This is a sermon preached by the Rev. Jordan Rippy on Sunday, 5/18, the Fifth Sunday in Easter, at St. David's Episcopal Church. In it, Rev. Jordan explores the Book of Revelation, emphasizing its vivid imagery and symbols and debunking common myths. She clarifies that Revelation was a message for ancient Christian communities, encouraging worship, witness, waiting, and hope.
The sermon reflects on themes of mortality, the new heaven and new earth, and God's desire to be with humanity. Rev. Jordan concludes with the assurance that nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.
00:00 Introduction to the Book of Revelation
03:20 Common Misinterpretations and Myths
04:14 The True Message of Revelation
05:23 Reflection on Mortality and Christian Theology
08:10 God's Promise of a New Creation
10:55 Conclusion: Living Toward Resurrection
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