Module 9

Question 1

What is the main purpose of the Book of Revelation?

Answer 1

To reveal the future and messages from Jesus Christ to His servants

It is the final book of the Bible, providing prophecy and blessings for those who read and keep it.

Question 2

Who were the seven churches addressed in the Book of Revelation?

Answer 2

Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea

Each church represents a character flaw that Jesus wanted to correct.

Question 3

What does ‘Alpha and Omega’ signify?

Answer 3

The beginning and the end

This title is used to describe God in Revelation.

Question 4

What vision did John have when he turned around on Patmos?

Answer 4

He saw seven golden lampstands and Jesus among them

Jesus was described wearing a long robe with a golden sash and having a face that shone like the sun.

Question 5

What message did Jesus give to the church in Ephesus?

Answer 5

To repent for not having the same love as at the beginning

Jesus warned that He would remove their lampstand if they did not repent.

Question 6

What encouragement did Jesus give to the church in Smyrna?

Answer 6

To remain faithful even in the face of imprisonment and death

They would receive a place in heaven for their faithfulness.

Question 7

What was the issue with the church in Pergamum?

Answer 7

They were putting a stumbling block before the Jews by compromising their beliefs

This included eating food sacrificed to idols and engaging in sexual immorality.

Question 8

What warning did Jesus give to the church in Thyatira?

Answer 8

He would judge those participating in sexual sin and idolatry unless they repented

This included a woman named Jezebel who led the church astray.

Question 9

What did Jesus say about the church in Sardis?

Answer 9

It had a reputation of being alive but was actually dead

Jesus urged them to wake up or face judgment.

Question 10

What promise did Jesus make to the church in Philadelphia?

Answer 10

They would not face the coming trials due to their patience and endurance

Jesus acknowledged their works and the open door before them.

Question 11

What did Jesus say to the church in Laodicea?

Answer 11

He wished they were either hot or cold rather than lukewarm

He warned that He would spit them out for their spiritual bankruptcy.

Question 12

What was seen in the vision of the throne in heaven?

Answer 12

One seated on the throne with twenty-four elders and four living creatures

The creatures proclaimed God’s holiness, and the scene included seven torches representing the seven spirits of God.

Question 13

What happened when the Lamb opened the first seal?

Answer 13

A rider on a white horse appeared, signifying conquest

This was followed by other riders representing war, famine, and death.

Question 14

What did the fifth seal reveal?

Answer 14

Souls of martyrs crying out for justice

They were given white robes and told to rest until their fellow martyrs joined them.

Question 15

What significant event occurred when the seventh seal was opened?

Answer 15

Silence in heaven and the preparation of seven angels with trumpets

An angel also brought a golden censer filled with incense representing the prayers of the saints.

Question 16

What was the effect of the first trumpet?

Answer 16

A third of the earth was burned

This marked the beginning of great destruction on the earth.

Question 17

What did the angel with the little scroll instruct John to do?

Answer 17

To take and eat the scroll

This scroll contained messages that were to be prophesied again.

Question 18

What was the fate of the two witnesses?

Answer 18

They would be killed by a beast but raised to life after three and a half days

Their resurrection would cause a great earthquake and many would glorify God.

Question 19

What announcement was made at the final trumpet?

Answer 19

The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of God and Jesus Christ

This marked the beginning of judgment for the dead and the rewarding of God’s servants.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The seven churches in Asia represent _______.

Answer 20

[character flaws that Jesus wanted to correct]

Question 21

True or False: The Book of Revelation was written by John while he was on the island of Patmos.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

Fill in the blank: Jesus told the church in Laodicea to obtain their wealth from _______.

Answer 22

[Him]

Question 23

What did John have a vision of that could only be opened by Jesus?

Answer 23

Seven seals on a scroll

This signifies the authority of Jesus in revealing divine truths and events.

Question 24

What happened each time the seven angels blew a trumpet?

Answer 24

Something different occurred

Each trumpet signal represented a different judgment or event in the apocalyptic narrative.

Question 25

What became of the kingdom of the world when the final trumpet sounded?

Answer 25

It became the kingdom of God ## Footnote This marks the transition of earthly authority to divine rule.

Question 26

What warning did Jesus give to the church in Sardis?

Answer 26

They needed to wake up or be judged ## Footnote This indicates the importance of genuine faith over mere ritual.

Question 27

What was the fault of the church in Laodicea?

Answer 27

They had a lukewarm faith ## Footnote This reflects a lack of passion and commitment to the gospel.

Question 28

What were the members of the Laodicean church experiencing that contributed to their lukewarm faith?

Answer 28

Comfort and safety ## Footnote This often leads to complacency in spiritual matters.

Question 29

What was the rebuke for the church that had lost its initial love?

Answer 29

They did not have the same love as they had when they started ## Footnote This highlights the need for continual growth in love and devotion.

Question 30

What was the message for the church that had maintained its faithfulness?

Answer 30

There was no rebuke for them ## Footnote This indicates commendation for their steadfastness.

Question 31

What doctrine were some churches following that Jesus rebuked?

Answer 31

The doctrine of compromise/worldly living promoted by the Nicolaitans ## Footnote This reflects the dangers of blending faith with secular values.

Question 32

What was the condition of the church that tolerated Jezebel?

Answer 32

They were putting up with a woman named Jezebel who was wicked and encouraged them to sin ## Footnote This illustrates the issue of allowing moral compromise within the church.

Question 33

What was the reputation of the church that had works that were lukewarm?

Answer 33

They had a reputation for being alive, but they were not ## Footnote This shows the disparity between perceived vitality and actual spiritual condition.

Question 34

What happened when the first seal was opened?

Answer 34

A conqueror with a bow and a crown rode forth on a white horse ## Footnote This symbolizes conquest and victory.

Question 35

What was the consequence of the second seal being opened?

Answer 35

A rider with a sword rode out on a red horse to take peace from the people ## Footnote This represents war and conflict.

Question 36

What did the third seal reveal?

Answer 36

A rider with a pair of scales rode forth on a black horse ## Footnote This indicates famine and scarcity.

Question 37

What was the outcome of the fourth seal?

Answer 37

Death rode out on a pale horse, and hell followed ## Footnote This signifies widespread death and destruction.

Question 38

What was seen when the fifth seal was opened?

Answer 38

An altar appeared, surrounded by the martyrs ## Footnote This highlights the sacrifice and suffering of those who remained faithful.

Question 39

What occurred during the sixth seal?

Answer 39

A great earthquake happened, and the sun turned black as the day of wrath came ## Footnote This signifies cataclysmic events associated with divine judgment.

Question 40

What was given to seven angels after the seventh seal was opened?

Answer 40

Seven trumpets ## Footnote This indicates the unfolding of further judgments and events.

Question 41

What happened when the first trumpet was blown?

Answer 41

A third of the earth was burned ## Footnote This represents severe destruction affecting the natural world.

Question 42

What was the effect of the second trumpet?

Answer 42

A third of the sea turned to blood, and a third of the sea creatures died ## Footnote This reflects catastrophic environmental impact.

Question 43

What result followed the third trumpet?

Answer 43

A star fell, turning a third of the water into wormwood and poisoning those who drank it ## Footnote This symbolizes toxic contamination of resources.

Question 44

What occurred with the fourth trumpet?

Answer 44

A third of the sun, moon, and stars darkened ## Footnote This indicates a loss of light and guidance.

Question 45

What did the fifth trumpet unleash?

Answer 45

A star fell, a bottomless pit was opened, smoke blotted out the sun, and locusts came ## Footnote This represents demonic forces unleashed upon the earth.

Question 46

What was the consequence of the sixth trumpet?

Answer 46

Four angels were released and a third of mankind was killed, followed by another third ## Footnote This signifies massive loss of life due to divine judgment.

Question 47

What was announced with the seventh trumpet?

Answer 47

The kingdom of the world had become the kingdom of God and Jesus ## Footnote This marks the culmination of God's reign over creation.