This new series focuses on what the Lord is doing. I have found that people are too focused on what is happening in the world and thus can be subject to the spirit of fear from the world system.
The Lord warns us in the end times -
`there will be signs in the sun, in the moon, and in the stars; and on earth distress of nations, with perplexity, the sea and the waves roaring; men`s hearts failing them from fear and the expectation of those things which are coming on the earth, fo
My Appreciation.
A big thank you, to everyone who has done this journey with me through the book of Revelation. To focus on the different visions of the Lord that the Father has revealed, gladdens the heart and strengthens the spirit. It is truly amazing to have such wonderful revelation of our Lord as He is known in the heavenly realm.
A special thanks to mabel who has given us such great questions and comments. I`m sure like me you would have enjoyed her humour, and app
Christ`s Invitation.
Those who obey God`s commandments are the blessed ones who may enter the new Jerusalem and receive of eternal life through Jesus. But those who are evil cannot enter.
`Blessed are those who do His commandments,
that they may have the right to the tree of life,
and may enter through the gates into the city.
Christ the Architect.
This is the Lord`s last reference to His own majestic personality. He uses three figures of speech which signify His authorship, leadership and governorship in relation to the New Jerusalem.
“I am the Root and the offspring of David,
the bright and Morning Star.”
Christ`s Signature.
The Lord Jesus Christ, the sovereign ruler of the universe, the King of kings and Lord of lords, supreme above every power and authority finally signs His signature, just - Jesus. All the titles do not change the meek and humble heart of our Saviour, Jesus.
` I, Jesus....` (Rev. 22: 16)
Then the Lord Jesus makes His final profound declarations of who He is. These words are inclusi
FINAL WORDS
The Prophecy – Faithful and True.
At the conclusion of the revelation of Jesus, the angel tells John that the prophecy is faithful and true and that the unfolding of these things will shortly begin to take place. This would be from the building of the Body of Christ through to the New Jerusalem.
`Then he said to me, “These words are faithful and true,”
And the Lord God of th
The Throne: Christ`s Rulership.
`And there shall be no more curse, but the throne of God and of the lamb shall be in it,....`
(Rev. 22: 3)
The word, `throne,` represents the rule and authority of God. We know that God`s eternal throne is in the highest heavens whereas this `throne,` in the New Jerusalem is just above the eart
The Temple: a blessing.
`But I saw no temple in it, for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple:
And the city had no need of the sun or of the moon to shine in it,
for the glory of God illuminated it, and the Lamb is its light.`
(Rev. 21: 22 & 23)
The Precious Stones - Christ`s Rulership.
The foundations of the walls are adorned with all kinds of precious stones. These were on the priest`s breastplate and represent Christ`s rulership. (Ex. 28: 15 – 21)
Judgment – Heb. `mishpat,` meaning judgment, divine law, rulership.
`And the foundations of the wall of the city were adorned with all kinds of precious stones:
the 1st foundation was the jasper, the 2nd
The Government of the City - Priests.
The Priesthood - l44 cubits of the wall.
` Then he measured its wall: 144 cubits,
according to the measure of a man, that is, of an angel.`
(Rev. 21: 17)
The Government of the City - Kings.
The Gates - the Inheritance - access to the city.
`Also she had a great and high wall with 12 gates,
and 12 angels at the gates, and names written on them,
which are the names of the 12 tribes of Israel:
THE NEW JERUSALEM
`Then one of the 7 angels who had the 7 bowls filled with the 7 last plagues
came to me and talked with me, saying,
“Come, I will show you the bride, the Lamb`s wife.”
(Christ is the Chief Justice of Heaven`s supreme court. His decisions are final and beyond His verdict there is no other court of appeal. He exercises the final prerogative that is essential to judgeship; He is able to kill and to make alive.
So now we read of the Lord `making alive,` making all things new for He is the Creator of all.)
THE NEW HEAVENS and NEW EARTH.
There is a specific time when God will purge and purify the heavens and the eart
Final Judgments
Here we are shown the most awe-inspiring vision of earth and sky being `rolled up.`
`Then I saw a great white throne and Him who sat on it,
from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away.
And there was found no place for them.`
The Millennial Kingdom
After the triumph of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the defeat and disposal of every hostile & evil power, the time has come for the setting up of Christ`s Millennial Kingdom. This will be a wonderful time of blessing and fruitfulness for the nation of Israel and for those who obey Christ`s rule through them.
`Now it shall come to pass in the latter days
that the mountain of the Lord`s house shall
THE MILLENNIUM (Rev. 20)
The Millennium is the time which God promised to the nation of Israel. They would be the rulers over the nations of the world, under God. Satan would be bound for this period, and man will be able to learn God`s ways. The Lord Jesus will rule through Israel with a rod of iron, meaning consequences for actions.
Judgments
Satan is cast into the bottomless pit for a thousand years while Israel rules the nations of the world under Chr
Armageddon
The call goes out for the climax of the ages when the Lord gathers the rebellious together and deals with them. The details of this event are throughout God`s word.
`Then I saw an angel standing in the sun;
and he cried with a loud voice to all the birds that fly in the midst of heaven,
“Come and gather together for the supper of the great God,
that
The Army
The Lord comes with His army to judge and make war against all rebellious mankind.
`And the armies in heaven, clothed in fine linen,
white and clean, followed Him on white horses.`
(Rev. 19: 14)
Who are these heavenly armies? There has been much confusion &
The Deliverer
The Lord Jesus Christ, Israel`s deliverer, is now seen coming from heaven in power and great glory. He comes in full array of His majesty and authority. We are given a wonderful description of Him revealing His Holy character and great authority over all principalities and powers in the unseen and upon earth.
`Then I saw heaven opened, & behold, a white horse.
And He who sat on him was called Fait
Israel waiting deliverance.
Israel is the `wife,` of Jehovah. He is called her `husband.` This is a symbolic picture of the relationship God has with His people, Israel. He is joined to them in a covenant purpose, and although they had turned from Him, God is bringing them back to Himself through the Lord Jesus, their Messiah.
`your Maker is your husband, the Lord of hosts is His name;
and you
BABYLON TO JERUSALEM
When the city of Babylon has been destroyed then all of heaven resounds with the praises and acclamation to God. There is the great multitude of people, the 24 elders (representing the Body of Christ) and Christ`s living ministries; all acclaim that God`s judgments are true and righteous, all acclaim salvation and glory, honour and power be unto the Lord God.
`After these things I heard a loud vo
`The merchants of these things, who became rich by her,
will stand at a distance for fear of her torment, weeping and wailing, and saying,
“Alas, alas, that great city
that was clothed in fine linen, purple, and scarlet,
and adorned with gold and precious stones and pearls!
For is one hour such great riches came to nothing
The Judgment of Economic Babylon.
This capital of the world`s economy has boasted that it is secure from any financial and commercial difficulty - `will see no sorrow.` Man has finally put together a system that controls everyone on earth by a mark, number or name. (Rev. 13: 16 & 17) But it is God who will judge this demonic system of abuse of power and corruption.
`In the measure that she glorified herself and lived luxuriously,
ECONOMIC BABYLON
The city of Babylon will not only be the center of man`s Religious System, which gets destroyed, but also the centre of commerce and finance – the Global Economy. We are now given a picture of this aspect of the city of Babylon. It is called a `prison` and `a habitation of demons.` What a terrifying prospect for those who worship the `beast.`
The Lord with `great authority` and `glory.` declares the judgments upon Babylon -`fallen, fallen,` indicating
`And the 10 horns which you saw are 10 kings
who have received no kingdom as yet,
but they receive authority for one hour as kings with the beast.`
(Rev. 17: 12)
They (Isalm) believe that the Anti-Christ is their long awaited Messiah and thus even make war with the Lord Jesus Christ Himself.
