(5) PSALM 149 This Psalm is often used in connection with the future view. It does not, however contain much information to place it chronologically except in a way contrary to a future view. The claim is made that Psa 149:7 (highlighted below) is the equivalent of the seven plagues. (Verses 5-8 shown here for reference) “Let the saints be joyful in glory; Let them sing aloud on their beds. Let the high praises of God be in their mouth,…
We return now to our third argument against the future-plague view. (3) A PRACTICAL CONSIDERATION Many (not all) of the holders of the future-plague position believe that the sealed saints will accomplish the administration of the plagues while in the flesh by a proclamation of harvest truths. As we have seen, however trumpets were for proclamation; plagues are not. Another proclamation would merely be another short-term blowing of the trumpets. No one would listen now any more than they did…
We would like here to return to Brother Doran’s earlier argument against the future-plague scenario as it relates to the following text and to whom it is who gains the victory over the beast and the image, viz., “And I saw thrones, and they sat on them, and judgment was committed to them. Then I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their witness to Jesus and for the word of God, who had not worshiped the…
As was mention in our opening post there are three different views as to when the plagues take place, the first of these that they took place in the past has already been disproved, the second that they are yet future has a little bit more credibility, however we believe the facts will show that even this view is flawed. “After these things I saw another angel coming down from heaven, having great authority, and the earth was illuminated with…
(3) Back to WHO POURS THE BOWLS: There is in Chapter 17:1 a VERY IMPORTANT message. In it we see “ONE OF THE ANGELS WHO HAD THE SEVEN VIALS” who comes to TALK WITH JOHN. In Revelation John represents the church in the flesh, this side of the veil. So, it is clear that the angels who pour the bowls ARE NOT the feet members of the church in the flesh. This angel who is talking to John stays around…
Where are the plagues poured? Rev 16:1 states in a GENERAL way that they are poured on “the earth” – the establish (Christian) world or society. It will be noted, however that each bowl is poured on a DIFFERENT PART of the earth. The “earth” is divided up into different symbols so that we can follow history and see which part of the Christian world is next to be affected. Thus, the bowls are not just on the religious part…
What are the Plagues? First, let us define some terms. Brethren sometimes are a bit careless or generalizing in the use of terms. With prophecy however it is imperative that we be quite specific for the sake of accuracy. For instance, we speak (with regards to Rev 20) of the binding of Satan, however Rev 20 speaks NOT just of a binding, but of a five-step process including (1) laying hold on, (2) binding, (3) casting into a pit, (4)…
We continue with our look at some of the horrible events which have taken place in the 20th century. 5. Cambodia’s killing fields (1975–1979) Death toll: around 2 million deaths The Khmer Rouge was a radical communist movement that reined over Cambodia during the years of 1975 through 1979. Their power was the result of a brutal brand of guerrilla warfare. It was believed that the movement was established in 1967 as an armed wing of the Kampuchea Communist Party….
The following article entitled: “How Genocide and Human Depravity drove History’s Bloodiest Century” written by Charles Stephen, denotes some of horrific events of the 20th century. “There’s an irony surrounding the 20th century. Believe it or not, it began with a strong sense of hope and promise. There were several notable technological and industrial advances afoot, and it seemed that humankind was on the cusp of a new golden age. Many scholars believe this hopeful vision was perhaps one of…
General Remarks on the Timing of the Plagues Please look carefully at Rev 18:4 “And I heard another voice from heaven saying, “Come out of her, my people, lest you share in her sins, and lest you receive of her plagues.” Several deductions seem either inevitable or likely in its words. It clearly shows that no plagues were poured out prior to A.D.1878, the date at which most of us date this verse. It shows this by saying, come out…