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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As Christians, the only correct answer is, an adopted child of God! We know that we are adopted if we have the life of God in us and are pursuing Him. And as adopted children, we are to live sanctified lives by being filled and led by the Holy Spirit.
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Jesus said, “It is not those who are healthy who need a physician, but those who are sick; I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” How many of us know that we need a soul doctor? The great physician, Jesus Christ, is always available, will give us a perfect diagnosis (if we allow Him), has the complete cure, and even pays the bill! Only sick and broken people are invited… Are you invited to the banqueting table of Jesus? Will you accept His invitation?
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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 Youth Ministry Team teaches us about first being a living sacrifice for the Lord and being set apart from the world, then about using our unique gifts to glorify Him, and finally about being aligned with Christ. Are we dedicating our lives fully to God? What are our gifts, and are we using them the way God wants us to? If we call ourselves Christians, do we look like Jesus?
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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!”
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