Understanding Prophecy Is Not Predictive

John Revelation refers to itself as a prophecy five times. Revelation characterizes the work of John, the author, as a prophet four times. So this isn't buried in here. It's kind of shouting, hey, this is a work of prophecy with apocalyptic elements. And then you look at how this has been used as a weapon in the improper ways and an improper understanding or whatever.

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Mike and Tim explore the importance of understanding the genre clues in the Book of Revelation, discussing how recognizing it as an apocalypse, a prophecy, and a pastoral letter reshapes our interpretation. They also confront systemic misogyny in the church, reflecting on recent events involving prominent female leaders and the need to address gender inequality.

Key Takeaways:

Confronting Misogyny in the Church – Discussing recent events highlighting systemic issues with gender inequality and the importance of advocating for change.
Genre Clues in Revelation – Understanding how acknowledging Revelation's apocalyptic, prophetic, and epistolary genres guides proper interpretation.
Prophecy as a Call to Faithfulness – Reframing biblical prophecy from predicting the future to encouraging present faithfulness among God's people.
Importance of Old Testament Context – Emphasizing how familiarity with Old Testament imagery and themes is crucial for decoding Revelation's symbolism.
Interpreting Revelation Responsibly – Encouraging readers to consider the original audience and cultural context to avoid modern misinterpretations.

Resources Mentioned:

Beth Allison Barr – Twitter
Kristin Kobes Du Mez
Dr. Lynn Cohick
Northern Seminary
Books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel

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