The reality of chapter 13 that would be the persecution and hardship of the saints was a sinister picture. The revelation left at this juncture would prove most devastating and depressing. Yet, John looked and beheld a most wonderful sight. John looked and saw “a Lamb,” which is the Christ, standing upon “Mount Zion,” the …
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Ancient Babylon is alluded to in order to refer to Rome. The reason is evident, for Babylon and Rome share despicable qualities. Both were world-ruling cities filled with ungodliness, and a haughtiness which ignored impending doom. Thinking herself invincible, Babylon fell. The same would be true for Rome. Rome did not stand alone in indecency, …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Revelation 18:1-8Of the letters written to the seven churches in Asia, the one addressed to Smyrna was one of two without complaint. This letter is one of immense encouragement to the church experiencing great persecution. Under the rule of Domitian, emperor worship was obligatory. The Christians in Smyrna found themselves in trials day after day, choosing …
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