This chapter is the introduction to the terrifying final judgment of God. We see sentencing angels and a worshiping multitude. God is both perfectly just and merciful. He has given everyone the opportunity through His Son Jesus to be spared from His wrath of judgment. Where do you stand today?
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John is now shown the reaping of two harvests that will occur in the last days. The harvest of wheat is one of distinction or separation, and the harvest of grapes is one of annihilation. Chapter 14 teaches us that 1) God will establish His Kingdom on earth in spite of Satan’s opposition 2) those who reject the gospel of God’s grace will face awful judgment 3) the nations of the world today are taking the path to Armageddon. So let’s choose God’s grace instead of His wrath!
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The eternal gospel is preached to all the inhabitants of the earth, so that no one will have an excuse. In these verses, the angels of God tell us what we are to do, what not to do, and what God will do. Are we fearing God, giving Him glory, & worshiping Him?
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John sees Jesus standing on Mt. Zion with the 144,000 Jewish servants of God who were sealed with the Holy Spirit and were singing a new song. They are described as having purity, devotion, & character. Let’s follow their example and live victoriously through our own “tribulations”.
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The second beast, or the false prophet comes into the scene who will deceive the world spiritually. Our world is ripe for a global “savior” and religion (i.e., peace). Wisdom comes from God alone, so let’s abide in Jesus so we are not deceived!
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All Christians suffer. You have, are, or will at some point. The current persecution of God’s people around the world is a stark reminder that there is still a race to be run, that it’s not without a plan or purpose, and that it must be run by faith for His name sake.
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The beast is given authority by Satan to blaspheme God and His children in heaven and also to persecute the saints on earth. However, those whose names are not written in the Lamb’s Book of Life will worship him. Is your name in the Book of Life? If so, take heart… “(This) life is short. The Lord is in control. We’re going to heaven! That’s what this book is about!”
Continue readingWe learn about the beast that comes from the sea, the antichrist, the 2nd part of the unholy trinity. Satan is a deceiver and will always try to mimic the things of God, including His death & resurrection. However, the biggest difference is that Satan will let you die for him, whereas Jesus died for us! Don’t be deceived, know the difference, and choose this day whom you will serve!
Continue readingWe get a rare look at a war in heaven between Satan and the archangel Michael, in which Satan is ultimately kicked out of heaven… Today we learned: 1. Satan is the accuser of the brethren; 2. if we are at odds with Satan, then we can overcome him with the blood of the Lamb, the word of our testimony, & by not loving our lives unto death; 3. when we accuse other saints, we are “satanizing” them; 4. we must never be found guilty of anti-Semitism; 5. there will be a time when all that is written will take place… Are we ready???
Continue reading“Enter the (red) dragon” – We are introduced to the first three symbolic characters of chapter 12: the woman = Israel, the red dragon = Satan, & the male child = Jesus Christ. Ever since Satan was kicked out of heaven, he has been warring against God ever since…and especially with the Jews since they are central to God’s plan. Through the scriptures we see that Satan is not to be underestimated or overrated, but that God is large and in charge and has a plan!
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