Feeling Good About The End of The World

Deep dive into Revelation 5: lion and lamb meaning for modern believers

This episode unpacks Revelation chapter 5 through the lens of worship, paradox, and redemptive history. Chad Prather navigates the dramatic courtroom image of a sealed scroll, the cosmic question "Who is worthy?", and the surprising answer: the Lion of Judah who appears as the Lamb that was slain. The message reframes power, victory, and sacrifice for contemporary Christian life.

Understanding the lion and lamb paradox (book of Revelation explained)

Chad highlights how the majestic "lion" and the vulnerable "lamb" are the same Person — Jesus Christ — and why that paradox is central to gospel theology. He explains that victory comes through sacrificial love rather than political force, and he emphasizes that Revelation is fundamentally a revelation of Christ, not of political timelines or sensational speculation.

Practical takeaways: worship, wounds, and daily building

Scars as trophies: The host encourages listeners to view personal wounds and failures as evidence of participation in the greater redemptive story, not merely shameful mistakes. Heaven "worships the wounds"—the wounds are part of the victory story.

Lay a brick a day: Using the "hammer and lantern" story of Earl, Chad models steady, small acts of rebuilding community and legacy. This long-tail action — "one brick at a time" — is framed as practical discipleship and neighborhood renewal.

Devotional rhythm: Before the Noise and daily spiritual formation

Chad promotes his live morning devotional, "Before the Noise," as a place for short, gospel-centered reflection on Scripture (John 1 and Revelation). He invites listeners to slow down, "look up and touch grass," and integrate short spiritual practices into daily life to renew perspective and prioritize worship.

Practical stewardship and recommended resources

The episode includes sponsor mentions focused on financial stability and industry support. Chad recommends Birch Gold for diversifying retirement into physical gold IRAs as a hedge against inflation and economic risk, and Allied Oil Field as an industry partner. These segments connect spiritual formation with responsible financial planning.

Call to action: worship, build, diversify

• Reflect on Revelation 5 as a revelation of Christ and center worship accordingly.
• Take concrete steps: lay one brick for community, tend your marriage, or help a neighbor.
• Consider simple financial diversification and prepare your household for uncertainty.

This episode blends biblical exposition, pastoral encouragement, and practical life application to invite listeners into worshipful living, courageous building, and wise stewardship.