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The Third Angel’s Message (Part 2)

July 26, 2024

The Message of the Third Angel (Part 2)

Revelation 14:12

12 Here is the patience of the saints; here are those who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. (Rev 14:12 KJV)

 

The Grand Finale

This is the grand finale of the three angels’ messages. So far, we have been presented with Christ’s side in the first angel’s message and Satan’s side in the second angel’s message. The third angel’s message contains the word ‘if’ because it brings the recipient to a point of decision. The final destiny of those who choose Satan’s side has been presented already, but now we are presented with those who choose Christ’s side. The third angel presents them in two ways:

  1. The patience of the saints
  2. Those who keep the commandments of God and have the faith of Jesus

The Third Angel’s Message (Part 1)

July 26, 2024

The Message of the Third Angel (Part 1)

Revelation 14:9-11

9 Then a third angel followed them, saying with a loud voice, “If anyone worships the beast and his image, and receives his mark on his forehead or on his hand,

10 “he himself shall also drink of the wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out full strength into the cup of His indignation. He shall be tormented with fire and brimstone in the presence of the holy angels and in the presence of the Lamb.

11 “And the smoke of their torment ascends forever and ever; and they have no rest day or night, who worship the beast and his image, and whoever receives the mark of his name.” (Rev 14:9-11 NKJ)

 

The Final Warning

After the proclamation of the eternal gospel with the appeal to humanity to return to God (the first angel’s message), followed by the alert to the fall of the religious-political system called Babylon (the second angel’s message), comes a warning about the fate of those who worship, or identify themselves with, the first beast of Revelation 13 (the third angel’s message).

The First Angel’s Message

July 26, 2024

The Message of the First Angel

Revelation 14:6-7

 

6 Then I saw another angel flying in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach to those who dwell on the earth– to every nation, tribe, tongue, and people–

7 saying with a loud voice, “Fear God and give glory to Him, for the hour of His judgment has come; and worship Him who made heaven and earth, the sea and springs of water.” (Rev 14:6-7 NKJ)

 

Let’s begin by setting the scene

  • Why an angel?
  • Why is he flying?
  • And who needs to hear his message?

The Second Angel’s Message

July 26, 2024

The Message of the Second Angel

Revelation 14:8

8 And another angel followed, saying, “Babylon is fallen, is fallen, that great city, because she has made all nations drink of the wine of the wrath of her fornication.” (Rev 14:8 NKJ)

 

Babylon is Fallen! Is Fallen!

The first angel is soon followed by the second one whose message is related to the previous message. After being called to worship God as our Creator, we are also told that one of the most powerful religious and political systems followed on earth is soon going to come to an end. For us to understand the message of the second angel, we need to understand what “Babylon” means today. But first, we need to know what it meant to first-century Christians.

Three Angels’ Messages

July 26, 2024

The Three Angels’ Messages

 

Christians, and even many non-Christians, are familiar with the story of Jesus’ birth and life: His First Coming. However, fewer are acquainted with the glorious event that is soon to follow (according to the Bible prophets): the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.

According to some theologians, like Dwight Moody, there are even more references in the Scripture to Jesus’ Second Coming than to His First Coming. Many biblical prophets spoke about this climactic event that will end the Great Controversy between good and evil.

This series will focus on this lesser-known, yet equally significant and relevant event. It will look at the messages that are proclaimed shortly before Jesus’ return. The main text is found in Revelation chapter 14:6-12 and is known as The Three Angels’ Messages.

Story of Daniel, the prophet

March 23, 2021

Daniel 1

By a remarkable turn of events, Daniel the hostage became Daniel the Prime Minister of Babylon, and the king’s most trusted adviser. In fact he prospered under the reign of four kings. How did he do it? How did he survive 70 years of captivity? His secret of inner spiritual strength will provide us with the key to surviving the challenges of life, and more importantly the end-time. Find out more in the program entitled The Captive, produced by The Incredible Journey (Australia).

Daniel 2

The world around us is still suffering from Covid–19 and all its implications. The program, Daniel – The Hand that Guides the Future, offers us a spirit of peace in place of fear, and a spirit of hope in place of worry. Gary Kent looks at an ancient king’s amazing dream that gives startling evidence for the existence of God, and proves that not only does He notice us; but His hand is still steering history towards one incredible final event.

Daniel 3

We’re going to go back in time to a remarkable scene on the plains of Dura right near ancient Babylon. An enormous statue of King Nebuchadnezzar had been set up, and thousands of representatives from his empire were invited to pay homage to it in a splendid ceremony. But when the vast assembly on the plain bowed to the ground toward the image, three young men defied the king and remained standing. Their decision angered a king and shook an empire. It’s also encouraged people everywhere. This is their story.

Daniel 4

Nebuchadnezzar was the greatest king on earth. He had every reason to be proud of his achievements. He ruled over the biggest empire the world had ever seen, from his palaces in the most beautiful city in the world: Babylon. And he had built it himself. This is the story of his struggle to accept that he wasn’t the centre of the universe and that the true God was in control. It climaxes with the king in a field eating grass like a cow, completely mad. But it has a good ending. This story helps us reflect on how God has worked throughout our lives to reveal himself to us, and helps us reflect where we are on this very special journey called life.

Daniel 5

King Belshazzar of Babylon organized a big party. Amid all the revelry, an event occurred that brought all festivities to an immediate halt. A mysterious hand appeared, and in fiery letters, wrote a chilling message on the king’s palace wall. Suddenly the party crowd goes silent. They are stunned. But nobody can read the message, and so nobody knows what it means. And then Daniel reads and interprets the writing on the wall. Empires do fall!..

Daniel 6

There are many heroes in the Bible. Some are great warriors. But others are men of quiet faith – men who display their courage, not on the battlefield, but simply by their faithfulness to God. Daniel is such a man. In this program we’re going to consider his experience in the lions’ den. This is an inspiring story about courage and bravery, but most of all, about true faithfulness, about faith in God through all things, about faith that stood the test of time during a crisis.