21 | Follow the Lamb - Revelation Part 1

“Revelation is not only one of the finest literary works in the
New Testament, but also one of the greatest theological
achievements of early Christianity.” So says New Testament
Scholar Richard Bauckham, and yet few of us experience it that
way. In this episode, Blaine and Anthony begin a conversation on
the literary and theological marvel that is Revelation, drawing
on diverse scholarship to frame its historical and prophetic
situation. The thesis of this episode is simple: Revelation is a
discipleship manual. It orients the people of God to their
situation, and it tells them how they should live in view of
Christ’s reality.





Where to ConnectMount Vigil has come to an
end but you can still connect with Anthony and Blaine at their
respective blogs:


Anthony - Sun Tongue

Blaine - The Paradise King



Sources


We know from experience Revelation is challenging. For all those
of you who are looking to grasp the message and the blessing of
the Bible’s capstone book, here are a few recommended resource:



For a wonderful introduction, check out:
The Bible Project’s Two-Part Overview


Part One

Part Two




For a good book on the whole of revelation:


Michael Gorman Reading Revelation Responsibly

Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett Revelation for the Rest of Us




For a more scholarly take:


Richard Bauckham The Theology of the Book of Revelation

Richard Baukham The Climax of Prophecy




For a book on key elements and Old Testament
allusions:


Brandon Smith The Trinity in the Book of Revelation

Tremper Longman III Revelation Through Old Testament Eyes