The clear identification of the Antichrist power is for the purpose of recognition by true worshipers, that they may exit his false system of worship. Immediately John’s vision goes to identifying our reliable source of truth, the written word of God.
Read MoreGod’s dwelling place, the location of His throne, is the ‘control center’ of the universe. In addition, it is the center where all decisions and strategies regarding planet earth are made. Antagonistic enemy powers are hostile to the temple and all it entails.
Read MoreOne of the things we must learn in order to make a safe journey across this fallen world is this: the life of faith is not about the emotional enjoyment of blessings. Yes, there will be blessings for which we are truly grateful. But the faith that He desires us to have will be a tested and tried faith when the blessings are not visible.
Read MoreThe angel’s placement of his feet—on the sea and on the land—indicates that the authority he represents is over the whole earth. The worldwide significance of his message is undeniable. It is interesting that the two beasts of chapter 13 come from the sea and from the land.
Read MoreIt is our choice! Herein lies the “secret” of transformation into His likeness. Another word for this use of “dwell” is behold. We are changed by beholding. Therefore, we must be selective about all that we behold!
Read MoreThe man, himself a loving father, wanted to believe fully on Jesus, but his declaration to that effect ironically revealed his own doubts to himself. His cry to Jesus was truly from the depths of his heart.
Read MoreThe patterns in Scripture that brings us around repeatedly to the point of the return of Jesus are divinely laid out to prepare us for that Day. This preparation is for every follower of Christ, whether we die before His return or are still alive when He comes.
Read MoreNot everyone partook of the abominations. God’s small, faithful remnant yet endured. Ezekiel was shown in vision the calling of God’s angels who had charge over the city of Jerusalem. One had a writer’s inkhorn . . .
Read MoreIt is a mistake to understand patience as passivity or inaction. An accurate view of this word includes the attributes of alert focus upon Jesus and His word, a spirit of perseverance, and a steadfast determination to honor Him through love, loyalty, and faithful obedience.
Read MoreThe releasing of angels who were previously bound indicates intensifying of demonic power in the last days.
Read MoreThe term Israel, meaning ‘Overcomer with God’, represents God’s faithful. Use of the term will be continued until the end of earth’s history. Israel is a theological entity designating the body of God’s faithful ones. To limit the use of the name Israel to those with a certain DNA or geographical boundary is not only inaccurate but misrepresents God as small-minded.
Read MoreGod’s gift of free will is respected by Him and considered sacred. When His seal is placed, our part is to protect and guard that seal that it will not be broken. Not even Satan can break it, but he works diligently to tempt each of us to break it!
Read MoreBut isn’t being told ahead of time a blessing? Yes, without a doubt, a blessing to one who heeds. The opportunity to “exit, stage right” is the opportunity to traverse this earth in a new direction.
Read MoreOn the heels of the great awakening happening in pockets all over the world—as sincere Christians were awakened and receptive to a brighter revelation of the Gospel through the work of the Reformers—there was another counteracting occurrence, ironically called the “Enlightenment”.
Read MoreThe brave Reformers, in pulling back the curtain on some of the deceptions of the papacy, set a trend into motion that needed to continue. A journey into discovery of truth!
Read MoreThe last three woes are frightening, but true followers of Christ need not be fearful. Instead, we must focus on the return of Jesus and prepare others that they may avoid the deadly mine field of deceptions laid out, one after another, by our enemy.
Read MoreThe flawless character of Yahweh is demonstrated to us in the character of His Son. His love for mankind demands that our flaws and defects be shown to us. Together with Him, in a love relationship, they are to be willingly laid down and replaced with heavenly traits.
Read MoreFallible humans cannot recognize the meaning of “mediocre” apart from Spirit-led comprehension of the excellence of God’s word, followed by wholehearted obedience.
Read MoreHowever, for those who desired truth, it could still be found by sincere seekers per the command: do not harm the oil and the wine. The light of the Gospel and its true doctrines are symbolized by oil and wine.
Read MorePeter wrote to encourage the Jewish believers who were suffering. The encouragement was for conduct and character that would be above reproach. During these times, many Romans were won to Christ as a result.
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