God Wins
Joel Thurston, Elder
This week we begin a new teaching series through the book of Revelation with an introductory message from Elder Joel Thurston. Rather than approaching Revelation with fear, speculation, or confusion, this message invites us to see the book for what it truly is: the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Written to a suffering and persecuted church, Revelation reminds believers in every generation that God is still working, even when circumstances suggest otherwise. This book is not primarily about predicting timelines or decoding symbols, but about revealing who Jesus is, what He has accomplished, and why His people can remain faithful in the midst of hardship.
As Joel walks through Revelation chapter 1, we are reminded that Christ reigns over history, walks among His churches, and holds authority over life and death. Revelation reframes suffering, anchors hope, and assures us that no matter how dark things may appear, God is sovereign, and God wins.
