Revelation (Adults)

Chapter 15

Lesson written by David Riggs and Murray Wade

[Please read the background information, chapter, and answer the questions.]

SOME BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Another sign is introduced--seven angels having the seven last plagues. These are the last judgments God brought upon the wicked of that day. First, however, we have a brief interlude as the redeemed sing praise to God. The sea of glass was introduced in the throne scene in Revelation 4:6. Those who had obtained victory over the beast are before the throne of God (the same as in Revelation 7:9-17 and 14:1-5). The sea of glass "mingled with fire" perhaps symbolized the fire of God's judgment on the beast or the persecutions by which the saints were purified. The victorious sing the song of Moses and the song of the Lamb. When Israel stood on the banks of the Red Sea and saw Pharaoh and all his army drowned, Moses sang a song of victory (Exodus 15). Likewise, the victorious saints, when standing on the sea of glass, sing a song of exaltation and praise to God for His works, justice, and holiness. Much of the language given in the praise is parallel to expressions found in the Psalms (Compare Psalm 89:9; 111:2; 139:14; 145:17). Much comfort and joy was brought to the suffering saints on earth when they beheld this glorious and triumphant scene.

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR REVELATION 15

1. Where is the sign of verse 1 taking place?

2. Plagues are mentioned in verse 1, 6, and 8. What does the word “plague” tell us about Revelation chapter 15?

3. What beast is mentioned in verse 2? Is it the beast of the sea, the beast of the land, or another beast?

4. For those who have victory over the beast, three specific things are mentioned that they overcame. Please list these three things.

5. What did Moses and the Israelites overcome when Moses sang his song in Exodus 15? How was their victory over the bondage of the nation of Egypt accomplished?

6. Please list at least one thing that is special to you from the song of verses 3-4.

7. What in Heaven is opened in verse 5?

8. Describe what came out of the temple.

9. What is similar between verse 6 and Revelation 1:13?

10. What was given to the seven angels?