A Real and Present DangerJohn Stone”Here is wisdom. Let him who has understanding calculate the number of the beast, for the number is that of a man; and his number is six hundred and sixty-six.” Revelation 13:18 (NASB)“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7 (NASB)Revelation chapter 13 describes a time of great fear for Christians; a...  Read More

The Dwelling PlacePastor Patrick RowlandFrom the beginning of time, Satan has waged war against Christ and His followers. It all started in the Garden of Eden as he deceived Eve and sin disrupted God’s perfect creation. God’s plan for redeeming His creation was sending Jesus, His own son, as the final sacrifice for our sin. Revelation chapter 12 shows the “behind the scenes” story of the birth and...  Read More

Who do you Worship?Caleb JonesSometimes it is really hard to distinguish the voice of God. We constantly have distractions right in front of our face that make it difficult to understand who God is, what He wants for us, and what decisions He wants us to make. We live in a very self-centered, “me” culture. Have you ever recalibrated yourself with social media usage? Have you stopped using it becau...  Read More

False MiraclesPastor Roy TownsendAs I was preparing for this writing, I came across a section that highlighted false miracles. False miracles have always fascinated me as they are recorded in the Bible. Pharaoh’s magicians in the Old Testament were able to do some pretty spectacular miracles when they were battling Moses and Aaron. Exodus 7:10-11 records, “So Moses and Aaron went to Pharaoh and di...  Read More

The Mark of the BeastGary Wright“Also it causes all, both small and great, both rich and poor, both free and slave, to be marked on the right hand or the forehead, so that no one can buy or sell unless he has the mark, that is, the name of the beast or the number of its name.” (Revelation 13:16-17)Have you ever had something in life that you loved so much that you became obsessed with it? I have, ...  Read More

Sin is ToxicPastor Ryan StoryRevelation chapter 13 begins with John doing his best to describe the coming of the Beast. The physical description of the Beast that rises out of the sea is like something out of a J.R.R Tolkien book. While reading, I was drawn to two ways John describes the Beast.Revelation 13:1 says, “And I saw a beast rising out of the sea, with ten horns and seven heads, with ten ...  Read More

The Warning Brings ComfortJoanna MontgomeryWhen I was a young girl, I remember hearing sermons on the Great Tribulation, the mark of the Beast, and the end of the age. It used to frighten me because I did not fully understand the beauty of truth. We currently live in a world where truth is treated as subjective. We are told by those who do not follow the Word of God, that truth is what you want it...  Read More

Endurance in AdversityPastor Justin DeanSoccer is a sport that I was never any good at. The best I could do was play goalie, and that is because I am big-boned enough to prove an opposing obstacle in the goal. The amount of running in that sport is astonishing. Distance running, sprints, stop and goes, and agility are required to even play, and let us just leave it at, “I did not have what it take...  Read More

EndurePastor Noble BairdThe Beast - there is no easy way to share this passage of Scripture in Revelation 13:1-10. John shares the vision he has about the Beast, which is another name for the Antichrist. Throughout the book of Revelation, it is the true endgame of this world. Satan will be attempting his last quarter push, pulling out all the stops, and throwing everything he has at this world. Hi...  Read More

Satan’s Fake ChristPastor Roy TownsendI have had the privilege of traveling to different countries throughout my life. I enjoy traveling, but one of the unique similarities of each place that I visited was the fake products that were for sale to travelers. It is fun to watch people be excited about the fake items that would be super expensive back home. Can you believe that I could get a watch for...  Read More

Beauty and the BeastJohn RiggRevelation chapter 13 describes the arrival of the apocalyptic Beast. In verse one, we see the Beast coming out of the sea and this more than likely is referencing the “sea of humanity.” This helps us understand that the Beast represents a man that rises out of the brokenness and depravity of mankind. He rules over a worldwide government that is represented by the ten ...  Read More

Knowing the BeastPatrick BicknellThe Apostle John gives a very stark image of what the Antichrist will be like during the end times. Here in Revelation chapter 13, we see what John describes as someone seeking to be praised and to control the world. Some important things to note that this Beast will do is first and foremost the Beast wants to be in the position of God. At the end of verse 4, it sa...  Read More