared in chapter 42 that now his eye sees God.Job 42:4–5
John's Encounter With the Majestic ChristJohn heard the voice first, then turned to see the majestic Christ, causing him to fall at His feet like a dead man.
Counting All Things as Loss for ChristPaul considered his former accomplishments and all things to be rubbish in view of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus as Lord.
Knowing Him and the Power of His ResurrectionPaul' supreme goal was to know Christ, experience the power of His resurrection, fellowship in His sufferings, and be conformed to His death.
Pressing On Toward the Upward CallForgetting what lies behind and reaching forward, Paul presses on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.
Seeking a Greater RevelationIt is not enough to merely hear about Jesus; believers must seek a greater revelation and unveiling of who He is in their lives.
