Sermons by Edilson.

📖 THEME: “WHEN HEAVEN FALLS SILENT” (Based on Revelation Chapter 8) 🟡 INTRODUCTION (Illustration) There was once a city that lived peacefully, unaware that danger was approaching. People laughed, worked, and made plans for the future as if nothing could interrupt their routine. But one night, the warning sirens suddenly stopped. The silence itself became terrifying. Because everyone understood something important: the final moment had arrived. In Revelation chapter 8, the Bible describes something shocking: “There was silence in heaven for about half an hour.” Heaven — always filled with worship, angels, and praise — suddenly becomes silent. Why? Because the final events of Earth’s history are about to begin. 🔹 1. THE SILENCE IN HEAVEN 📖 Revelation 8:1 When the seventh seal is opened, heaven becomes silent. This is not an ordinary silence. It is a solemn moment before divine judgment. The universe recognizes that the final phase of human hist...

📖 THEME: “SEALED BY THE LAMB” (Based on Revelation Chapter 7) 🟡 INTRODUCTION (True Illustration) During a powerful storm, a family received an emergency warning telling everyone to seek shelter immediately. Many ignored the warning, believing nothing serious would happen. But those who listened and entered the safe place were protected when destruction came. Revelation chapter 7 reveals a solemn truth: before the final judgments fall upon the Earth, God marks and seals His people. In the midst of global chaos, God still knows those who belong to Him. 🔹 1. THE WINDS ARE BEING HELD BACK 📖 Revelation 7:1-3 John sees four angels holding back the four winds of the Earth. winds represent destruction and final judgments God temporarily restrains them heaven is still offering mercy Another angel appears carrying the seal of the living God and declares: “Do not harm the earth… until we have sealed the servants of our God.” 👉 This reveals something power...

📖 THEME: “The Opening of the Seals and the Final Warning” (Based on Revelation Chapter 6) 🟡 INTRODUCTION (True Illustration) During times of war, ancient kings often used sealed scrolls to reveal important decisions little by little. Only authorized people could open those seals. In Revelation chapter 6, John sees a mysterious scroll sealed with seven seals. As each seal is opened, prophetic scenes unfold before humanity. These visions reveal the spiritual history of the Christian church and the condition of the world before Christ’s return. The message is clear: history is not out of control. God already revealed what would happen — and Jesus alone has authority over the future. 🔹 1. THE WHITE HORSE — THE PURE GOSPEL GOES FORTH 📖 Revelation chapter 6 verses 1 and 2 The first seal reveals a white horse. white represents purity the rider carries a bow he goes forth conquering Historically, this symbolizes the early Christian church after Christ’s ...

 📖 THEME: “The Lamb Is Worthy” (Based on Revelation chapter 5) --- 🟡 INTRODUCTION (True-to-life Illustration) Once, a man received an extremely important document connected to his family inheritance. The problem was that the document was completely sealed, and no one could legally open it. Many tried: - specialists - authorities - influential people But no one had the right to break the seals. Until finally, someone appeared who had the authority and the right to open the document. At that moment, despair turned into hope. That is exactly what happens in Book of Revelation chapter 5. John sees a scroll sealed in the hand of God — and no one seems worthy to open it. Until the Lamb appears. --- 🔹 1. THE SEALED SCROLL AND JOHN’S DESPAIR 📖 Revelation chapter 5 verses 1 to 4 John sees a scroll sealed with seven seals. A mighty angel asks: “Who is worthy to open the scroll?” But no one: - in Heaven - on Earth - or under the Earth could open it. John begins to weep. 👉 This represents...

  📖 THEME: “The Throne Is Still in Control” (Based on Revelation Chapter 4) 🟡 INTRODUCTION (True Illustration) Once, during a severe storm, passengers inside an airplane began to panic. The plane was shaking violently, and many believed they could crash at any moment. But a little girl remained calm. She did not cry. She showed no fear. After the landing, someone asked her: “How were you able to stay so calm?” She answered: “Because my father was the pilot.” That is also the Christian life. The world seems out of control: wars fear injustice suffering But in the Book of Revelation chapter 4, God reveals a powerful truth: the throne of the Universe is still occupied. 🔹 1. AN OPEN DOOR IN HEAVEN 📖 Revelation chapter 4 verses 1 and 2 John sees a door opened in heaven and is invited to witness something extraordinary. Before showing the final events of Earth, God first reveals heaven. 👉 This teaches a powerful lesson: Before looking at the chaos of the worl...

  📖 THEME: “Wake Up and Open the Door” (Based on Revelation Chapter 3) 🟡 INTRODUCTION (True Illustration) It is said that a night watchman fell asleep during his shift. Everything seemed calm, and there was no visible danger. But while he slept, a small fire began — silent and almost unnoticed. By the time he woke up, it was too late: the damage had already spread. This is also the spiritual condition of many people today. They are not openly rebelling against God… but they are spiritually asleep. In the Book of Revelation chapter 3, the message is clear: it is time to wake up. 🔹 1. THE DANGER OF A FAITH THAT ONLY LOOKS ALIVE (SARDIS) 📖 Revelation chapter 3 verses 1 to 3 The church of Sardis had a reputation of being alive… but it was dead. Externally: appearance of life spiritual reputation Internally: emptiness lack of spiritual power 👉 It was a faith of appearance, not experience. Lesson: God is not impressed by religious appearances. He sees the hea...

  📖 SERMON: “Hear What the Spirit Says to the Churches” (Based on Revelation Chapter 2) 🟡 INTRODUCTION (True-to-life illustration) There is a story about a man who, after many years of marriage, said to his wife: “I never betrayed you, I always worked hard, I always provided.” She replied with tears: “But you stopped loving me.” He was doing everything right on the outside… but love was gone. This is exactly what we see in Book of Revelation chapter 2. Churches that looked faithful — but had serious issues in the heart. 🔹 1. THE DANGER OF LOSING YOUR FIRST LOVE 📖 Revelation chapter 2 verses 4 to 5 The church of Ephesus was: hardworking patient doctrinally sound Yet Jesus said they had left their first love. It wasn’t a lack of truth — it was a lack of relationship. 👉 Today, many: know the truth defend the faith work in the church But have lost their passion for God. Lesson: God doesn’t want just your works — He wants your heart. 🔹 2. FAITHFULNES...

🔹 INTRODUCTION (True Story) In 1945, after the end of World War II, a Japanese soldier named Hiroo Onoda remained hidden in the jungle for nearly 30 years. He did not believe the war had ended. Even after receiving leaflets and hearing news, he thought it was all enemy deception. Only in 1974, when his former commander personally came and gave him a direct order, did he finally believe that the war was over. For years, he lived trapped in a reality that no longer existed — all because he refused to accept the revelation of truth. The same happens to many people today. The truth has already been revealed… but not everyone accepts it. And that is exactly what we find in Revelation chapter 1: a direct revelation of Jesus Christ to humanity. 🔹 TOPIC 1 — JESUS REVEALS HIMSELF TO HUMANITY The Bible begins by saying: “Revelation of Jesus Christ…” (Revelation chapter 1, verse 1) Here we understand something powerful: This book is not about mystery, it is about revelation God w...