August 19, 2013
The seven bowls/vials of God's anger are poured out on the earth.
The first angel and bowl—horrible, painful, and ugly sores came upon all those who had the mark of the beast and worshiped his idol.
The second angel and bowl—all the water in the sea became like decaying blood and every living thing in the sea died.
The third angel and bowl—the water in the river and springs became like blood. Then the angel of the waters said:
My husband has often said (and I agree) that God's punishment is far worse than any punishment man could ever give. That's why accountability that brings repentance, while there is still time for change, cannot be something we avoid or regret even if it is hard to watch someone we love experience it.
The fourth angel and bowl—the sun increases in heat and people are burned with the fire from it. Instead of repenting, the people cursed the name of God and refused to change their hearts and lives, and they refused to acknowledge God as Lord of all and give Him the glory that is due Him.
The fifth angel and bowl—darkness covers the kingdom of the beast. People were in incredible pain without relief. They gnawed their tongues, causing pain to try and block out their even greater pain. And still—they refused to change their hearts and turn away from the evil things they did. Instead, they cursed the God of heaven because of their pain and their sores.
The sixth angel and bowl—the water of the Euphrates completely dries up. This prepares the way for the final battle of Armageddon. The dragon, the beast, and the false prophet send out evil spirits who have the power to do miracles and they go out to gather the kings and get them ready for the final battle—but it won't be their victory. It will be "...the great day of God Almighty." (Revelation 16:14)
God says, "Listen! I will come as a thief comes!" (Revelation 16:15) Be watching and ready!
The scene is set. All the participants are in place.
Next Entry: Revelation 16:1–21 (Continued)
The seven bowls/vials of God's anger are poured out on the earth.
The first angel and bowl—horrible, painful, and ugly sores came upon all those who had the mark of the beast and worshiped his idol.
The second angel and bowl—all the water in the sea became like decaying blood and every living thing in the sea died.
The third angel and bowl—the water in the river and springs became like blood. Then the angel of the waters said:
"Holy One, you are the One who is and who was.It had to be difficult for the angel who had the authority over the water to watch all the waters of the world destroyed. Yet, he knew what God was doing was right, even if it meant destroying what he loved. Vengeance and punishment is the Lord's.
You are right to decide to punish these evil people.
They have poured out the blood of your holy people and
your prophets.
So now you have given them blood to drink as they deserve."
And then a voice came from the altar saying:
"Yes, Lord God Almighty,
the way you punish evil people is right and fair." Revelation 16:5–7 (emphasis mine)
My husband has often said (and I agree) that God's punishment is far worse than any punishment man could ever give. That's why accountability that brings repentance, while there is still time for change, cannot be something we avoid or regret even if it is hard to watch someone we love experience it.
The fourth angel and bowl—the sun increases in heat and people are burned with the fire from it. Instead of repenting, the people cursed the name of God and refused to change their hearts and lives, and they refused to acknowledge God as Lord of all and give Him the glory that is due Him.
The fifth angel and bowl—darkness covers the kingdom of the beast. People were in incredible pain without relief. They gnawed their tongues, causing pain to try and block out their even greater pain. And still—they refused to change their hearts and turn away from the evil things they did. Instead, they cursed the God of heaven because of their pain and their sores.
The sixth angel and bowl—the water of the Euphrates completely dries up. This prepares the way for the final battle of Armageddon. The dragon, the beast, and the false prophet send out evil spirits who have the power to do miracles and they go out to gather the kings and get them ready for the final battle—but it won't be their victory. It will be "...the great day of God Almighty." (Revelation 16:14)
God says, "Listen! I will come as a thief comes!" (Revelation 16:15) Be watching and ready!
The scene is set. All the participants are in place.
Next Entry: Revelation 16:1–21 (Continued)
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