Further Thought: “From the very beginning of the great controversy in heaven it has been Satan’s purpose to overthrow the law of God. It was to accomplish this that he entered upon his rebellion against the Creator, and though he was cast out of heaven he has continued the same warfare upon the earth. To … Continue reading –>
Join the discussion as we look at Lesson 11, The Seal of God and Mark of the Beast: Part 1 (0)
Continue reading -->Read Revelation 13:4-5. What identifying marks of the beast power do we discover in these verses? The beast of Revelation is an apostate religious power that rises out of pagan Rome and grows to become a worldwide system of worship. According to Revelation 13:5, it is a blasphemous power. In the New Testament, blasphemy is equated with … Continue reading –>
Monday’s section of this week’s Sabbath School lesson asks the question, Think about a time when life seemed to crumble around you and all that you had was your faith. How did you get by? What lessons did you learn? What did you experience that could help others who might be going through something similar? … Continue reading –>
Read Revelation 13:1-2. Where does the beast come from, and who gives the beast his authority? The first beast power of Revelation 13:1-18 receives his power, seat, and great authority from the dragon. Revelation 12:9 and Revelation 20:2 identify the dragon as Satan. Satan is a cunning foe and works through earthly powers. Revelation 12:3-5 says this “dragon” — the devil — … Continue reading –>
Join It Is Written Sabbath School host Eric Flickinger and this quarter’s author, Mark Finley, as they provide additional insights into this week’s Sabbath School lesson (3)
Continue reading -->You can view an in-depth discussion of The Seal of God and Mark of the Beast Part 1 in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris. Click on the image to view: With thanks to Hope Channel – Television that will change your life. (3)
Continue reading -->The prophecy regarding the mark of the beast is about religious intolerance, an economic boycott, persecution, and eventually a death decree. Surprisingly, it is also a message of encouragement. Even in the worst of times, God will sustain His people who “keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus” (Revelation 14:12, NKJV). And, among … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The central issues between Christ and Satan are loyalty, authority, and worship. Love is the great motivating force in the kingdom of God. June 10, 2023 1. Have a volunteer read Revelation 14:12. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point is in this passage. What two … Continue reading –>
“Three Cosmic Messages” encourages us to Watch, Ye Saints – Hymn 598 as we near the end of this old world’s history to witness the Second Coming of our Lord, and Saviour, Jesus Christ. This is a wonderful hymn to give courage, dear people, and is our theme for this quarter. We will be noting at … Continue reading –>
