I just finished the last book of the Bible.
I think I need the help of someone wiser than me to interpret John’s dream, or prophecy, or warning, or whatever you want to call this. There is a lot of symbolism and crazy detail on what the angels and creatures look like. I am not sure what to make of it all.
Bottom line, I think Revelation is a warning. Beware of false prophets, false leaders. They will lead to destruction. Instead, believe what Jesus taught and act on his lessons, all the while being aware you will be tested, judged and possibly ridiculed for your belief.
In the end, though, evil will be punished. Goodness will be rewarded.
There are a lot of details that I am sure many people have analyzed and interpreted. I am not qualified to do that. Maybe someday someone will attempt explain it all to me, or at least help me figure out what this all means.
Until then, I will just try my best to do what Jesus taught: Love God with all your heart and love your fellow man by showing kindness and compassion and generosity.
