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Unlocking Revelation | A Scholar's Guide with Dr. Dana Harris - Christ Church Conversations

October 08, 2025 • Christ Church

In this inaugural episode of our new "Special Revelation" series, Mike Woodruff sits down with New Testament scholar Dr. Dana Harris to demystify the Book of Revelation. Far from a cryptic codebook for end-times prophecy, Dr. Harris argues that Revelation is a powerful and pastoral letter about worship, ethics, and the ultimate victory of God.

If you've ever been confused or intimidated by the imagery in Revelation, this conversation is for you. We tackle common questions about symbolism, the nature of God's victory, and how this book was meant to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable.

Key Topics Discussed:
00:00 - Introduction to the "Special Revelation" Series
02:15 - Who is Dr. Dana Harris?
04:30 - What is the Book of Revelation Really About?
08:10 - Is the Language Symbolic or Literal?
12:45 - The Big Idea: "God Wins"
16:20 - Common Misinterpretations and Dispensationalism
21:50 - How Dr. Harris's Views Have Evolved
25:40 - Current Scholarship on Revelation
30:15 - The Role of Material Culture & Archaeology
35:00 - What's Keeping a Revelation Scholar Up at Night?
38:10 - Dr. Harris's Current Reading & Recommendations

Featured Scholar: Dr. Dana Harris (Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School)

Mentioned in this Episode:
- Dr. Harris is teaching a 4-week class on Revelation for Lake Light beginning October 29th. Register at the Lake Light website.
- Dr. Harris's book on Greek Grammar: An Introduction to Biblical Greek Grammar.
- Look for her upcoming books: an introduction to Revelation and an exegetical commentary.

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