When the seven thunders had spoken, I was about to put it in writing. But I heard a voice from heaven saying, "Seal up what the seven thunders have said, and do not write it down." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Revelation 10:4? 2. Why was John instructed to "seal up" what the seven thunders said? 3. How can we discern when to share or withhold spiritual revelations today? 4. What does Revelation 10:4 teach about God's control over divine mysteries? 5. How does this verse connect with Daniel's sealed visions in Daniel 12:4? 6. How should believers respond when God chooses not to reveal certain truths? 7. Why were the words of the seven thunders in Revelation 10:4 sealed and not revealed? 8. What is the significance of John being told not to write in Revelation 10:4? 9. How does Revelation 10:4 challenge the idea of complete biblical revelation? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Revelation 10? 11. What is the secret knowledge revealed to John? 12. If the “seven thunders” speak words that remain sealed (Revelation 10:4), how can we reconcile that with the Bible’s claim to reveal truth? 13. What do the seven thunders in Revelation signify? 14. Is it possible to fully comprehend the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. What does the command to "seal up" the message of the seven thunders teach us about the nature of divine revelation?2. How can we apply the principle of obedience seen in John's response to our own lives when we encounter unclear or challenging instructions from God? 3. In what ways does the concept of divine mystery challenge or strengthen your faith? 4. How do the experiences of John in Revelation 10:4 and Daniel in Daniel 12:4 inform our understanding of God's timing in revealing His plans? 5. Reflect on a time when you had to trust God without having all the answers. How did that experience shape your faith journey?1. How does the description of the mighty angel in verses 1-3 portray the majesty of divine beings? 2. What is the significance of the angel standing on both the sea and the land? 3. Why do you think John was instructed not to write down what the seven thunders said? 4. How does the concept of 'sealed words' relate to the mystery of God? 5. How does the angel swearing by the Creator reflect on God's sovereignty? 6. How does the 'little scroll' episode reflect the prophetic calling in your understanding? 7. Discuss the symbolism of the scroll tasting sweet as honey but turning sour in the stomach. 8. How does the mandate for John to prophesy again demonstrate the importance of prophecy in the Bible? 9. How does the intersection of Heaven and Earth in this chapter reflect on the nature of divine revelations? 10. How can you apply the lesson of 'sweet yet sour' experiences in your current life situation? 11. How can the angel's description inspire us in our perception of divine beings and their interactions with us? 12. What can we learn about handling mysteries from John's response to the seven thunders' words? 13. How does the concept of God's unfolding mystery resonate with your personal faith journey? 14. How does this chapter challenge your understanding of divine revelation and prophecy? 15. What role do you think you play in God's grand plan as depicted in this chapter? 16. Can you identify a situation in your life where a positive experience ('sweet as honey') turned into a difficult one ('sour in the stomach')? 17. How does the angel's oath about 'no more delay' relate to the concept of divine timing in your life? 18. How can we responsibly handle divine revelations in our personal life, as modelled by John? 19. How does Revelation 10 prepare us for the trials and tribulations prophesied in later chapters? 20. How can understanding the symbolic nature of Revelation 10 affect your perception and interpretation of other biblical texts? Links Revelation 10:4 NIVRevelation 10:4 NLT Revelation 10:4 ESV Revelation 10:4 NASB Revelation 10:4 KJV Revelation 10:4 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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