My wife of 8+ years walked out on me in mid November 2023. There were no warning signs, and the night before, she kissed me goodnight, told me that she loved me. The next morning I woke up met her in the kitchen where she was making coffee and she then told me she wanted a divorce, I WAS SHOCKED AND STUNNED!!! She told me that I did nothing wrong and I am a Good Husband, She gave me " Bumper Sticker " excuses as why she wanted a divorce. " I'm not wife material" , " I don't want to be married to anyone " , " I want to go find my true destiny, my dream job, my true purpose " ,,, and the latest one that I heard was, " My love for you Wore Off ". I prayed for reconciliation, that did not happen. My Thanksgiving was spent alone and Ruined, Christmas as well. She refused to talk to me and on January 22nd our divorce was final and she said not one word to me. I am so hurt, angry, and very betrayed and lost....
Please pray that I am able to get a vehicle hat I can afford this week to run errands for my mother and I, and get our groceries and things. I also ask prayer for my grandson that will be seeing a specialist for developmental issues. God bless you.
Please pray for my neck, I have neck pain and there's a lump in my spine and I need prayer for healing and alignment of my spine please. Thank you all and God bless you.
Please pray for Annjane' O (pronounced Ann-juh-nay) to come to repentance of her selfishness around familial decisions and seek Jesus when it comes to her family as a whole and not just what "she" thinks is best. Pray that she shows legitimate concern for others when doing things and making decisions, as it not only impacts her life but may negatively impact the lives of others, especially her children. Pray that she stays out of self and in Christ Jesus our lord and savior. Pray that she asks the Holy Spirit for guidance in the name of Christ Jesus. Pray that she steps away from the ungodly people that are influencing her and diluting her view of who God is, as these people are teaching her to place herself and her will on the same level as God himself. Pray that she submits her will and her life into Jesus Christs hands. In Jesus' name Amen.
Prayer for protection from witchcraft attacks by my brother's girlfriend and her witch. I ask for prayer for a mighty move of God over this situation and that I will be set free from. Futher attacks from them in Lord Jesus Christ name, amen. I also ask for a job soon as I am in need of a financial miracle in Lord Jesus Christ name, amen and I come into agreement with everyone who will ever agree or connect to this prayer in Lord Jesus Christ name, amen and thank you for your support and prayers.
Please pray for my family to be saved, healed and delivered. Please pray for my children and my sister. Please pray for Israel. Thank you for your ministry.
In Jesus Mighty Name I decree and declare healing of Ashleys hormones, in Jesus Mighty Name I decree and declare healing of Ashley's menstrual cycle, in Jesus Mighty Name I decree and declare healing of Ashley's eczema, in Jesus Mighty Name I decree and declare healing of Ashley's blood, in Jesus Name I decree and declare healing of Ashley's B and D vitamin levels , in Jesus Mighty Name I decree and declare healing of Ashley's hair, in Jesus Name I decree and declare healing of Ashley's mind, heart, body and soul, in Jesus Name I decree and declare healing of Ashley's family relationships and her relationship with her boyfriend, may God clear and protect the path to marriage quickly, in Jesus Name I decree and declare Almighty protection over and on and around Ashley and CS and my whole family and I, included BW and family near and far, deliver us from every evil and lead us not into temptation in Jesus Mighty Name Amen and Hallelujah!!!
Please pray for my mom. She is in excruciating back pain at times, especially when she has to get in her bed. She is 92 years old but not your typical 92 year old. I am her only caregiver and she cannot get in a car right now. I've prayed all weekend. She needs relief as being taken to a hospital may not be the best thing here. It has always caused additional problems in the past. She's been taking physical therapy at home for a couple of weeks and he is scheduled for tomorrow. Thank you for any prayers. She needs help!
Proverbs 29:7 The righteous care about justice for the poor, but the wicked have no such concern. I ask in Jesus name as His ministry was about us disadvantaged and saved the needy from those too powerful for them.
I am a divorced homeless woman without an income cause Iost my job and had to move to where I could find shelter. I ask Jesus to install in people a heart of compassion and not judging and to rebuke rich people who are selfish and live for their own pleasure and look with disdain on us struggling. Restore our dignity and according to Proverbs 30:8-9 give me neither poverty nor riches so I do not deny God nor resort to stealing and insult my God. Please pray for me in Jesus name
General admonitions related to prophecy and the end times
There is a tendency at the very least to discuss subjective individual experiences as to what is said to constitute a dream or vision of the Rapture or Tribulation; which may involve several different scenarios but often fails to expound scripturally on the big picture. It is much like the testimonies; real or imagined of heaven and hell which either cast doubt on assurance of salvation or show some landscape ruled by Satan or demons who are in control or perhaps emphasize punishment for specific sins while on earth but not addressing the sin nature as the real problem.
On the earth in the Tribulation; Satan is given his authority and power to rule for the last 3.5 years until Christ's return to earth.
What is often neglected is God's plan in all this to purge the nation of Israel as well as for a quick "fruit production" for those with white garments (i.e. those who are saved at the time) through martyrdom. As I stated in one of yesterday's posts; there tends to be emphasis on the torture of those being martyred as though any true believers will fail and fall away to take the mark. The primary execution is beheading according to the scripture at that time ( Rev. 20:4). This will; no doubt be swayed by those who want to offer the most "humane" method of killing. This in no way is meant to minimize the time worse than any time in human history but to point out that Satan's main goal all along is for worship; he just mows down any opposing him in the process. Believe what you want as a Mid or Post Tribber; to think we can somehow prepare or find a way to survive at that time is foolishness; God will save a remnant; as for the Gentiles "rarer than the gold of Ophir" ( Isaiah 13:12 with warnings in verse 17 that the gold and silver won't sustain anyone along with other similar scriptures in James).
The Tribulation is coming we can't stop God's plans. We must occupy therefore until He comes (Luke 1913
First of all; I'm praying about sharing some deep stuff on the mark of the Beast and the Tribulation that I haven't shared yet.
I could try to word things as to not spark any unnecessary controversy as to things which I strongly am convinced the Lord has shown me. There is also the choice of the discussion forum or getting involved in a thread should the Lord bring an open door (much as He did last time when the Trinity was on my mind and discussion was already available here on that subject). The question arises as to how crucial this subject is on this side of the Rapture (as I am a Pre Trib Rapture believer but qualify that statement with the fact that some who think they are ready aren't or will be left behind). That is another issue; but my question is how important are these events if we ourselves won't be here and of course there is always a risk sounding the alarm that the Lord will tarry much longer than we think. Balancing what we need to do now with the Great Commission with these future events is a challenge; the scriptures should be out there to warn any living into the Tribulation of how horrible it will be but also present the Gospel now as they could die tomorrow. The lack of earnest discourse or preaching much of the time in churches now as there was say 30 years ago is alarming to me and a sign as to how much closer it is; and the verse in Luke about "beating the fellowservants ( Matt. 24:48 and next few verses) indicates to me that those who wish to warn on such events will be ridiculed by other believers near the time of His coming.
My other prayer is for a friend of mine who I am seeking the Lord on whether we could share a place together. His name is Steve and although working full time and having his own business on the side it is hard for him. I thought by having less rent for him would help and it would make it easier to live near but not in my parent's house and save me money as well.
GOD the Father always responds to requests from His firstborn son-JESUS-. Luke 15:31 revels:Son, thou art ever with me,and all that I have is thine.
JESUS saved us and we are saved because He took us out of the world - John 17:5-8-,that is, He saved us from the power of the terrible Evil One, the ruler of the whole world.The Evil One had dominated even the seed of GOD, Israel was dominated by the Evil One, then GOD became Man, that is,The Word became flesh,He descended from heaven yet again,according to His purpose of salvation.
In fact, this was not the only time that He came to the Devil's world, but the difference now is that He became a Man and came to dwell among men, to save those who were His- John 17:6and12-26, that is,to take them out of the power of the Evil One, Hallelujah, even though they were still living in his diabolical world, and the Word gave us Power to resist the cunning snares/traps of the Devil- John 17:9-12-even though we still live in the Devil's world. Satan works through his demonic strategies to divert us from the faith that was once given to the saints.Faith comes by hearing, hearing the Word of GOD,the Word is GOD,a great mystery.
Re.11:15-18-The terrible WAR from now on
15...The kingdoms of this world(Devil's world) are become the Kingdoms of our Lord,and of His Christ;and He shall reign for ever and ever.
16And the four and twenty elders, which sat before GOD on their seats, fell upon their faces, and worshipped GOD,
17Saying, We give thee thanks, O Lord GOD Almighty, which art, and wast, and art to come; because thou hast taken to thee thy great power, and hast reigned.
18And the nations were(will be)angry, and GOD's WRATH is come, and the time of the dead, that they should be Judged ( 1Thessalonians 4:14-16),and that GOD should give reward unto His servants the prophets,and to the saints,and them that fear His name,small and great;and should destroy them which destroy the earth.
Please pray you'll be our eyes And watch us where we go And help us to be wise In times when we don't know Let this be our prayer When we lose our way Lead us to a place (please) Guide us (dear God) with your grace To a place where we'll be safe
Please pray for Sherrie, Shirley and Clifton. Stan also needs help through prayer as well as Brian, Marc and Sean. Ansol and Lance need prayer as well as Hamp(Sir). Honesty, Granada, Brunson, Gloria, Aaliyah and Sir II also need prayer along with Emmanuel, Fgerital, Samarrah and Semaj. Donovan needs prayer as well as Douglass, Dexter, Daniel and David. Wali needs help and so does Jamie. Their friends, family members, neighbors, associaates, affiliates, colleagues, co-workers and relatives also need prayer. Thank you very much.
In continuation to 'the fulness thereof' the earth as we observe physically is merely a changeable aberration that fools take as their be-all. What is shakeable in heaven and earth shall pass away, (He.12:27). In heaven Michael fighting fallen angels refers to the angelic revolt mentioned in the vision of Daniel"I beheld till the thrones were cast down"(Dan.7:9-10). " the judgment was set, and the books were opened." Action now moves over to the earth, "And the great dragon was cast out,... and his angels were cast out with him." Following this we have the beast stepping into the world stage where the two witnesses are martyred. We see reference to three and a half days. " And they of the people and kindreds and tongues and nations shall see their dead bodies three days and an half."(Re. 11:9) Here we have a tag placed by the Spirit. It distinguishes one set of time period from 42 months as in "But the court which is without the temple leave out, and measure it not; for it is given unto the Gentiles: and the holy city shall they tread under foot forty and two months." This is to be read with events mentioned in Ch.13:5 "And there was given unto him a mouth speaking great things and blasphemies; and power was given unto him to continue forty and two months." Similarly one thousand two hundred and three score days is another tag, and the Spirit is using it with reference to the visions. Like thermal imaging it is spiritually discerned. The only infallible course is to remain steadfast in faith, and in Christ. "and by him all things consist."(Col.1:17-19)
"And I will give power unto my two witnesses, and they shall prophesy a thousand two hundred and threescore days, clothed in sackcloth./These are the two olive trees, and the two candlesticks standing before the God of the earth."(11:3-4)
Thoughts on the evil entities and Satan finally getting God's justice
I can write my own song on imagining what it will be like with no Satan to deceive men to war and no demons to torment in the Millennium. Or a world living in peace under Christ's rule.
Whether we realize it or not the air is thick with deception; with demonic hosts in high places ruling and twisting men's minds and controlling the affairs of nations.
I live in a suburban area that is well policed and in a school where I haven't even seen a serious fight. I can't be complacent in prayer as there can always be a lone gunman or some unforeseen incident (we had one lockout for an hour or two last year with a suspicious person on the grounds). As far as I know there has only been one tragedy of a student last year run over by a car when jogging; I haven't heard of any suicides. We are warned with training to be on the lookout for such things along with other training. My complacency living this way and having enough to eat; etc. is something for me to watch out for; but also I am aware that people are perishing in nice homes as much as they are in the neighborhoods I would avoid even during the day near me unless anointed to do witnessing.
The verses in 2 Thessalonians 2:6-7 I believe refer to the restraining power of the Spirit as it works in the current church age.
God will do signs and wonders and protect His saints in the Tribulation as well as save countless multitudes so it seems apparent that the Spirit doesn't leave the earth. It is just that as Daniel states they will be overcome; but for now the gates of hell can't prevail against the church.
I truly believe that as bad as the Tribulation is there will also be a sense of relief for those who are His own because there will be no more time for the world to restrain producing fruit; in this time that means martyrdom. Those who die will join us in heaven at once; in spirit form at first to rise later at His raturn.
My last post shows worship for all those who take the mark of the Beast in Revelation 13:8. The world is decieved because of some image of the beast they somehow create. The Antichrist will suffer a deadly wound as Zechariah 11:17 and will be adored because of an apparent "resurrection". My point is that it appears all those who take the mark do so voluntarily; and are unsaved; and all those saved will be given the strength to be martyred and NONE of them will take it. That will require supernatural strength. It seems that torture and limits of human suffering won't be able to force someone to take this mark and thus damn themselves; but it is true that cowards have their place in hell; and I would interpret that to be those who are more concerned about themselves or what man thinks than of fearing God rather than just afraid of suffering. Some of the Jews no doubt will escape and survive with a few others into the Millennial period.
We see shades of the beginning of the Tribulation in the final failed rebellion at the end of the Millennium which will be ended at its inception. The world after the Rapture will probably be convinced that with Christians gone they can finally obtain utopia on earth and in their hearts will think that they can sin with impunity now that we are finally gone as the "salt and light" of the world; or that God has finally somehow given up on this place and man has to rule; or that Christ and God are the aliens from outer space who they have to fight or something to that affect. (I can almost hear John Lennon's song Imagine in the background).
Many forget the exhortation such as an elder in my church has given that we are in "enemy territory" at present. Many forget they themselves were once enemies of God and are tempted to "dumb down" the awful truth of the sorry state of those who are lost and need Christ with some appeal that seeks approval of man instead of uncompromising truth
A look at the Pre Trib rapture and the madness to come
Revelation 5:12 describes those in heaven praising God but we also see evidence that ALL those on earth will also do the same; even those who are under the earth (possibly the dead souls in hades). I have said before that if the rapture is hidden the RESURRECTION of the dead saints from graves all over the world surely WON'T be able to remain hidden.
There are several themes in scripture that this reminds us of. First the state of all the angels praising God as seen in Job 38:7.
Lucifer fell AFTER this event; how quickly it is unknown but it may have seemed to be a shock to the 2/3 that remained faithful to their state of holiness to see 1/3 fall away with him ( Revelation 12:4 shows the end result). Of course the fall of man brought sudden issues as well. It didn't take long for the first murder to occur with Adam's firstborn son. And we could see shades of the same thing at the tower of Babel shortly after the flood.
What man will crave will be brought about; no doubt by Antichrist's delusion of peace at the first seal ( Rev. 6:1-2). This is going to appear to be a great light of hope (see 2 Cor. 11:14). Shades of the peace and security now will come to the climax with the Daniel 9:27 covenant being CONFIRMED or an original one made stronger (likely what is now known as the Abraham accords).
Whatever illusion of peace that comes will be short lived as the inevitable decay of society will result in the rest of the seal judgments of war; famine and pestilence to kill 1/4 of men (which appears to all occur BEFORE the mark of the Beast).
Those who end up following Antichrist will also worship the dragon (Satan) as seen in Rev. 13:14-18 who gives power to the Beast. They eventually end up fighting God as we see from Psalm 2 and Revelation 19.
Many have argued that out of fear men will be somehow tricked or coerced to take the mark. Revelation 13:8 seems to argue against this as WORSHIP occurs.
For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you.
This was brought up recently in a video about the end times; and since I never noticed this verse before, and its importance to what is going on at present I thought I should expound on it a bit. I have trouble finding the history on YouTube but the concept was separation that God is using which will come to fruition starting at the Rapture and during the Tribulation as well.
This is all part of the bigger concept that God uses all things; including the Devil for His own purposes. A strong God fearing church will be able to withstand heresies when they come. Now in this verse those being approved could refer to those who will be elevated to church leadership roles; but of course it also could mean that it shows those who are true saints (wheat) as compared to the tares.
In considering this topic; I also have been contemplating the misuse of the term "love" as compared with the AGAPE which should supercede any affections we have personally and toward others. Matthew 22:42 asks what do ye think of Christ (speaking to the Pharisees). Whether a legalistic approach of pride toward being one of Abraham's natural descendants or a lax liberal mentality toward anything that was regarded as moral standards a couple generations ago Christ is reduced to the level of whatever best suits our imagination rather than held as God in the flesh; high and lifted up our Creator and the sustainer of our natural and eternal existence. 1 Corinthians 13:6 gives further emphasis to this concept; we are not to rejoice in evil but in the good. We also see in the surrounding verses in chapter 13 further details on God's type of love which is helpful for restoration in marriages in particular.
The big picture here shows how the final one world religion is coming; the first part of the Tribulation with Mystery Babylon.
Please pray and agree with me in prayer that I can continue tapering off of the Klonopin medication and that the trauma induced oppressive dreams (which I have been battling for years) will cease and that I can be free from this bondage.
Also pray and agree with me that my health and sleep will be restored unto me.
The Spirit has set the entire will of God and the fulfillment by Jesus Christ is in harmony of the narrative mode of the Spirit. He sets heaven, the earth and the lower parts in one which is illustrative ofthe last book serving as envoi or coda of the Core Will over this Salvation saga.
We are analyzing this chapter as determined in the Will so time is the constituted time set by the Spirit. Since the earthy ministry is obliquely stated the days mentioned in v.6 to reconcile his ministry in the flesh, in the spirit and as the Son set down on the right hand of the most High upholding all things by the word of his power. "And the woman fled into the wilderness, where she hath a place prepared of God, that they should feed her there a thousand two hundred and threescore days." (v.6) The flight of the woman into the wilderness' is embedded in the history of Israel. We are to assume from this line, "and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered,"(v.2) include diverse events from the fiery furnace in Egypt (De.4:20) to the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70 which are not germane to the narrative.
Secondly the line "where she hath a place prepared of God, that they should feed her "(v.6) include the diaspora of Israel, state established in 1948, which is not by her own will but refers to the mercy of God. From vv.13-16 we see another calamity striking Israel and the left out church. "And when the dragon saw that he was cast unto the earth, he persecuted the woman." (v.13)
Notice the time is stated differently? No more in days but with a tag first mentioned in the Book ofDaniel. (Dan.12:7;7:25).The saints in another wave have been gathered during the great silence in heaven.(Re.8:1) So we have, "And to the woman were given two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness, into her place, where she is nourished for a time, and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent."(v.16)
The 24 elders are memorial and represent the body in Trinity. Consider the role which the 12 Apostles created by the eternal Word plays in disseminating the Gospel of God on the earth. They occupy in heaven as associates, similar to the role the four beasts attests of Jesus Christ as 'the firstborn of every creation'. (Col.1:15) Their testimony is of the Gospel of God and it applies in heaven, in earth and in the lower parts. (3x8=24).
In heaven -"And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people,"(Re.14:6)
2.On earth as associates of the Son of man. (Matt.10:40; Luke10:16) "Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus (He.3:1)"
3. In the lower parts. "For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:/By which also he went and preached unto the spirits in prison."(1 Pe.3:18-19. Cf.Ec.11:2 "Give a portion to seven, and also to eight; for thou knowest not what evil shall be upon the earth." Consequence of Jesus preaching in the lower parts has great consequence. Re.12 gives us a clear hint why. "And the serpent cast out of his mouth water as a flood after the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away of the flood./ And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the flood which the dragon cast out of his mouth. "(Re12:15-16)
Fulness of Jesus covers even there. "The firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence./For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell;"(Col.1:18-19,16)
I am a divorced homeless woman without an income cause Iost my job and had to move to where I could find shelter. I ask Jesus to install in people a heart of compassion and not judging and to rebuke rich people who are selfish and live for their own pleasure and look with disdain on us struggling. Restore our dignity and according to Proverbs 30:8-9 give me neither poverty nor riches so I do not deny God nor resort to stealing and insult my God. Please pray for me in Jesus name
There is a tendency at the very least to discuss subjective individual experiences as to what is said to constitute a dream or vision of the Rapture or Tribulation; which may involve several different scenarios but often fails to expound scripturally on the big picture. It is much like the testimonies; real or imagined of heaven and hell which either cast doubt on assurance of salvation or show some landscape ruled by Satan or demons who are in control or perhaps emphasize punishment for specific sins while on earth but not addressing the sin nature as the real problem.
On the earth in the Tribulation; Satan is given his authority and power to rule for the last 3.5 years until Christ's return to earth.
What is often neglected is God's plan in all this to purge the nation of Israel as well as for a quick "fruit production" for those with white garments (i.e. those who are saved at the time) through martyrdom. As I stated in one of yesterday's posts; there tends to be emphasis on the torture of those being martyred as though any true believers will fail and fall away to take the mark. The primary execution is beheading according to the scripture at that time ( Rev. 20:4). This will; no doubt be swayed by those who want to offer the most "humane" method of killing. This in no way is meant to minimize the time worse than any time in human history but to point out that Satan's main goal all along is for worship; he just mows down any opposing him in the process. Believe what you want as a Mid or Post Tribber; to think we can somehow prepare or find a way to survive at that time is foolishness; God will save a remnant; as for the Gentiles "rarer than the gold of Ophir" ( Isaiah 13:12 with warnings in verse 17 that the gold and silver won't sustain anyone along with other similar scriptures in James).
The Tribulation is coming we can't stop God's plans. We must occupy therefore until He comes (Luke 1913
First of all; I'm praying about sharing some deep stuff on the mark of the Beast and the Tribulation that I haven't shared yet.
I could try to word things as to not spark any unnecessary controversy as to things which I strongly am convinced the Lord has shown me. There is also the choice of the discussion forum or getting involved in a thread should the Lord bring an open door (much as He did last time when the Trinity was on my mind and discussion was already available here on that subject). The question arises as to how crucial this subject is on this side of the Rapture (as I am a Pre Trib Rapture believer but qualify that statement with the fact that some who think they are ready aren't or will be left behind). That is another issue; but my question is how important are these events if we ourselves won't be here and of course there is always a risk sounding the alarm that the Lord will tarry much longer than we think. Balancing what we need to do now with the Great Commission with these future events is a challenge; the scriptures should be out there to warn any living into the Tribulation of how horrible it will be but also present the Gospel now as they could die tomorrow. The lack of earnest discourse or preaching much of the time in churches now as there was say 30 years ago is alarming to me and a sign as to how much closer it is; and the verse in Luke about "beating the fellowservants ( Matt. 24:48 and next few verses) indicates to me that those who wish to warn on such events will be ridiculed by other believers near the time of His coming.
My other prayer is for a friend of mine who I am seeking the Lord on whether we could share a place together. His name is Steve and although working full time and having his own business on the side it is hard for him. I thought by having less rent for him would help and it would make it easier to live near but not in my parent's house and save me money as well.
Thanks and agape.
Rich P
GOD the Father always responds to requests from His firstborn son-JESUS-. Luke 15:31 revels:Son, thou art ever with me,and all that I have is thine.
JESUS saved us and we are saved because He took us out of the world - John 17:5-8-,that is, He saved us from the power of the terrible Evil One, the ruler of the whole world.The Evil One had dominated even the seed of GOD, Israel was dominated by the Evil One, then GOD became Man, that is,The Word became flesh,He descended from heaven yet again,according to His purpose of salvation.
In fact, this was not the only time that He came to the Devil's world, but the difference now is that He became a Man and came to dwell among men, to save those who were His- John 17:6and12-26, that is,to take them out of the power of the Evil One, Hallelujah, even though they were still living in his diabolical world, and the Word gave us Power to resist the cunning snares/traps of the Devil- John 17:9-12-even though we still live in the Devil's world. Satan works through his demonic strategies to divert us from the faith that was once given to the saints.Faith comes by hearing, hearing the Word of GOD,the Word is GOD,a great mystery.
Re.11:15-18-The terrible WAR from now on
15...The kingdoms of this world(Devil's world) are become the Kingdoms of our Lord,and of His Christ;and He shall reign for ever and ever.
16And the four and twenty elders, which sat before GOD on their seats, fell upon their faces, and worshipped GOD,
17Saying, We give thee thanks, O Lord GOD Almighty, which art, and wast, and art to come; because thou hast taken to thee thy great power, and hast reigned.
18And the nations were(will be)angry, and GOD's WRATH is come, and the time of the dead, that they should be Judged ( 1Thessalonians 4:14-16),and that GOD should give reward unto His servants the prophets,and to the saints,and them that fear His name,small and great;and should destroy them which destroy the earth.
Be careful and get ready
Jesus is the Scepter of righteousness held out by the Father for the redemption of mankind.
In continuation to 'the fulness thereof' the earth as we observe physically is merely a changeable aberration that fools take as their be-all. What is shakeable in heaven and earth shall pass away, (He.12:27). In heaven Michael fighting fallen angels refers to the angelic revolt mentioned in the vision of Daniel"I beheld till the thrones were cast down"(Dan.7:9-10). " the judgment was set, and the books were opened." Action now moves over to the earth, "And the great dragon was cast out,... and his angels were cast out with him." Following this we have the beast stepping into the world stage where the two witnesses are martyred. We see reference to three and a half days. " And they of the people and kindreds and tongues and nations shall see their dead bodies three days and an half."(Re. 11:9) Here we have a tag placed by the Spirit. It distinguishes one set of time period from 42 months as in "But the court which is without the temple leave out, and measure it not; for it is given unto the Gentiles: and the holy city shall they tread under foot forty and two months." This is to be read with events mentioned in Ch.13:5 "And there was given unto him a mouth speaking great things and blasphemies; and power was given unto him to continue forty and two months." Similarly one thousand two hundred and three score days is another tag, and the Spirit is using it with reference to the visions. Like thermal imaging it is spiritually discerned. The only infallible course is to remain steadfast in faith, and in Christ. "and by him all things consist."(Col.1:17-19)
"And I will give power unto my two witnesses, and they shall prophesy a thousand two hundred and threescore days, clothed in sackcloth./These are the two olive trees, and the two candlesticks standing before the God of the earth."(11:3-4)
I can write my own song on imagining what it will be like with no Satan to deceive men to war and no demons to torment in the Millennium. Or a world living in peace under Christ's rule.
Whether we realize it or not the air is thick with deception; with demonic hosts in high places ruling and twisting men's minds and controlling the affairs of nations.
I live in a suburban area that is well policed and in a school where I haven't even seen a serious fight. I can't be complacent in prayer as there can always be a lone gunman or some unforeseen incident (we had one lockout for an hour or two last year with a suspicious person on the grounds). As far as I know there has only been one tragedy of a student last year run over by a car when jogging; I haven't heard of any suicides. We are warned with training to be on the lookout for such things along with other training. My complacency living this way and having enough to eat; etc. is something for me to watch out for; but also I am aware that people are perishing in nice homes as much as they are in the neighborhoods I would avoid even during the day near me unless anointed to do witnessing.
The verses in 2 Thessalonians 2:6-7 I believe refer to the restraining power of the Spirit as it works in the current church age.
God will do signs and wonders and protect His saints in the Tribulation as well as save countless multitudes so it seems apparent that the Spirit doesn't leave the earth. It is just that as Daniel states they will be overcome; but for now the gates of hell can't prevail against the church.
I truly believe that as bad as the Tribulation is there will also be a sense of relief for those who are His own because there will be no more time for the world to restrain producing fruit; in this time that means martyrdom. Those who die will join us in heaven at once; in spirit form at first to rise later at His raturn.
My last post shows worship for all those who take the mark of the Beast in Revelation 13:8. The world is decieved because of some image of the beast they somehow create. The Antichrist will suffer a deadly wound as Zechariah 11:17 and will be adored because of an apparent "resurrection". My point is that it appears all those who take the mark do so voluntarily; and are unsaved; and all those saved will be given the strength to be martyred and NONE of them will take it. That will require supernatural strength. It seems that torture and limits of human suffering won't be able to force someone to take this mark and thus damn themselves; but it is true that cowards have their place in hell; and I would interpret that to be those who are more concerned about themselves or what man thinks than of fearing God rather than just afraid of suffering. Some of the Jews no doubt will escape and survive with a few others into the Millennial period.
We see shades of the beginning of the Tribulation in the final failed rebellion at the end of the Millennium which will be ended at its inception. The world after the Rapture will probably be convinced that with Christians gone they can finally obtain utopia on earth and in their hearts will think that they can sin with impunity now that we are finally gone as the "salt and light" of the world; or that God has finally somehow given up on this place and man has to rule; or that Christ and God are the aliens from outer space who they have to fight or something to that affect. (I can almost hear John Lennon's song Imagine in the background).
Many forget the exhortation such as an elder in my church has given that we are in "enemy territory" at present. Many forget they themselves were once enemies of God and are tempted to "dumb down" the awful truth of the sorry state of those who are lost and need Christ with some appeal that seeks approval of man instead of uncompromising truth
Revelation 5:12 describes those in heaven praising God but we also see evidence that ALL those on earth will also do the same; even those who are under the earth (possibly the dead souls in hades). I have said before that if the rapture is hidden the RESURRECTION of the dead saints from graves all over the world surely WON'T be able to remain hidden.
There are several themes in scripture that this reminds us of. First the state of all the angels praising God as seen in Job 38:7.
Lucifer fell AFTER this event; how quickly it is unknown but it may have seemed to be a shock to the 2/3 that remained faithful to their state of holiness to see 1/3 fall away with him ( Revelation 12:4 shows the end result). Of course the fall of man brought sudden issues as well. It didn't take long for the first murder to occur with Adam's firstborn son. And we could see shades of the same thing at the tower of Babel shortly after the flood.
What man will crave will be brought about; no doubt by Antichrist's delusion of peace at the first seal ( Rev. 6:1-2). This is going to appear to be a great light of hope (see 2 Cor. 11:14). Shades of the peace and security now will come to the climax with the Daniel 9:27 covenant being CONFIRMED or an original one made stronger (likely what is now known as the Abraham accords).
Whatever illusion of peace that comes will be short lived as the inevitable decay of society will result in the rest of the seal judgments of war; famine and pestilence to kill 1/4 of men (which appears to all occur BEFORE the mark of the Beast).
Those who end up following Antichrist will also worship the dragon (Satan) as seen in Rev. 13:14-18 who gives power to the Beast. They eventually end up fighting God as we see from Psalm 2 and Revelation 19.
Many have argued that out of fear men will be somehow tricked or coerced to take the mark. Revelation 13:8 seems to argue against this as WORSHIP occurs.
For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you.
This was brought up recently in a video about the end times; and since I never noticed this verse before, and its importance to what is going on at present I thought I should expound on it a bit. I have trouble finding the history on YouTube but the concept was separation that God is using which will come to fruition starting at the Rapture and during the Tribulation as well.
This is all part of the bigger concept that God uses all things; including the Devil for His own purposes. A strong God fearing church will be able to withstand heresies when they come. Now in this verse those being approved could refer to those who will be elevated to church leadership roles; but of course it also could mean that it shows those who are true saints (wheat) as compared to the tares.
In considering this topic; I also have been contemplating the misuse of the term "love" as compared with the AGAPE which should supercede any affections we have personally and toward others. Matthew 22:42 asks what do ye think of Christ (speaking to the Pharisees). Whether a legalistic approach of pride toward being one of Abraham's natural descendants or a lax liberal mentality toward anything that was regarded as moral standards a couple generations ago Christ is reduced to the level of whatever best suits our imagination rather than held as God in the flesh; high and lifted up our Creator and the sustainer of our natural and eternal existence. 1 Corinthians 13:6 gives further emphasis to this concept; we are not to rejoice in evil but in the good. We also see in the surrounding verses in chapter 13 further details on God's type of love which is helpful for restoration in marriages in particular.
The big picture here shows how the final one world religion is coming; the first part of the Tribulation with Mystery Babylon.
Also pray and agree with me that my health and sleep will be restored unto me.
Thank you,
Gary
The Spirit has set the entire will of God and the fulfillment by Jesus Christ is in harmony of the narrative mode of the Spirit. He sets heaven, the earth and the lower parts in one which is illustrative ofthe last book serving as envoi or coda of the Core Will over this Salvation saga.
We are analyzing this chapter as determined in the Will so time is the constituted time set by the Spirit. Since the earthy ministry is obliquely stated the days mentioned in v.6 to reconcile his ministry in the flesh, in the spirit and as the Son set down on the right hand of the most High upholding all things by the word of his power. "And the woman fled into the wilderness, where she hath a place prepared of God, that they should feed her there a thousand two hundred and threescore days." (v.6) The flight of the woman into the wilderness' is embedded in the history of Israel. We are to assume from this line, "and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered,"(v.2) include diverse events from the fiery furnace in Egypt (De.4:20) to the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70 which are not germane to the narrative.
Secondly the line "where she hath a place prepared of God, that they should feed her "(v.6) include the diaspora of Israel, state established in 1948, which is not by her own will but refers to the mercy of God. From vv.13-16 we see another calamity striking Israel and the left out church. "And when the dragon saw that he was cast unto the earth, he persecuted the woman." (v.13)
Notice the time is stated differently? No more in days but with a tag first mentioned in the Book ofDaniel. (Dan.12:7;7:25).The saints in another wave have been gathered during the great silence in heaven.(Re.8:1) So we have, "And to the woman were given two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness, into her place, where she is nourished for a time, and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent."(v.16)
The 24 elders are memorial and represent the body in Trinity. Consider the role which the 12 Apostles created by the eternal Word plays in disseminating the Gospel of God on the earth. They occupy in heaven as associates, similar to the role the four beasts attests of Jesus Christ as 'the firstborn of every creation'. (Col.1:15) Their testimony is of the Gospel of God and it applies in heaven, in earth and in the lower parts. (3x8=24).
In heaven -"And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people,"(Re.14:6)
2.On earth as associates of the Son of man. (Matt.10:40; Luke10:16) "Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus (He.3:1)"
3. In the lower parts. "For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:/By which also he went and preached unto the spirits in prison."(1 Pe.3:18-19. Cf.Ec.11:2 "Give a portion to seven, and also to eight; for thou knowest not what evil shall be upon the earth." Consequence of Jesus preaching in the lower parts has great consequence. Re.12 gives us a clear hint why. "And the serpent cast out of his mouth water as a flood after the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away of the flood./ And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the flood which the dragon cast out of his mouth. "(Re12:15-16)
Fulness of Jesus covers even there. "The firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence./For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell;"(Col.1:18-19,16)