WEEK 22 MEMORY VERSE:
”And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Now the dwelling of God is with men, and he will live with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. 4He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
Revelation 21:3-4

Monday, August 10, 2009
Revelation 19:1-21
The Fall of the Beast
As this great story of the end hurtles toward its conclusion, it is clear that the final judgment sequence is underway. In this chapter we see a great celebration over the destruction of Babylon followed by a description of the destruction of the Antichrist and the false prophet. It is interesting that these two who have until been in absolute control of the unbelieving population of the earth are totally defeated by the power of God. They are judged and thrown into the lake of burning fire. The one who is called Faithful and True, the Word of God, comes riding on a white horse and leading the armies of heaven to execute this judgment. As you ponder the final triumph of Christ over the Antichrist today, celebrate the reality that Jesus, who died for us and was thought defeated by Satan, is coming back as a triumphant warrior. His Kingdom will be victorious in the end, and those who oppose it will meet a bitter end. Stad strong in your faith no matter what kind of opposition you may face – the authority of those who oppose Christ is temporary!

Prayer Starter:
Lord, thank you that the Antichrist will not stand. I know that whether or not the Antichrist is alive as a person today, certainly the antichrist spirit is alive and well. Help me to cling to Christ now, that I might share in your ultimate victory and be part of the chorus of celebration in that day.