The key to successful interpretation of Bible prophecy in the New Testament is to always find it's source in the Old Testament to unlock the meaning. That was the method of the Christ and the apostles. Prophecy in the Apocalypse: What is the meaning of Revelation 1:7?, explores those concepts. Failure to follow this simple interpretive guideline leads to unbelief, frustration and all sorts of fanciful interpretations and doctrines. Most people pick up the Book of Revelation because of their fascination with prophecy and intrigue for the signs and symbols within. Immediately they assume a posture of predicting the future. Current events, news reports, and natural calamities supply an unending gold mine ...