Understanding the Battle of Armageddon: Cause, Consequences, and Resolution
Delve into the significance of the great battle of Armageddon as prophesied in Revelation 16:1-21. Discover the historical context and symbolic meaning behind this final conflict between Christ and the Antichrist. Explore the consequences of unwise decisions and the importance of forgiveness and faith amidst persecution. Unravel the ultimate resolution and divine mercy during the great tribulation period.
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Preparation For The Great Battle Of Armageddon VOL 76- LESSON 998
TEXT: Revelation 16:1-21 Memory Verse: And he gathered them together into a place called in the Hebrew tongue Armageddon (Revelation 16:16).
During the sounding of the seventh trumpets, there will be: 1. The outpouring of the last bows or vial of the wrath and judgement of God and; 2. The great and final battle of Armageddon Introduction Introduction The word Armageddon means the mount of Meggido (place of troops/ slaughter). It is symbolically the place where the battle of the great day of God Almighty shall be fought. It is the scene of final conflict between Christ and the Antichrist
Armageddon has a historical significance was there: because it 1. Barak defeated Sisera (Judges 4: 22) 2. Saul's army was defeated by the Philistines (1 Samuel 31) 3. King Josiah, while fighting against Necho, disguised himself, and the king of Egypt was slain (2 Chronicles 35:20-27; 2 Kings 23-29). Introduction Introduction During the battle of Armageddon, Satan and his cohorts will mobilize forces to fight Christ and to frustrate His coming again to establish the millennial reign just the same way he used Herod in his attempt to kill Christ at His first coming. He was defeated and again he will be defeated (Revelation 19:11-21; 20:1-4)
What do you think is the cause of the battle of Armageddon? Question 1: Question 1:
Every wrong decision has its attendant consequence though it appears sweet at the beginning, at the end comes punishment, pain and perdition. Resultant Effect of Unwise Resultant Effect of Unwise Decision Decision Youths should be careful because every wrong decision today brings incalculable consequences with heartaches and regrets! Proverbs 16:25; 9:17,18). (Revelation 16:1-8; 15:1,6; 6:10; 18:20; Proverbs 16:25; 9:17,18; Acts 7:58,59; Deuteronomy 32:35,41,43; 2 Thessalonians 1:6-8) It is usually painful and hurting when we suffer for our faith especially from people who are close to us. Often, we may be tempted to react in retaliation and revenge. But our Lord and Savior prayed, Stephen also demonstrated the persecutors ( Luke 23:34, Acts 7:59,60) grace to forgive our
God heard the prayer of the children of Israel for mercy and deliverance towards the end of the great tribulation period. This is because God has promised that anyone that shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved. God knows how to judge sin and evildoers, ours is to stick to His word without sentiment (Deuteronomy 32:35, 41, 43). Resultant Effect of Unwise Resultant Effect of Unwise Decision Decision (Revelation 16:1-8; 15:1,6; 6:10; 18:20; Proverbs 16:25; 9:17,18; Acts 7:58,59; Deuteronomy 32:35,41,43; 2Thessalonians 1:6-8)
What persecute us even to the point of taking our lives? should be our attitude towards those who Question 2: Question 2:
Hardness of heart is when someones ability to perceive and understand the things of God is dull. It is the inability to see, understand, hear and remember the things of God (Mark 8: 17-19). Impenitence and Impenitence and Blasphemy of The Blasphemy of The Hardened Hearts Hardened Hearts People s heart become hardened because of sin. Unconfessed sins have cumulative and desensitizing effect on the conscience, making it difficult to distinguish between right and wrong (1 Timothy 4:1,2). (Revelation 16:9-12,21; Proverbs 29:1; Romans 2:5; Hebrews 3:13)
Today, there are youths who remain hardened even after rebuke and discipline for wrongdoing (Hebrews 3:13). When the heart is inclined to have his own way (Proverbs 16:25), the end is always hardness of heart. Impenitence And Impenitence And Blasphemy Of The Blasphemy Of The Hardened Hearts Hardened Hearts Solution to hardness of heart is to: 1. Examine the signs and repent 2. Resolve to live according to the word of God (Revelation 16:9-12,21; Proverbs 29:1; Romans 2:5; Hebrews 3:13) No matter the situation we are facing as Christian youths, we should always remember never forsake us. We should remain positive , trusting and hopeful in times of trials and difficulties that God will
What are the causes of hardness of heart? Question 3 & 4: Question 3 & 4: Mention the necessary steps to avoid hardness of heart.
Satan, symbolized by the dragon, the first and second beasts respectively will work together during the great tribulation (Revelation12:3,4,9). the Antichrist and the false prophet Counterfeit Unity and Fall Counterfeit Unity and Fall of The Evil Powers of The Evil Powers This unity will influence the nations and cause the rulers to assemble their armies and they will cooperate, seeing the miracles, signs and wonders but in fulfillment of the will of God. Revelation 16:13-21; 1 John 4:1; 2:18; Matthew 24:21-24; Isaiah 54:15; 8:9; 1 John 4:1; Galatians 2:6-9; Daniel 11:34; Isaiah 8:20; 2 Peter 2:1) Christian youths are called to watchfulness because Satan uses blackmail and deception to cajole weak believers into disobedience and rebellion (Revelation 16:15). We must remain watchful and vigilant (1 Peter 5:8,9).
The essence of their false unity was to fight and to resist the reign of Christ in the millennial reign. They came to the battleground of the Megiddo, but the seventh angels by the backing of a great voice out of the temple of heaven from the throne destabilized them. Counterfeit Unity and Fall Counterfeit Unity and Fall of The Evil Powers of The Evil Powers Eventually, God s judgment came upon them which include: 1. voice of thunders, lightening, great earthquakes so great as have not been observed before the creation of the earth (verse 18); Revelation 16:13-21; 1 John 4:1; 2:18; Matthew 24:21-24; Isaiah 54:15; 8:9; 1 John 4:1; Galatians 2:6-9; Daniel 11:34; Isaiah 8:20; 2 Peter 2:1) 2. great city representing the evil powers fell with all their abominations(Revelation 16:19,17:5); 3. disappearance of every known barriers (verses 20, 6:14); 4. hail falling on man in exceeding great manner (verse 21).
What combination make up the unholy association? Question 5 & 6: Question 5 & 6: Why are believing youths called to be watchful?
