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THE BEASTSRevelation 12–14 “Men worshiped . . . the beast, and asked, ’Who is like the beast? Who can make war against him?”’ (Rev. 13:4) Human beings are often deceived by those who appear to be powerful. BackgroundSymbols in Revelation 12–14. We are naturally curious as to who is represented by the figures that makeContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

NO MORE DELAYRevelation 10–11 “In the days when the seventh angel is about to sound his trumpet, the mystery of God will be accomplished, just as He announced to His servants the prophets” (Rev. 10:7). The fast-approaching new year may hold the events described in the rest of Revelation! BackgroundInterpretation. From this point the BookContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

TRUMPET CALLRevelation 8–9 “Woe! Woe! Woe to the inhabitants of the earth, because of the trumpet blasts about to be sounded” (Rev. 8:13). The certainty of judgment brings home the full meaning of Christmas. OverviewThe opening of the seventh seal reveals seven trumpets, representing even more severe judgments that are released on the earth (8:1–9:19).Continue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

WASHED IN THE BLOODRevelation 6–7 “They are before the throne of God and serve Him day and night in His temple; and He who sits on the throne will spread His tent over them. Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst” (Rev. 7:15–16). Beyond the judgment lies blessing for God’s own. BackgroundApocalypticContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

PRAISE IN HEAVENRevelation 4–5 “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise” (Rev. 5:12). All in heaven praise Jesus. Praise Him here on earth! BackgroundThe Jews were scandalized that Jesus should be identified as equal with God (cf. John 8:48–58). TheContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”