The Sabbath Revealed/Revelation 12:13-14

Did Jesus Change the Sabbath Day?

According to Jesus, the Ten Commandments and all the moral principles in the Old Testament Scriptures are not subject to change; they are to continue to guide His followers:

“Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill. For assuredly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle will by no means pass from the law till all is fulfilled. Whoever therefore breaks one of the least of these commandments, and teaches men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever does and teaches them, he shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:17-19).

Jesus faithfully honored and observed the Sabbath. He is our example in Sabbath-keeping. “He [Jesus] came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. And as His custom was, He went into the synagogue on the Sabbath day” (Luke 4:16).

Looking to the future, Jesus wanted His disciples to continue experiencing the joys of true Sabbath-keeping. He instructed them to pray that, during the siege, they would not have to flee from Jerusalem on the Sabbath. “Pray that your flight may not be in winter or on the Sabbath” (Matthew 24:20).

Jesus was speaking of the destruction of Jerusalem—an event that took place in A.D. 70, nearly 40 years after His resurrection. Jesus did not change the Sabbath commandment, nor any of the other commandments. In fact, He instructed the rich young ruler to obey the Ten Commandments (Matthew 19:16-22). It is clear from Jesus’ teaching and example that we still need the Sabbath for rest, relaxation, and spending time with God.

Learn More: Was the Sabbath Nailed to the Cross?
Learn More: Is Sunday a Memorial of Jesus’ Resurrection?

(Bibleinfo.com)

13 And when the dragon saw that he was cast unto the earth, he persecuted the woman which brought forth the man child.

14 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.

The woman’s flight into the wilderness for 1,260 days refers to the future time called the Great Tribulation. Twelve hundred, sixty days is 42 months (of 30 days each), which is the same as 3 1/2 years. Halfway through the Tribulation period, the Beast (the Antichrist) will set an image of himself up in the temple that will be built in Jerusalem. This is the abomination that Jesus spoke of in Matthew 24:15 and Mark 13:14. When the Beast does this, he breaks the peace pact he had made with Israel, and the nation has to flee for safety—possibly to Petra (also see Matthew 24; Daniel 9:27). This escape of the Jews is pictured as the woman fleeing into the wilderness.

Revelation 12:12-17 speaks of how the devil will make war against Israel, trying to destroy her (Satan knows his time is short, relatively speaking—see Revelation 20:1-3, 10). It also reveals that God will protect Israel in the wilderness. Revelation 12:14 says Israel will be protected from the devil for "a time, times, and half a time” (“a time” = 1 year; “times” = 2 years; “half a time” = one-half year; in other words, 3 1/2 years).

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Hello Friends. I went ahead and changed the resource pages so that I could keep these posts from running off the page. I am at a loss to understand why that was happening, and I will still work to find out why that happens. At any rate, perhaps a different resource is best anyway. 

I pray this study is helping you understand more about the book of Revelation, as it is me. And we will continue to learn about the other subjects as well. 

At any rate, thanks for coming by today. Have a blessed and wonderful day in Jesus!

The Sabbath Revealed/ Revelation 12:12

 

The Christian world has for some time observed two different days. On one hand, most Christians sincerely observe Sunday, the first day of the week, which they believe to be a memorial of Christ’s resurrection. On the other hand, a large group of Christians, equally sincere, believe that the Bible recognizes only the seventh day as the Sabbath and nowhere affirms the sanctity of Sunday.

Who Changed the Sabbath?

• Did God Change the Sabbath?

Does it really make any difference which day we observe as the Sabbath? As sincere people who want to know the truth, we must always ask ourselves: “What matters to Jesus? What does Jesus want me to do?”

After all, we want the assurance of following Bible truth and obeying God’s instruction when He says, “This is the way, walk in it” (Isaiah 30:21).

In coming to a decision about God’s day of worship, several important questions need to be answered: "Who changed the Sabbath from Saturday, the seventh day of the week, to Sunday, the first day of the week? Does the Bible authorize such a change? If so, did God, Christ, or perhaps the apostles make the change?"

Did God Change the Sabbath?

Is there any pronouncement from God that changes the Sabbath from the seventh to the first day of the week? Most Christians accept the Ten Commandments, given by God at Sinai, as a valid guide to live by. Moses reminded Israel:

“These words the Lord spoke to all your assembly, in the mountain from the midst of the fire, the cloud, and the thick darkness, with a loud voice; and He added no more. And He wrote them on two tablets of stone and gave them to me” (Deuteronomy 5:22).

The Ten Commandments are the only message God has ever personally written out for the human race. They are so important that He wrote them on stone with His own finger (Exodus 31:18). In the fourth commandment, God instructs us:

“Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord your God. In it you shall do no work. . . . For in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them, and rested the seventh day. Therefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day and hallowed it” (Exodus 20:8-11).

When God created our world, He set apart the seventh day as the “Sabbath of the Lord” by three divine acts (Genesis 2:1-3). God:

• Rested on the seventh day from all His work.
• Blessed the seventh day.
• Sanctified it.

Again at Sinai, when He gave the Ten Commandments, God reiterated these same truths. He also made it clear that no human being should revise or edit the instruction from His holy lips. “You shall not add to the word which I command you, nor take from it, that you may keep the commandments of the Lord your God which I command you” (Deuteronomy 4:2).

God Himself pledges not to alter His commands: “My covenant I will not break, nor alter the word that has gone out of My lips” (Psalm 89:34). The Bible is clear that God did not change the Sabbath from the seventh to the first day of the week. (Bibleinfo.com)

12 Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time. Revelation 12:12

Context of the Verse

Revelation 12:12 occurs within a vision of a cosmic battle between good and evil. The chapter depicts a woman, representing Israel or the faithful people of God, giving birth to a male child, symbolizing Jesus, and a great red dragon, representing Satan, who seeks to destroy them. After a heavenly war, Michael and his angels defeat the dragon, who is then cast down to the earth along with his angelsgodsbless.ing

Meaning of the Verse

The verse begins with a call to rejoice in heaven: "Therefore rejoice, O heavens and you who dwell in them!" This rejoicing reflects the victory of God and Christ over Satan, emphasizing that the forces of evil have been overthrown in the heavenly realm (Revelation 12:12) Bible Hub+1. The term “dwell in them” or “tabernacle in them” alludes to the sacred dwelling of God, symbolizing the safety and joy of those who remain faithful and protected by God’s presence Bible Hub.
The second part of the verse, "Woe to you, O earth and sea, for the devil has come down to you in great wrath, because he knows that his time is short," serves as a warning to humanity. Satan, now expelled from heaven, directs his fury toward the earth, seeking to oppose God’s people and disrupt His plans. The phrase “his time is short” underscores the urgency and limited duration of his power, highlighting that evil is ultimately on the defensive and will face final defeat (Revelation 12:12) biblerepository.com+1.

Theological Significance

1. Duality of Joy and Woe: The verse juxtaposes heavenly joy with earthly woe, illustrating the contrast between divine triumph and human vulnerability. Heaven celebrates the defeat of evil, while the earth experiences the intensification of spiritual conflict biblerepository.com.
2. Encouragement for the Faithful: Believers are reminded that despite trials and persecution, God remains in control. The devil’s wrath is limited and temporary, offering hope and reassurance to those who remain steadfast in faith biblerepository.com+1.
3. Symbolic Warning: The verse emphasizes vigilance and perseverance. The devil’s short time signals that spiritual warfare is urgent, and believers must remain faithful, relying on God’s promises and the victory of Christ biblerepository.com.

Summary

Revelation 12:12 captures a pivotal moment in the cosmic struggle between God and Satan. It calls heaven to rejoice over the defeat of evil while warning the earth of the devil’s intensified wrath. The verse encourages believers to remain faithful, recognizing that although evil rages, its power is limited and ultimately defeated through Christ’s victory. This dual message of joy and warning underscores the ongoing spiritual battle and the assurance of God’s ultimate triumph.

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Revelation 11:15-17

 15 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.

16 And the four and twenty elders, which sat before God on their seats, fell upon their faces, and worshipped God,

17 Saying, 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.

Revelations 11:13-14

 13 And the same hour was there a great earthquake, and the tenth part of the city fell, and in the earthquake were slain of men seven thousand: and the remnant were affrighted, and gave glory to the God of heaven.

14 The second woe is past; and, behold, the third woe cometh quickly. Revelations 11:13-14

Revelation 11:13–14 Meaning

Revelation 11:13–14 occurs immediately after the resurrection of God’s two witnesses. After three and a half days, a “breath of life” from God enters them, and they stand up, causing great fear among those who see them. A loud voice from heaven calls them to ascend in a cloud, and they return to God’s presence godsbless.ing.

Revelation 11:13
At that moment, a great earthquake strikes Jerusalem. A tenth of the city collapses, and seven thousand people are killed. The survivors are terrified and give glory to “the God of heaven” Bible Hub+1. This earthquake is a divine intervention, symbolizing God’s power and the shaking of human security. The “tenth” and “seven thousand” numbers echo Old Testament judgments (e.g., 7,000 faithful in Elijah’s day, 1 Kings 19:18), showing a measured but severe judgment. The survivors’ fear and worship indicate that even in judgment, God’s glory can be acknowledged.

Revelation 11:14
This verse marks a transition in the sequence of woes. The “second woe” has passed, and the “third woe” is soon to come. The “woes” are symbolic judgments that intensify as God’s wrath unfolds. This shift signals that the final, most severe judgments are approaching, culminating in the seventh trumpet and Christ’s reign godsbless.ing.

Theological significance

• God’s sovereignty: The timing of the earthquake and the resurrection of the witnesses shows God’s control over events Bible Hub.

• Judgment and repentance: The earthquake is both a punishment and an awakening, leaving some to fear and worship God Bible Hub.

• Progress toward final judgment: The “third woe”预告s the climax of God’s wrath, setting the stage for the final judgments in Revelation godsbless.ing.

• Symbolism of Jerusalem: The city’s destruction here is symbolic of the spiritual and moral collapse of the world system before Christ’s reign Bible Hub.

In summary, Revelation 11:13–14 is a pivotal moment: the resurrection of the witnesses, a divine earthquake in Jerusalem, and the announcement that the most severe judgments are imminent. It underscores God’s power, the seriousness of His judgments, and the approaching climax of His plan.

Hello Friends. Have a blessed day in Jesus!

New Bible Study/ Rev.12:10-11

 Hello, Friends:

I am going to change the topics of our daily Bible Studies to a discussion about the Sabbath. 

The title is Who Changed the Sabbath? 

It will be in four parts and will include these questions:

• Did God Change the Sabbath?
• Did Jesus Ever Change the Sabbath?
• Did the Disciples Make a Change to the Sabbath?
• Did Constantine Change the Sabbath?

The material presented for this study will be from the website BibleInfo.com if you would like to check it out. There are many topics listed there to choose from.

Also, I will continue the reading of Revelation and perhaps a comment from me on some days. 

Thank you for coming by and also being patient to me during these past weeks while my family visits were going on. It was a wonderful time for us as they had all traveled here from out of state. 

I hope your summer is going well and you are surviving this awful heat that much of the country is getting. 

10 And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night.

11 And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death. Revelation 12:10-11

Have a wonderful day in Jesus, and God bless!