Revelation Chapter 19:6-9.

What is this great feast that is predicted in the Bible, The marriage supper of the Lamb?

It is the eternal culmination     (coming together) of God’s redemptive plan, uniting all believers with the Lord Jesus Christ in perfect, eternal union with Him.

An extatic, joyful celebration of the marriage of Christ to His Bride.

Some  people believe the Bride are those who are born again believers who are His Church.

Other people believe that the Bride includes a countless multitude of believers from every corner of the World throughout the ages who will be joined in matrimony (union) to the Lord Jesus.

Then some choose to believe that it is not a literal feast, but a symbolic representation of the nourishment of God’s promises. They view the feast as a Communion service, with bread and wine, which nourishes both the spirit and the soul.

Those who believe in a literal feast claim that Isaiah 25:6 points to a feast of rich food and well-aged wine.

Some believe that there will be two marriage feasts. The first, being His marriage to His Church held in Heaven just after the Rapture.

The second is the marriage to Israel after the Great Tribulation, when they repent, return and own Him as Lord and Saviour, the true Messiah.

Those who believe that all believers from the beginning of time will attend this marriage supper doubt that God could feed trillions of people at one sitting. This is not a problem for the Creator of the whole universe, who spoke the worlds into being. He certainly could” furnish a table in the wilderness.”

Symbolic or not, the marriage supper of the lamb celebrates the joyous union with His followers, where all Heaven will celebrate the eternal rule and reign of Christ and His people. This is the long-awaited reunion between the Saviour and those He died to save.

Jesus Himself anticipated this moment when He spoke of drinking the wine anew in His Father’s kingdom.

WHO ARE THE GUESTS?

They are most probably the believers, including the Church itself, along with the Old Testament saints, and those who came to Christ, and those who were martyred for their faith during the tribulation.

So it includes all the redeemed souls who, by faith, have believed in the finished work of the cross, His mighty resurrection, and the promise of His soon coming.

Every person who is a guest is not invited on his or her own merit, but rather upon the imputed righteousness of Jesus Christ. They are clothed in clean, fine white linen, which is the Righteousness of the saints.

“It’s not according to our own righteousness, which we have done, but according to His mercy, He saved us.”

THE TIMING.

When will the event take place?

Again peoples opinions differ.

Many christians take the view that it happens…

AFTER THE RAPTURE.

Or

DURING THE TRIBULATION.

Or

AFTER THE BEMA SEAT JUDGEMENT

Or.

DURING THE MILLENIUM

Or

AFTER THE GREAT WHITE THRONE JUDGEMENT.

Or

BEFORE THE SECOND COMING. 

(The Revelation.)

I am not sure when it will take place, but I know it will happen because God has predicted it. I am more concerned that you, dear reader, will be an honoured guest as His beautiful ‘Blood-washed Bride.’

God loves you passionately, and He has provided a way for you to be a part of His glorious Kingdom through His only begotten Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.

“FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD. (You and I) THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, (Jesus) THAT WHOEVER BELIEVES IN HIM, SHOULD NOT PERISH, BUT HAVE EVERLASTING (Eternal) LIFE.”

John 3:16.

HE IS THE ONLY WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE. NO MAN CAN COME UNTO THE FATHER, BUT THROUGH HIM.”

John 14:6.

Dear reader, dont delay any longer, invite Him into your life today. Tell Him you are a sinner, then ask Him to forgive and save you.

He will… certainly include you at the wonderful feast.

Believe that He rose again, victorious over sin, Hell and death. YOU WILL BE SAVED!

If you have prayed the prayer of Salvation, then rejoice!! You are now His bride, awaiting the … MARRIAGE FEAST OF THE LAMB.

Amen.

(Note the flags on her beautiful gown.)

Death will not part this sacred marriage settled forever in Heaven!

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THE GREAT WHITE THRONE JUDGEMENT.

The Great White Throne Judgement is the final, ultimate judgement described in Revelation 20:11-15, when all unbelievers and the unsaved dead resurrected after the millenium, stand before God sitting on a great white throne, presided over by Jesus Christ, to be judged by their works that has been recorded in open books, with those who are not found written in the Book of Life will be cast into the Lake of fire for eternal punishment, signifying the end of sin and separation from God.

THE TIMING.

This occurs after the 1,000-year reign of Christ (millenium) and Satan’s final rebellion, just before the New Heavens and the new earth.

WHO IS JUDGED?

All unbelievers, the wicked dead from all ages, and those whose names aren’t written in the Lamb’s Book of Life.

PARTICIPANTS:

All unbelievers from all ages, including those who have rejected Christ and lived without faith in Him.

THE JUDGE:

Jesus Christ will be seated upon a pure, righteous White Throne.

THE PROCESS.

The sea, death and Hades release the dead. The Books (records of their deeds) and the Book of Life are opened.

People will be judged by their works performed on this Earth and whether their names are written in The Lamb’s Book of Life.

THE OUTCOME:

Those whose names are not found written in the Lamb’s Book of Life will be cast into the Lake of Fire, which is called the Second Death.

SIGNIFICANCE:

It is the ultimate display of God’s holiness, justice and righteousness, resolving the sin issue for all eternity.

TWO OR THREE JUDGEMENTS?

Some believers believe that there are three judgements.

1. The BEMA SEAT JUDGEMENT. The first judgement of the sheep and the goats, or the judgement of the Nations, is found in Matthew’s gospel 28:31-3. It will take place after the Tribulation period and will determine who will enter the millennium.
2. Believers will only go to the Judgement Seat of Christ.
3. Non believers who have rejected God’s offer of Salvation through Jesus Christ’s sacrifice upon the cross of Calvary, will enter into eternal punishment. Romans 14: 10-12.

Not everyone believe these interpretations and they choose to believe that Revelation 20: 11-15 will be the time that the saved and the unsaved alike will be judged.

Those whose names are found in the Book of Life will be judged for their deeds in the flesh and will receive rewards or lose them.

Other Christians believe that the three judgments mentioned speak of one judgment, not three. So that the Great White Throne Judgement in Revelation 20:11-15 speaks of  the judgement of both believers and unbelievers.

Matthew 25:31-46. Some believe that this passage refers to the Great White Throne judgement. But there is no mention of the resurrected dead.

Jesus refers to those He calls” my brethren”, who may refer to the Jewish remnant who will have preached the gospel to all nations during the tribulation.

WHICH VEIW IS RIGHT?

Great men of God who are revered as great Theologians differ from one another and cannot agree. Each teacher holds fast to their interpretation, believing it to be the truth of God revealed to them by the Holy Spirit.

As a novice, I dare not argue for or against their interpretations, but rather gather the significant facts written therein. The truths that cannot argued against.

The fact is that Jesus is definitely returning to Earth to establish His new, unshakeable Kingdom on a new Heaven and a new Earth.

The old Earth is totally destroyed by fire.

All men are sinners and Jesus is the only means of Salvation.

He completed the plan of redemption through His finished work upon the cross. He gloriously rose from the dead, opening the way to “Whosoever will may come, ” that “all men can be saved from death and Hell.” There is no other way to the Father but through Him.

There is a coming judgement for those who reject the offer of Salvation.

There are rewards for believers who have lived holy, obedient lives and are faithful unto death.

All believers are the, Bride of Christ and will attend the marriage supper of the Lamb.

There is no sickness, pain, sorrow or death in that Kingdom. All tears will be wiped away.

Praise God, there will be no sin or temptation to commit any form of evil.

Satan is cast into the Lake of Fire with his powers of darkness to be tormented forevermore.

There are additional details mentioned, and you should read and study them for yourself. Don’t be like the average Christian and skip reading the book of Revelation, and throw it in the too-hard basket.

Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to speak to you personally from His precious, exciting, life changing Word.

He will!!

Read the Gospels and the Epistles and learn how to live a life worthy of your calling.  Grow in Grace and the knowledge of His Word.

Love not the World and the things in it.

Share the Gospel with the lost. Heal the sick, raise the dead, do the work of an Evangelist.

Put God first in everything you do, be continually filled with the Holy Spirit…The wonderful thing for which I am eternally grateful  is…

I will not sin in that day, I will at last be living my full potential. That is an exact copy of my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

What a privelege.

What a miracle.

A new creation fulfilling God’s perfect plan.

And that’s just the beginning of etrnal bliss the peace and joy of living in Heaven.

For, “GREAT IS YOUR REWARD IN HEAVEN.”

Amen.

Dear reader, the way is still open for you to to be a part of this future Kingdom.

Ask Jesus to be your Lord and Saviour!

Prayer…

Lord Jesus, I believe that you died for me, bearing all my sin and shame. I ask you to forgive and cleanse me from all sin. I believe you rose again, and your return is imminent.( VERY CLOSE)

I receive you as my Lord and Saviour. Amen.

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THE SEVEN TRUMPETS!

THE SOUNDING OF THE TRUMPETS.

THE FIRST TRUMPET.

It is blown by an

Angel.

With its sounding, one-third of the world faces irreversible damage, beginning with vegetation.             Read Revelation chapter. 8:6,7.

THE SECOND TRUMPET.

The sound of this Trumpet will cause devastation from the salt water.                 See verses 8-9. Something that looked like a great mountain burning with fire was plunged into the sea.  It destroys a third of the water, becoming blood. A third of living creatures die. A third of the ships are destroyed. How many people are on these vessels? It averages out at 17,000 ships.

It could be a giant meteor thrown into the sea.

Who throws it?

Maybe a huge Angel! In Ezekiel, there is an Angel so tall that he reaches from Earth to Heaven.

The damage is irreparable. Imagine the destruction of all the Marine businesses in that vicinity.

THE THIRD TRUMPET.

Now they will experience the devastation of the fresh water due to a star falling to earth from Heaven.  The name of it is called Wormwood! It’s likened to a burning torch and causes the water to taste bitter. Many people die due to its poisoning effects.

Verses 8-11

In Scripture, wormwood is used to illustrate bitterness, as seen in the words of the Prophet Jeremiah: “He has filled me with bitterness; He has made me drink Wormwood.”

Lamentations 3:15. Lives will be taken massively in a few days.

THE FOURTH TRUMPET.

The sounding of this trumpet will affect the skies, changing them forever. A third of the Sun, Moon, and stars will suddenly lose their light forever. Light is the source of warmth, so if one-third of the Sun is darkened, the Earth will freeze immediately. If you have survived the first three trumpets, then certainly this could be your life’s end.

Strangely, though, people curse God and do not repent. His mercy is everlasting, and He is always ready to forgive and deliver those who will put their complete trust in Him through Jesus Christ.

Today’s problems are a piece of cake compared to what’s coming. Turn to the Saviour now and secure your place in eternity. There is only one way to the Father: Through Jesus Christ the Lord. He said, “I am the way, the Truth, and the Life; no man can come to the Father except through me.”

These people at this time are not innocent victims who are afflicted. They are earning the wages of their own sin.

As it is, it still becomes far worse, for there are three more Angels yet to sound their trumpets.

See verse 13.

THE FIFTH TRUMPET.

This is called a Woe! Translated as an expression of pain and anger, a woeful cry of distress.

At this stage, the whole world is in utter turmoil. Hospitals are overcrowded, governments have collapsed, and no one has time to help as they are in survival mode.

After the fifth Angel has sounded there will be three “Woes” that begin.

THE FIRST WOE!

The Bottomless Pit. Another name used in Scripture is ABYSS.

This place is filled with demonic powers of darkness. This is where Satan is cast for a thousand years. Then he is released after that time to deceive the Nations again.

This Woe is devastating for those who are still alive because they are unable to die, as death cannot slay them.

From the pit, smoke ascends, and intermingling with the smoke are deadly Scorpions like demons. They were restricted to harming only those who have surrendered to the “Mark of the Beast.”

This time, God protects the grass, any green thing, or any tree. Rev 9:2-6. These Locusts do not attack the food supply as they did in Egypt. Instead, they feed on men, women, and children. They will continue causing searing pain for five months.

I hope many people will turn to God, because there are no longer any other escape options.

This is only the first woe; there are two more to come!

THE SIXTH TRUMPET.

A command is given to this Angel, “Blow your trumpet to … “Release the four angels who are bound at the great river Euphrates.” Revelation 9:12-14.

The river Euphrates originate in modern day Turkey, flows through Syria, enters Iraq and empties into the Persian Golf.

Many people depend upon it for food, drinking water 💦 and electricity.

They are released to kill a demonic army of 200 million troops. I do not know where this army originated. They could be a supernatural force of humans possessed by demons. This army of horror wipes out another third of humanity, which would number in the Billions. For a description of them, read              Revelation 

9:15-19.

THE SEVENTH ANGEL.

This Angel is huge; he stands on the sea and reaches toward the Heavens. His grand appearance was like that of the Son of God- a rainbow on his head, a brilliant shining face, and feet of fire. How spectacular. No, he is not Christ but a messenger of God. Once he arrives, he lets out a terrifying roar of a lion that makes the world stop to pay attention.

John was not allowed to repeat what was uttered by the seven thunders nor write them down.

When he blows his trumpet it meant that the mystery of God is coming to a conclusion.

The mystery seems to reference many prophecies concerning the Millennial reign of Christ, a time of 1,000 years during which He will reign on this earth. He arrives to establish his Kingdom on the very location from which he left—the Mount of Olives.

Acts 1: 9-11.    

Lastly, we observe the “Bitter Sweet scroll.”

It is a little book with writing on both sides, inside and out. Instead of reading it as we would, he was told to eat it!! Why would God ask him to do this? 

He was to internalise the message to share the word of truth… God’s Word, not adulterated with his own thoughts or ideas. Sweet words representing the Gospel of Christ, and the bitter taste of the wrath of God yet to come. That would give you an upset stomach.

It’s so upsetting to read what lies ahead, and my heart breaks for those who will not listen and heed its warnings.

I am not afraid for myself as I am secure in Christ. Actually it heightens my zeal to win  more souls as possible to save them from the wrath which is to come.

Christian, it’s time that you get out of your sweet comfort zone and reach the lost, lonely and broken for Jesus.

Forget about your fear, your embarrassment and boldly share your testimony of knowing Christ.

As Paul says,

” I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ; it is the power of God unto Salvation.” Romans 1:8.

Amen.

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THE SEVEN SEALS.

The book of Revelation summed up falls into three movements which follows.

THE FIRST MOVEMENT. Chapter 1-5. The enthronement of Christ on the Throne in Heaven.

THE SECOND MOVEMENT. Chapter 6-20.

The Great Tribulation.               The Wrath of God. The enthronement of Christ on Earth.

THE THIRD MOVEMENT. Chapter 21-22. Where Christ sits on His Throne in the New Creation. Christ, the Lamb, in supreme control of all the Earth.

He is there “now” see chapter 3:21.

“Even as I overcame, and sat down with my Father on His Throne in Heaven.”

Enthronement has already taken place in Heaven.

Hey, dear reader, He that sits on The Glorious Throne of God is in control of your life.

Is He “Lord” over your life? He loves you passionately.                  

You must crown Him “King of All Kings,” over everything that pertains to you. 

Your Home and Family.

Your  Relationships.

Your Finances.

Your Circumstances.

Your Health, your Hopes and Dreams and …                       YOUR HEART!

So you won’t become confused, we will try to summarise the events in order of their application.

A. The Son of Man amid the Lampstands.

CHRIST IN HEAVEN “OPERATING” THROUGH THE CHURCH ON EARTH.

B. The Seven letters to the Churches on Earth.

THE CHURCH ON THE EARTH “FUNCTIONING” FOR CHRIST IN HEAVEN.

C. The Heavenly Throne and Worship.

THIS BEING THE PLACE OF SUPREME AUTHORITY.

D. The Lamb and the seven sealed book or scroll.

WHERE CHRIST, THE LAMB, IS IN TOTAL CONTROL.

THE SEVEN SEALS.

The Lamb of God (Jesus) opens each seal, revealing specific events that point towards the end times.

They are mentioned in chapters 6-9 and are a series of symbolic seals that, when opened, will unleash a series of apocalyptic events and judgements upon the earth.

In his vision, John sees a scroll ( book). The opening of each seal releases a different aspect of the end times, including the four horsemen of the Apocalypse.

Here is the breakdown of the Seven Seals.

1. THE FIRST SEAL:

The first seal is opened to reveal a WHITE HORSE. Its rider carries a bow and is wearing a crown symbolising a conquest. The rider of this horse is interpreted as a Figure of ” False Peace.”  And “Deceptive Authority.”

2. THE SECOND SEAL:

The opening of this sale releases a

“RED HORSE.” Symbolising war and the removal of peace upon the Earth. The rider is given power to remove all peace from off the Earth.

Can you imagine the chaos that will replace that peace?

Fear, doubt and unbelief will rule the heart of man. His mind will be controlled by bitterness, anger, and evil instead of quiet confidence.

His speech. Men will be at each other’s throats to vent their anger upon those they have chosen not to trust. There will be violence, murder, and persecution toward those once called friends. Conscience will not bother them as they become totally depraved. (As it was in the days of Noah)

Lies, betrayal, and self-exaltation will motivate them to destroy one another. Endless worry, sleepless nights, sick bodies and tormented souls will result from peace taken off the Earth. That peace of God, the peace that surpasses all understanding,  is removed, and War and conflict remain. What a terrible plight.

The cause of war is found in the book of James. Chapter 4:1-3.

Only in Revelation will the effects be global.

3. THE THIRD SEAL. The third seal reveals a “BLACK HORSE,” Representing Famine, disease, and economic hardship. The rider carries a pair of scales to measure and ration food. This is caused by the war revealed in the second Seal. The lack of fresh, nutritious food would definitely cause the spread of disease.

The evil Terrorist organisation, Hamas, is doing this in Gaza at this very moment. They are starving their own people by withholding humanitarian aid from them and using the money for the destruction of Israel.

4. THE FOURTH SEAL.

When opened, this seal unleashes a “PALE HORSE” (Green Horse) symbolising death and destruction. The rider is named “DEATH,” and “Hell” follows him. Many people die in many and various ways. This is an eternal death!

5. THE FIFTH SEAL:

The MARTYRS CRY! Those who were martyred for their faith cry out for vengeance for their deaths upon their enemies. They are given pristine white robes. They are told they must wait until the full number of martyrs is completed.

6. THE SIXTH SEAL.

This seal brings cosmic chaos and destruction, including a horrific Earthquake, a darkened Sun, a blood-red moon, and the terror of falling stars. A period of intense tribulation and fear.

7. THE SEVENTH SEAL.

This seal will introduce seven Angels with Seven Trumpets. They will unleash further judgments upon the Earth. This seventh seal will lead to the magnificent blasting of the seven trumpets. They will permeate the whole existence of time and eternity, declaring the seven Bowl Judgments.

It isn’t easy to imagine, yet it is true and will certainly come to pass.

We may not understand how it will happen, but we, by faith like the Martyrs of old, look for a better City made without hands—the CITY OF GOD.

THE  LIVING UNSHAKABLE KINGDOM OF GOD.

Meanwhile, you must remain faithful, loyal, and obedient to your Heavenly Calling and be ready when He comes.

Amen.

You will only survive if you are a born again child of the living God. Jesus was imperative when He said,  “YOU MUST BE BORN AGAIN!

Ask Jesus to save you now … He is coming soon!!

SEVEN CHURCHES CONTINUED…

Sardis was formerly the capital of the ancient city of Lydia. The king of Sardis was an extremely wealthy man. The city was one of the noblest and most significant cities of the East. They manufactured textiles, dyes, and jewellery.

Sardis was the center of philosophy and study, but it was also filled with cults and idolatrous worship.  They practised pagan orgies of gross immorality that were an abomination to God.

Jesus knew what went on in their secret places, and though they were physically alive, they were spiritually dead! The words they spoke were not acceptable to God. Jesus commands them to be watchful and strengthen the things that remain, those that really count in the eyes of God.

Today, we also must not allow worldly practices to override our zeal for the lost or our love for each other. Is Jesus Lord in the things in which you involve yourself?

Are your motives driven by love and holiness?  Are you spending time in prayer and the Word, seeking His will in all things? 

Sardis looked good on the outside but was full of dead men’s bones. James 2:18. “Your faith must be evident in your works.”

PHILADELPHIA.  

This Church was about 30 miles from Sardis, situated at the gate way to the central plateau and had a thriving business in  the production of wine. The area was prone to many earthquakes and the city had to be rebuilt several times.

Please read chapter 3:8,9.  

Jesus, instead of finding fault with them, drew attention to their potential. This Church was an open door of evangelical outreach to the kingdoms surrounding it—the kingdoms of Lydia, Mysia, and Pergamum. Many Merchants would pass through the city, giving them great opportunities to reach many people across the Roman Empire with the Gospel.

As Paul had prayed so should you and I.

“Lord, open the doors of opportunity for me to love people and share the truth of the Gospel. Please grant me the power, authority and the boldness  to go through those doors and reach the lost and dying souls that need you so desperately.”

Amen!

LAODICEA.

LAODICEA was the farthest south of all the other churches along the Lycus River. It was known for producing wool cloth.

Laodicea was decimated by a huge earthquake, but it’s population was able to rebuild its city without the help of Rome.

High above the city are mountains with sparkling white snow.                        Below flows a hot-water spring that rises out of the earth. As the snow melts, the freezing water flows down the mountains and merges with the hot springs, resulting in a lukewarm river.

Jesus used this as an illustration to warn them that He was not pleased with lukewarm spiritual behaviour.

He told them in his letter,

“I know your works; you are not hot or cold. I would love you to be one or the other,  but you are neither cold nor hot! Because you are lukewarm, I will spew (vomit) you out of my mouth.”                  Revelation 3:15,16.

God is not happy with  the middle road Christian, the casual, compromising Christian.

Some people take the High Road, Some people take the low.

Others wander on the misty flats in-between with no purpose in life.

Which one will you choose to walk!

Choose the high road. It may be sacrificial, but it’s the Greatest life you can live. It is the way of peace, joy, and a purpose for living.

Jesus set a high standard for us to follow, a life of denial of self and taking up the cross to follow Him. Matthew 16:24-25.

It’s not a miserable life of denial, but a life of gain and worth living!

There is always a resurrection into a life that is worth the living.

Amen.

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THE SEVEN CHURCHES. 

The letters to the seven churches are addressed to each one, but the message is to the Whole Church. It is worth noting that—except for Smyrna and Philadelphia—the danger from within each Church was more destructive than the danger from without. Jesus knew each church’s strengths and weaknesses. The Holy Spirit needed to work differently on each one, so He does with each of us.

We must take our eyes off the faults and failures of other Christian brothers and sisters in Christ, and and be open to the Holy Spirit to change us into His likeness and image.

Chapter 2: 1-7

EPHESUS.                        

This Church at EPHESUS was firmly established and possessed spiritual discernment. Sound doctrine was taught, but there was an absence of love. Love for Christ and one another was not as it used to be.

“You have lost your ‘first’ love.” This first love was commended by the Lord through the apostle Paul. Ephesians 1 15,16.

The first believers faced many trials in building the church, and their love for it kept them loyal and living for others who gave their all to establish it. Now, the next generation was too comfortable in their house without many challenges. They became used to the easier environment.

Jesus warns them of a severe penalty if they do not repent and change their behaviour.

A good, functional church is healthy, but there is a danger that over-involvement can sometimes keep people from spending time with Christ. I’ve seen marriages crumble and neglected children go astray due to over-church commitment.

In the average church 10 percent of people do 90 percent of the Work!

In large Churches, you can miss a service and not be noticed. You can also attend social activities instead of prayer meetings, discipleship courses, or Bible studies.

It wasn’t so much that the Ephesians had become slack in their church but they had lost their … FIRST LOVE FOR CHRIST!

The members of this Church had made a brave stand despite external pressure, but some people had become addicted to false teaching, which allowed pagan practices to creep in. This city was large, with many temples, a university, and a 200,000-book Library. Its most crucial export was parchment. It is the city from which animal-skin-based writing derived its name.

Your love for Christ must motivate everything you do in your church. When you love Him as He deserves, you will quickly learn to love others and serve Him in your Church.

SMYRNA.

Smyrna was a large city in Asia Minor. It had a fine harbour and was the political centre of this region.

I pray we will examine our lives through God’s grace and knowledge. Because our Lord Jesus’s return is soon, we need to be diligent to be ready when He comes.

The Nicolations were causing Christians to wander from sound doctrine and excuse their fleshly Desires to sin. Flesh wasn’t real, so whatever you do with your body is not counted as sin. They had gone back to the sinful old ways they practised before they were converted.

One of the city’s Chief exports was Myrrh, a fragrance that the wise men gave to Jesus at his birth.

Amen.

Smyrna was a little church, poverty-stricken but rich in all that mattered.                Jesus’s word to them was all encouragement. He was encouraging them that there was a limit to their suffering because He holds out to them the gift that goes beyond the grave.

God calls us to guard our hearts and diligently live righteous lives according to His Word. We must do this every day. We need to constantly fight the World, the Flesh and the Devil, praying always with all prayers and supplications. Don’t embrace watered-down, compromised doctrine.

The persecution that they were under was great.

Read Revelation chapter 2: 9-11.

Jesus understood what was happening and told them to focus on what was waiting for them up ahead. He speaks the same words to you today in the midst of trials of poverty and persecution.

“BE FAITHFUL UNTO DEATH AND I WILL GIVE YOU A CROWN OF LIFE.”

True suffering is not being inconvenienced or restricted by governments or higher authorities, it is far more than that.

I’m countries such as South Sudan or Northern Nigeria or Iran or North Korea or China who are suffering for the cause of Christ is real persecution.

They suffer pain and loss, they understand about being … FAITHFUL UNTO DEATH. They hold to the promise… “I WILL GIVE YOU A CROWN OF LIFE.”

If you are under constant persecution from an ungodly husband or a member of your family because you are a Christian. Hold fast to the Word of God. This promise is also for you! There is a “Crown of Life ” that awaits you.

PERGAMUM.

Jesus was very much aware that Satan’s throne was there ( Worship of the Emperor ) and the influence of evil idolatry had permeated the Church. ( A massive idol of Zeus dominated the town.)  

Many people were flocking to the Temples of Asclepius for healing.          

Theology was disturbing as they followed the teachings of Balaam and began to live like unbelievers, eating food offered to idols and participating in sexual immorality.

The minority remained faithful and keǰpt their eyes upon Jesus’ Read, Revelation,

chapter 2: 14-15.

THYATIRA will be the Church we will see next week.

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THE RISE OF THE ANTICHRIST.

He is also called the “Man of Sin”, “The man of Lawlessness.” He is publicly known as “The Beast!”

He appears after the Church’s Rapture.

Imagine the chaos that the Rapture causes; people will be traumatised, and the whole world will be panicking as their loved ones disappear before their very eyes. Then he appears. He feins Himself as God, he has all the answers but is the cleverest imposter alive. People believe that he is the Messiah and flock toward him.

This is called the “End Times” or “The Day of the Lord. “It is not a 24-hour period of time.

It is rather an extended period that includes the seven-year tribulation ( as previously mentioned) and Christ’s return to put down the rebellion against Him. This is followed by Christ’s 1,000-year reign on earth, the final defeat of Satan, and the… GREAT WHITE THRONE JUDGMENT.

The Anti-Christ, as he is called, the…                              Man of Lawlessness.

Because he will oppose in every way the God of the Bible and His Law. He is utterly lawless.

Read Daniel chapter Seven.

He promises peace.

He unites the Nations politically, economically and religiously under his dominion.

He makes a covenant with Israel to stop their sacrifices to God. He is a master of Deception.

He desecrates the Third Temple by declaring that … He is God! There by demanding sole worship.

This is the meaning of the phrase,

“ABOMINATION OF DESOLATION.” Matthew 13:14.

SATAN AT WORK!

Satan can only work through this Antichrist because he cannot become incarnate as Jesus did. He possesses and controls the Man of Sin.

Satan is worshipped  (Being his desire all along, since the temptation of Jesus at the beginning of His ministry on earth.)

He thinks that he has taken the place of God. (He is totally deluded!!)  The words of Jesus ring throughout all eternity, “WORSHIP THE  LORD YOUR GOD AND HIM ONLY YOU SHALL WORSHIP.”

Call to remembrance Philippians  Chapter 2:10,11

“EVERY KNEE SHALL BOW, EVERY TONGUE CONFESS THAT ‘HE IS LORD’ TO THE GLORY OF GOD THE FATHER. OF THINGS IN HEAVEN, ON EARTH, AND UNDER THE EARTH.”    

Everything, every created being will worship Jesus as God.

Hallelujah!!

The man of Sin is symbolised as a beast due to his evil character and violent actions. His rule is the final one of a succession of secular rulers, and his kingdom will be the last before Jesus returns to reign forever.

He has no power of his own; he is a puppet on the string of Satan, only empowered by the evil One himself.

In the first part of his rule, he will appear as a worldwide peacemaker.

During

The second three and a half years of the Tribulation, he dramatically changes from a …

“Dream maker”  to a             “Dictator.”

Those who worship Him are those whose names are6 “not” written in the “Lamb’s book of Life”

But there  are those who have turned to Christ and are “born again.”

People will come to Christ during the Tribulation, but will lay down their lives in martyrdom for His sake. They refuse to wear the Mark of the Beast.

HIS FINAL END!

When the King of all Kings comes to earth, He will fight the armies of the Ant-Christ and totally defeat them. Jesus Christ, the ALL CONQUERING ONE, THE WORD OF GOD, WILL BE THE VICTORY, THE MAJESTY AND THE GLORY.

Today, we see the hand of God already at work, bringing all things into order, ready for the coming of Christ. 

Don’t wait until things go bad, sin is rampant, and God pours wrath upon this earth 🌎. You might not want to turn to God by then!

Receive Jesus as your Lord and Saviour now. Become a follower of Him. You must do it now. Time is short, and He is coming soon. I wouldn’t want anyone to go through the horrifying Tribulation.

Please pray this prayer.

Heavenly Father, I come to you in the Name of Jesus, your Son, who loved me and gave Himself for me. Thank you for His crucifixion and resurrection. Jesus, come into my life now, forgive my sins, and save my soul. Thank you for your sacrifice on the cross. I will live for you in this world until you come back for me the last time. I make you my Lord. Fill me with your Holy Spirit that I may be empowered to live a life pleasing to you.

Amen.

If you prayed this prayer and have given your life to Christ… Tell someone, let me know so I can encourage you in your walk with Him.

Purchase a Bible.

Attend a Spirit filled Church.

Talk to Him in prayer.

Obey His Word and live for Him and you will receive the Crown of life.

Then you will reign with Him FOREVER and FOREVER.

Amen.

THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH!

The word Rapture is not actually found in the Bible. It is in Aramaic (The language spoken when Jesus was on Earth).

                                   It is interpreted as “Caught away.”

The event of the rapture is found in passages like.                          1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. And           1 Corinthians 15:51, 52. Also, such passages as Matthew 24:40-42. And 2 Thessalonians 2:1,2.

The Rapture is a secret catching away of believers, and the Second Coming (The Revelation) is a public, visible return of Christ.

The Word Rapture comes from the Latin “RAPIURA”, translated from the Greek word “HARPAZO.”         1 Thess  4:17. Translated in our Bibles as “Caught Up.”

That word occurs 14 times in the New Testament and literally means “SNATCHED AWAY—”  “SUDDENLY REMOVED.”            Jesus uses the word “snatch” in John 10:21.

“NO ONE WILL SNATCH THEM OUT OF MY  HAND. “

It is the same word,   “HARPAZO,” the same word that Paul used when he was

“Caught up” to Heaven.

Resulting in an Earthquake, followed by the defeat of the enemies of God. Jesus comes “on”  the clouds, and every eye will see Him. This is when He brings judgment upon the earth, His public appearance.

The closest meaning is: 

“To be removed from one place to another.”

When the “Rapture” happens, Jesus will come to meet us in “the air.” This is the first private coming for His own body, the Church.                                                     1 Thessalonians.  4:16-17.

The “Second Coming” (also called the Revelation) is when the Lord descends with his previously raptured Saints to the Earth and stands upon the Mount of Olives.

The moment His feet touch the ground, the Mount of Olives splits apart.

The Rapture is our “Up and Away” time. At the Second Coming, we will be “on” the clouds with Jesus.

Dear reader, your view may differ from this. Please don’t allow it to divide you from those who are of another opinion. The Bible is too Holy to be arguing about. It is never meant to break up friendships.

Don’t use the Bible to suit your mind; allow it to change your thinking when you could be somewhat wrong.

All we need to know is: He’s coming back as a thief in the night! To take His own out of sight! To dwell eternally with Him. Amen, Hallelujah!

Are you ready when He comes?

THE TIMING OF THE RAPTURE.

The Rapture is God’s removal of His people from this Earth. Paul states this in 1 Thessalonians 5:9.                        Take the time to read the references.

When does it occur?

The timing of the Rapture in relation to the Tribulation is one of the most controversial issues in the Church today.

Their are three primary views about when it will take place.

PRE-TRIBULATION.                              The rapture will happen “before” the Great Tribulation.              

MID-TRIBULATION.  It will occur near the “midpoint ” of the great Tribulation.

POST- TRIBULATION. It will take place at the end of the Tribulation.                

There is a fourth view, which is believed to be that there is no Rapture at all. There is “one” coming at the end of all things!

TRIBULATION. The time when God pours His wrath out upon the Earth.

First, we must recognise the purpose of the Tribulation. According to Daniel Chapter 9:27, a seven-year period is yet to come. Daniel’s prophecy is about the Nation of Israel, a period when God deals explicitly with them. The Church could be a part of that time.

“GOD DID NOT APPOINT US TO SUFFER (HIS) WRATH, BUT TO RECEIVE SALVATION THROUGH OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST.” NIV.

The book of Revelation reveals “how” God will pour out His wrath upon the Earth.                                    It seems inconsistent for God to promise us as believers that we will not suffer His wrath and yet leave us to suffer through the wrath of the Tribulation.

I can understand that some Christians are currently under severe persecution, losing loved ones, their homes and their places of worship. And those who are in jail, being tortured for their faith, would think they are in the Great Tribulation today.

Could it be they are suffering the wrath of ungodly man instigated by the Evil One?

The wrath of God is far greater than what they are suffering, as horrific as it is. His wrath is cataclysmic and Universal. Jesus calls it the “Hour of Trial” that will come upon the whole Earth.

What happens?

 After three and a half years of Tribulation, there is “The Great Tribulation.” It is like never before or after the creation of the world.         Matthew 24:21.  

A day of great distress, called “Jacob’s trouble.” Jeremiah 30:7 NKJV Version. So called, “The day of the Lord.”

Please read,

Zephaniah 1:15,16

Various Divine judgments, celestial disturbances, and terrible plagues mark the Great Tribulation—Revelation 6:16, where the 3rd of the Earth is destroyed at different times.

But God, in His great mercy, limits the duration of these horrific trials.

As Jesus Christ said, there will be days of distress unequalled again. If the Lord did not decide to cut them short no one would survive!

Mark 13:19,20.

This could mean two things.

God will protect us “in” the middle of the trial.

Or God will deliver us “out” of the trials. Both could be valid.

But we need to recognise that He promises to keep us “from” those trials.

That means the Rapture is His method for our escape from the Great Tribulation.

The Rapture is the Groom coming for the Bride! And we are going to the marriage feast to be presented to Him “without spot or blemish or any such thing.”

We do not need to go through the tribulation to be made ready to meet Him in the air. The finished work of Christ is enough! 

What if I feel afraid?

I’m sure many of you feel this way.

FOCUS UPON JESUS!

The vision of Jesus Christ was so incredible that, “he fell at His feet as dead, with no breath at all left in him.” Jesus says,

Do not be afraid, “I AM” the first and the last, The “Living One;”  I was dead and now look I  am alive for ever and ever.”

                Revelation 1:17. Gaze at Jesus in all His brilliance and endless rule.

Amen.

HURRY UP, JESUS, COME SOON!

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AUTHOR, JOHN THE APOSTLE.

THE ORIGINAL AUTHOR: JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD.

John was the penman who was told to write these things for all to read.

Four times the Author refers to himself simply as, JOHN. Chapter 1:1,4,9. Chapter 22:8.

The reason being that he was so well known to his readers and his Spiritual authority was so widely acknowledged that he did not need to establish his credentials.

Early church tradition unanimously attributes this book to the Apostle John.

OCCASION AND PURPOSE.

Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, John had no doubt been reflecting upon the horrifying events occurring both in Rome and Jerusalem when God downloaded the impending Prophetic revelation to him, such as the Spiritual warfare that would confront the Christian Church, which would be from an anti-Christian state and anti-Christian religions.

John, as a Pastor, wanted to encourage the persecuted Christians by comforting, challenging and proclaiming a sure “Hope” of Jesus Christ’s return together with the assurance that God’s plan would overcome all the forces of evil in all its manifestations.

The book of Revelation gives a forecast of history, including it’s Apocalyptic conclusion.

John never lost sight of sharing the Gospel with those who were not living in the Kingdom of Light. See Revelation 22:17.

THE MESSAGE.

The Central message of Revelation is:

THE LORD GOD OMNIPOTENT, ALL-POWERFUL REIGNS—chapter 19:6.

THE VICTORY OF THE LAMB. Who is…

“KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.” Chapter 17:14.

The followers of the Lamb will be engaged in spiritual conflict and this book provides a deeper insight into the the evil nature and tactics of the Enemy.

Satan (Dragon) is becoming more and more frustrated because Jesus defeated him on the cross, and is very angry due to the restraints put upon him is desperate to thwart the plans and purposes of God that will bring his inevitable doom.

Satan will form a counterfeit “trinity” to make war upon the Saints. (Christians) Chapters 12,13..

As the Dragon he counterfeits God the Father.

As the Antichrist, he counterfeits Jesus as a political authority.After receiving a fatal wound rises again ( as Jesus rose again) and demands worship.

The False Prophet counterfeits the Holy Spirit, performing deceptive miracles.

He raises the “Beast,” the monster who is the Antichrist. This Government, a Political power to rule the World, will provide a society devoid of God and His Word. This is termed the Harlot, Chapter 17:18.

Those alive at this time must bear the Mark of the “Beast.”

If they choose to do so, they have aligned themselves with the Evil one, and their names are not written in the “Lamb’s Book of Life.”

PERSONAL APPLICATION.

We need to believe that God is the Creator of all things that pertain to your life. Such as family, economic society, and Government.

Satan cannot create anything, and he tempts us to misuse what God has. If you are alive, you must choose which Government to obey.

You must stay very close to the Lord, praying with all prayers and supplication and courageously endure and accept the dire consequences of obeying the “One,” whose seal you bear. Mark 12:16,17.

This is already happening in the World today.

After you have suffered the depths of persecution, you will emerge victorious and reign with Him.

God, at this time, is utilising all the forces of evil to accomplish His own purposes.

Dear Christian, for those of you who are suffering persecution for the sake of Christ, know that your suffering is not in vain or needless or for no meaning. God promises that you ultimately you will be vindicated.

Your hope and courage are – you have the certainty that the Enemy has been defeated and is very much doomed. As a follower of the Lamb, you are not fighting a losing cause.                                   Jesus has overcome, and therefore, you are an overcomer in Him. In Him you have the victory. If you are overcoming opposition now, it will give you the strength to stand firm when it intensifies later.

He is with you, never to leave or forsake you. You are “more” than conquerors through Him who loves you passionately.

Yes, it’s difficult, but don’t give up, don’t compromise your convictions. Remember the Evil One’s judgement and doom is soon to come.

Listen to the Holy Spirit and be faithful until death; He will give you a crown of life. Your ultimate victory is in the Exalted Christ. When He was raised from the dead, he is enthroned in Heaven as King over all the Earth. God in Heaven and God on Earth. 🌍

He is the Lion of Judah and is the only one, “Worthy” to Open the seals on the Scroll. He is the only one who can execute God’s purposes on Earth.

THE LAMB,

The sacrificial lamb is mentioned 20 times in Revelation.

Jesus the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the World.

The one who has the rightful authority and power to control all the forces of the Evil One for your salvation, deliverance, and healing.

Hey!!

THE LAMB IS ON THE THRONE!!

Chapters 4:1-5, 14. and 22:3. If you want to be enriched, then take the time to read the references.

Amen.

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INTRODUCTION. Allow me to explain that these messages on Revelation are lengthy but of the utmost importance. Please read them slowly and carefully, and don’t skip through as you would a field of flowers; you will miss many a deep revelation that God has for you.

One can never get too much of the Word of God!!

Revelation is the last book in the Bible, and it is perhaps the most neglected, generally disregarded, and shunned of all the books written in God’s Word.

If you see this excellent book as the Word of God and not the word of men, and believe it to be directly from God, you will find hope and happiness in your life.

No other book opens with a promise of blessing upon the one who reads it, primarily upon those who hear, believe and obey everything written therein.

Yet there are warnings to heed if you subtract or add to its message because the message is of the utmost importance and supreme value.

In it, we find the consummation ( bringing into perfection ) of all of God’s works and plans. The climax of all His promises and challenges with men. When every promise and prophecy finds its fulfilment.

In the first book of the Bible, Genesis, we have the “beginning of all.” In Revelation, we will experience the “end of all.”

It is a difficult book to read and understand, as many renowned Preachers have differing opinions about its meaning.

A critic once came to C.H. Spurgeon, the prince of preachers and asked him.  “What does Revelation mean.”

With a twinkle in his eye, Spurgeon replied, “Why, I can tell you what it means. It means what it says.”

The answer to that question would take a long time—it may take a century, as it is still unfolding.

Though mysterious, the word “Revelation” means “Unveiling.” The word Apocalypse means removing the veil of mystery and concealment.

As you read the book with me, let us pray for the Holy Spirit’s understanding and discernment to teach us its significance and focal message as we apply it to our circumstances. He is the Spirit of Truth and will lead us into “All Truth ” and give us the right approach to it.

FOUR DIFFERENT APPROACHES.

Speaking broadly, there are four different approaches whereby scholars interpret it.

PRAETORIST.

HISTORIST.

IDEALIST.

FUTURIST.

Firstly, the PRAETORIST sees the greater part of the book already fulfilled in the history of the Church. They base this upon chapter one, which says, “Write the things you have seen and the things that are, and the things which will come to pass in the future.”

Secondly, the HISTORIANS. (presentists) See a Prophetic programme covering history from the days of the Apostles to the end of time in the book. They teach that the book is unfolding throughout our present age.

IDEALIST. Thirdly the Idealist take the book of Revelation as to what is still in the future.

They accept that the letters to the seven churches cover successive stages in history. But after this, they say that future events will occur shortly before and some actually at the coming of Christ. Then, chapter 20 leads through the Millennium to the final judgement of mankind, and the last two chapters bring us into the “New Heaven and the New Earth.”

WHICH VIEW IS CORRECT?

Many impressive men of God have associated themselves with each view.

IDEALIST VIEW… They take the position that what is unveiled is Prophetic.

PRAETORIAN VIEW… They believe that what is unveiled is Prophetic, yet to be fulfilled. Things were not fulfilled by the fall of the Roman Empire in the 5th Cenury.                  They hook the symbols to events that have already taken place in history.

For example, the seven vials refer to the judgement of the Papacy of the Roman Catholic Church and Muhamadism in  the 19th Century.

FUTURISM. This I think is the correct interpretation as it fits into the whole scheme of Biblical prediction.

What is the whole picture?

The Old Testament prophecy repeatedly foretell the coming of the Royal Christ who will reign on David’s throne in Jerusalem over a regathered and a regenerated Israel and rule over the Gentile people.

But there is also a strain of Messianic prediction which has shown Jesus the Messiah as the Suffering Servant who has brought     Salvation to all men everywhere.

There is one Messiah with two comings… First: The suffering servant.

Second: As King of King’s seated upon David’s throne.

Also there is a mention of a tribulation of such magnitude that has never been before.

To keep us on track our guiding principle is not to think that if any part of Scripture is symbolical then it is “all symbolical.”

Or, if any part of Scripture is literal, then “all is literal.” That is a sweeping assumption.

Here in the portrait of Jesus, we have both the symbolic and the literal view of Him.

In reality, He is portrayed as:

One who is like the “Son of Man.”

1. Clothed with a garment down to His feet.
2. A golden girdle around His chest.
3. His hair as white as snow.
4. His eyes, a flame of fire.
5. His feet the colour of brass
6. His voice was the sound of many waters.
7. He holds many stars in His right hand.
8. Coming from His mouth is a double edged sword.
9. His face shone as bright as the sun.       

Hey, this is the Risen Christ! The One whom we worship and love, the…

ALL- CONQUERING ONE.

THE OVERCOMER.

THE KING OF KINGS, THE LORD OF LORDS.

OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR, JESUS CHRIST.

This Almighty Christ, God Himself, is your closest friend. It is hard to imagine in our finite minds the “Glory and Splendour” of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

Yet, when we shall see Him, we shall be like Him! For we will see Him as he is.

Hallelujah!😀

There is symbolism in these aspects of Christ, but John saw Jesus in reality, not just a symbolic representation.

So in this book of Revelation we see symbolism grouped around central, literal truth and reality.

Amen.

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