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This Sunday, Pastor Bill Dogterom guides us through the poetic and prophetic layers of John's vision. He challenges us to move beyond familiar interpretations and invites us to see Revelation not as a roadmap of future events, but as a profound unveiling of Jesus' lordship and the call to faithful witness. This message urges us to resist the allure of empire and embrace the sacrificial way of the Lamb.

This week, Pastor Darren continues our Revelation series by exploring chapters 14 and 15, painting a vivid picture of what it means to stand with the Lamb in the end and how that shapes who we are today. In a world full of fear, pressure, and compromise, the call isn't to strive harder or prove yourself. Instead, it's to be marked by Jesus, shaped by His mercy and truth, and transformed into people who reflect His character. Worship isn't just something we do. It's the way God forms us, rewrites our stories, and leads us through the refining fire to live with confidence and purpose in the midst of cultural pressures.

Alas, we have reached the final set of "7's" in Revelation: the 7 bowls of God's wrath!We've been operating under the idea that each set of 7 (7 seals, 7 trumpets, 7 signs, and 7 bowls) are all talking about the same period of time from different perspectives. Last night, our pastoral intern Braden Shannon walked us through the 7 bowls of God's wrath. It's a heavier section of Revelation, but that doesn't make it any less important for our day to day lives. So have a listen!We're glad you're here! Let's get into it :)

Starting back up in our Revelation Series, Brad reviews Revelation 1-11.

If someone were to ask me, "what is the MOST debated part of the book of Revelation?", I would be very tempted to say Revelation 12-14.Why Revelation 12-14? Because it is here that we see dragons, sea-beasts, earth-beasts, pregnant women clothed with celestial bodies, and probably the MOST debated part of all: the dreaded Mark of the Beast.In this episode of our Revelation series, we are tackling ALL of it! Who or what is the Sea-Beast? What's the deal with the Dragon and the woman? And above all, what is the mark of the beast, and do we have to be worried about taking it?We're glad you're here! Let's get into it :)

There are parts of Revelation that are pretty straightforward. There are other parts that are hotly debated. Our passage for this week is one of the latter!At youth group last week, we tackled what is colloquially called "The Two Witnesses". They are given authority to breathe fire from their mouths to consume their foes, as well as shut up the sky and turn water into blood. Many people believe that Revelation is foretelling two literal witnesses who will appear and do these things. But could it be that something else is going on in this passage?So join us as we talk about "The Two Witnesses"! We're glad you're here, let's get into it :)PS - This is a raw teaching from a Wednesday night youth group! We didn't have time to record this one separately, so you're getting it straight from the pulpit.

In this teaching, we begin exploring the church in Laodicea, the only one of the seven churches to receive no commendation from the Lord, just a rebuke.The church in Laodicea is the symbol of fleshly government reigning supreme in the house of God.

Sunday Service (4/6/25) // Revelation 2:8-11 // Visit our website: https://mbchicago.org Follow us to remain connected: Facebook:   / mbc.chicago   Instagram:   / mbc.chicago   TikTok:   / mbc.chicago   Podcasts: Listen on Apple, Spotify & others To support this ministry, you can donate via: Zelle to: info@mbchicago.org Web: https://mbchicago.org/give Venmo: https://venmo.com/mbchurch DAF Donations: https://every.org/mbc.chicago PayPal/Credit: https://paypal.com/donate/?hosted_but... Revelation 2:8-11 (ESV) To the Church in Smyrna8 “And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: ‘The words of the first and the last, who died and came to life.9 “‘I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander[a] of those who say that they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. 10 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. 11 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. The one who conquers will not be hurt by the second death.'#DanielBatarseh #Revelation #BookofRevelation #BibleStudy #mbchicago #mbcchicago #Bible #versebyverse #sermon #sermons #sermononline #bookofrevelation #bookofrevelations #revelation #revelations #newtestament #scripture #verses #lessons #church #chicago #livechurch #churchlive #chicagochurch #chicagochurches #prophecy #prophetic #jesus #jesuschrist

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Unlock the mysteries of Revelation with Dr. Donald Perkins in "Understanding the Book of Revelation Series." This comprehensive 24-DVD collection presents a detailed verse-by-verse analysis of all 22 chapters, as originally broadcast on "Your Future in Bible Prophecy." Enhance your understanding of the end times, the letters to the seven churches, the vision of Jesus, the heavenly throne, the seven seals, and much more. Check out the FULL series here! https://www.swrc.com/product/understanding-the-book-of-revelation-series/

By Scott McKeon - As the sixth seal is opened, God asks the world, “May I have your attention, please?” in a tremendous display of His sovereignty, power, and might.

Sunday Service (3/30/25) // Revelation 2:1-7 // Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mbchicago.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us to remain connected: Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcasts: Listen on Apple, Spotify & othersTo support this ministry, you can donate via: Zelle to: info@mbchicago.org Web: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mbchicago.org/give⁠⁠⁠⁠ Venmo: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://venmo.com/mbchurch⁠⁠⁠⁠ PayPal/Credit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.com/donate/?hosted_but...⁠⁠⁠⁠DAF Donations: ⁠⁠⁠https://every.org/mbc.chicago⁠⁠⁠Revelation 2:1-7 (ESV) To the Church in Ephesus1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands.2 “‘I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil, but have tested those who call themselves apostles and are not, and found them to be false. 3 I know you are enduring patiently and bearing up for my name's sake, and you have not grown weary. 4 But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first. 5 Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent, and do the works you did at first. If not, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you repent. 6 Yet this you have: you hate the works of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate. 7 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who conquers I will grant to eat of the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God.'#DanielBatarseh #Revelation #BookofRevelation #BibleStudy #mbchicago #mbcchicago #Bible #versebyverse #sermon #sermons #sermononline #bookofrevelation #bookofrevelations #revelation #revelations #newtestament #scripture #verses #lessons #church #chicago #livechurch #churchlive #chicagochurch #chicagochurches #prophecy #prophetic #jesus #jesuschrist

This week, as we wrapped up part two of our Revelation Series, The Letters, Chris read a letter to City Church OTR. Our church may not be one of the seven in Revelation, but God is writing a pretty unique story over us. We want to be amazed again at all God has brought us through and dream about what He might be doing in the future.

Sunday Service (3/23/25) // Revelation 2-3 // Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://mbchicago.org⁠⁠⁠Follow us to remain connected: Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠⁠ Podcasts: Listen on Apple, Spotify & othersTo support this ministry, you can donate via: Zelle to: info@mbchicago.org Web: ⁠⁠⁠https://mbchicago.org/give⁠⁠⁠ Venmo: ⁠⁠⁠https://venmo.com/mbchurch⁠⁠⁠ PayPal/Credit: ⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.com/donate/?hosted_but...⁠⁠⁠DAF Donations: ⁠⁠https://every.org/mbc.chicago⁠⁠Revelation 2-3 (ESV) To the Church in Ephesus2 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands.2 “‘I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil, but have tested those who call themselves apostles and are not, and found them to be false. 3 I know you are enduring patiently and bearing up for my name's sake, and you have not grown weary. 4 But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first. 5 Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent, and do the works you did at first. If not, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you repent. 6 Yet this you have: you hate the works of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate. 7 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who conquers I will grant to eat of the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God.'To the Church in Smyrna8 “And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: ‘The words of the first and the last, who died and came to life.9 “‘I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander[a] of those who say that they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. 10 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. 11 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. The one who conquers will not be hurt by the second death.'To the Church in Pergamum12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamum write: ‘The words of him who has the sharp two-edged sword.13 “‘I know where you dwell, where Satan's throne is. Yet you hold fast my name, and you did not deny my faith[b] even in the days of Antipas my faithful witness, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells. 14 But I have a few things against you: you have some there who hold the teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to put a stumbling block before the sons of Israel, so that they might eat food sacrificed to idols and practice sexual immorality. 15 So also you have some who hold the teaching of the Nicolaitans. 16 Therefore repent. If not, I will come to you soon and war against them with the sword of my mouth. 17 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who conquers I will give some of the hidden manna, and I will give him a white stone, with a new name written on the stone that no one knows except the one who receives it.'To the Church in Thyatira18 “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write: ‘The words of the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and whose feet are like burnished bronze.To the Church in Sardis3 “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars.To the Church in Philadelphia7 “And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: ‘The words of the holy one, the true one, who has the key of David, who opens and no one will shut, who shuts and no one opens.To the Church in Laodicea14 “And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God's creation.

Unlock the mysteries of Revelation with Dr. Donald Perkins in "Understanding the Book of Revelation Series." This comprehensive 24-DVD collection presents a detailed verse-by-verse analysis of all 22 chapters, as originally broadcast on "Your Future in Bible Prophecy." Enhance your understanding of the end times, the letters to the seven churches, the vision of Jesus, the heavenly throne, the seven seals, and much more. Check out the FULL series here! https://www.swrc.com/product/understanding-the-book-of-revelation-series/

Unlock the mysteries of Revelation with Dr. Donald Perkins in "Understanding the Book of Revelation Series." This comprehensive 24-DVD collection presents a detailed verse-by-verse analysis of all 22 chapters, as originally broadcast on "Your Future in Bible Prophecy." Enhance your understanding of the end times, the letters to the seven churches, the vision of Jesus, the heavenly throne, the seven seals, and much more. Check out the FULL series here! https://www.swrc.com/product/understanding-the-book-of-revelation-series/

In this concluding teaching on Philadelphia, we unpack the quiet struggle of remaining righteous in a world that rewards compromise. We delve deeply into the subtle tactics the enemy uses to lead us into disobedience and the critical importance of holding fast to our crown. Discover the power of divine establishment—becoming stable pillars in God's spiritual house—and the significance of receiving His name, reshaping our identity and spiritual authority.

In this teaching, we linger at the feet of Philadelphia—the faithful remnant church that received no rebuke. Though she had little strength, she held tightly to the Word and the Name. Jesus speaks to her not of escape, but of inheritance: an open door no one can shut, a promise to become a pillar in God's temple, and to bear His name.

Sunday Service (3/16/25) // Revelation 1: 12-20 // Visit our website: ⁠⁠https://mbchicago.org⁠⁠Follow us to remain connected: Facebook: ⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠  / mbc.chicago  ⁠⁠ Podcasts: Listen on Apple, Spotify & othersTo support this ministry, you can donate via: Zelle to: info@mbchicago.org Web: ⁠⁠https://mbchicago.org/give⁠⁠ Venmo: ⁠⁠https://venmo.com/mbchurch⁠⁠ PayPal/Credit: ⁠⁠https://paypal.com/donate/?hosted_but...⁠⁠DAF Donations: ⁠https://every.org/mbc.chicago⁠Revelation 1: 12-20 (ESV) 12 Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking to me, and on turning I saw seven golden lampstands, 13 and in the midst of the lampstands one like a son of man, clothed with a long robe and with a golden sash around his chest. 14 The hairs of his head were white, like white wool, like snow. His eyes were like a flame of fire, 15 his feet were like burnished bronze, refined in a furnace, and his voice was like the roar of many waters. 16 In his right hand he held seven stars, from his mouth came a sharp two-edged sword, and his face was like the sun shining in full strength.17 When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. But he laid his right hand on me, saying, “Fear not, I am the first and the last, 18 and the living one. I died, and behold I am alive forevermore, and I have the keys of Death and Hades. 19 Write therefore the things that you have seen, those that are and those that are to take place after this. 20 As for the mystery of the seven stars that you saw in my right hand, and the seven golden lampstands, the seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches.#DanielBatarseh #Revelation #BookofRevelation #BibleStudy #mbchicago #mbcchicago #Bible #versebyverse #sermon #sermons #sermononline #bookofrevelation #bookofrevelations #revelation #revelations #newtestament #scripture #verses #lessons #church #chicago #livechurch #churchlive #chicagochurch #chicagochurches #prophecy #prophetic #jesus #jesuschrist

Unlock the mysteries of Revelation with Dr. Donald Perkins in "Understanding the Book of Revelation Series." This comprehensive 24-DVD collection presents a detailed verse-by-verse analysis of all 22 chapters, as originally broadcast on "Your Future in Bible Prophecy." Enhance your understanding of the end times, the letters to the seven churches, the vision of Jesus, the heavenly throne, the seven seals, and much more. Check out the FULL series here! https://www.swrc.com/product/understanding-the-book-of-revelation-series/

Sunday Service (3/9/25) // Revelation 1:9-11 // Visit our website: https://mbchicago.org Follow us to remain connected: Facebook:   / mbc.chicago   Instagram:   / mbc.chicago   TikTok:   / mbc.chicago   Podcasts: Listen on Apple, Spotify & others To support this ministry, you can donate via: Zelle to: info@mbchicago.org Web: https://mbchicago.org/give Venmo: https://venmo.com/mbchurch PayPal/Credit: https://paypal.com/donate/?hosted_but... Revelation 1:9-11 (ESV) Vision of the Son of Man9 I, John, your brother and partner in the tribulation and the kingdom and the patient endurance that are in Jesus, was on the island called Patmos on account of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus. 10 I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet 11 saying, “Write what you see in a book and send it to the seven churches, to Ephesus and to Smyrna and to Pergamum and to Thyatira and to Sardis and to Philadelphia and to Laodicea.”#DanielBatarseh #Revelation #BookofRevelation #BibleStudy #mbchicago #mbcchicago #Bible #versebyverse #sermon #sermons #sermononline #bookofrevelation #bookofrevelations #revelation #revelations #newtestament #scripture #verses #lessons #church #chicago #livechurch #churchlive #chicagochurch #chicagochurches #prophecy #prophetic #jesus #jesuschrist

In this episode, we press further in the study of the church in Sardis.

Sunday Service (3/2/25) // Book of Revelation Bible Study SeriesVisit our website: https://mbchicago.orgFollow us to remain connected: Facebook: / mbc.chicago Instagram: / mbc.chicago TikTok: / mbc.chicago Podcasts: Listen on Apple, Spotify & othersTo support this ministry, you can donate via: Zelle to: info@mbchicago.org Web: https://mbchicago.org/give Venmo: https://venmo.com/mbchurch PayPal/Credit: https://paypal.com/donate/?hosted_but...Revelation 1:1-8 (ESV)Prologue1 The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants[a] the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, 2 who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. 3 Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near.Greeting to the Seven Churches4 John to the seven churches that are in Asia:Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, 5 and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth.To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood 6 and made us a kingdom, priests to his God and Father, to him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen. 7 Behold, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him, and all tribes of the earth will wail[b] on account of him. Even so. Amen.8 “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.”Footnotesa. Revelation 1:1 For the contextual rendering of the Greek word doulos, see Preface; likewise for servant later in this verseb. Revelation 1:7 Or mourn#DanielBatarseh #mbchicago #mbcchicago #Bible #BibleStudy #versebyverse #sermon #sermons #sermononline #bookofrevelation #bookofrevelations #revelation #revelations #newtestament #scripture #verses #lessons #church #chicago #livechurch #churchlive #chicagochurch #chicagochurches #prophecy #prophetic #jesus #jesuschrist

In this episode, we touch briefly on the seven spirits of God and authenticity in our Christian faith.

Brother Nick comes to the end of the book of Revelation and looks at Jesus' triumphal return.

By Scott McKeon - Saints have been persecuted for adherence to the truth throughout all of history. Those who have given their lives and their cries for God's judgment reach His throne. In this message, we consider how we are invited to give our lives for the truth today.

Sunday Service (2/23/25) // The Book of Revelation Bible Study Series IntroductionVisit our website: https://mbchicago.orgFollow us to remain connected: Facebook:   / mbc.chicago   Instagram:   / mbc.chicago   TikTok:   / mbc.chicago   Podcasts: Listen on Apple, Spotify & othersTo support this ministry, you can donate via: Zelle to: info@mbchicago.org Web: https://mbchicago.org/give Venmo: https://venmo.com/mbchurch PayPal/Credit: https://paypal.com/donate/?hosted_but...Revelation (ESV)#DanielBatarseh #mbchicago #mbcchicago #Bible #BibleStudy #versebyverse #sermon #sermons #sermononline #bookofrevelation #bookofrevelations #revelation #revelations #newtestament #scripture #verses #lessons #church #chicago #livechurch #churchlive #chicagochurch #chicagochurches #prophecy #prophetic #jesus #jesuschrist

Brother Nick comes to the end of the book of Revelation and looks at Heaven and the holy city of God. The only way to enter Heaven is by knowing Jesus, God's Son, and only if your name is written in the Lamb's book of life.

Unlock the mysteries of Revelation with Dr. Donald Perkins in "Understanding the Book of Revelation Series." This comprehensive 24-DVD collection presents a detailed verse-by-verse analysis of all 22 chapters, as originally broadcast on "Your Future in Bible Prophecy." Enhance your understanding of the end times, the letters to the seven churches, the vision of Jesus, the heavenly throne, the seven seals, and much more. Check out the FULL series here! https://www.swrc.com/product/understanding-the-book-of-revelation-series/

Revelation 6 begins the first set of "7's" that are found in the book of Revelation: the 7 seals, the 7 trumpets, the 7 signs, and the seven bowls. Each set of "7's" ends with the Day of the Lord. But what is "the Day of the Lord"? And what will happen when it comes? Who are the four horsemen, and what do they have to tell us about the world we live in today? Lastly, who are the "144,000"?If you've ever been curious about any of these questions, or if you've never even thought about them but reading the description of this episode has you curious, then have a listen as we unpack the first 6 seals of Revelation.We're glad you're here! Let's get into it :)

In this episode, we speak deeply about the inheritance of the nations and the reward of God.

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In this episode, we go more in-depth into unmasking Jezebel and the spirit of lawlessness that we ought to combat in our generation.

Brother Nick looks at Revelation chapter 20 and The Great White Throne at the end of the age.

By Scott McKeon - The first four seals are represented by the famous four horsemen of the apocalypse (revelation). The focus of Revelation turns back to earth as the next phases of God's plan are revealed.

Unlock the mysteries of Revelation with Dr. Donald Perkins in "Understanding the Book of Revelation Series." This comprehensive 24-DVD collection presents a detailed verse-by-verse analysis of all 22 chapters, as originally broadcast on "Your Future in Bible Prophecy." Enhance your understanding of the end times, the letters to the seven churches, the vision of Jesus, the heavenly throne, the seven seals, and much more. Check out the FULL series here! https://www.swrc.com/product/understanding-the-book-of-revelation-series/

Revelation 5 is probably one of the better known chapters of the entire book. And for good reason! It's got Lions, Roots, Lambs, Scrolls, and more, and contained in these 14 verses is, what I would argue, the crux of the entire book of Revelation. In other words, if you want to understand the heart of Revelation, you need to understand what's going on in this chapter, and what it means "to conquer".So welcome! We're glad you're here, let's get into it :)

In this episode, we begin teaching about the spirit of Jezebel as mentioned in the book of Revelation.

Brother Nick shares from Revelation 20 about the thousand year reign of Christ.

By Scott McKeon - The letters to the seven churches in Revelation 2 & 3 record Christ's commendations, corrections, and commands to His church. We are encouraged to listen and hear what He has to say to Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.

The letters to the seven churches in Revelation 2 & 3 record Christ's commendations, corrections, and commands to His church. We are encouraged to listen and hear what He has to say to Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.

Unlock the mysteries of Revelation with Dr. Donald Perkins in "Understanding the Book of Revelation Series." This comprehensive 24-DVD collection presents a detailed verse-by-verse analysis of all 22 chapters, as originally broadcast on "Your Future in Bible Prophecy." Enhance your understanding of the end times, the letters to the seven churches, the vision of Jesus, the heavenly throne, the seven seals, and much more. Check out the FULL series here! https://www.swrc.com/product/understanding-the-book-of-revelation-series/

By Scott McKeon - The letters to the seven churches in Revelation 2 & 3 recor Christ's commendations, corrections, and commands to His church. We are encouraged to listen and hear what He has to say to Pergamus, Thyratira and Sardis.

The letters to the seven churches in Revelation 2 & 3 recor Christ's commendations, corrections, and commands to His church. We are encouraged to listen and hear what He has to say to Pergamus, Thyratira and Sardis.