Prophecy 101

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Therefore, where applicable, referring to the original language of the scriptures being presented is vital to obtain the appropriate context, understanding, and meaning of specific words, passages, or phrases etc. for a thorough, proper examination. All scripture is God-breathed with the Holy Spirit. 2 Timothy 3:16.

This information is to be used for the instruction and edification of the Church after prayer and careful deliberation is completed by church leadership to decide how best to continue the witnessing work of the gospel of Jesus Christ in spirit and in truth. John 4:24

To get the most out of your personal study, it is recommended that you use an interlinear Bible that provides many scriptural references. Keep in mind that the Holy Scriptures interpret themselves. Therefore, the interlinear notes cross reference many scriptures, which helps to give you proper understanding. You should use the content on this page as a guide. Specifically, it is wise and pertinent that you study the Word of GOD to test that these things written are true. This is actually a requirement for those who seek to find the truth.

This is a chart of the Seven Seals of Revelation that coincide with the Great Tribulation. 

THE BOOK OF REVELATION and THE GOSPELS

Now, what about this mysterious book of Revelation? The mysteries of the gospel can best be summarized by a thorough understanding of the book of Revelation. The book of Revelation is simply that, a revelation or “unveiling” of things to come. Apostle John was inspired to write Christ’s words as a witness for the generation mentioned in the book of Matthew and Luke. Revelation 1:1-3; Matthew 24:14-28. Our belief is that we are the generation Christ spoke of.

The book of Revelation was intentionally shrouded in symbology. Christ wanted to seal up the prophesies contained in this book just as He often spoke in parables, analogies, and metaphors during His earthly ministry. He knew that those with wisdom, His people, would be able to uncover the hidden meaning of His words.

The gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John provide us a vivid account of the ministry of Christ. We can find passages in the book of Revelation that provide us with information that reveals its true meaning concerning the end of this world. The same goes with the prophets of old. Many of their writings have a double fulfillment: one for the nation of Israel’s past and future. Revelation shows the culmination of all of the biblical writers’ inspired promises.

Specifically, we can see that God’s purpose is to create a new heavens and a new earth, with New Jerusalem at its center. The kingdom of God being restored-a marriage of the bridegroom and His bride.

Therefore, our generation will surely not pass away before all of the prophecies Christ spoke of over 2000 years ago have been fulfilled. People will die; however, a “number no one could count” will live to see prophecy fulfilled. Matthew 24:34; Revelation 7:9-17.

THE SEVEN CHURCHES OF ASIA

The Seven Churches of Asia are mentioned in the Book of Revelation, the last book of the New Testament, which is a prophetic work attributed to the Apostle John. These churches were located in the Roman province of Asia, which is in modern-day Turkey. The Apostle John addresses specific messages to each of these churches, which are found in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. These messages include commendations, criticisms, and promises, and they are believed to have both immediate relevance to the churches at the time and broader spiritual significance for churches and believers throughout the ages.

Here is a brief overview of each of the Seven Churches and the messages they received:

1. **Ephesus (Revelation 2:1-7):** Known for its hard work and perseverance, the church in Ephesus is commended for its stand against false apostles. However, it is criticized for having forsaken its first love. The church is called to repent and do the works it did at first, with the promise of the right to eat from the tree of life in the paradise of God.

2. **Smyrna (Revelation 2:8-11):** This church is commended for its afflictions and poverty yet being rich spiritually. It faces slander and is warned about upcoming suffering. The message to Smyrna is one of encouragement to remain faithful, even to the point of death, with the promise of the crown of life and protection from the second death.

3. **Pergamum (Revelation 2:12-17):** Pergamum is recognized for holding fast to the name of Jesus in a city where Satan has his throne. However, it is rebuked for some members holding to the teachings of Balaam and the Nicolaitans. The church is called to repent, with the promise of hidden manna and a white stone with a new name written on it for those who overcome.

4. **Thyatira (Revelation 2:18-29):** This church is praised for its love, service, faith, and patience. Yet, it is criticized for tolerating the prophetess Jezebel, who leads believers into sexual immorality and eating food sacrificed to idols. Those who do not hold to her teachings are encouraged to hold fast, with the promise of authority over nations and the morning star to the one who overcomes.

5. **Sardis (Revelation 3:1-6):** Sardis has a reputation for being alive, but it is found to be dead. The church is urged to wake up and strengthen what remains. Those in Sardis who have not soiled their garments are promised to walk with Jesus in white, for they are worthy.

6. **Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13):** The church in Philadelphia is commended for its little strength, keeping God's word, and not denying Jesus' name. It is promised an open door that no one can shut, protection from the hour of trial coming upon the whole world, and the promise to be made a pillar in the temple of God for those who overcome.

7. **Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-22):** Laodicea is criticized for being lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—and is warned about being spit out of Jesus' mouth. The church is admonished for its complacency, thinking itself rich and needing nothing while being wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked. It is counseled to buy refined gold, white clothes, and eye salve. Jesus stands at the door and knocks, offering fellowship to anyone who hears His voice and opens the door.

Each message to the Seven Churches of Asia concludes with the exhortation, "Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches." These messages have been interpreted in various ways throughout Christian history, often seen as timeless exhortations, warnings, and promises relevant to all believers. They offer insight into the challenges and spiritual conditions faced by early Christian communities and serve as a call to faithfulness, repentance, and perseverance for Christians today.

THE SEVEN SEALS 

The Seven Seals are a series of apocalyptic visions given to the Apostle John, which he recorded in the Book of Revelation, chapters 6 through 8. These seals are opened by the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ, and with each seal, a new vision or event is revealed, symbolizing various aspects of God's plan for judgment and redemption. The interpretation of these seals has been the subject of much theological debate and is viewed differently among various Christian traditions. Below is a brief overview of the seven seals, with a general interpretation that aims to capture themes commonly acknowledged across Christian thought.

1. **First Seal - The White Horse (Revelation 6:1-2):** The rider on the white horse is often interpreted as representing conquest. He carries a bow and is given a crown, riding out as a conqueror bent on conquest. Some see this figure as Christ or the Gospel going forth to conquer hearts, while others view it as symbolizing false christs or leaders deceiving and conquering through warfare. We believe it is the first beast because Jesus is seen at Revelation 19:11-14 as having many crowns and is called "faithful and true" so it could not be Him. 

2. **Second Seal - The Red Horse (Revelation 6:3-4):** The rider on the red horse is granted the power to take peace from the earth and make people kill each other. This seal is commonly understood as representing war and bloodshed.

3. **Third Seal - The Black Horse (Revelation 6:5-6):** The rider on the black horse holds a pair of scales, symbolizing famine. The voice among the four living creatures speaks of a day's wages for a quart of wheat or three quarts of barley, indicating scarcity and economic hardship, but also commands not to damage the oil and wine, hinting at inequality in these hardships.

4. **Fourth Seal - The Pale Horse (Revelation 6:7-8):** The rider named Death, with Hades following close behind, is given authority over a fourth of the earth to kill by sword, famine, plague, and wild beasts. This seal represents death in various forms, emphasizing the fragility of life and the inevitability of death.

5. **Fifth Seal - The Cry of the Martyrs (Revelation 6:9-11):** This seal reveals the souls of those who had been slain for the word of God and their testimony. They cry out for justice, and they are each given a white robe and told to rest a little longer until the full number of their fellow servants and brothers would be killed just as they had been. This seal symbolizes the persecution of believers and the call for patient endurance and faithfulness until God's justice prevails.

6. **Sixth Seal - Cosmic Disturbances (Revelation 6:12-17):** The opening of this seal causes a great earthquake, the sun turns black, the moon becomes like blood, and stars fall from the sky. This imagery of cosmic upheaval symbolizes God's judgment and the shaking of earthly and heavenly realms, calling people to repentance in the face of God's impending final judgment.

7. **Seventh Seal - Silence in Heaven (Revelation 8:1):** When the Lamb opens the seventh seal, there is silence in heaven for about half an hour, followed by the preparation for the seven trumpets. The silence is often interpreted as a solemn pause before God's judgments continue, signifying the seriousness of what is to come and the prayers of the saints ascending before God.

The Seven Seals, as part of the larger apocalyptic vision in Revelation, serve to reveal the challenges, judgments, and ultimate restoration that precede the establishment of God's kingdom. They are a call to repentance, faithfulness, and hope in God's sovereignty and justice. Interpretations vary, with some viewing the events as historical, others as future, and still others as symbolic of spiritual truths applicable throughout the church age. Regardless of one's interpretive stance, the central message remains one of God's sovereignty over history and the call to faithfulness amidst trials.

THE 144,000

The 144,000 is a group mentioned in the Book of Revelation, specifically in chapters 7 and 14, and has been the subject of various interpretations and speculations within Christian eschatology. The passages describe the 144,000 in symbolic terms, highlighting their role and characteristics in the events of the end times. Here's a summary of the biblical passages concerning the 144,000:

1. **Revelation 7:1-8** describes the sealing of 144,000 servants of God on their foreheads, from all the tribes of the children of Israel. Each of the twelve tribes contributes 12,000 individuals to this total. This sealing protects them from the impending judgments that are to come upon the earth.

2. **Revelation 14:1-5** provides a further description of the 144,000. They are seen standing with the Lamb, Jesus Christ, on Mount Zion. They have the Lamb's name and His Father's name written on their foreheads. The text describes them as those who have not defiled themselves with women, for they are virgins; it is they who follow the Lamb wherever He goes. They have been redeemed from mankind as firstfruits for God and the Lamb, and in their mouth no lie was found, for they are blameless.

The identity and nature of the 144,000 have been interpreted in various ways:

- **Literal Interpretation:** Some understand the 144,000 literally as 12,000 individuals from each of the twelve tribes of Israel, emphasizing a future role for ethnic Israel in God’s redemptive plan. This view often associates their sealing with physical protection during the tribulations described in Revelation.

- **Symbolic Interpretation:** Others see the number and the description symbolically, representing the totality of God's people (both Jews and Gentiles) who are faithful to Christ. The number 144,000 (12 tribes x 12 apostles x 1,000) is seen as symbolic of completeness or perfection, rather than a literal count. This interpretation emphasizes the spiritual purity and dedication of these believers, who are set apart for God’s purposes.

- **Historicist or Sectarian Interpretations:** Some groups have identified themselves or a specific subset of believers as the 144,000, often with an emphasis on their particular religious practices or beliefs as qualifying them for this role.

We believe the number is literal of specially selected individuals who will reign with Christ during the millennium as priests or kings who are killed for not taking the mark of the beast. They are the first resurrection. They can be either Jewish or Gentile as all are grafted in as heirs of Abraham.  The next chapter writes about the Great Multitude who no man can count; yet, the 144,000 is a specific number of those chosen for their faith in Yeshua.

Regardless of the varied interpretations, the passages concerning the 144,000 in Revelation serve to encourage and assure believers of God's protection, sovereignty, and the ultimate victory of good over evil. They highlight the importance of faithfulness, purity, and dedication to God and the Lamb. These texts, like much of Revelation, use rich symbolic imagery to convey spiritual truths and future realities, offering hope and calling for perseverance in the faith amidst trials and tribulations.

THE SEVEN TRUMPETS

The seven trumpets are introduced in the Book of Revelation, which is the last book of the New Testament and the Bible. This book is a revelation given to John, who was exiled on the island of Patmos. The seven trumpets are part of a series of prophetic visions that reveal judgments from God upon the earth. They are sounded by seven angels and with each trumpet sound, a new judgment is unleashed.

1. **The First Trumpet** (Revelation 8:7): "The first angel sounded, and there followed hail and fire mingled with blood, and they were cast upon the earth: and the third part of trees was burnt up, and all green grass was burnt up."

2. **The Second Trumpet** (Revelation 8:8-9): "And the second angel sounded, and as it were a great mountain burning with fire was cast into the sea: and the third part of the sea became blood; And the third part of the creatures which were in the sea, and had life, died; and the third part of the ships were destroyed."

3. **The Third Trumpet** (Revelation 8:10-11): "And the third angel sounded, and there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp, and it fell upon the third part of the rivers, and upon the fountains of waters; And the name of the star is called Wormwood: and the third part of the waters became wormwood; and many men died of the waters, because they were made bitter."

4. **The Fourth Trumpet** (Revelation 8:12): "And the fourth angel sounded, and the third part of the sun was smitten, and the third part of the moon, and the third part of the stars; so as the third part of them was darkened, and the day shone not for a third part of it, and the night likewise."

Then, before the final three trumpets, an eagle flying through the midst of heaven says, "Woe, woe, woe, to the inhabiters of the earth by reason of the other voices of the trumpet of the three angels, which are yet to sound!" (Revelation 8:13).

5. **The Fifth Trumpet** (Revelation 9:1-11): This trumpet brings a plague of locusts that come from the Abyss, described as being like horses prepared for battle, with crowns of gold, faces of men, hair of women, teeth of lions, and tails like scorpions. They were given power to torment those who do not have the seal of God on their foreheads for five months.

6. **The Sixth Trumpet** (Revelation 9:13-21): This trumpet releases four angels who are bound at the great river Euphrates, and they are given power to kill a third of mankind by three plagues: fire, smoke, and brimstone.

7. **The Seventh Trumpet** (Revelation 11:15-19): "And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great voices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever." With the sounding of the seventh trumpet, God's mystery is finished, as He declared to His servants the prophets. It signals the final victory of God and the establishment of His kingdom.

The seven trumpets in the Book of Revelation symbolize a series of divine judgments from God, but like much of Revelation, they are rich in symbolic meaning and have been interpreted in various ways by theologians and scholars throughout Christian history. Here are some layers of symbolism associated with the seven trumpets:

1. **Divine Judgment and Warning**: The trumpets primarily symbolize God's judgment upon the earth. They serve as warnings to humanity, urging repentance before the final judgment. Just as the trumpets in ancient warfare signaled the start of an attack, these trumpets announce the coming of God's judgments.

2. **The Power and Sovereignty of God**: The cataclysmic events unleashed by the trumpets demonstrate God's power over creation and His sovereignty. The judgments affect the natural world, humanity, and the spiritual realm, showing that nothing is beyond God's control.

3. **The Call for Repentance**: The judgments serve as severe mercies intended to lead people to repentance. Revelation 9:20-21, following the fifth and sixth trumpets, notes the failure of humanity to repent despite the severity of the judgments: "And the rest of the men which were not killed by these plagues yet repented not of the works of their hands..."

4. **The Unfolding of God's Redemptive Plan**: The trumpets, especially the seventh, also symbolize the progression towards the ultimate fulfillment of God's plan for redemption and the establishment of His kingdom. The seventh trumpet heralds the victory of God and the reign of Christ, marking a turning point towards the final defeat of evil and the restoration of all things.

5. **The Protection of God's People**: Amid the judgments, there is also a theme of protection for those who belong to God. Before the trumpets sound, Revelation 7 describes the sealing of 144,000 servants of God from the tribes of Israel, symbolizing God's preservation of His faithful servants through trials and tribulations.

6. **Spiritual Warfare**: The events described also symbolize the ongoing spiritual battle between good and evil, highlighting the cosmic scope of the conflict between God and the forces of Satan.

7. **The Fulfillment of Prophecy**: The trumpets echo themes from Old Testament prophecies, such as those found in Ezekiel and Zechariah, showcasing the continuity of God's revelation and the fulfillment of His promises.

Understanding the seven trumpets and their symbolism requires recognizing the genre of apocalyptic literature, which Revelation is a part of. This literature uses vivid imagery, symbols, and numbers to convey truths about God, humanity, and the spiritual realm, especially concerning the end times and God's ultimate victory.

THE TWO WITNESSES

Through the power of Yahweh and His Messiah, the two witnesses will arrive. Being sent by Jesus, these two prophets will testify on behalf of our Savior. The two witnesses will have power to smite the earth with plagues, and they will be able to annihilate their enemies. Jesus, during His earthly existence, allowed the apostles to see a vision of the two witnesses who are symbolically “Elijah” and “Moses”.

This vision can be understood because of the deliberate use of “fire coming out of their mouths” and ‘striking the earth with all plagues.” These two anointed ones or (sons of oil literally translated from the Hebrew) were selected by Christ Himself as the “two olive branches who stand beside the lord of the whole earth.” Zechariah 4:11-14; Revelation 11; Matthew 17: 1-13.

With the above understanding from the book of Zechariah, we see that the two witnesses cannot be the old and new testaments because of the Hebrew. It was the error of the translation that has caused this prophecy to be misinterpreted. Any Hebrew scholar will confirm that this is truth. Also, there is no scriptural support for the witnesses being the actual Moses and Elijah. The Scriptures actually prove otherwise.

Once the testimony of Jesus Christ has come to an end, the beast that “comes out of the bottomless pit” will wage war against these prophets of God and kill them. Yet, after three and a half days, these men will be resurrected and will amaze the world by ascending to heaven at the sound of loud voice! Then soon afterward, a great earthquake will cause a tenth of Jerusalem to fall and kill seven thousand people.

Those who survive give glory to the God of heaven. Scripture tells us the resurrection of the two witnesses, the great earthquake in Israel, and the survivors who praise God ends the second woe to the earth! Revelation 11: 7-14.

THE WOMAN AND THE DRAGON

Revelation 12 is a richly symbolic chapter that portrays a cosmic drama involving a woman, a dragon, and a male child, among other elements. This passage, like much of Revelation, communicates through vivid imagery and symbolism, which has been interpreted in various ways throughout Christian history. Here are the primary symbols and their common interpretations:

1. **The Woman**: The woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars, is often interpreted to represent Israel, the church, or both. The twelve stars may symbolize the twelve tribes of Israel or the twelve apostles. The woman's role as the mother of the male child who is to rule all nations with a rod of iron (an allusion to Psalm 2:9) often points to Mary, the mother of Jesus, in a more immediate sense, but more broadly to God's people through whom the Messiah came and who suffer persecution.

2. **The Male Child**: The male child is widely understood to symbolize Jesus Christ, who was born into the world to establish God's kingdom. His ascension to God and His throne is reflected in the child being "caught up unto God, and to his throne."

3. **The Dragon**: The great red dragon with seven heads and ten horns is identified in the text as Satan or the devil (Revelation 12:9). The dragon's attempt to devour the male child at birth and its subsequent war against the woman and her offspring symbolize Satan's opposition to Christ, His gospel, and His people throughout history.

4. **The War in Heaven**: The battle between Michael and his angels and the dragon (Satan) represents the spiritual warfare taking place in the heavenly realms. Satan's defeat and expulsion from heaven highlight the victory of Christ through His death and resurrection, ensuring Satan's ultimate defeat, despite his ongoing efforts to wage war against the followers of Christ on earth.

5. **The Woman's Persecution and Flight**: The woman's flight into the wilderness, where she is nourished for a time, times, and half a time, symbolizes the period of protection and sustenance God provides for His people amidst persecution. The wilderness is a motif of testing and dependence on God, reminiscent of Israel's journey in the desert. We believe Yahweh has a place prepared for His people during this period of tribulation. 

6. **The Rest of the Woman's Offspring**: The offspring of the woman "which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ," represent believers or the Church. Their conflict with the dragon reflects the ongoing struggle and persecution faced by Christians in the world.

Revelation 12 serves as a cosmic tableau that portrays the ongoing struggle between good and evil from the birth of Christ to the end times. It emphasizes the protection and victory of God's people through Christ's power, despite the persistent threats and persecution from Satan. The chapter reassures believers of God's sovereignty, the certainty of His ultimate victory, and the imperative to remain faithful amidst trials.

THE BEAST OUT OF THE SEA (THE FIRST BEAST) AND THE FALSE PROPHET

Revelation 13 introduces two beasts, emerging from the sea and the earth, that play significant roles in the apocalyptic visions shared by John. These figures are symbolic and have been the subject of extensive theological interpretation, reflecting the complexities and the depth of apocalyptic literature. Here is an overview of these two beasts and their symbolism:

The First Beast (from the sea)

- **Description**: The first beast is described as rising out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, with crowns on its horns, and on its heads blasphemous names. It resembled a leopard, but had feet like a bear's and a mouth like a lion's. The dragon (Satan) gives the beast his power, throne, and great authority. One of its heads seemed to have a mortal wound, but its mortal wound was healed, leading the whole earth to marvel and follow the beast.

- **Symbolism**: This beast is commonly interpreted as representing oppressive political systems or governments that demand allegiance and worship, standing in opposition to God and persecuting His people. The imagery of the leopard, bear, and lion might signify the power, ferocity, and dominion of this entity. The healed mortal wound has been seen as a counterfeit resurrection, mimicking Christ’s resurrection, to deceive and gain followers. We believe that one of the Pope's will 'reappear" to deceive even the elect if that were possible. We believe that Pope John II will be this pope who will trick the world into worshipping him, demand an image of himself to be erected, and have the world take his mark on their right hand or forehead. This will probably be a tattoo that has some form of technology attached to it so that people can buy and sell. 

- **Purpose**: It speaks great blasphemies against God, wages war against the saints, and has authority over every tribe, people, language, and nation. All inhabitants of the earth, whose names have not been written in the Book of Life, will worship the beast.

The Second Beast (from the earth) The False Prophet 

- **Description**: The second beast emerges from the earth and has two horns like a lamb but speaks like a dragon. It exercises all the authority of the first beast and compels the earth and its inhabitants to worship the first beast, whose deadly wound was healed.

- **Symbolism**: This beast is often interpreted as false prophets, deceptive religious leaders, or systems that promote idolatry, false doctrines, and persecution of true believers. The lamb-like horns suggest an appearance of innocence or Christ-likeness, but its dragon-like speech reveals its true satanic nature. We believe this person will be Barack Obama who will cause all to receive the mark of the beast in worship of the first beast, Pope John Paul II. 

- **Purpose**: It performs great signs, even making fire come down from heaven to the earth in the sight of people, and deceives them by the signs it is allowed to perform. It orders the people to make an image for the first beast, which it gives breath to, so that the image could even speak and cause those who would not worship the image of the beast to be slain. It also causes all, small and great, rich and poor, free and slave, to receive a mark on their right hand or their forehead, without which they cannot buy or sell. The mark is the name of the beast or the number of its name, which is 666.

Overall Interpretation

Revelation 13 portrays the total opposition to God through the collaborative efforts of political and religious systems or entities symbolized by the two beasts. They mimic and counterfeit God’s power and Christ’s authority to deceive humanity, demanding worship and allegiance that belongs only to God. The chapter serves as a warning to believers to remain steadfast in their faith, discerning the true nature of worldly powers, and to resist the allure of false doctrines and idolatry, trusting in God’s ultimate victory over evil.

THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND THE SEVEN CHURCHES

At the sound of the seventh trumpet, the Father and the Son have proclaimed the Kingdom of Heaven on earth…kingdoms of the earth will be their kingdoms. No more false predictions and wolves in sheep’s clothing in the Church. Yahweh has allowed Jesus Christ to commend and/or reprove the Church to keep it clean and Holy.

Therefore, the seven churches are literally of the first-century faithful and symbolically of the 21st century; the seven churches are in existence during the events mentioned in the book of Revelation. Each of these Churches will receive judgment or praise according to their works. Revelation 11: 15-19; Revelation 2-3.

Remember, Satan and a third of the angels or “stars” will seek to destroy the Church; however, God will protect His people just as He did in the days of Moses and Elijah. Thus the woman (or Church in biblical symbolism) will be “carried away to the wilderness”. Revelation 12:1-6. This "wilderness" is a special place Yahweh has created for His people to live during the wrath of the beast power and of course, Satan.

Remember, the time has come for us to make a stand for Christ. The 144, 000 anointed remnant of spiritual Israel are beginning to prepare mankind for the final days of this wicked world. We will explain to you what Christ has revealed to us by the power of God’s Holy Spirit. Soon, Jesus Christ will empower His people to do great things by enabling us to spread His gospel throughout the earth in a very rapid manner just as in the days of the first-century church.

Though Yah is ever-unchanging, He realizes that our generation has become inundated with technology; therefore, any appropriate method to do His will is totally acceptable as long as it is delivered in “spirit and in truth.” John 4:24.

THE REMNANT AND THE GREAT MULTITUDE

Jesus Christ, or in Hebrew, Yeshua HaMashiach is now revealing the prophecies in Revelation.

Those of us close to Him have and shall continue to receive these prophecies. We will be able to see the prophecies with new light as the Holy Spirit feeds us with accurate knowledge. Acts 2:17; Joel 2:28-32; Proverbs 4:38.

For a time, we will trample upon our enemies with the power of the spiritual sword and the mightiness of His power! We will be protected for a time until the remnant are killed at the hands of the two beasts. The Great Crowd, whom St. John sees in his visions, will stand before the throne of God in heaven having left behind their physical bodies in exchange for spiritual ones.

The remnant (the 144, 000) are sealed before the great tribulation because of faith and blamelessness. John writes those who have this seal are like “virgins.” These 144,000 judges or priests will assist the Messiah by gathering the great multitude mentioned in the book of Revelation and ruling with Him during the millennial reign. The number 144,000 is a literal number of those chosen out of the tribes of Israel. Remnant or remaining piece of Israel come from those who are direct descendants from the tribes of Jacob.

The 144,000 literally sing a new song, which only they know. Remember, they are not a part of the great multitude. The bible clearly reveals the songs the great multitude will sing; yet the 144, 000 have a special song that only they will know. When the 144, 000 are united with Christ in Heaven during the first resurrection, they will sing this song triumphantly, for the Holy Spirit will give them the melody. The great multitude do not see death. No where in scripture do we find that they rule with Christ. They are the “other sheep”. We implore you to do biblical research to recognize this truth.

Revelation 7:1-8, 14:1-5, 20:4-6, 6:9-11.

THE GREAT TRIBULATION, THE TWO BEASTS, AND THE REBIRTH OF BABYLON

During the Tribulation, underground worship will once again be the way we have to hear God’s Word. Think of Roman oppression or Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad. Many devoted servants of Christ are currently being persecuted or even killed for their faithfulness. The book of Revelation shows us that persecution becomes a worldwide epidemic as well as famine, disease, poverty, and death. There will also be many false Christ’s, prophets, and miracles to deceive many!

Jesus told us that conditions get so horrific that God must cut the days short for His people to survive!

The two beasts, who are wicked humans during and after the Great tribulation, will reestablish the Roman Empire to its former glory. These men are cleverly working with the leaders of the world. The two beasts have convinced the world that they are, in fact, acting for God and His Son! Look for an image or idol to be erected. All who are not in the book of life will worship the beast and its image.

We can easily recognize these beasts by the fruit they bear. The Vatican has boldly professed to change the times (days of the week), alter the Ten Commandments to allow pagan worship of idols, relics, statues, and rosaries! Even the leaders of this wicked church are receiving worship that rightfully belongs to God!

At Satan’s authority, this political ruler (or anti-Christ) and the false prophet will unite the world in a false sense of peace as Paul said 2,000 years ago. Worship as we know it now will change forever very soon. Consider this the time of Daniel, who prophetically foretold that this day would come for us in our time. After this declaration of peace, Christ will return visibly and as Apostle Paul writes, “instant destruction” will be poured upon the wicked.

Since Christ informs us that the gospel will be spread throughout the earth and then the end will come, the world’s declaration of peace, the abomination of desolation entering the temple, and Christ’s return will occur almost simultaneously. Matthew 24:9-15, 21-24, 29-31; Revelation 6:1-17 and 17:1-18, Daniel 3:1-7, 7:1-12; 8:1-27; 2:21, 7:25; 1 Thessalonians 5:3, Exodus 31:12-17.

Though our times will be filled with God’s power, we still have to endure until the end. Matthew 24:13.

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