Revelation

Revelation 11 reminds me of the old tradesman’s adage to measure twice and cut once. If the measure is right, the cut will be right.

Revelation 12 reminds me of playing softball as kids.  We had no adults, and no umpires.  Disputed calls were settled quickly by the group.  Anyone

Revelation 13 reminds me of the Asch Conformity Experiments conducted in the 1950’s.  The basic concept was to test the effect of peer pressure on

Revelation 14 reminds me of the shame and silence of abuse.  Children do not know how to respond or resist.  They know pain, they know

Revelation 15 reminds me of the difference between vengeful people, and the vengeance of God.  Holding onto resentment turns our focus from self-improvement to blame. 

Revelation 16 reminds me of trying to convince an addict that their behavior is harming others.  Logic, reason, and reality have no effect.  They will

Revelation 17 reminds me of the clear divide created by the politically driven news sources today. Civil conversation quickly breaks down into name calling and

Revelation 18 reminds me of a quote by late financial counsellor Larry Burkett, who said: “Show me your checkbook, and I’ll show you what you

Revelation 19 reminds me of weddings and funerals.  Both occasions mark a separation from the old and establishment of a new life.  Friends and family

Revelation 20 reminds me of comedian Flip Wilson.  In the 1960’s he gained fame, appearing on many television shows.  One of his characters would inevitably