Revelation

Talk on Revelation 1. Howard looks at the promises made to the original readers of Revelation, and how he critiques each church. Speaker compares these churches to contemporary churches., White noise throughout. Cassette label reads : "'Letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation' Chapter One : 'God lifts the lid' Donald Howard Camden Bible talks Recorded at Camden Civic Centre, 19 February 2003"

Talk on Revelation 2:1-11. Howard looks at how Jesus revealed himself to each church, and that God will reveal himself to us in different ways, according to our needs. Howard shows that this is possible because God knows each person inside out. He looks at testing a preacher against the word of God. Howard examines the structure of the chapter, and the context of the chapter., White noise throughout. Cassette label reads : "'Letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation' Ephesus : 'Hard workers, BUT…!' Donald Howard Camden Bible talks Recorded at Camden Civic Centre, 26 February 2003"

Howard speaks on Revelation 2:8-11. He explains the geographic and historical context. He explains the pressure/challenge imposed on us by the scriptures, and yet it's power to save and change people. Howard explains the use of the term 'poverty'. He shows that there are people in our churches who do not know Christ, and thus are not willing to suffer for him. Howard looks at the expectation of suffering/persecution of believers., Distortion/crackling throughout. Cassette label reads : "'Letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation' Smyrna: 'Toughing it out' Donald Howard Camden Bible talks Recorded at Camden Civic Centre, 5 March 2003"

Talk on Revelation 2:12-17. Howard compares the letter to Pergamum to the earlier letters in chapters 1 and 2. He places the letter in it's historical context. Howard then expounds the passage, with strong explanations of how the text would have been understood by the original readers (the hermenuetics). Howard then applies the text to the setting of his audience. Howard gives examples of when clear teaching has changed people, and that Christians can be tempted. Howard stresses that God's word cannot be separated from Christ., White noise throughout. Cassette label reads : "'Letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation' Pergamum: 'Good - in parts' Donald Howard Camden Bible talks Recorded at Camden Civic Centre, 12 March 2003"

Howard speaks on Revelation 2:18-29. He explains the historical and geographical context. He stresses the damage of compromise, especially when trying to reach the lost. Howard looks at ways that are more effective, that is, showing our love in action. He stresses the need to continue to persevere, and that this will be obvious to the world. Howard looks at the practical implications in the world for those living in Christ. He highlights the things that can distract us from Christ., White noise throughout. "'Letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation' Thyatira - 'Hang in there' Donald Howard Camden Bible talks Recorded at Camden Civic Centre, 19 March 2003"

Howard speaks on Revelation 3:14-end of the chapter. He explores some of the context surrounding the passage, and why they face the temptation to compromise. Howard stresses that God is totally reliable. Howard explains what it means to be neither cold nor hot, and how this affects our attitudes and actions. He explores the importance of discipline., "'Letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation' Laodicea : 'Neither…nor' Donald Howard Camden Bible talks Recorded at Camden Civic Centre, 9 April 2003"