The Book of Revelation provides an articulate yet vivid depiction of the ultimate triumph of God over evil and the delivery of God’s Will through the Blood Atonement of Jesus Christ. Central to Revelation is the Gospel message, which proclaims that salvation is by grace through faith in the finished work of Christ, the Lamb who was slain. The book encourages believers to remain in the faith amidst tribulation unlike the world has ever seen. It offers the assurance of Christ’s victory. John describes a vision in which Christ is worshiped by every creature in the future. See Revelation 5:12: “Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.” This imagery highlights the centrality of Christ’s sacrificial death and resurrection in the Gospel, affirming His worthiness of all praise and worship. Revelation provides a vision of the new heaven and new earth, the ultimate fulfillment of God’s Will through Christ. John describes the holy city, New Jerusalem, where God will dwell with His people in Revelation 21:4 “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.” This beautiful promise of eternal life and the eradication of all suffering reflects the Gospel truth and the consummation of God’s kingdom. In this guide to the Gospel in Revelation, we showcase Scriptures (using the King James version) that best help the Christian zoom in on the Good News using this specific book as a lens. Each verse is accompanied by concise commentary to provide the takeaway in layman’s terms. Our goal in this and all the other Gospel in the New Testament Series articles is to show how Revelation presents the doctrine that salvation is a gift of God’s grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ, and the necessity of guarding this faith against corruption.
The Gospel in Revelation
The Gospel in Revelation Showcased in Scripture
- Revelation 1:5-6: “And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.”
Verses 5 through 6 powerfully describes Jesus Christ as the faithful witness, the first begotten of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. It praises Him for loving us and washing us from our sins in His own blood. The passage also acknowledges that He has made believers kings and priests unto God, His Father, and ends with a declaration of glory and dominion to Jesus forever and ever.
- Revelation 3:20: “Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.”
Jesus extends an invitation for a personal relationship with Him, symbolized by standing at the door and knocking. It emphasizes the importance of responding to His call, promising fellowship and communion for those who open the door and welcome Him into their lives.
- Revelation 5:9-10: “And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation; And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.”
9 and 10 describe the song sung to the Lamb, praising Him for being worthy to open the scroll because He was slain and redeemed people from every tribe, language, and nation through His blood.
- Revelation 7:9-10: “After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands; And cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb.”
This Scripture brings a vivid description of the “multitude” from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before the throne and the Lamb. They are clothed in white robes and hold palm branches (symbolizing victory). The crowd speaks that salvation belongs to God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.
- Revelation 12:10-11: “And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.”
Revelation 12:10-11 describes the arrival of salvation, the kingdom of God, and the authority of Christ. It acknowledges that the accuser, who accused the believers day and night, has been cast down. The believers overcome the accuser by the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony, and they do not love their lives even unto death.
- Revelation 14:6-7: “And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people, Saying with a loud voice, Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his judgment is come: and worship him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters.”
Revelation 14:6-7 describes the appearance of an angel flying in the midst of heaven, proclaiming the everlasting Gospel to all who dwell on the earth. The angel urges them to fear God, give Him glory, and worship the Him, for the time of His judgment has come.
- Revelation 21:6: “And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.”
Revelation 21:6 presents God’s declaration that He is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. He promises to give freely of the water (literal and allegorical) of life to anyone who thirsts.
- Revelation 22:17: “And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.”
Revelation 22:17 calls on those who hear to say, “Come,” and extends the invitation to anyone who is thirsty to come and freely take the water of life.
As we explore these key passages, it becomes clear that Revelation offers a profound and eschatological presentation of the Gospel. The book emphasizes the victory of Christ, the certainty of divine judgment, the promise of eternal life, and the call to faithfulness. Through its vivid imagery and prophetic declarations, Revelation provides a comprehensive vision of the Gospel’s fulfillment, encouraging believers to hold fast to their faith and hope in the ultimate triumph of God’s redemptive plan.
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