Rev. 1:5-7: Works of the Messiah
Much of the symbolism of Revelation is taken from the Old Testament, and Jesus is presented as the Messiah. John mentions 7 particular areas in which Jesus fulfills the Messianic prophecies found in the Old Testament. These 7 areas form the basis for this series of studies.
1. Introduction; The Faithful Witness
2. The Firstborn From the Dead
3. Ruler Over the Kings of the Earth
4. Him Who Loved Us and Washed Us From Our Sins