Deep Springs Baptist Church Sermon Series

Revelation 21:9-22:5 ”The New Jerusalem”

In today's episode John describes his vision of the Holy City, the New Jerusalem.   An angel gives John the measurements and dimensions of this massive city.  The key feature of this Eternal City is that it has the glory of God!  There is no temple found there because God and the Lamb are the temple!  God's dwelling is now with mankind.   Join us today with an open Bible as we look at this awesome city where the righteous will one day live forever! 

Psalm 103: ”Bless the LORD, O My Soul”

In today's episode we look at Psalm 103.   This Psalm, written by David, encourages all of the universe to praise God for His wonderful acts of mercy towards us.  The psalm has 22 verses- the same number of letters in the Hebrew alphabet.  The covenant name for God (Jehovah) appears half that number of times.  It is an "envelope psalm" - it ends exactly the same way as it begins.  In the original text the verses are all of uniform length and contain two lines each.  This is a perfect song of Thanksgiving- there are no requests or petitions!  Let us reflect along with King David on the tender mercies of the LORD!!! 

Revelation 21:1-8 ”New Heaven and New Earth”

In today's episode, we look at the first 8 verses of Revelation 21.  John receives a vision of the New Heaven and New Earth.  It's remarkable in its brevity and yet breathtaking to even think about.  Because it is so difficult to grasp with finite minds, John describes in terms of what is "not" in the New Heaven and New Earth.  This is the only place in the Word of God where we get a description of the Eternal State. 

Revelation 20:11-15 ”The Great White Throne Judgment”

In today's episode, we look at one of the most awesome and frightful passages in all of God's Word.  John sees the final judgment of all unbelievers.  It will be unlike any judgment the world has ever seen.  Heaven and earth pass away and there is nowhere to hide from a Holy and Righteous God!   Each one will stand before God and receive a fair sentence based on their works.  Those who are not in the Lamb's Book of Life will be cast into the Lake of Fire for eternity! 

Revelation 20:1-10 ”The Devil on Death Row”

In today's episode we look at the beginning of the Millennial Kingdom.  To begin with, Satan is bound for 1,000 years.  Then the saints of all ages are shown in places of authority and judgment over the world.  Jesus Christ is the King of kings and Lord of lords ruling on this earth for a literal 1,000 year period.  After the 1,000 years, Satan is unleashed to lead one last rebellion of mankind.  God will quickly put an end to this and cast the devil into the lake of fire.  We will look at the various views on the Millennium and the idea of annihilation. 

Revelation 19:11-21 ”KING OF KINGS”

We have finally come to the much anticipated theme of the book of Revelation!  Jesus Christ returns to Earth with the armies of Heaven accompanying Him.  He is coming to judge and make war in righteousness!  Those who return with Him will only be spectators.  He alone will destroy His enemies with the power of His Word!  No longer wearing a crown of thorns, He returns with man crowns (diadems) upon His head.  Appropriately, He is named the KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS!!! 

Revelation 19:1-10 ”The Hallelujah Chorus of Heaven”

In chapter 18 and verse 20, the inhabitants of Heaven are told to rejoice over the destruction of Babylon.   Chapter 19 opens with a response of Hallelujah's!  This word "Hallelujah" (which means "Praise the LORD") occurs only here in the New Testament these four times.   We are also told the marriage of the Lamb has arrived.   An invitation to the marriage supper of the Lamb awaits for the blessed!   Finally, John does something for which the angel reproves him.

Revelation 18: ”The Destruction of Babylon”

In today's episode we look at the destruction of political and commercial Babylon.   The Old Testament prophecies of the total destruction of Babylon are finally fulfilled.   God's call to His people in this chapter (and to all ages) is "Come out of her". 

Revelation 17: ”The Beast and the Harlot Part Ways”

In today's episode we do a full exposition of Revelation chapter 17.  John is given information by this "Bowl Angel" that explains the nature of the relationship between the Beast, the Ten Horns, and The Harlot.   They are able to coexist for a time. But in a dramatic twist, the 10 Kings turn on The Harlot and become the agents of her destruction.  Join us with an open Bible as we hear what the Spirit has to say. 

Revelation 17:6-8 ”The Mystery of the Woman and the Beast”

One of the angels who had the seven bowls/vials continues to explain to John the "judgment of the great harlot".  John was astonished to see this woman was "drunk with the blood of the saints".   The attention next turns to the Beast which John had already seen in chapter 13. There is particular emphasis on the fact that the Beast will apparently suffer a fatal would and have a miraculous recovery.  All whose names were not written in the Book of Life will worship this beast when they witness his reemergence.