The message of John’s Apocalypse is complex and simple: Complex because it uses figurative language, which is capable of multiple interpretations. Simple because one person dominates throughout. The key to understanding Revelation is Jesus Christ. If we see him clearly, we will interpret it correctly. In chapter 1, as a prologue to the whole book, John presents us with an outline of the Christian faith. Revelation (Verses 1–3) Over the years, I have accumulated many volumes of systematic theology (and even read some of them). Usually, they begin with a section on the sources of Christian faith: the Bible, tradition, … Continue reading An Outline of the Christian Faith, Part 1: Revelation (Revelation 1:1–3)