Intro: Revelation 5:1-5 The Scroll has our (5:1)! The Scroll a strong angel to the question (5:2)! No one was to open the Scroll! No one had the (5:3)! There is an extreme felt concerning the Scroll not being opened (5:4)! The scroll contains details for final judgment of sin and Satan (Daniel 12:4, 9; Ezekiel 2:10)! The to, “Who is worthy to open the Scroll?”, is Jesus! (5:5) Big Idea: Worship is a holy response flowing from an ongoing recognition of who Jesus is and what He has done! Jesus as The Lion & The Lamb (Revelation 5:5-7)! The Lamb: What John saw; Jesus’ First Coming; Jesus’ Human Nature; Meekness; Humility; Suffering; Willing to be Killed; Sacrifice; Death; Redeems; The Victim; Good The Lion: What John heard; Jesus’ Second Coming; Jesus’ Divine Nature; Boldness; Majesty; Conquering; Reigning as King; Scepter; Resurrection; Rules; The Victor; Not Safe Prophecy: Genesis 49:8-12; Isaiah 11:1, 10; 53:7 The is to Worship (Revelation 5:8-14)! How: In adoration and with exaltation we bow down; sing a new song; raise our voices! Who: The four living creatures; the 24 elders; countless angels; all of heaven, on earth, & under the earth and in the sea (Philippians 2:6-11)! Why: He redeemed us to God with His blood and has eternally defeated sin, death, hell, and all satanic forces! The life of a true worshipper will: Repent of sin quickly (He was slain for this)! Render forgiveness urgently (His blood was shed for this)! Reconcile to one another sincerely (He redeemed us for this)! This will bless your family relationships, friendships, church, & witness to others!