How to Use This Commentary Revelation 19:1–10 shifts the focus from the destruction of Babylon to the celebration of heaven. Read this passage in five major movements: (1) heaven’s hallelujahs over Babylon’s fall (vv.1–3), (2) worship around God’s throne (vv.4–5), (3) the announcement of God’s reign (v.6), (4) the marriage supper of the Lamb (vv.7–9),... Continue Reading →
Matthew 4:1-11: The Temptation and Victory of the King
How to Use This Commentary After His baptism, Jesus faces His first major test. Read this passage in three movements: (1) Preparation (vv.1–2), (2) Temptation (vv.3–10), and (3) Triumph (v.11). Key: Jesus succeeds where humanity failed—showing us both our need for a Savior and our path to victory. What happens after a spiritual high? For... Continue Reading →