How to Read the Bible for Yourself (Teaching + Q&A)

The Four Horsemen and the Wrath of the Lamb (Revelation 6)

Revelation 6 contains some of the most dramatic imagery in the entire Bible: the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, the cry of the martyrs, cosmic upheaval, and the shocking phrase "the wrath of the Lamb." Yet this chapter is not primarily about horsemen, disasters, or end-times speculation. It is about Jesus. As the Lamb opens the seals, the world is shaken, suffering believers are heard in heaven, and every false refuge is exposed. Revelation 6 reminds us that history is not unfolding at random. The Lamb who was slain is also the Lord of history, the Judge of evil, and the refuge of His people. In this message from Revelation 6, Mike explores: * The meaning of the Four Horsemen * The cry of the martyrs: "How long?" * Why the wrath of the Lamb is both terrifying and just * The danger of false refuges * How believers can stand firm in a shaking world Revelation 6 ends with a searching question: "Who can stand?" This sermon points us to the only One in whom we can find refuge, mercy, and hope. Preached at Calvary Cork.

God Meets Us in Our Grief - Peter Kenny

In this sermon from 1 Samuel 1, Peter Kenny, pastor of Cork Baptist Church, considers the story of Hannah and the deep grief she carried before the Lord. Hannah’s sorrow was not shallow or easily solved. Her pain was intensified by disappointment, family brokenness, hurtful words, and the mystery of God’s providence. Yet in her distress, Hannah turned toward God rather than away from Him. She poured out her soul before the Lord, and before her circumstances changed, she received real peace. This message is an invitation to bring our grief honestly to God. The story of Hannah reminds us that God’s people can suffer deeply, that honest prayer is welcomed by the Lord, and that His peace can meet us even in the valley. Passage: 1 Samuel 1 Speaker: Peter Kenny, Pastor of Cork Baptist Church Recorded at Calvary Cork

Teaching Revelation to Kids: The Worthy Lamb and the Whole Bible Story - Brian Russell

In this follow-up conversation, Mike Neglia talks with Brian Russell about teaching the book of Revelation to children, why Sunday school matters, and how the whole church can learn the Bible together. This week at Calvary Cork, the main Sunday sermon focused on Revelation 5: the sealed scroll, the tears of John, the Lion of Judah, the Lamb who was slain, and the worship of heaven. At the same time, the children in Sunday school reached Revelation in The Biggest Story curriculum after working through the storyline of the whole Bible. Mike and Brian discuss what the children have been learning, why Revelation is not just for adults, how visual images like gemstones help children engage with biblical truth, what the sealed scroll represents, why Jesus is called both Lion and Lamb, and what Revelation 5 teaches the church about worship. They also talk about the value of children’s ministry and creche at Calvary Cork, and why volunteers play such an important part in helping the next generation know and worship Jesus. Calvary Cork is a Christian church in Cork City, Ireland, committed to being Christ-centred, Bible-treasuring, and humility-pursuing. Learn more at calvarycork.org.

Weep No More: Worthy Is the Lamb | Revelation 5

In Revelation 5, John sees a sealed scroll in the hand of God, and he weeps because no one is found worthy to open it. But heaven answers his tears with the vision of Jesus Christ, the Lion of Judah and the Lamb who was slain. In this sermon, Mike Neglia shows how Revelation 5 reveals Jesus as the worthy Redeemer who takes history into His hands, judges evil, redeems His people, and receives the worship of all creation. Because the slain Lamb is worthy, we can grieve what is broken, trust Him with history, and join heaven’s worship. This message is part of Calvary Cork’s ongoing verse-by-verse study through the book of Revelation.

God Is Still on the Throne - Revelation 4

In this message from Revelation 4, Victor Sabbe reminds us that before John sees the chaos unfolding on earth, he first sees the throne of heaven - and the God who still reigns over all things. In a world filled with fear, uncertainty, and pressure, worship restores our perspective and reminds us that Jesus is worthy and God is still on the throne. Part of our ongoing Revelation series at Calvary Cork.