Revelation 1:19; Write the Things
Revelation 1:19 Write the things which thou hast seen, and the things which are, and the things which shall be hereafter;
The Book of Revelation is outlined here for us. The things which thou hast seen are recorded in Revelation chapter one. John saw His exalted Master and Saviour in glory. “The things which are” gives the state of the 7 churches listed earlier which is recorded in Revelation 2-3 as seen by the Great Physician, our Lord Jesus Christ. He gives the diagnosis and cure. “The things which shall be hereafter” describes the future events impacting the world when Jesus returns as Judge and the ushering in of the new heavens and the new earth. This earth will be destroyed.
There is ample warning provided for God’s people so that they choose to be overcomers, doing the goodwill of God for their eternal blessings. For a driver on the road, he is told of a redlight camera and a speed detection camera ahead. If he takes heed, and not beat the red light or surpass the speed limit, he is protected from demerit points and a hefty fine. Why was the warning given? So that drivers will drive safely for their own sakes and for other road users. By abiding in traffic laws, we get to our desired destination without suffering losses.