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When you hear and read God’s Word and are touched by the Holy Spirit, your eyes are opened to your own sinfulness. You recognize your need for mercy and choose to follow Him. But how do we follow Jesus, who is holy? He Himself said, “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.”
Choosing to follow Christ means turning away from a sinful life. For many, this decision leads to baptism. Baptism—by full immersion in water, not merely sprinkling—is a vital step of obedience. Jesus made it clear: to accept Him as Lord, you must repent, surrender your sin, and be baptized both by water and by the Holy Spirit. This is required of all who are able, except in cases where illness or circumstances prevent it. God, in His mercy, makes allowances for those who are bedridden or near death, but procrastination is dangerous. Waiting until the last moment may leave you unable to repent or ask forgiveness.
Jesus warned that the devil and his angels are constantly working to draw souls into darkness. Sadly, many die without repentance. His words are sobering: “Repent, or perish.” Once death comes, a person’s fate is sealed—there is no second chance. This truth is not meant to frighten, but to awaken us to the urgency of genuine repentance.
True repentance is more than words spoken with the lips; it must come from the heart. It requires a willful change of life and abandoning the old self. If you have stolen, you must confess and turn away from theft. If you have lived in adultery, you must forsake lust and remain faithful. If your mouth has been filled with profanity, you must stop speaking corrupt words and instead speak what is good. Lies must be rejected, and you must not side with those who spread falsehoods. Jesus said, “Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters.”
Following Christ is not easy. You will face mockery and insults, especially from those who knew your old life. Yet do not be discouraged—persevere. God’s gift is beyond compare: eternal life. No one else can offer such a promise.
Repentance, however, is not a one-time act that guarantees salvation without effort. Jesus said, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” This means that trials and temptations will come every day, and we must continually pray and strive to overcome them. Satan is never idle; he watches for opportunities to lead us back into sin.
That is why reading God’s Holy Word, the Bible, is essential. Even one verse, read with prayer and a request for the Holy Spirit’s guidance, strengthens faith and keeps your heart aligned with God. Scripture is not only a source of wisdom but also a shield against temptation.
As followers of Christ, we also have obligations. Jesus requires us to share the truth with others, to do good, and to uphold justice. We must despise corruption, cheating, lies, and lust. We are called to respect our parents, honor the elderly, and show compassion to those who are physically unhealthy or handicapped. True care is the mark of a disciple. Do not be ashamed to stand with those who defend the truth. Hiding good deeds or failing to live them out makes one unworthy of being called a follower of God.
Therefore, live each day in repentance, prayer, and perseverance. Read the Bible faithfully, pray for understanding, and let your life reflect Christ’s love. The road may be difficult, but the reward, eternal life with God, is greater than anything this world can offer.
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As we continue exploring this revelation, it is important to pause and reflect on the one through whom God chose to unveil these mysteries of the future, John. Some readers may not fully understand who John was, so let us briefly revisit his story and the reason he was entrusted with such visions.
John was one of the twelve disciples of Jesus, the youngest among them, likely still in his late teens when he was called. His older brother was James, and together they worked as fishermen with their father, Zebedee. Scripture tells us that Jesus saw them in a boat, mending their nets. At His call, they immediately left their father and the men working with him, choosing instead to follow Christ. This act of obedience marked the beginning of John’s journey as a disciple and later as the one who would receive the Revelation.
Years later, while in exile on the island of Patmos, John was given visions that revealed the mysteries of God’s plan for the future. Among these visions, he wrote of a striking image: “The woman fled into the wilderness to a place prepared for her by God, where she might be taken care of for 1,260 days.” This passage reminds us that God not only reveals the coming trials but also shows His provision and care for those who remain faithful.
Before John’s exile, however, he recorded another powerful moment in his Gospel. After Jesus’ resurrection, He appeared to His disciples by the Sea of Galilee. John writes: “Simon Peter, Thomas (also known as Didymus), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. ‘I’m going out to fish,’ Simon Peter told them, and they said, ‘We’ll go with you.’ So they went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing.” (John 21:3).
It was in these post-resurrection appearances that Jesus gave His final instructions. With the eleven disciples (for Judas Iscariot had betrayed Him and perished), Jesus ate with them and commanded: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” This was the sealing of their anointing, the empowerment to become His emissaries and spread the gospel to the ends of the earth.
Before ascending into heaven, the disciples asked Him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” Jesus replied: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by His own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Then, before their very eyes, He was taken up, and a cloud hid Him from their sight.
After Jesus’ ascension, the disciples began their full ministry. They often traveled in pairs or groups of three, proclaiming the good news. John frequently partnered with his brother James and with Peter, forming a strong team of witnesses.
Now, returning to the vision given to John on Patmos, God mentioned the 1,260 days. What do these days represent? Our current year is 365 days, so is this a literal number of days, or does it symbolize something greater? John was shown that the woman would be cared for during this time, preserved by God’s hand. The question remains, when will this happen, and how will it unfold?
As we ponder this vision, let us remember: God’s Word is not given to satisfy curiosity about dates, but to strengthen faith, encourage perseverance, and remind us of His sovereignty. Just as John was faithful to record what he saw, we too must be faithful to read, pray, and live according to God’s Word.
The 1,260 Days in Prophecy
This mystery invites us to reflect deeply. Numbers in Scripture often carry symbolic meaning, pointing to seasons of trial, testing, or divine protection. The 1,260 days remind us that God sets boundaries on suffering and persecution. He determines the times and seasons, and He provides refuge for His people even in the wilderness.
In Scripture, God explains that “with the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day” (2 Peter 3:8). This principle helps us understand the vision that speaks of the woman being cared for in the wilderness for 1,260 days. In God’s timing, these days represent 1,260 years.
The vision does not refer to Mary, the mother of Jesus, as in the earlier interpretation of the woman giving birth to the Messiah. Instead, God revealed that the woman symbolizes His church. Which church? The church of Christianity—the body of believers who follow Christ. Christianity is the true church of Jesus, for it was established by Him, the Messiah, the Son of God whom the Father sent to save mankind from sin.
This prophecy of the woman being cared for during 1,260 days (or years) has already been fulfilled in history. After Jesus ascended into heaven, His disciples began their ministry, spreading the gospel throughout the world. Yet at the same time, Satan began his work to oppose and corrupt God’s mission. The words “taken care of in the wilderness” signify that Christianity was divinely protected during a long season of persecution.
The 1,260 years are understood to have begun after the death of James, the brother of John—the very disciple who later received the Revelation. This pivotal moment is recorded in Acts 12, where the apostle Paul describes the beginning of persecution against the church:
“It was about this time that King Herod arrested some who belonged to the church, intending to persecute them. He had James, the brother of John, put to death with the sword. When he saw that this met with approval among the Jews, he proceeded to seize Peter also. This happened during the Festival of Unleavened Bread. After arresting him, he put him in prison, handing him over to be guarded by four squads of four soldiers each. Herod intended to bring him out for public trial after the Passover.”
The church prayed earnestly for Peter, and God answered. Scripture continues:
“The night before Herod was to bring him to trial, Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains, and sentries stood guard at the entrance. Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared, and a light shone in the cell. He struck Peter on the side and woke him up. ‘Quick, get up!’ he said, and the chains fell off Peter’s wrists.”
This miraculous deliverance shows that even in the midst of persecution, God’s hand was upon His people. The vision of the woman in the wilderness for 1,260 years reminds us that the church, though attacked and oppressed, was never abandoned. God preserved His truth, sustained His followers, and ensured that the gospel continued to spread.
The woman clothed in white also symbolizes the pure church, the true Christians and faithful followers of Jesus, who willingly gave their lives for God’s cause. They faced death without fear, whether by beheading, being burned alive, being torn apart by lions, or being cut into pieces. History gives us a vivid example in Emperor Nero, born December 15, 37 CE in Antium, Latium, and ruling as Rome’s fifth emperor until his death on June 9, 68 CE. Nero became infamous for his brutality. To illuminate the city of Rome during his feasts with royal guests, he tied Christian martyrs to posts and set them ablaze, using their bodies as torches. Regardless of age—children, women, the elderly—none were spared. Yet even as they screamed in agony, many sang hymns to Jesus while dying in the flames, bearing witness to their unshakable faith.
Nero’s cruelty and debauchery made him notorious, not only for the burning of Rome but also for his merciless persecution of Christians. Such accounts force us to ask: as believers today, could we stand firm under such a test? Jesus reminds us, “Take up your cross daily and follow me.” The question remains, are we willing to do what He says?
Let us now continue to Part Five of these writings, where I will reveal how the 1,260 years of persecution came to an end—the closing of a long season of Christian agony. This is the vision given to John when the angel handed him the little scroll and commanded him to eat it. John was told that it would taste sweet like honey, yet turn bitter once consumed. Indeed, he ate the scroll, and it made his stomach sick.
The meaning is profound: the scroll represents the Holy Scriptures, the very Word of God. To hear and embrace God’s Word is sweet, filling the soul with joy and hope. Yet, to follow Jesus Christ faithfully brings with it the “bitter trials” He Himself foretold. The sweetness of His promises is often followed by the bitterness of suffering—beheadings, burning in fire, being torn apart by lions, or slain by the sword.
So, I ask you: are you still willing to be a Christian? Jesus declared that the road to God’s kingdom is a narrow path, not an easy one. It is more like an obstacle course, where one must walk across a narrow wooden bridge suspended high above a raging river filled with jagged rocks and hungry crocodiles, striving to reach the other side. Such is the journey of faith—fraught with danger, yet leading to eternal life.
If you are reading this message at random, I urge you to go back and read from the beginning. Without following the first part through to the last, my explanation of Revelation may seem confusing. Each section builds upon the other, and only by walking through the whole journey will the meaning become clear.
Pray earnestly as you read these truths, for the path is narrow, but the reward is everlasting.
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The book of Revelation was written by John, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus. He was the youngest among them and, in time, became the last living disciple. Many Christians, and even anthropologists, have searched the island of Patmos, hoping to find evidence of his death by locating his bones. Yet none were ever discovered. That rocky island held no great beasts or poisonous creatures capable of consuming him, and God does not permit His prophets to be destroyed in such a way.
This absence has led to the belief that John may have ascended to heaven without experiencing death. Scripture itself hints at this possibility. After His resurrection, during His final appearance before ascending to heaven, Jesus spoke with Peter concerning John.
John, the disciple whom Jesus loved, wrote of himself: “This was the one who had leaned back against Jesus at the supper and had said, ‘Lord, who is going to betray you?’” When Peter saw John following them, he asked, “Lord, what about him?”
Jesus replied: “If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me.”
Because of this, a rumor spread among the believers that John would never die. Yet Jesus did not say that John would not die; He only said,
“If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you?”
And so, with no bones found on Patmos, the mystery remains—did John truly pass away, or was he taken up by God? As John’s bones were never found on the island of Patmos, it is then confirmed that John did not die at all. God allowed John to ascend to Him alive.
The book of Revelation, written by John, is a divine record of prophecy. Some of these prophecies have already been fulfilled, others are unfolding in our time, and many are yet to come. God revealed to John the events that would follow after he completed his writing—visions that encompass the destiny of Israel as His chosen nation, the rise and fall of empires and kingdoms, the spread of Christianity, the shadow of the Dark Ages, the birth of a great nation, the United States of America, and what awaits that nation in the future.
Revelation also speaks of the fate of Christianity in the last days, the pouring out of the final seven plagues, Satan’s sealing of his followers through the image of the beast and the number 666, the sealing of God’s chosen people, the end of the world, and ultimately, the glorious Second Coming of Jesus Christ.
As I have said, I will write on each of these subjects, one by one, according to the understanding God has given me and the revelations He has shown me through dreams and visions.
At this moment, you must ask yourself: where will you stand? Jesus said, “Come, follow me, and take up your cross with bitter trials.” Can you endure the test? Consider those who came before us. John the Baptist was beheaded while Jesus still walked the earth. James, the brother of John who wrote Revelation, was slain by the sword under King Herod’s order. Peter was crucified upside down. The Apostle Paul was flogged, bitten by a deadly serpent, and beaten many times by those who opposed the Word of God.
God is asking you today: Are you certain you can stand the test? The road to heaven is not easy. There are only two choices. Jesus declared, “Either you are for me or against me.” There is no middle ground.
If you are reading these Scriptures and prophecies to strengthen yourself as a true believer and follower of God, then hold fast and continue. Bitter trials are coming, and none will be exempt. But if you endure, my friend, we will share eternal life together in heaven, youthful, everlasting, and glorious.
If you are only curious about what is written here, then read and see God’s love. Learn the truth. And when you are ready, seek out a faithful minister who can baptize you and fill you with the Holy Spirit. Be prepared for the trials that will come. Friends may abandon you. You may lose what you treasure most. You may even face persecution for proclaiming the truth. Yet God is faithful—He does not abandon His people. Some will become martyrs, and others will stand the test until the end.
Let us all brave the fiery storm together. Our enemy, Satan, still possesses power. God did not strip him of it, but only through faith and steadfastness in the Lord can we remain strong and endure to the end. If we do not, then sadly, the fate is to share hell with Satan and his angels.
In John's vision recorded in Revelation 12, he describes a powerful scene: “The woman clothed in white gave birth to a son, a male child, who will rule all the nations with an iron scepter. And her child was snatched up to God and to His throne. The woman fled into the wilderness to a place prepared for her by God, where she would be cared for 1,260 days.”
As previously explained, the woman represents God's faithful people, and the male child is Jesus Christ, who will return in glory to rule the nations with divine authority. The phrase “snatched up to God and to His throne” refers to Jesus’ ascension to Heaven after His crucifixion and resurrection.
Satan, in his rebellion, attempted to claim Jesus’ body during the Sabbath, believing that death had triumphed. But he was wrong. Jesus was crucified on Friday, rested in the tomb on the Sabbath, and rose to life on Sunday—a victory witnessed first by Mary Magdalene. Satan thought God was defeated, unable to return to His divine nature. But he failed. God is eternal, all-powerful, and sovereign. Satan, by contrast, is merely a created being, a rebellious creature who cannot overcome the Creator.
This vision reminds us of the cosmic battle between good and evil, and the ultimate triumph of Christ. It is a message of hope, power, and divine justice—one that continues to unfold in the spiritual realm and in our world today.
Now, regarding the phrase “she would be cared for 1,260 days,” this prophetic word points to a long span of years. It represents the period during which the true followers of God—Christians, and later Protestant Christians—endured relentless persecution. Why emphasize the Protestants? And what of the Catholics? Before the divisions that arose in cruelty, the followers of Jesus, after the death of the disciples and apostles, suffered endless trials under emperors and kings.
In Scripture, one day with God is often understood as a thousand years to man. Thus, the symbolic measure of 1,260 days extends across centuries. This period represents 1,260 years of persecution endured by one group of believers—Protestant Christians. Why them? Because Christianity itself became divided, much like the Roman Empire.
After one branch of Rome adopted Christianity as a political and religious pretense, faith was reshaped into a tool for survival and power. What began as the pure devotion of Christ’s followers was entangled with the empire, and from this division arose centuries of struggle, persecution, and the testing of true believers.
When Rome itself faced battles against invading barbarians, the empire was split in two. In 395 A.D., after the death of Emperor Theodosius I, the Roman Empire was officially divided between his two sons: Arcadius, who ruled the Eastern Empire, and Honorius, who ruled the Western Empire. The Western Empire, with its capital at Constantinople, was the first to fall under the Heruli barbarians, the Germanic tribes.
Looking back through history, we encounter what is called the Dark Ages. But what were the Dark Ages? Did the world truly suffer a global darkness, or does this phrase describe something deeper—the spiritual and cultural shadow that fell across humanity during that time?
As this message grows lengthy, I invite you to continue with Part Four. There, I will unfold the prophetic events in greater detail, offering a deeper understanding of how biblical and political events intertwine—just as God has foretold.
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When God came down to earth and took on human form as Jesus, He chose a life of humility. In today’s world, most people, given the freedom to choose, would pursue prestigious careers with high salaries and social status. But Jesus, the incarnate Son of God, embraced the simple life of a carpenter, a humble trade. He didn’t attend any formal schools or elite institutions, yet He possessed divine wisdom that astonished even the most educated.
This humility was evident when Jesus returned to His hometown after fasting for 40 days and preparing to begin His public ministry. On the Sabbath, He entered the synagogue and began to teach. The people who had known Him since childhood were amazed—but also skeptical. The Gospel of Mark records their reaction:
“Where did this man get these things?” they asked. “What’s this wisdom that has been given him? What are these remarkable miracles he is performing? Isn’t this the carpenter? Isn’t this Mary’s son and the brother of James, Joseph, Judas, and Simon? Aren’t his sisters here with us?” And they took offense at him.” (Mark 6:1–3)
Because of their unbelief, Jesus responded:
“A prophet is not without honor except in his own town, among his relatives and in his own home.” (Mark 6:4)
They couldn’t reconcile the Jesus they knew, the carpenter’s son, a tradesman from their own village, with the miraculous teacher standing before them. Their unbelief blinded them to His true identity. But this skepticism wasn’t limited to His neighbors; even Jesus’ own earthly brothers, the sons of Mary, struggled to believe that He was the Son of God. At one point, they said to Him,
“Leave Galilee and go to Judea, so that your disciples there may see the works you do. No one who wants to become a public figure act in secret. Since you are doing these things, show yourself to the world.” Scripture plainly adds, “For even His own brothers did not believe in Him.” (John 7:3–5)
Their words revealed not only doubt, but also a lack of faith in the testimony of their own mother, who had declared that her pregnancy was the result of the Holy Spirit, a divine miracle. Their hearts, like many others, were hardened. Despite growing up with Jesus, they could not see beyond the ordinary to recognize the extraordinary truth: God was in their midst.
Their lack of faith was so profound that Jesus could perform only a few healings there. Scripture says, “He was amazed at their lack of faith.”
This same disbelief extended to the Pharisees, the religious elite of the time. They questioned,
“How does He know so much, having never studied?”
Their pride in their scholarly achievements blinded them to the truth. They couldn’t accept that someone outside their ranks, someone without formal training, could speak with such authority and insight.
But what they failed to see was that Jesus is the Creator Himself, the One who formed the minds they so highly esteemed. He didn’t just observe humanity, He lived it. He experienced every stage of human life, from infancy to adulthood, so that no one could ever say, “God doesn’t understand me.”
To reach every heart, Jesus spoke in a way that transcended education, culture, and status. One of His most powerful teaching methods was the parable, simple stories with eternal truths, designed to reveal the mysteries of the Kingdom of God to those willing to listen and understand.
🌾 What Are Parables, and Why Did Jesus Use Them?
Parables are simple stories with profound spiritual truths. Jesus used them to reveal the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven in a way that invited reflection. Even His own disciples were curious and asked, “Why do You speak to the people in parables?”
Jesus answered:
“Because the knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but not to them. Whoever has will be given more, and they will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what they have, will be taken from them. This is why I speak to them in parables: ‘Though seeing, they do not see; Though hearing, they do not hear or understand.’”
He continued by quoting the prophecy of Isaiah:
“You will be ever hearing but never understanding; You will be ever seeing but never perceiving. For this people’s hearts have become calloused; They hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes. Otherwise, they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn, and I would heal them.”
Then Jesus turned to His disciples and said:
“But blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they hear. For truly I tell you, many prophets and righteous people longed to see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not hear it.”
💡 The Power of Parables Today
To those who read and reflect deeply on Jesus’ parables, you are blessed. God uses these stories to teach, challenge, and strengthen His faithful followers. The journey of true believers is often bitter with trials, but the lessons in these parables inspire, encourage, and empower us to endure.
Sadly, some claim Christianity without truly understanding it. They may be baptized only to gain church membership, but mere membership is not genuine faith. True belief requires transformation, not just affiliation.
So let us not just hear the parables, let us understand them, live by them, and let them shape our hearts. For in them lies the wisdom of Heaven, spoken by the One who walked among us.
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Christians believe in the entire Bible—not just the New Testament. So when it comes to the question of the true Sabbath, we must look at Scripture as a whole. What is the correct day of rest and worship? Does it really matter? Let’s explore and see why it does.
The Ten Commandments were given directly by God to Moses. This wasn’t a casual conversation—it was a divine encounter on Mount Sinai, where God called Moses to receive His instructions for the people of Israel.
In the Book of Exodus, Moses records this powerful moment:
In the third month after the Israelites left Egypt, they arrived in the Sinai Desert. They had departed from Rephidim and camped in front of the mountain. Moses went up to God, and the Lord called to him from the mountain, saying:
“Say this to the house of Jacob and tell the people of Israel: You have seen what I did to the Egyptians, how I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to Myself. Now, if you obey My voice and keep My covenant, you will be My treasured possession among all nations—for all the earth is Mine. You will be to Me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.”
📖 The True Sabbath: A Covenant, Not a Tradition
These are not just stories passed down by grandparents, or words scribbled on a library bulletin board. These are the very words of God, spoken directly to His people and established as a covenant. Some may argue, “But that covenant was only for Israel.” That’s a misunderstanding. The God who spoke then is the same God we serve today. As Scripture declares, God is the same yesterday, today, and forever—and so is Jesus Christ.
God has not lowered His standards. Yet some preachers and denominations claim that when Jesus came to earth, He fulfilled the law so we no longer need to keep it. But is that what Jesus actually said?
Let’s look at His own words in Matthew 5:17–20:
“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.”
Isn’t that clear? Jesus didn’t erase or change a single commandment. Yes, God gave other types of laws—health laws, ceremonial laws, and marriage laws—but let’s focus on the Ten Commandments, because that’s where the true Sabbath is rooted.
The only law Jesus fulfilled and brought to completion was the ceremonial law—the system of animal sacrifices. Those sacrifices pointed to Him. Jesus became the Lamb of God, the final and perfect sacrifice on the cross. That part is finished. But the moral law, including the Sabbath, remains.
Some may choose not to believe this. That’s their right. God does not force anyone into Heaven. But Jesus’ words are unmistakable:
“Until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished.”
He also warned:
“Anyone who sets aside one of the least of these commands and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.”
Many Christians today have either abandoned or altered the observance of the Sabbath. Yet the true Sabbath remains the seventh day—Saturday, just as the Jewish people have faithfully kept it for generations. According to the biblical calendar, the week begins on Sunday and ends on Saturday. Unfortunately, modern culture has shifted to treating Monday as the start of the week, but in God's design, Sunday is the first day, making Saturday the seventh.
In God's eyes, the seventh day has never changed. That means by Friday evening, we are to complete our work and prepare our hearts and homes for the Sabbath. When does the Sabbath begin? Scripture points to a sacred rhythm: from sunset on Friday to sunset on Saturday.
God commands:
“Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work—neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns. For in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but He rested on the seventh day. Therefore, the Lord blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy.” (Exodus 20:8–11)
And again, God declares:
“The Israelites are to observe the Sabbath, celebrating it for the generations to come as a lasting covenant.” (Exodus 31:16)
The Sabbath is not a temporary tradition—it is a permanent covenant, a sacred appointment between God and His people. According to Scripture, the observance of the Sabbath begins at sunset on Friday and ends at sunset on Saturday. This follows the biblical pattern of time, where a new day begins in the evening, not at midnight or sunrise as modern culture suggests.
Today’s world often miscalculates time using a 12-hour daytime cycle, but in God’s design, the day ends at sunset, around 6:00 PM, and the evening marks the beginning of the next day. This matters deeply. Jesus Himself warned that those who alter or ignore God’s commandments will be called least in the kingdom, and may not enter at all. Yes, this makes the path to Heaven narrow, but it is clearly marked by truth and obedience.
Jesus came first to preach to the Jewish people because of the covenant God made with Abraham. But when the Jewish nation rejected Him as the Messiah, that covenant was extended to the Gentiles—to all who would believe. Through the ministry of Paul, the blessing of Abraham was opened to the world.
When you accept Jesus as Lord and Savior, you are spiritually grafted into that covenant. The Sabbath is not just a Jewish tradition—it is a sign of belonging to God’s people, a day of rest, worship, and renewal. That’s why Abraham is called the father of many nations. His role is symbolic—he represents the beginning of God’s covenant people. And while God the Father is our ultimate Father in Heaven, Abraham’s legacy points to the unity of faith across generations.
You don’t need to convert to Judaism to be part of this covenant. When you honor the seventh-day Sabbath, you become a Judeo-Christian believer—embracing the Jewish roots of the faith and the truth that Jesus is the Christ, the Messiah.
Christianity was not born as a new religion. It is the continuation of the faith of Abraham, fulfilled in Jesus. As for the many denominations we see today—that’s a deeper issue, one I’ve explored in other writings, especially in my reflections on the prophecies of Revelation, including the vision of the dragon.
The Sabbath is not just a tradition. It is a commandment, a gift, and a sign of our relationship with God—a weekly reminder that we are His, and He is ours.
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As previously explained, the vision given to John in Revelation 12 was a prophetic revelation—a glimpse into future realities, not events that occurred during his lifetime. Though this vision has already been fulfilled, its relevance remains profound today because it speaks directly to the spiritual and geopolitical forces shaping our modern world. By studying this prophecy, we begin to see that God’s revelations are never random. They are precisely ordered and unfold according to His divine timing. You've already learned that the seven heads of the dragon represent seven barbarian powers. But what about the ten horns and the seven crowns? Who do these powers represent? Do they still influence the world today? What role do they play in the ongoing spiritual battle between good and evil? These questions lead us deeper into the mystery.
This vision was revealed to John, the brother of James and the youngest of Jesus’ twelve disciples, after Jesus ascended to Heaven. God opened the heavens and showed John a series of vivid, symbolic images—like a divine panorama unfolding before his eyes. John saw dragons, beasts, angels, a woman clothed in white, and many other powerful symbols. Each of these will be explored in detail, topic by topic, as we uncover what God has revealed about the past, present, and future. It’s important to understand that God did not use technology to reveal these visions. There were no devices, no screens, no human inventions involved. God speaks through His Spirit—not through machines. Yet today, I am using technology—this platform—to share with you what was revealed to John, so that you may understand and prepare.
John received his visions of Revelation while exiled on the island of Patmos, a barren, rocky place. Banished there by Roman authorities during the reign of Emperor Domitian around 95 A.D., John faced harsh conditions. Domitian was notorious for his brutal persecution of Christians, ordering executions by beheading, casting believers to wild beasts, and burning them alive. John’s exile was intended as a slow death. Isolated, deprived of food and water, and exposed to the elements, the Romans expected him to fade away in silence.
But God had other plans. In that solitude, Jesus met John. On Patmos, amid desolation, John was entrusted with one of the most profound revelations ever recorded—a vision of divine truth that continues to speak across the ages. Angels revealed to him several visions, and Jesus commanded him to write down everything he saw with as much detail as possible, inscribing it upon the scroll.
Now, regarding the interpretation of the seven heads, ten horns, and seven crowns—these prophetic symbols are deeply interconnected and point to the rise of ten barbarian tribes during the decline of the Roman Empire. Rome, once the unrivaled superpower of the ancient world, did not fall overnight. Its collapse was not solely due to external invasion, but also the result of internal corruption, moral decay, and the gradual pressure from emerging tribal forces. As foretold, the seemingly indestructible might of Rome corroded like iron left to rust—its strength weakened from within.
The ten horns represent ten kings, each leading one of the barbarian tribes that played a pivotal role in dismantling the Roman Empire. These barbarians were the Heruli, Suevi, Burgundians, Huns, Ostrogoths, Visigoths, Vandals, Lombards, Franks, and Anglo-Saxons. Each of them contributed to the fragmentation of Roman authority and the reshaping of Europe’s political and spiritual landscape. Their influence echoes through history and still shapes the foundations of modern nations today.
These tribes did not simply conquer—they devastated. Their invasions were marked by ruthless violence and spiritual emptiness. Roman soldiers were slaughtered without mercy, and the invaders showed no reverence for the beauty of Roman architecture or the cultural legacy it embodied. They swept through the empire with destruction, fulfilling the prophecy of a once-mighty kingdom brought low by forces it could no longer withstand.
During the decline of the Roman Empire, ten barbarian tribes emerged, each driven by ambition and the desire for dominance—symbolized in prophecy by the crowns. As they vied for power, internal conflict erupted among them. In the struggle for supremacy, three of these tribes were completely destroyed by their rivals. The remaining seven endured, gradually transforming into organized and established nations that would go on to shape the future of Europe. This shift marked a critical turning point in history, as these tribes laid the groundwork for powerful European states whose influence still echoes across the world today.
The surviving tribes included the Heruli, who contributed to the early Germanic regions; the Suevi, linked to the formation of Sweden; the Burgundians, who settled in what is now Switzerland; the Visigoths, instrumental in the development of Spain and Portugal; the Lombards, who helped shape northern Italy; the Franks, who gave rise to France; and the Anglo-Saxons, who became the forebears of England. Each of these groups played a vital role in the rise of European empires, the spread of languages, and the flourishing of culture and art that continue to define Western civilization.
As prophesied by God through John in Revelation, the Roman Empire ultimately vanished. The three destroyed tribes faded from history, and their few remaining people were absorbed into the surviving groups. This fulfillment of prophecy not only marked the end of one of history’s greatest empires but also set the stage for a new era—one shaped by the very forces that had once torn Rome apart.
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As Jesus journeyed from village to village, He didn’t simply preach with authority; He shared stories, especially parables. These parables were rich with meaning and rooted in everyday life. He spoke of farmers sowing seeds, children playing, shepherds tending their flocks, and the wonders of nature. Why did He choose such simple imagery? Because Jesus wanted everyone, whether rich or poor, educated or unlearned, to grasp the depth of God's mercy and love.
Jesus didn’t preach to entertain. His words were meant to stir the soul. He understood that not everyone who gathered to hear Him was truly seeking truth. Some came for miracles, others for food, and many just out of curiosity. Yet Jesus continued to speak, hoping that even the hardest hearts might be touched and transformed.
His stories weren’t performances; they were invitations. Invitations to think deeply, to turn away from sin, and to love God with sincerity. Among the many parables He told, one stands out, a story about two wealthy brothers.
“There was a man who had two sons. The younger one said to his father, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So, he divided his property between them.
Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country, and there squandered his wealth in wild living. After he had spent everything, there was a severe famine in that whole country, and he began to be in need. So, he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him to his fields to feed pigs. He longed to fill his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, but no one gave him anything.
When he came to his senses, he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired servants have food to spare, and here I am starving to death! I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired servants.’ So, he got up and went to his father.
But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.
The son said to him,
‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’
But the father said to his servants,
‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate.
Meanwhile, the older son was in the field. When he came near the house, he heard music and dancing. So he called one of the servants and asked him what was going on.
‘Your brother has come,’ he replied,
‘And your father has killed the fattened calf because he has him back safe and sound.’
The older brother became angry and refused to go in. So his father went out and pleaded with him. But he answered his father,
‘Look! All these years I’ve been slaving for you and never disobeyed your orders. Yet you never gave me even a young goat so I could celebrate with my friends. But when this son of yours who has squandered your property with prostitutes comes home, you kill the fattened calf for him!’
“‘My son,’ the father said, ‘you are always with me, and everything I have is yours. But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’”
The parable of the prodigal son carries a timeless and profound message—one that speaks to both believers and unbelievers alike. In this story, the older brother represents the believer, while the younger, prodigal son symbolizes the unbeliever. The father is a powerful image of God the Father, overflowing with mercy, love, and forgiveness.
The prodigal son had heard of God but chose to ignore Him. He turned his back on righteousness and plunged into a life of sin—wasting his days in reckless living, chasing fleeting pleasures through womanizing, gambling, drinking, and all forms of wickedness. Yet, in His mercy, God did not allow the enemy to destroy him. Instead, He gave him time—a chance to come to his senses.
Eventually, the prodigal remembered the goodness of God. Broken by hardship and emptiness, he humbled himself, repented, and returned home—hoping that his father might still receive him. This mirrors the real-life journey of many who, after suffering illness, loss, or despair, finally turn to God and receive healing, grace, and restoration.
His return to his father’s house represents the sinner seeking God with a sincere heart, asking for forgiveness. And the father—just like our Heavenly Father—welcomes him with open arms, rejoicing that his lost child has come home. This is the heart of God: always calling us to repentance, always ready to forgive.
But repentance is not the end—it’s the beginning. Once you’ve turned back to God, you have a work to do. Don’t expect supernatural powers to fall from heaven so you can perform miracles. Don’t expect wealth to be poured into your lap just because you now believe. That’s not how salvation works.
Jesus said, “Take up your cross and follow Me.” That cross represents trials, sacrifice, and obedience—not comfort or ease. The Christian Walk is not a path of luxury, but of purpose.
The older brother’s reaction reveals another truth. Some believers feel it’s unfair when sinners receive grace. They may say, “Lord, I’ve preached, tithed, given to charity—why am I still suffering? Why don’t I get special attention?” But they forget: salvation is not earned by works—it is given by grace.
God’s response is clear: “I see your labor, and I rejoice in it. But I also long for the lost to return. Heaven rejoices over every soul that repents.”
This is a warning to believers: Don’t measure your worth by your works, and don’t resent the mercy God shows others. Many prophets preached the gospel without compensation. I, too, share this message not for reward, but out of love for God and His calling.
Today, many professing Christians pursue ministry for money. But Jesus gave a stern warning: “You cannot serve both God and mammon.” The disciples He called spread the truth across the world without any promise of earthly reward. They didn’t preach to enrich themselves. Jesus knows His true messengers—that’s why He said, “Many are called, but few are chosen.”
Most of the prophets suffered greatly. Some were beheaded, others burned at the stake. Their faith was not measured by comfort, but by commitment. And just as only Noah and his family were saved from the flood, we are reminded that God is not after numbers—He is after true, faithful hearts.
So whether you are the prodigal returning or the believer laboring, remember this: God sees you. He calls you. And He is faithful to reward those who serve Him with sincerity.
✝️ Jesus’ Sacrifice: A Gift Beyond Measure
Jesus never asked for payment to offer salvation. He didn’t charge admission into His kingdom. Instead, He gave everything—His time, His love, His very life—to reveal the depth of God’s love for His creation.
Hell was never designed for humanity. It was prepared for Satan and his fallen angels. That’s why Jesus died for us—so we wouldn’t have to be separated from God. His crucifixion stands as the ultimate act of sacrificial love, and we are called to follow that example in humility and devotion.
Jesus never complained about His suffering. So we, too, should serve without grumbling. And we must never treat our good deeds as currency to earn favor. The gift of eternal life far surpasses anything we could ever offer in return. Our works, no matter how noble, are small compared to the vast mercy of God.
So let us serve with joy, love with sincerity, and always remember: salvation is a gift, not a wage.
Jesus once asked His twelve disciples, “Did you lack anything after you followed Me?” And they answered, “No, Lord.” Though they weren’t wealthy, they never went hungry or begged in the streets. God provided abundantly—food, strength, and perfect health.
This is the promise for those who walk in faith: God sustains those He calls.
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Throughout history, many have acknowledged Jesus as a great teacher or prophet. However, some stop short of recognizing His divine nature, choosing instead to categorize Him alongside revered figures like Jeremiah, Daniel, or Moses. But is this an accurate understanding? A closer examination of Scripture reveals a profound truth: Jesus is not merely a prophet, but He is God incarnate, the GOD Son, demonstrating divine power, compassion, and authority in ways no prophet ever did.
Let’s begin with the prophet Jeremiah. During the reign of King Zedekiah, Jeremiah warned the king to surrender to Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylon, declaring that resistance would bring destruction. Zedekiah, however, chose to believe false prophets who promised divine protection. As a result, Jerusalem was besieged. The people, trapped behind fortified walls, exhausted their food supplies and resorted to eating clean animals, unclean animals, and even horses. Though Jeremiah was faithful in delivering God’s message, he could not miraculously provide for the people. His role was to speak on God’s behalf; he did not act with divine power.
Daniel, another prominent prophet, was taken captive to Babylon. He interpreted dreams and remained steadfast in his faith, but he did not perform miracles to feed the hungry or deliver physical sustenance during Israel’s suffering. Likewise, Moses, who led the Israelites out of Egypt, did not feed the people by his own power. When they grumbled in the wilderness, it was God who sent manna from heaven. Moses himself waited for God’s provision.
Today, it’s common for ministries to request financial support to host large events—covering expenses like food, venue rentals, sound systems, and entertainment—to share the Word of God. In contrast, Jesus preached in open spaces: by the sea, on mountainsides, and in the countryside. He didn’t rely on microphones, stages, singers, or dancers to draw a crowd. He needed no props or production—because He is God.
The prophets of old, such as Elijah and Jeremiah, were sent by God to deliver His message. They traveled light, calling people to repentance and warning of God’s coming judgment. Yet none of them ever fed multitudes. In fact, when Elijah fled to a cave in despair, he was hungry and asked God to take his life, feeling overwhelmed and alone.
These prophets depended entirely on God for miracles. They cried out to Him in prayer, waiting for divine intervention. But Jesus was different. He didn’t plead for miracles, but He performed them by His own authority. One of the most powerful examples is when He fed thousands of men, women, and children from just a few loaves and fish. No other prophet in history demonstrated such divine power. Jesus didn’t just speak the Word; He embodied it.
Let’s reflect on one of the most striking examples of Jesus’ miraculous provision: the feeding of the five thousand. While the recorded number refers specifically to men, it’s important to recognize that the crowd also included children, youth, young women, mothers, and elderly women. In biblical times, headcounts often focused on adult males, but when we consider the full scope of those present, the actual number of people fed could have easily reached tens of thousands. This miracle wasn’t just about numbers—it was a powerful demonstration of divine compassion and abundance.
The first occasion took place after Jesus had preached to a large crowd gathered in a remote area. As the day wore on and evening approached, He noticed the people's growing need and was deeply moved with compassion. Recognizing the late hour and the lack of provisions, His disciples urged Him to send the crowd away so they could go into nearby villages and purchase food for themselves.
But Jesus replied,
“They do not need to go away. You give them something to eat.”
The disciples answered, “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish.”
Jesus said,
“Bring them here to me.”
He directed the people to sit on the grass, looked up to heaven, gave thanks, and broke the loaves. Then He gave them to the disciples, who distributed them to the crowd. Everyone ate and was satisfied—and twelve baskets of leftovers were collected. The number of those fed was about five thousand men, not counting women and children (Matthew 14:13-21)
Jesus’ miraculous feeding of the multitudes was not a one-time event—it occurred on multiple occasions during His ministry. One such moment took place as He journeyed along the Sea of Galilee and ascended a mountainside to sit and rest. Soon, large crowds gathered around Him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others seeking healing. They laid them at Jesus’ feet, and He healed them all. The people were amazed as they witnessed the mute begin to speak, the crippled made whole, the lame walking, and the blind receiving their sight. Filled with awe and gratitude, they praised the God of Israel.
Jesus called his disciples to him and said,
“I have compassion for these people; they have already been with me three days and have nothing to eat. I do not want to send them away hungry, or they may collapse on the way.”
His disciples answered,
“Where could we get enough bread in this remote place to feed such a crowd?”
Jesus asked.
“How many loaves do you have?”
“Seven,” they replied, “and a few small fish.”
He told the crowd to sit down on the ground. Then he took the seven loaves and the fish, and when he had given thanks, he broke them and gave them to the disciples, and they in turn to the people. They all ate and were satisfied. Afterward, the disciples picked up seven basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. The number of those who ate was four thousand men, besides women and children (Matthew 15:29-39)
Here is a third recorded occasion where Jesus miraculously fed thousands who had gathered to hear Him preach. He crossed to the far shore of the Sea of Galilee, also known as the Sea of Tiberias, and was soon followed by a great crowd. The people were drawn to Him because they had witnessed the signs and wonders He performed, especially His healing of the sick. Jesus then went up on a mountainside and sat down with His disciples. It was just before the Jewish Passover Festival, a time of deep spiritual significance, setting the stage for yet another powerful demonstration of His divine compassion and authority.
When Jesus looked up and saw a great crowd coming toward him, he said to Philip,
“Where shall we buy bread for these people to eat?”
He asked this only to test him, for he already had in mind what he was going to do.
Philip answered him, “It would take more than half a year’s wages to buy enough bread for each one to have a bite!”
Another of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, spoke up, “Here is a boy with five small barley loaves and two small fish, but how far will they go among so many?”
Jesus said,
“Have the people sit down.”
There was plenty of grass in that place, and they sat down (about five thousand men were there). Jesus then took the loaves, gave thanks, and distributed them to those who were seated as much as they wanted. He did the same with the fish.
In this first occasion, Jesus not only demonstrated His divine power but also taught an important lesson about stewardship and avoiding waste. After everyone had eaten and was fully satisfied, He instructed His disciples, saying,
“Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted.”
Through this simple yet profound command, Jesus reminded us to be mindful of what we have and to value even the remnants of His provision.
So the disciples gathered the leftovers and filled twelve baskets with the pieces of the five barley loaves that remained after everyone had eaten. Yet, despite witnessing this astonishing miracle, the crowd’s response revealed a troubling lack of faith. Instead of recognizing Jesus as the Son of God, they said, “Surely this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.”
But no prophet in history ever performed such a miracle by their own authority. Prophets called upon God to act—Jesus acted as God. He didn’t ask for a miracle; He manifested one. This moment alone powerfully affirms His divine nature.
Jesus’ life was defined not only by His miraculous power but also by His intimate communion with the Father. He frequently withdrew to quiet, solitary places to pray, demonstrating to His disciples the importance of consistent, private devotion. His ministry was not built on spectacle or performance, but on truth, compassion, and divine authority. Each day, multitudes followed Him, not just for His teachings, but for His healing presence and the power that radiated from Him.
Even today, no preacher or spiritual leader can replicate what Jesus did. Modern evangelists may organize large gatherings, prepare food in advance, or rely on donations to support their ministry. But none can feed thousands from nothing. Jesus alone possesses that power.
This comparison reveals a profound truth: Jesus is not merely a prophet, as some claimed during His time and as some religions still assert today. He is God, who humbled Himself, came down from heaven, and took on human flesh. He walked among us with divine authority, limitless compassion, and unmatched power. His life and works bear witness to His divinity, and His love continues to draw hearts to Him across generations.
