After seeing Jesus in chapter 1, John not only receives a message (2-3) but it is shown what is about to happen. “Come up here, and I will show you what must take place after this” (Revelation 4:1).

It is a special characteristic of God that he does not instrumentalize us but includes us.

For God our personality is important. God does not dictate the Bible but lets people describe their experiences with him.

Despite the 40 different authors, the Bible contains a common storyline. God is looking for people and wants to win them to share life with him.