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 I am sorry friends. I have something going on in my home today and so won't be able to post. This has been a hard day so far but Lord willing I will be back tomorrow. Have a blessed afternoon.

The Beast: Human? Non-Human?

 

Who is the beast of Revelation?

During the future tribulation period, the world will be ruled by a godless man presiding over an evil governmental system. The Bible associates this end-times ruler with a terrible beast in Revelation and in Daniel.

In Revelation 13 John sees a nightmarish vision of a dragon and two beasts. The first beast comes out of the sea and receives power from the dragon, or Satan. This beast is a true monstrosity: “It had ten horns and seven heads, with ten crowns on its horns, and on each head a blasphemous name. The beast I saw resembled a leopard, but had feet like those of a bear and a mouth like that of a lion” (Revelation 13:1–2). Daniel’s vision of the beast is similar in many ways to John’s (Daniel 7:7–8, 19–27). Studying both Daniel and Revelation in tandem is profitable.

In Revelation, the term beast refers to two related entities. Sometimes “the beast” refers to the end-times’ empire. The seven heads and ten horns indicate that the beast will be a coalition of nations that rises to power to subdue the earth under Satan’s control. Later references to “the beast” in Revelation picture an individual—the man who is the political leader and head of the beastly empire.

The beast will receive a deadly wound and be healed of it (Revelation 13:3). He will exert authority over the whole world and demand worship (verses 7–8). He will wage war against God’s people, and he will prevail against them for a time (Revelation 13:7; Daniel 7:21). However, the beast’s time is short: according to Revelation 13:5 and Daniel 7:25, he will only be permitted absolute authority for forty-two months (three-and-a-half years).

We believe that the beast in Revelation is the Antichrist, the one who will “oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is called God or is worshiped, so that he sets himself up in God’s temple, proclaiming himself to be God” (2 Thessalonians 2:4). He is also called “the man of lawlessness” and “the man doomed to destruction” (2 Thessalonians 2:3). In Daniel’s vision, the Antichrist is the “little horn” that rises from the head of the terrifying beast (Daniel 7:8).

When the Lord returns in judgment, He will defeat the beast and destroy his empire (Revelation 19:19–20; cf. Daniel 7:11). The beast will be cast alive into the lake of fire. The identity of the individual who will become the beast of Revelation is not yet known. According to 2 Thessalonians 2:7, this man will be revealed only when God removes the restraining influence of the Holy Spirit from the earth.

It is interesting to compare the differing biblical visions of the kingdoms of the world. In Daniel 2, King Nebuchadnezzar dreams of the kingdoms of the world as “a large statue—an enormous, dazzling statue, awesome in appearance” (Daniel 2:31). The prophet Daniel later sees a vision of the same kingdoms, except he sees them as hideous beasts (Daniel 7). In John’s vision of the final worldly kingdom, the empire is portrayed as a grotesque and misshapen beast. These passages present two very different perspectives on the kingdoms mankind builds. Man sees his creations as imposing monuments and works of art fashioned of valuable metals. However, God’s view of the same kingdoms is that they are unnatural monsters. And the beast of Revelation will be the worst of them all.

(Source: gotquestions.org)

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After reading this, what do you think? Will he be human or non-human?  Maybe a little bit of both?

Some of the references I looked up have varying opinions about who he will actually be. Maybe that is a surprise that the devil will spring on people when it is revealed. 

Whatever and whoever he might be will be terrifying as the Bible describes. I don't think that any real believer wants to be here when that time comes. 

Woe unto those that are. And they could possibly be our friends and family members. So, keep praying for them, friends. Use your influence on anyone and everyone you can to reach them. 

But remember, to speak the truth in love as Ephesians 4:15 reminds us to do. 

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12 And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges;

13 I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan's seat is: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth.

14 But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication.

15 So hast thou also them that hold the doctrine of the Nicolaitanes, which thing I hate.

16 Repent; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth.

17 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.

Revelation 2:12–17 addresses the church in Pergamum, where Christ acknowledges their faithfulness despite living in a place associated with evil. He warns them about the dangers of false teachings and immorality, urging them to repent. The passage emphasizes the power of Christ's words, symbolized by the "sharp, double-edged sword," which can both judge and protect. Those who overcome will receive hidden manna and a white stone with a new name, signifying acceptance and reward revelationscriptures.com+3

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Thanks for coming by today, Friends.

I am not sure where I will go with end time subjects. 

However, there is still more to learn.

Perhaps some of you have some ideas you would like me to check out. If you do, please leave me a comment, and I'll do my best to find answers for you. 

The most important place to go is where God will take us.

Right.

So please, feel free to submit subjects on end times that you would like to know more about.

Because this blog is for you

Until Monday, 

have a wonderfully blessed

weekend in Jesus!

Is Trump the Anti-Christ ( Conclusion: Part 10)

 

How Long Will the Antichrist Rule?

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Thankfully, the End Times, where the Antichrist will arise, will only last briefly.

No, it won’t be very pleasant. But the true Messiah will return to set everything aright. The Lord Jesus Christ (also called the Son of Man in some biblical passages) has promised and prophesied his return when he will throw the beast and the dragon into the lake of fire and remake all heaven and earth anew so that all his people can live in the wonderful Kingdom forever.

This gives us hope during hard times.

“Then will appear in heaven the sign of the Son of Man, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.” (Matthew 24:30)

Peace.

Related Podcast: "The Global Deception of the Antichrist" - Revelation 13:1-18

Revelation 13 is one of the most intense and often talked about chapters in all of Scripture. It shows us what the world will look like during the future Tribulation, particularly under the rule of the Antichrist and his associate, the False Prophet. I believe this chapter describes real events that will unfold during a literal future period of judgment on the earth. But even as this chapter reveals darkness, it ultimately points us to something greater. It reminds us that Jesus is still King, His authority is never threatened, and His people are never forgotten. 

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I have to humbly admit, Friends. I could not have written a series on this subject as well as it has been brought forth to us in this article. Thank God, there are people that can and are willing to share with us. 

Sadly, there will be no passage from Revelation in this post. I am having problems with my PC again. I may put that passage in a separate post later today. I apologize for this situation. Have a wonderful day, and please plan to join me tomorrow for a new post entitled: The Beast: Human? Or Non-Human?

Have a blessed day!

Is Trump the Anti-Christ? (Part 9)

 

7. Mark of the Beast

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In ancient cultures, slaves often received a mark, symbolizing who owned them. The Old Testament Law instructed people choosing to remain enslaved (or a bondservant) to wear an earring in one ear (Exodus 25:5-6).

Recognizing the Antichrist involves understanding the ominous mark of the beast, a tangible manifestation of allegiance to the Antichrist, with profound implications for those who accept it.

Revelation 13 describes how the beast, representing the Antichrist, causes all people to receive a mark on their right hand or forehead (Revelation 13:16-17). This mark serves as a means of control and identification, distinguishing those who belong to the Antichrist's kingdom from those who do not. Those who refuse to worship the beast or receive his mark face severe consequences, including economic exclusion and persecution (Revelation 13:15-17). This coercive measure compels individuals to pledge allegiance to the Antichrist under threat of dire punishment.

For Christians, we have been bought by Jesus’ blood, at a price, from death to life. God is our Father and Lord, who gave us his life. We owe allegiance to no one, especially not a man who opposes the God who abundantly loves us and saves us for eternity. As with the persecution above, this will be a difficult time for Christians, threatening our food and provision. However, Jesus promises that if we seek God’s Kingdom and righteousness, then he will provide all we need (Matthew 6:33). Unbelievers, Jesus says, worry about provision. Let us refuse to be manipulated by food and clothing when our Father owns everything.

(Source: Crosswalk.org)

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Perhaps this sign is the scarcest one of all. 

Or it will be when the Beast makes an

entrance on our earth at that time.

But who exactly is the Beast?

Human?

Non-human?

There will be one more installment

(tomorrow)

in the particular post.

After that, I will try to answer that

question for us.

So stay tuned for that. 

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8 And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive;

9 I know thy works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan.

10 Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.

11 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death. Revelation 2:8-11

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Thanks for coming by today, Friends. I did get rid of the headache yesterday, and praise God for that. I don't usually get headaches that are that bad. And the ones I do get usually respond to aspirin fairly quickly. That one didn't. So, I believe that perhaps God answered the prayers of friends who were praying for me. If you were one of those friends, thank you so much! I was so relieved when it was finally gone. 

God bless you all!