"And I saw three unclean spirits like frogs coming out of the mouth of the dragon, out of the mouth of the beast, and out of the mouth of the false prophet." (Revelation 16:13)
The Greek word translated, "Revelation," means a "disclosure," to "take off the cover." Hence, the revelation of things not yet disclosed, things hidden. I always wondered if I would see our text in my life time, yet world events and contemporary world leaders are showing just how plausible this is. It is true that "the dragon" has been with humanity from the beginning. "The beast" and "the false prophet," however, were yet to be revealed at the time of "The Revelation." I believe they are both alive on Planet Earth today, and there are people alive now who will see the fulfillment of the events disclosed in Revelation.
I have personally known people over the years, including charismatic leaders, who have said that Revelation is symbolism, metaphoric. This "sells." It basically says, "Don't let anyone frighten you about future scary stuff. We all just die and go to Heaven. Just keep enjoying your happy place"-- a most dangerous and ultimately catastrophic attitude. We all have a choice as to what and whom we believe, but the news coming out of Europe and Washington and the recent American election, reveal just how apocalyptic is the present time. Are you ready for "the Day of the Lord?"
For those who are not ready, not living in obedience to Jesus Christ, there is a solemn warning--"Prepare to meet thy God." For those who are living in obedience to Jesus Christ, for those who are "looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ," I have "a word" for you-- "Messenger of good news, shout to Zion from the mountaintops! Shout louder to Jerusalem-- do not be afraid. Tell the towns of Judah, 'Your God is coming!'"
Father, in Jesus' Name, I pray for me and my friend what Paul prayed for Onesiphorus, "The Lord grant to him that he may find mercy from the Lord in that Day...." Amen.
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