Unveiling Jesus Christ

Unveiling Jesus Christ

by John Cassinat

Season 2

Rev 6:11 [§57] The “Great Apostasy” During the Fifth Seal

This podcast describes the context and meaning of the martyrdom mentioned by John in Revelation 6:11 as part of the fifth seal. John describes the martyrdom of two groups, including those of the ancient church of Jesus Christ, who were killed during the apostolic era and the time period known as the Great Apostasy. He states that these early martyrs will be at rest in the celestial paradise of the post-mortal spirit world until their fellow-servants, those of the latter-days, are likewise martyred. Martyrdom extends beyond the fifth seal and will continue during the sixth and seventh seals right up to the time of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. These topics are the subject of this podcast.

Rev 6:9-10 [§56] Martyrdom During the Fifth Seal

This podcast describes the fifth seal in the Book of Revelation described by John in Revelation 6:9-10. As explained in this video, the fifth seal is called the millennium of martyrdom that began with the birth of Jesus Christ and ended in 1000 AD. The most transcendent event in this period was the atonement of Jesus Christ, but John’s focus was on the martyrdom of saints that began after Christ was crucified. The message of martyrdom is symbolized by John’s vision of an altar in heaven and the souls of the martyrs beneath that altar. This imagery is explained in this podcast. Finally, this podcast also talks about the Great Apostasy when the true church of Jesus Christ was universally lost throughout the world during the period of the fifth seal and continuing for much of the sixth seal. Revelation 6:9: 00:03:48 Revelation 6:10: 00:51:25

Rev 6:7-8 [§55] Sickness and Death in the Fourth Seal [1000 BC-1 AD]

This podcast explains the symbolism and meaning of the fourth seal in Revelation 6:7-8. The fourth seal covers the period from 1000 BC to the birth of Jesus Christ in about 1 AD. This was the time of the pale horse of the apocalypse, which represents the spiritually sick condition of the Israelites during this 1000-year period. Revelation 6:7: 00:01:10 Revelation 6:8: 00:16:53

Rev 6:5-6 [§54] Famines in the Third Seal [2000-1000 BC]

This podcast explains the symbolic images used by John in his vision of the third seal of seven opened in Revelation 6:5-6. In these verses, he sees a black horse and rider, as well as other symbols that represent famines in the third thousand years of the earth’s temporal existence. This coincides in time with the period of the patriarchs, including Abraham, Isaac, Jacob (Israel) and Joseph. There were also famines in the days of the judges in Israel and the three kings of Israel, including Saul, David and Solomon. This great time of famine occurred between approximately 2000 and 1000 BC. Revelation 6:5: 00:01:51 Revelation 6:6: 00:20:09

Rev 6:3-4 [§53] Noah’s Flood in the Second Seal [3000-2000 BC]

This podcast explains the symbolic images used by John in his vision of the second seal of seven opened in Revelation 6:3-4. In these verses he sees a red horse and rider, which represent bloodshed and death in the second thousand years of the earth’s temporal existence. This coincides in time with the period of the great flood in the days of Noah between 3000 and 2000 BC. This podcast also explains the mechanism of the flood by first talking about the creation. The earth was organized through accretion which resulted in a hot molten earth. As the earth cooled rapidly, hot magma began to crystalize to form oceanic crust and continental crust. In the earth’s cooling process, water was expelled to form a shallow ocean on the surface of the crust. Continued cooling beneath the earth’s crust caused additional water to be expelled which formed a subterranean ocean. At the time of the flood, a rupture in the crust allowed the subterranean waters to be expelled to the surface very rapidly. This is described in Genesis 7:11 as the “fountains of the great deep.” The effects of this rupture in the crust are discussed in this podcast. Revelation 6:3: 00:05:26 Revelation 6:4: 00:15:19

[§52] Rev 6:1-2: Enoch’s Conquests in the First Seal [4000-3000 BC]

This podcast explains in detail the meaning of the First Seal identified in Revelation 6:1-2. This seal covers the period of time from approximately 4000 to 3000 BC. This is the first of four historical seals described by the image of a white horse and a rider with a crown and bow who conquers his enemies. The imagery represents the triumphal conquest (both temporally and spiritually) of the prophet Enoch. After a ministry of 365 years, Enoch and his city were translated and taken into heaven. Revelation 6:1: 00:02:17 Revelation 6:2: 00:15:41

Rev 6 [§51] Overview of the Seven Seals

This podcast summarizes and gives an overview of the seven seals described in the Book of Revelation. The seven seals represent the redemptive works of Jesus Christ during the earth’s seven thousand year temporal existence. They are first identified in Revelation 5 and the opening of the seals begins in Revelation six. The first four historical seals are described briefly in Revelation 6 and cover the period from 4000 BC to the birth of Christ. The symbolism of three prophetic seals cover the period from 1 AD to the end of the earth after the millennium and they are also described and summarized in this podcast.

[§50] Rev 5:11-14: Those in All Kingdoms of Glory Praise the Lamb

This podcast explains the symbolism from John’s vision of celestial paradise and beyond in Revelation 5:11-14. In these verses, John beheld the voices of 100 million angels, plus thousands and thousands more who praised Christ for his atonement and the work of his redemption. These 100+ million angels were outside the inner circles of worshipers that included the 24 Elders (exaltation-worthy spirits) and the Four Beasts (representing four classes of creation). The 100+ million angels exist in spirit prison of the postmortal spirit world as of the time of John’s vision of heaven in 96 AD, from all reaches of the universe including all worlds created and redeemed by Christ. These angels proclaim a seven-fold doxology in their praise of Jesus Christ. The Four Beast say “Amen” as an expression of agreement and ratification of worship by the 24 Elders and the 100+ million angels. Revelation 5:11: 00:02:02 Revelation 5:12: 00:37:22 Revelation 5:13: 00:45:41 Revelation 5:14: 00:56:33

[§49] Rev 5:8-10: Saints Worthy of Exaltation Praise the Lamb

This podcast explains the symbols in John’s vision from Revelation 5:8-10. In these verses, John takes the book with seven seals from the hand of God the Father. When he does so, the Four Beasts and 24 Elders immediately prostrate themselves before Christ and worship him as the redeemer. The 24 Elders four and twenty elders also have harps, and golden vials full of odours, which are the prayers of saints. The 24 Elders also sing a new song extolling the virtues of his sacrifice to redeem all of creation from every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation. They once again proclaim how Christ has made them kings and priests that will rule on earth commencing with the millennium. Revelation 5:8: 00:01:46 Revelation 5:9: 00:31:23 Revelation 5:10: 00:55:20

[§48] Rev 5:5-7: The Lamb Prevailed to Open the Book and Loose the Seals

This podcast explains the meaning of the symbols used by John the Revelator from his vision in Revelation 5:5-7. These verses are a continuation of John’s vision of paradise in the postmortal spirit world that began in Revelation 4. In Revelation 5:1-5, John saw a book with seven seals and he wept because he could not find any man to break the seals and open the book. John is now told that the “Lion of the tribe of Juda, the Root of David” (Jesus Christ) had power to do so. He then saw a Lamb that stood in the midst of paradise as though he was slain, but was very much alive. The Lamb represents Jesus Christ. He had seven horns and eyes, representing his omniscience and omnipotent. Christ takes the book from the right hand of God the Father and prepares to open the book. Revelation 5:5: 00:02:20 Revelation 5:6: 00:20:56 Revelation 5:7: 00:49:49

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