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Our message this morning was prepared by ND Willie

Wonderful Morning brethren and friends, I’m glad to share to this Manna for the soul;

IS THE BATTLE OF ARMAGEDDON ONLY A SPIRITUAL IDEA

KEY BIBLE TEXTS
And he gathered them together into a place called in the Hebrew tongue Armageddon. Revelation 16:16

The word “Armageddon” is something of a mystery, appearing only in this verse and nowhere else in Greek literature. It likely refers to the many battles in Israel’s history centering around the mountain of Megiddo. This is also the same location of Mt. Carmel, where Elijah had his famous showdown with the prophets of Baal.

Contrary to what most people believe, the battle of Armageddon is not a typical war between political powers—such as Russia, China, and Israel. Instead, it is the final battle between Christ and Satan and their respective followers.

The first phase of Armageddon is detailed in Revelation 12:17, when the dragon makes war with the woman: “The dragon was enraged with the woman, and he went to make war with the rest of her offspring, who keep the commandments of God.” The ultimate conclusion of this battle takes place at the end of the 1,000 years, when the devil rallies “Gog and Magog,” a symbolic name for the enemies of God’s people, to attack the holy city (Revelation 20:8).

I believe that Satan will, someday soon, impersonate Christ and encourage the world to worship the beast. Revelation reveals several ways in which he will deceive the world through false representations.

Bible writers warned about these deceptions. Jesus said, “For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to deceive” (Matthew 24:24). The apostle Paul warned us many times not to be deceived (1 Corinthians 3:18; Ephesians 5:6). Such preparation for Armageddon, to stand firm in the face of deception, needs to take place within our hearts now, not when the final events are already in full swing.

📌Thoughts of Armageddon should really focus us on a relationship with the Savior. Tanks, guns, or a bunker stocked with food will not protect us. We need to be clothed in the armor of Jesus’ righteousness. Then we will prevail even in the face of a death decree given to those who keep God’s commandments.

Good Morning Everyone 💖

Please share your comments, insights, and reflections after you read the message. Thank you 😘💖