2. Introduction to the Revelation (1:1-3) Grace & Peace from God to the 7 Churches (1:4-6) Grace & peace from the Triune God. Christ is listed third and His work expanded upon. The faithful witness Firstborn of the dead Ruler of the kings of the earth Doxology – praise to Jesus Christ for His love and work on our behalf. The Theme of the Book (1:7-8)

3. Christ’s Command to Write (1:9-11) A Vision of the Glorious Christ (1:12-16) One like a Son of Man (cf. Dan 7:13-14; Matthew 24:30) Robe reaching to the feet and girded with a golden sash (cf. Rev 15:6) Head and hair white like white wool, like snow (cf. Dan 7:9) Eyes like a flame of fire (penetrating vision to see all things cf. 2:18) Feet like burnished bronze made to glow in a furnace (cf. Rev. 2:18) Voice like the sound of many waters (cf. Ezek 43:2) Holding in His right hand 7 stars (Sovereignty and protection) From His mouth comes a sharp, two-edged sword (cf. Rev. 2:12, 16) Appearance like the sun shining in its strength (Matt. 17:2) JUDGEJUDGE

4. John’s reaction (v. 17a) Christ’s encouragement and command (vv. 17b-19) Explanation of the seven stars and seven lampstands (v. 20)