Revelation 5:1-3

The book sealed with seven seals Revelation 5:1-3: In Revelation five John's attention is on scroll held by the enthroned Lord. The scroll was unusual in that it was written on both sides. It was full of information. It would ordinarily be the case that a scroll would be sealed with one seal. This scroll is sealed with seven seals. This indicated just how securely the little book was sealed.

This little book contained a brief look at God's providential dealings with this world. There is a special look at God's care of Christians in the struggle with the Roman Empire. God here provided principles that will exist throughout the history of the world. At this point the emphasis is not on the content of the scroll, but on the One that is worthy to take it and open it.

The strong angel asked, "Who is worthy to open the book, and to loose the seals thereof?" No created being was able to open the little book. In all the great realms, in heaven, on earth or under the earth, no one was qualified to open or look upon the contents of this mysterious scroll, except the Lamb of God.