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Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. In this episode, the Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, gives an informative introduction about the Book named the Apocalypse or Book of Revelation. Why did St. John the Apostle write the Book of Revelation? The Book of Revelation was written at a time when Christians were persecuted under Emperor Domitian for not proclaiming the emperors as God. The temptations St. John mentions in the Book of Revelation are prevalent today too. Bible References: Rev. 1 – St. John writes from Patmos while experiencing persecution under Emperor DomitianRev. 1:3 – This is a book of prophecyRev. 1:4 – St. John is the author of the Book of RevelationRev. 1:9 – “I am John”Rev. 11 – During the reign of Nero, St. Peter, and St. Paul were murderedRev. 5, 7, 14 – St. John talks about the Saints and MartyrsRev. 2, 3 – St. John addresses the Churches of Asia (A Bishop writing to his own diocese)Macc. 7 – Story of the mother and 7 sons who gave their life for The Truth despite persecutionMatt. 16:25 or Luke 9:4 – “Whoever wishes to save his life, will lose it…”Rev. 1 – A vision of Jesus in gloryIsa. 41: 13 – Jesus holds the seven stars in his handRev. 17:14 – The helpless conquer the great beastDan. 3 – God sent His angel into the fire to protect rather than put out the fireMatt. 24 and Luke 21 – The Eschatological Discourse of JesusIsa. 35, 60, 66: A Messianic Golden Age Historical References: St. Clement of Rome and St. Justin quote that St. John is the author of the Book of RevelationIrenaeus, a student of Polycarp who was tutored by St. John, agrees with the timeline of the Book of RevelationDuring the time of Domitian, Emperor-worship was prevalent and this caused great tribulation for the ChurchBetween the time of Nero and Domitian, many Christians abandoned their faith and lost fervor, getting involved in idolatry and worldly ways Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/ #voyage

The more we introduce a book, the better it is for understanding its various stages. In this episode, the Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan continues to introduce the Book of Revelation. Why had the sacrifice of Jesus not transformed the world? - A question that lingered in the hearts of the early Christians. This is a perennial question so God gives them a perennial answer; He gives them the same answer that he gives Job at a time of testing. God speaks to His people from the heart of the tempest. St. John says the early Christians and us in the end times: See world history - the mystery of Good and Evil - through God’s point of viewLook at men in power from God’s point of viewLook down at the things on Earth from the perspective of Heaven Through this, St. John tells us that we need to have a spiritual world vision. Though there are many views on how to interpret the Book of Revelation, it remains the most difficult book to interpret in the Bible. Bible References: Job 38:1 - God came to Job in the heart of the tempest and show him His omnipotenceJob 42:2-6 - The omnipotence of God and how we, as humans, have a tendency to interfere with God’s plans. This is what St. John wants to tell us.Matt. 13:31-32 - Parable of the Mustard SeedMatt. 24 and Luke 21 – The final discourse of Jesus: the death of the temple, the city, and the nation Historical References: The Roman empire was the superpower of the day; from here, the disciples had to go to the ends of the Earth.St. John uses exotic images because he was a prisoner on a penal island; he had to get his text past the Roman guards to get it out to the Church. Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

The Book of Revelation is written by the Church to the Church and for the Church as she journeys through history to the wind up of the end times. In this episode, the Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, speaks about how the Church has to get ready for the Parousia; He left the earth as the Lamb of God and returns as the Lion of Judah. As Frances Hogan continues the introduction of the Book of Revelation, we get answers from St. John to questions like: Why does God allow chastisement?Why does the Church have such a hard time in its journey through history?Where is it all going?Is there any meaning to these events?Is Jesus really going to come back? St. John uses his favorite number 7 - a number of perfection and completion - throughout his Gospel and the Book of Revelation; he gives us 7 beatitudes spread across the Book of Revelation.  Bible References: Matt. 25 - The wise and foolish virgins waiting for the bridegroom to returnLuke 12:35-40 - Jesus said his disciples and servants need to be ready when He comesLuke 12:4-5 - Do not be afraid of those who kill the body; only be afraid of the one who can send your soul to hellLuke 12:56 - The Church must obey; we must read the signs of the timesLuke 12:2 - There is nothing concealed that won't be revealedLuke 2: Mother Mary treasured every word that came from GodRev. 1:2-3 - 1st beatitude: Blessed are those who read this prophecy, those who listen to somebody else reading it, and those who treasure itRev. 14:13 - 2nd beatitude: Blessed are the dead who die in the LordRev. 16:15 - 3rd beatitude: Blessed is he who stays awake and keeps his clothes onRev. 19:9 - 4th beatitude: Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding supper of the Lamb; the true words of GodRev. 20:6 - 5th beatitude: Blessed and holy are those who take part in the first resurrection; they will reign with God for a thousand yearsRev. 22:7 - 6th beatitude: Blessed is who keeps the words of the prophecy of this bookRev. 22:14 - Blessed are those who wash their robes clean so they may have the right to the tree of life Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

When a book is properly introduced, we can begin reading it with a level of perspective. Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, continues to introduce the Book of Revelation. In this episode, she introduces the second half of the Book which speaks about the reign of Christ coming to the Earth and he is opposed by a trinity of evil - the beast, the antichrist, and the false prophet; this leads to the downfall of Mammon (world system). This is the battle between Christ and satan to rule the Earth; in the end, we see the victory of the Lamb. In the second half, two women are presented: the glorious woman and the harlot; they represent Heaven and hell respectively. We are given the choice of whether we want Heaven on earth or hell on earth and whether we want Christ as King or satan as King. St. John acts as the terrestrial angel who brings God’s message to the people. The message of repentance is urgent because of the things that are yet to come. God wants us to realize that we are not destined for Earth, we are destined for Heaven. Bible References: Rev. 12 - The struggle of the Church and defeat of the glorious womanRev. 13 - The powers that oppose the glorious womanRev. 14 and 15 - The declaration that the Lamb has wonRev. 16, 17, 18 - Hell on Earth - the final part of the chastisement, the third wave of the tribulation, the fall of the beast, the fall of Mammon; here we meet the harlot.Rev. 19 - Christ returns in glory with the sword of the spirit in his mouthRev. 20 - The glorious reign of Christ for a thousand yearsRev. 21 and 22 - The glorious woman rules the Earth, therefore, bringing Heaven on EarthRev. 1 - A vision of Christ in gloryAmos 3:7 - The Lord doesn’t do anything without telling his prophets firstRev. 2 - The Church is warned to get its affairs in orderRev. 4 and 5 - St. John tells us that the decisions made in heaven govern everything that happens on EarthRev. 6 - “Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” Angels act on God’s will for the earth.Rev. 17:14 - The power of powerlessness Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

This is the unveiling of an apocalypse in which the author and the subject is Jesus, making it the Word of God. Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, dives into Chapter 1 of the Book of Revelation. Jesus shares the treasures of wisdom and knowledge with St. John, His terrestrial angel. Jesus wants the church to be fortified, ready, and prepared; that she will pick up her cross and carry it through death to resurrection just as He did. The Church is the body of Christ and it must be similar to the head, Jesus; so that the whole Christ can be presented to the unbelieving world. It is through trials and tribulations that the Church is purified, kept white, and grows in holiness giving us saints and martyrs. This is God’s Kairos time for intervening in human affairs He wants the Church to know that the future is in the hand of a Redeemer who has paid the highest price for our redemption so, we must trust God beyond reason. Jesus is with us in the Church, He was with us in the incarnation and He is coming in glory. Bible References: Rev. 1:1-3 - Jesus is the subject and author of the bookAmos 3:7 - God never does anything without telling his prophets firstCol. 2:3 - All the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are in JesusMatt. 10:26 - Don’t be afraid… Everything that is hidden will be clear. Fear the one who can take your soul to hellEph. 6: 10-20 - A spiritual warfare wearing the armor of God2 Cor. 10:4 - Weapons of our warfare are not carnalRev. 1:4-8 - From St. John to the 7 seven Churches in Asia with a description of JesusActs 1 - He will return as He went away (in victory, power, and glory)Ps. 23: 4 - Even though I pass through the dark valley, your rod and staff protect mePs. 118:5-8 - With the Lord at my side, I will fear nothing… Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

Jesus is the one who gives us the grace and peace from God. Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan continues to explain Chapter 1 of the Book of Revelation. She begins with St. John’s description of Jesus as a faithful witness. Jesus paid for our redemption with His blood at the price of His precious life and it is incumbent upon us to respond with gratitude so that we can allow the redemption to happen.  With Jesus’ coming, the whole world is going to go into mourning. St. John gives us a solemn warning: if we don’t take our place at God’s table, then He will invite another. We are called to recognize Him before His glorious return. The Lord allows for trials and tribulations because He wants saints and martyrs. St. John explains that suffering is part of our growth and that satan is utterly determined to destroy Jesus’ Church when it is vulnerable. Satan would sow a bad seed among the good seed. The Lord is with and continues to reveal Himself through His angels, messengers, and true teachers. Jesus is present among us and with the church at all times. St. John wants to convey that the grace released on Calvary will trickle down to the generations over a period of time becoming deeper and deeper despite satan’s relentless effort to destroy the Church. Bible References: Rev. 1:5-6 - The faithful witness… He has washed away our sins…John 18:37 - St. John bore witness to who Christ was when He was challenged at the trial for His life.Col. 1:18 - Jesus is the firstborn from the deadDan. 7:27 - The eternal sovereigntyZech. 12:8 - Those who pierced Him, will see Him clearlyIsa. 41:4 and Isa. 44:6 - God is the alpha and the omega; Yahweh SabaothMatt. 13:31-32 - The Parable of the Mustard SeedMatt. 13:24-30 - The sower is Jesus and the enemy is the Devil1 John 2: 18-19 - Several antichrists have appeared; the Judas factor would always be there2 Thess. 2:7- The mystery of inequity was at work from the very beginningMatt. 18 - If two gather in Jesus’ name, He will be present in their midstMatt. 28:20 - Jesus will be with us to the very end.Ezek. 47 - Water flows from the right side of the temple Rev. 19 - Jesus is victorious Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

This is the inaugural vision that sets the drama of this whole book. Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, continues to explain Chapter 1 of the Book of Revelation. Reading from Chapter 1: Verses 9 to 20, Frances Hogan explains how this is a vision of Christ in glory and it sets the perspective for the rest of the book.  St. John, a Jew, writes from a penal colony with the Temple of Jerusalem and all associated with it in mind. He refers to the Old Testament for imagery so that the Jewish people understand the context. God gives the same imagery to St. John as Daniel so that he would recognize the signs and symbols. St. John starts receiving these visions on a Sunday when he was in prayer; he first hears a voice like a trumpet (a sound for warnings.) It is the duty of a priest to blow the trumpet and St. John does exactly that as a priest who is looking out for God’s people. The seven cities mentioned here - Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, Philadelphia, Thyatira, Sardis, Laodicea - are a part of West Asia evangelized by St. Paul and his team. St. John sees seven 7-branched lampstands and a person at the center of it. St. John, the beloved disciple and the one closest to Jesus sees the person similar to Daniel’s vision hundreds of years ago - a vision of Christ in eternal glory! St. John reacts in the same way that Moses, Daniel, and Ezekiel reacted to their visions - fainted in horror, awe, and wonder.  Bible References: John 2:19-22 - Jesus is the new spiritual templeRev. 1:9 - St. John writes from the penal colony of PatmosDan. 8, 9, and 10 - Daniel speaks about the “Son of Man”Dan. 7:9-14 - Same description of Christ that St. John gives in the Book of RevelationJoel 2:1 - A trumpet sound is a warning soundMatt. 28:20 - Go out into the whole world and make disciplesDan. 13 and 10:6 - A vision of the Son of ManExod. 28:4 or Exod. 29:5 - The priests were robed in whiteJohn 19:23 - When Jesus was stripped on Calvary, they found Him in a priestly robe; the long white garment1 Macc. 10:89 - The golden girdle representing His royaltyPs. 104:2 - Wrapped in a robe of light1 John 1:5 - God is lightPs. 139:7 - The Lord us knows everythingDan. 12:3 - Stars represent the people of GodJohn 5: 45 - 46 - Jesus speaks to the leadership of Israel Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

In this episode, we explore Chapter 2 of the Book of Revelation with Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan. We see what Jesus does in his discernment about the health of the church. There is going to be a new era of the Kingdom of God on earth, a time when the “Our Father” will be fulfilled and God’s will take place on earth. The messages to the 7 churches deal with the daily life of that particular church; it deals with the decisions and the consequences that follow. The message comes from Christ and it is delivered to St. John; through him, it is given to the congregation. They all begin with “Thus says the Lord…” and ends with an exhortation. We see that each church is different and receives an individual message; an aspect of Jesus’ vision mentioned in Chapter 1 is reflected in each of the churches (presenting the mystery of Christ to the world) St. Paul urged Ephesus to reach perfection in love; St. Timothy and St. John urged them to do the same. The Blessed Mother was also brought to live here until her Assumption. Despite their leadership in love, this is what Ephesus fails in - love.  The essence of Christianity is love and Jesus who was incarnate love will not support a loveless body. Bible References: Rev. 19:8 - The church has made herself readyJohn 14:1-2 - The Jewish wedding where the bridegroom would go away and then come back to bring his brideEph. 6 - Fight the good fight wearing all the armor of ChristActs 19, 20 - St. Paul, the missionary of loveEph. 3:14-21 - St. Paul’s letter to the Church in Ephesus 1 Tim. 1:3 - St. Timothy was a Bishop to Ephesus Rev. 1:18 - Jesus is the living one and Ephesus is the dead oneMatt. 18:20 - If two gather in Jesus’ name, He will be present in their midstRev. 1:14 - The burning eyes of JesusActs 20:17-28 - St. Paul’s warning to the church in EphesusActs 20:28 - “Be on your guard”Jer. 2:2 - Jeremiah’s lamentation when they lacked love in the Old TestamentHos. 2:14-15 - Lamentation over lost first love1 John 4:7 - God is loveMatt. 24:9-13 - Love is the greatest lawJohn 13:34 - Jesus commanded us to love one anotherJohn 15:9 - Agape loveJer. 2:13, Hos. 2:15, Jg. 8:34 - When people forget God, they fall into immorality and idolatry2 Cor. 11:14-15 - False prophetsJohn 16:33 - “I have overcome the world”  Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

We continue to reflect on the messages to the churches in this episode with Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan. We see God speaking to the church in Smyrna through St. John. In modern times, this is Izmer in Turkey.  This is a church that is in good shape and Jesus is telling the church that it is going to face persecution and martyrdom. The city was founded, destroyed, and rebuilt; Jesus identifies the city as the one who has died and risen again; they are materially poor but spiritually rich.  The true source of anything that tries to destroy the church is satan. Whoever chooses darkness and hate becomes an instrument of satan. The church is told to expect a 10-day trial to see if they are heaven-worthy and can be given the Stephanos. So, what are we to do in the face of persecution?  Be faithful until deathBear witness to the one who bore witness before all the world on a cross Jesus won us the crown of glory because he accepted the crown of thorns. Jesus says to the church in Smyrna that they will not have to face the second death if they pass the trials. We all have two births, two deaths, and two resurrections.  Bible References: Rev. 2:8-11 - Message to the church in SmyrnaCol. 3:1-4 - Look to heavenly thingsDan. 3 - The three men in the fiery furnaceLuke 21:12-18 - At the time of persecution, we are to bear witnessActs 7 - St. Stephen, the first martyr of the church, bears witness to the SanhedrinActs 24 - St. Paul bears witness to a very hostile Jew and Gentile audiencePhil. 3 - St.Paul is running for the prize for which Christ called himRev. 2:11 - If you are capable of listening, listenRev. 2:12-17 - The message to the church in Pergamum Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

Irish Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, reads the message Jesus give to the church in Pergamum - an important power base for religion and politics. This was a place with many temples, including one for the emperor and one for the snake god; there was a medical school attached to the temple of the snake god where they claimed many false miracles. This was where satan was enthroned and the seat of the Roman government in the area. The challenge for this church is that they have to be faithful. Throughout this apocalypse, we will see that God’s power is greater than any other power. We will also see that God’s rights are much greater than Caesar’s. St. Paul reminds us time and again that we cannot allow satan a foothold in any way in our lives because if we do, destruction will follow. Satan knows exactly how to bring the people of God down. If we are to receive the Stephanos, we have to be like the one we worship. Repentance is what is required for the church in Pergamum; you can’t have immorality and hope to see God. The sacrificial part of Jesus’ life is over and the ruling part takes over. Instead of hell’s food, Jesus feeds us with Himself - “He is our Manna.” Here the white stone is offered to you and you are ready to enter the Kingdom of God. Bible References: Rev. 2:12-17 - The message to the church in Pergamum Heb. 4:12 - The description of Jesus - a double-edged sword that cuts through everything Rev. 17:14 - Romans don’t realize that they are trying to destroy the King of Kings Rev. 11 - Jesus will destroy the destroyers of the earth Rev. 1:5 - Jesus is the faithful one Num. 25 - People of God travel through the wilderness and reach Moab. Balak tried to get the people cursed. Lev. 19:2 - “You shall be holy, for I am holy” 1 John 5:21 - “Be on your guard against false Gods” 1 Cor. 10:19-22 - St. Paul warns the Christians against going to the Pagan temples Matt. 5:8 - Only the pure in heart will see God Amos 1:2 - “When the Lion roars, who will not help to feel afraid.” John 6 - “He is our Manna” Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan, reads through the message to the church in Thyatira from the Book of Revelation Chapter 2 Verse 18 onwards. This was a city without emperor worship but there were temples to Apollo and Artemis. Jesus comes to Thyatira as the Son of God with eyes like blazing fire and feet like burnished bronze; He sees and judges everything in truth. Thyatira passed all the tests - charity, faith, devotion, constancy, and suffering but they also had temples to Apollo and Artemis which meant there were secret sins of idolatry and immorality. If they want to escape judgment, they have to face their secret.  The Lord has given us the tribunal of mercy - the Sacrament of Reconciliation. It’s the only tribunal where the sinner confesses and receives Divine Mercy. If we don’t go to the tribunal of mercy, we have to go to the tribunal of justice. In this church, we see a false woman prophet by the name Jezebel who draws the people to idolatry and sin. She has refused any correction from the shepherds of the church; this means that she will face trials and difficulties to bring her around to God. Jesus says that faithful believers have the wisdom to keep away from “satan’s secrets”.  The spiritual authority of a saint is more permanent than any worldlings; it is passive and lasts for generations to come. When Jesus says that He will rule with an iron scepter, He means that it is for eternity. They will receive the Morning Star (Jesus) in their hearts. Bible References: Is. 62:6 and Is 65:15 - The people of God will receive a new nameRev. 2:18-29 - Message to the church in Thyatira Act 16 - Lydia, Paul’s convert, was from ThyatiraRev. 1:14-15: Jesus comes as the Son of GodEzek. 8:2 - The Lord brought the prophet into the temple to see the secret sins2 Thess. 2:7- The mystery of inequity was at work1 Ki. 16 and 2 Ki, 9 - Jezebel, the infamous wife of King AhabMatt. 28:20 - I will be with you even to the very endPs. 139 - The Lord knows everythingPs. 2:8-9 - Dominion has been given to the MessiahDan. 7:27 - Sovereignty is given to the people of GodPs. 49:11 - Worldly possessions mean nothing2 Pet. 1:19 - Morning star rises in our hearts Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

In this episode, Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan dives into Chapter 3 of the Book of Revelation; here we see the message to the church of Sardis. The city was wealthy and the people here only wanted to enjoy life - it was lazy and easy-going and they felt very secure. There are serious consequences to the way they live and the decisions they make. Sardis’ wealth is their problem and there are grave dangers in making the self rich. Sardis does not obey God with regard to its wealth and in caring for the poor. Jesus comes to them holding the seven spirits of God in his hands; these are the seven angels. Faith burning with love is the way Christians become the Menorah in the presence of God; if we are not living this way, then we have to face the judgment of God. The church in Sardis was not persecuted because it was too lazy to live the Christian life; it was too worldly as a result of its wealth. If they continue like this, the Lord will come like “a thief in the night” when they have no guards on duty and there is nobody to warn the city. We are also told that there is a small remnant in Sardis who have not sullied their baptismal robe, they will be given a white robe to enter into the Kingdom of God. Bible References: Rev. 3:1-6 - Message to the church in SardisLuke 12:13-21 - The grave danger of making the self richLuke 12: 22-32 - Trust God who looks after His creationLuke 12: 33-34 - Sell your possessions and give almsJm. 4:13-17 - A warning to the richEzk. 37 - Valley of the dry bones2 Tim. 3:1-5 - Description of the spiritually dead churchRom. 13:11-14 - A message for anyone facing the judgmentJm. 2:17 - Faith if not accompanied by action is dead1 Cor. 16:13 - Stand firm in the faithMatt. 24:37 - Our time is going to be like the time of NoahMatt. 22:42-44 - A thief in the nightHeb. 12:14 - Nothing unholy can enter the presence of God2 Cor. 6:14-7:1 - St. Paul’s message to come out of the sinful situation to enter heavenLv. 19:2 - You shall be holy because I am holyIs.35:8-10 - Only the redeemed can enter Heaven Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan explains the message sent to the church in Philadelphia - a faithful witness of God. Jesus says that He is the one who holds the key of David; He is the king and what He says is going to happen. Though the church in Philadelphia is small and appears to be helpless, they are not helpless spiritually. The church in Philadelphia reflects what the Lord wants; God says that he is going to open a door of mission for them. This also means that He has prepared the hearts of the people they go to - He prepares the missionaries and the field that is to be harvested. Though the door of the synagogue is closed for the church in Philadelphia, the doors of heaven are opened. The people of the world will acknowledge that they are people of God, chosen by Him to do His work. We also see a warning in the message: if we reject the grace of the covenant of Jesus, if we forgo our place at Jesus’ table, there are thousands of others who will take our place. The Lord has said that carrying the cross and bearing suffering is part of our mission; this is true for the church in Philadelphia for whom God has opened the doors of mission. They are told about the three waves of tribulation and they are called to carry the cross. For the joy of the new era, let us endure the tribulation so that we can go to the Lord as a bride with her dazzling white robes. Jesus tells His church: I am coming soon. Bible References: Rev. 3:7-13 - Message to the church in PhiladelphiaLv. 19:2 - You shall be holy because I am holyIs. 12:6 or Is. 40:25 - The Holy One of IsraelIs. 22:22 - The holder of the key of DavidJohn 3:35 - The Father loves the Son and has placed everything in His hands2 Cor. 12:9 - My power works best in weaknessIs. 45:14 - Gentiles will bow before the JewsLuke 14:15-24 - Parable of the great supperMatt. 16:24-27 - Redemption through sufferingHeb. 12:1-4 - Jesus, a model for carrying the crossAmos 3:7 - God never does anything without telling his people first1 Cor. 9:24-27 - Eyes on the prize Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan continues to explain the message to the church in Philadelphia. Jesus said to them that they would become pillars in the sanctuary of God and acknowledge them in the presence of His Father. He says that they will have the name of God registered on their forehead; they will become citizens of the new Jerusalem. This is the mark of God. We are given this invisible mark of God in Baptism and confirmed at the Sacrament of Confirmation but, if we sully our baptismal robes then we are in danger of the mark not being recognized at all. If we discard the baptismal robes, then we will be forced to take the mark of the beast. Here we also see the worldly church of Laodicea - the exact opposite of Philadelphia. The city was wealthy, it had a large Jewish population and temples to pagan gods and emperor worship. Jesus comes to them as the “Amen”, the Fiat of God, the One who says yes to everything in God’s will; He comes to challenge the church of Laodicea where idolatry, emperor worship, and everybody else’s will takes precedence. The church was lukewarm like the tepid water that flowed into the city. The message to this church is that they must find the truth and Jesus is the truth! Bible References: Rev. 3:12 - The pillars will standJer. 1:18 - He would be a pillar to stand up against those in authorityGal. 2:9 - St. Paul refers to other apostles as the pillars of the church1 Tim. 3:15 - Church is the pillar of truthRev. 3:6 - Message to SardisMatt. 10:32 - Declare the name of the Lord and He will stand by youIs. 65:15 - “My servants will be given a new name…”Rev. 3:14-22 - Message to the church in Laodicea Col. 4: 12-17 - St. Paul’s mention of Laodicea 2 Cor. 1:20-21 - St. Paul’s mention of “The Amen”John 14:6 - “I am the way…”Rom. 12:11 - “Never be lacking in zeal…” Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

In this episode, Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan continues to explore the message to the church in Laodicea. The Lord said that he could not tolerate the church being lukewarm and that He would “spit” it out like tepid water. The city of Laodicea is wealthy and they are worldly, accepting everything but the will of God. Jesus says to them: “You are wretchedly and pitiably poor.” This means that they are spiritually poor; they are blind and do not see or acknowledge their problems. He also says that they are naked which means they are lacking in grace. They are grounded in the world and don’t even have a foot in the Kingdom of God. The Lord wants to give them healing in their eyes and the robes of grace because He loves them despite their actions. He tells them that it is time to turn around and fix their eyes on Heaven. The Lord waits for us to open our hearts to Him; He is always calling His people. God gives His mercy to the very last second to those who truly repent. His mercy is beyond comprehension, His love is incomparable; it's inexplicable, it's eternal, it's infinite. Everybody is invited to share in His banquet but it is up to us to accept the invitation and come to the table. Bible References: Rev. 3:14-22 - Message to the church in LaodiceaPs. 49 - Even though you will own plenty, you will be herded into SheolRev. 3:18 - “You need to get gold from me”Heb. 12:5-6 - The Lord corrects those He loves and punishes those who He calls sonsRev. 3:20 - “I am standing at the door knocking”Luke 22:29 - “I confer upon you a kingdom…”1 John 4:7 - God is lovePs. 145:17 - God can only ever act out of loveJohn 16:33 - “Take heart, I have overcome the world”John 15:5 - “Without Me, you can do nothing”Phil. 4:13 - “I can do all things, in Christ who gives me strength.” Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

In Chapter 4 of the Book of Revelation, we explore God’s Throne in Heaven. Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan continues to explain St. John’s message to the people of the end times. We are told that the only way we can see reality is through God’s perspective - we are called to put our eternal destiny before our security now. St. John takes us to the “Palace” in Heaven and shows us that God receives representation from the whole world. God’s throne is the power center of the universe so whatever is happening on earth does not matter until God permits it. It is our destiny to be with the Lord in eternal glory as He reigns as the King of the Universe. It is only in the presence of God that anything on earth makes sense. The Book of Revelation is about opening everything up for humankind; it is a revelation of what is to come for those who obey and heed the words of the King of the universe. Time and again, we are shown that the head and the mystical body have to be in perfect sync. Trials and tribulations are sure to come when the Lord is calling His bride to be with Him in His Kingdom. Our God is a person and not a thing; He is a spiritual person Who has been communicating with His creation. St. John describes God, using precious stones, in terms of beauty, order, light… Jasper or Diamond represents the holiness of God, Carnelian or Ruby represents the justice of God… God reveals Himself as a holy and just God. He always comes in mercy first showing us His love, beauty, compassion, and forgiveness. If we won't take that and repent, then we face the Holy and Just God Bible References: Rev. 4:1-11 - The Sovereignty of GodJohn 14 - Many rooms in my Father’s houseRev. 11:9 - The Sanctuary of God is openedRev. 15.1 - Heaven is openedRev. 16 - A voice from the SanctuaryRev. 19 - A sound of a great crowd in HeavenRev. 19.11 - A white horse comes from the throne in HeavenRev. 20 - An angel comes down from HeavenRev. 21 - A New Jerusalem comes down from HeavenRev. 22 - The river of life and the tree of lifePs. 115 - Our God is no thingEzk. 1 - The fire of love Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan continues reflecting on Chapter 4 of the Book of Revelation in this episode. Through St. John, God is revealing Himself as the infinitely just and holy one. The Emerald is particularly emphasized here; it represents the tribe of Judah from which Jesus came. This could mean that a person from the tribe of Judah is going to reveal their true nature.  When combining the precious stones, Diamond and Ruby, we get the color of fire; fire is how Ezekiel describes God. God is the fire of love! Around the throne of God in Heaven, there is a rainbow that represents His mercy. He is surrounded by 24 elders in white robes and golden crowns. While there are many commentaries on who the 24 are, Frances Hogan concludes that the best suggestion is that they are the 24 classes of priesthood - a role of service. The seven burning lamps signify the 7 powerful angels of God who ensure God’s will on earth. The sea made of glass leads up to the sanctuary. We are also told that were 4 animals present among the 24 elders; the first one was like a lion, the second one was like a bull/ox, the third one had a human face and the fourth one was like a flying eagle. They had 6 wings and eyes all around and day and night they never stopped worshipping the Lord - these may be seen as the people of God. Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God, Almighty! Bible References: Rev.4:2-4 - A just and holy God1 Pet. 4:7 - A warning about the end timesEzk. 1:4 - The color of “fire”Dan. 7:9-10 - God is described as fireGen.9:12-17 - Rainbow: A symbol of God’s mercyLuke 22:28 - 30 - The apostles would sit on thrones and judge the 12 tribes of IsraelRev. 4:5 - The seven spirits of GodPs. 18:7-14 - The Lord communicates using naturePs. 29:1-11 - The Lord makes sure that His voice is heardRev. 4:6 - The sea made of glassEx. 24:10 - The elders in the presence of GodIs. 6:1-5 - An extraordinary vision of God Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

The 24 elders worship the one who lives forever and ever! Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan continues to explain the eternal worship of God as explained in Chapter 4 of the Book of Revelation by St. John. The elders throw their crown before Jesus because it came from Him and He paid for everything on the cross.  In Chapter 4, we saw the worship of God the Creator and in Chapter 5 of the Book of Revelation, we see the worship of God the Redeemer. The Lamb with the wounds of the sacrifice is the only one who is worthy of the scroll from the one on the throne. The scroll comes from God the Father who holds the future of His creation. He gives the scroll to the one who is worthy and paid the price for our salvation, Jesus Christ. Jesus loves His Father and will see the will of the Father to fruition so that the His creation can back to Father. The elders tell the congregation that Jesus, the Lion of the tribe of Judah and the Root of David, has triumphed over death, sin, shame, and everything! He will take the Kingship and He is the Messiah! The King of the Jews has triumphed! The seven horns on the sacrificial lamb represent the fullness of power and the seven eyes represent His omniscience. The Lamb crosses the sea of glass and arrives at the sanctuary; when He arrives at the throne, He receives the scroll from the Father. When Jesus receives the messages, the elders bow down before Him. Jesus is being worshipped as God with God sitting on the throne; St. John is making sure that the church understands that Jesus is divine. Bible References: Rev. 4:9-11 - The eternal worship of GodJohn 15:5 - Without Me, you can do nothingPhil. 4:13 - I can do all things in Christ who strengthens meJohn 5:23 - The Son would be honored in the same way as the FatherRev. 5:1-5 - The scroll is given to Jesus because He is the only One who is worthyIs. 20:11 - The word of God was considered a sealed bookJohn 14:31 - “I want the world to know that I love God the Father…”Rom. 8:19 - True sons of God will enable Him to restore creationIs. 11 - He must come from the House of JesseGen. 49 - Until He comes to whom it belongsJohn 16:33 - “Take heart, I have overcome the world”1 John 5 - We overcome through our faith in Jesus Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

The future of the world is handed to the Lamb who was sacrificed. Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan continues to explain Chapter 5 of the Book of Revelation where Jesus is given the scroll that contains the future of God’s creation. The Lamb that was sacrificed is an image of Jesus that is both priest and victim; it is symbolic of His worthiness and Kingship. A new song is sung to adore the Redeemer; the first song to God the Son. Jesus was the Lamb, a victim of sacrifice, and now He is the Lion, a symbol of majesty, strength, leadership, and judgment. St. John reminds us 29 times that Jesus, the Lion, is the same slain and triumphant Lamb that gave His life for us. We find that the Lamb is adored, we’re told that He bought us with His own blood, the earthly Kings will run in fear from the anger of the Lamb, He is the Savior, Leader, Shepherd, He is judge, He stands triumphantly over Zion, He is victorious in His warring with the human race, He is the temple and He is the One who shares God’s throne with us. Jesus is coming to collect His people from the powers of darkness. St. John wants us to see that in the chastisements which are coming, we are governed by the One who was slain for our transgressions; nothing will stop Him from saving us. St. John shows that Jesus is continually worshipped in Heaven by thousands upon thousands. Bible References: Rev. 5:6-8 - The future of the world is handed to the LambJohn 3:35 - The Father places everything in His Son’s handsJohn 17 - The Father places everything in Jesus’ handCol. 2:2 - Full riches of complete understandingSir. 47:25 - Jesus is the root of DavidJohn 1:29 - The Passover LambPs. 33:3 - Sing to the Lord a new songPs. 96:1-2 - Sing to the Lord, all the earthMatt. 19:28 - Sharing the throne of GodRev. 5:11-13: The worship of the LambJohn 5:23 - The Son would be honored in the same way as the FatherPs. 22:25-31 - The suffering, death, and the prophecyPhil. 2:6-11 - The story of the slain LambPs. 150 - Standing ovation of the human race Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/

Irish Scripture Scholar Frances Hogan gives us an overview of the text in Chapters 4 and 5 of the Book of Revelation. She explains the symbols and imagery used by St. John in these chapters. In Chapter 4, we explored the worship of God the Father in eternity, and in Chapter 5, we saw the worship of Jesus, the Redeemer. There is a massive connection between the events here and the events in the Book of Exodus. We see that God worked many miracles to release His chosen people from Egypt and bring them into the wilderness where He would train them to become His people. Here they signed the covenant with God which was ratified by Moses.  Moses was given sight of the worship in Heaven to build a tabernacle on earth; this is the pattern that is always followed to build churches - the tabernacle, the sanctuary, and the nave. In Chapter 4 of the Book of Revelation, we the liturgy in Heaven which is reflected on earth as Holy Mass. St. John was given the vision of the Book of Revelation on a Sunday, the Lord’s day. On a Sunday, we go through the Book of Revelation at Holy Mass:  Chapter 1: We enter the presence of God on a Sunday Chapters 2 and 3: The Word of God is preached by the priest to the church Chapter 4: We have the Sanctus, the intercession, and the consecration  Chapter 5: The Lamb comes to the Altar and we have the adoration of the priests and the congregation The more we go into adoration of the Lamb, the more powerful it is! The Kingdom of God will come as it is in Heaven. This message is given from the church to the church for the church and it's all about the church. Bible References: Heb. 8:5 - According to the pattern shown at the mountain Scripture Scholar, Frances Hogan, takes you to the world of the Apocalypse of John shown to us in the Book of Revelation written from the Greek island of Patmos. Through this podcast, we will try to understand the Book of Revelation through St. John’s warnings, the punishment that awaits, and the consolation the Lord offers to the faithful. Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/ Shalom World: https://www.shalomworld.org Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/