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Before Jesus began His ministry, He left His home and family and went into the wilderness for forty days and forty nights. As I mentioned in a previous topic, this was His time of preparation before taking on the noble work the Father had given Him. He had not yet performed a single miracle, preached to the crowds, or called His disciples. Instead, He withdrew to commune with the Father. Scripture does not reveal every detail of their divine interaction, but Jesus shared enough with His disciples for this moment to be recorded—so that we would understand the importance of seeking God before stepping into our own calling.
Led by the Spirit, Jesus entered the wilderness in complete isolation, where He fasted for forty days and forty nights. It is worth repeating this because it helps us grasp the weight of what happened next: Jesus was physically weak, hungry, and vulnerable. And it was precisely in that moment that the enemy came, boldly, shamelessly, and without hesitation, attempting to strike when Jesus appeared most fragile. Yet even in hunger, exhaustion, and solitude, Jesus stood firm. Though He had stepped down from His heavenly throne and taken on human flesh, He resisted every temptation with the power of God’s Word. And when Satan realized he could not break Him, he fled.
As for me, I am simply a humble messenger. I did not seek this role, nor did I ask to be appointed. God anointed me to share His words and to reveal what He has shown me about the future. And as I speak about these things, I must also remind everyone of a truth we cannot ignore: temptation is real, the enemy is real, and spiritual warfare is a daily reality for every believer. Satan and his fallen angels are spiritual beings who influence, tempt, and deceive—and if a person is spiritually unguarded, they can gain control over the heart and mind.
Just as Satan approached Jesus without shame, he will also tempt any Christian believer today. Jesus warned that when a person is not spiritually alert or connected to God, the enemy can gain influence over their life. He illustrated this danger by describing an unclean spirit that returns to a person and finds “the house empty, swept, and put in order,” only to bring “seven other spirits more evil than itself,” leaving the person in a worse condition than before (Matthew 12:43–45). In this teaching, Jesus emphasized the peril of a life that is spiritually empty—cleaned up outwardly but unguarded inwardly. An “empty house” represents a heart without a relationship with God, without spiritual protection, and without the presence of the Holy Spirit. When the soul is vacant, the enemy sees an open opportunity. He returns with greater force, bringing influences more destructive than before. A life without God is like a house with open doors and unguarded windows: it may appear orderly on the outside, but it is vulnerable to invasion. A soul disconnected from God becomes easy prey for spiritual attack. The enemy looks for emptiness. He looks for weakness. He looks for hearts that are spiritually dry, distracted, or isolated.
This is why I say with confidence that this website belongs to God. Who financed it? No one but Him. My parents did not provide the money for this project. They are believers, but they do not spend on something like this unless they are certain God has asked for it. When I told them that God had instructed me to do this, they agreed—but offered no financial support. They simply said, “God will provide.” And God has been providing, miraculously. I do not receive donations, nor do I ask for them. God is providing.
I believe God set me apart from the time I was a baby—much like the prophet Jeremiah, to whom God said, “Before you were born, I already knew you and had chosen you.” Throughout my life, I have shared with my family the dreams God has given me about major events: global crises such as the spread of disease (pandemic), international conflicts including tensions in the Middle East, US political changes, and natural disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis. Some of these dreams also carried warnings about violent incidents (in the US), though at the time I was too afraid to speak openly about them. In a separate message, I will share what I believe God has revealed to me about the future through these dreams.
No one is exempt from trials or temptations; every believer will face them. Satan and the fallen angels are real, and their influence is real. When a person lacks connection with God or rejects Him entirely, it becomes easy for the enemy to influence their thoughts, emotions, and decisions. Because they are spiritual beings with spiritual power, they seek to control the human mind and soul, leading people into darkness and destructive behavior.
Demonic possession is not a myth. During the earthly ministry of Jesus, many individuals, both young and old, were tormented or oppressed by unclean spirits. Scripture records these encounters to remind us that spiritual warfare is real and that the enemy actively seeks to harm and deceive. Yet these same accounts also reveal that Jesus holds absolute authority over every demonic force, and those who belong to Him are protected by His power.
From a spiritual perspective, many believers, including myself, recognize that the enemy often targets the mind, seeking to influence thoughts, emotions, and inner peace. When I was in my early teens, God gave me a dream that revealed just how vulnerable a person becomes when their heart drifts far from Him. In the dream, I saw what happens when the soul grows empty and heavy — when it feels disconnected from the Holy Spirit and stripped of the spiritual protection we often take for granted. In that dream, I saw how the enemy tries to invade the mind of someone who is spiritually unanchored. It appeared like a dark smoke entering an individual, altering their demeanor and spirit. That experience deeply shaped my understanding of the importance of staying close to God, remaining filled with His presence, and relying on His protection.
Yet even in the midst of these warnings, we are reminded of the hope proclaimed by countless preachers—the timeless truth recorded by the apostle John: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him will not perish.”
After overcoming the temptation in the wilderness, Jesus went to John and was baptized. Although He is God and without sin, He willingly submitted to baptism to show all humanity the significance of this sacred act. As soon as Jesus came up out of the water, the heavens opened, and the Spirit of God descended upon Him like a dove. In that holy moment, the Father’s voice declared from heaven, “This is My Son, whom I love; with Him I am well pleased.” This divine affirmation reveals unmistakably that Jesus is the Son of God—not merely a prophet, as some claim (Matthew 3:16–17).
Baptism symbolizes renewal — a true spiritual rebirth. It marks a turning away from sinful thoughts, behaviors, and patterns and stepping into a transformed life. When we accept Jesus and follow Him in this act of obedience, we are set apart for God. The Holy Spirit begins to dwell within us, and God appoints His angels to watch over us.
Immersion in the water represents the burial of all ungodly ways — the death and washing away of everything that once separated us from God. Rising from the water signifies cleansing, restoration, and the beginning of a new life. With this new identity, real change is expected: if you once stole, you stop stealing; if you lied, you stop lying; you stop insulting others, abandon foul language, turn away from sexual immorality, reject deviant behaviors, honor your parents, and stop cheating. These examples illustrate the transformation baptism calls us into.
For this reason, baptism by immersion carries deep spiritual significance and should not be taken lightly. It is a holy commitment of one’s life to God. Some believers choose to undergo a second baptism, and whether this is acceptable is ultimately known only to God. From my personal perspective, if a Christian has backslidden, the proper response is sincere repentance—not another baptism. Just as Jesus will not come down from heaven to be crucified a second time, we do not need to repeat what has already been completed in our spiritual rebirth.
Do people truly listen, or do they simply hear the words without taking them to heart? Many profess to be believers and call themselves Christians, yet when trials arise, their faith shrinks. They hide, they retreat, and they flee in fear. This brings us back to a parable I shared months ago—the Parable of the Sower. I want to revisit it now, along with Jesus’ own explanation, so each of us can honestly discern where we stand as believers.
Jesus said: “A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he scattered the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Some fell on rocky places, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly because the soil was shallow. But when the sun came up, the plants were scorched, and they withered because they had no root. Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the plants. Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop—a hundred, sixty, or thirty times what was sown.”
This is the meaning of the parable: the seed represents the Word of God. Jesus explained this plainly so we would understand. He said, “The seeds that fell along the path are those who hear the message, but the devil comes and snatches it from their hearts so they cannot believe and be saved. The seeds that fell on rocky ground are those who hear the word and receive it with joy, but it never takes root; they believe for a time, but when testing comes, they fall away. The seeds that fell among the thorns are those who hear, but the worries, riches, and pleasures of this life crowd in and choke the word, and it bears no mature fruit. But the seeds that fell on good soil are those who hear the message, hold it with a good and obedient heart, and persevere until they produce fruit.”
But Jesus shows us the path to victory. He did not overcome Satan because He was physically strong—He was physically weak. He overcame because He was spiritually full. Full of the Word. Full of obedience. Full of the Spirit. Full of the presence of His Father. And this same strength is available to us today. When we stay connected to God, through prayer, Scripture, worship, and obedience, we become fortified from within. We are no longer empty houses but temples filled with the Holy Spirit. Darkness cannot occupy a place where the light of God dwells. Temptation loses its power when our hearts are anchored in Christ. The enemy may come, but he cannot stay. This is why our spiritual connection to God is not optional—it is essential. Without Him, we are vulnerable. With Him, we are unshakable.
Jesus’ explanation is simple and clear, yet as a young person, I often struggled to understand it. Over time, through the dreams God gave me, He taught me many things and helped me apply them in my own life. I share these experiences now because I believe God has called me to do so. If He had not chosen me for this purpose, I would have no reason to write here or speak about truth and prophecy—especially without any salary or support. I am still a student with basic needs, yet God placed a calling on my life, directing me to build this website to preach the gospel and reveal what He has shown me. I will remain hidden, because this is God’s plan and purpose. He must be exalted, not me.
Do I want to be a hired preacher? No. I am simply a messenger, and I will remain as I am unless God instructs me otherwise. God speaks to me, and I cherish the privilege of being His messenger. My trials may be bitter, but His anointing is more than I could ever ask for. How blessed you are to be called a disciple of Jesus. Remember the twelve disciples—they traveled from village to village, preaching the gospel, healing the sick, and delivering the oppressed without receiving any salary, yet their joy was complete. God’s eternal, ever-renewing life is a gift beyond anything words can describe.
This website belongs to God. Who financed it? No one but Him. It is dedicated to God and stands as His final call to all people of the world. I have traveled across the globe with my family—from Europe to Asia, the Middle East, and throughout the United States—but my parents, though believers, did not fund this spiritual project. They do not invest in something like this unless they are absolutely certain God has commanded it. Growing up, I simply followed them with my siblings wherever they went, never imagining that one day God would call me to build something like this. Their response to my calling was the same as always: “God will provide.” And He has—miraculously. I do not receive donations, nor do I ask for them. God Himself is providing. This is what you would call God’s omnipotence, for His website continues to stand through storms, trials, whatever you name.
Some may wonder whether prophets still exist today. In these last days, I believe there are no longer prophets in the traditional sense. The last one I personally acknowledge is Ellen G. White, an American woman whom God used in a remarkable way. I honor her for the books she wrote and the visions she shared. I have read two of her books, and I found myself in full agreement with her messages. I first learned about her through a friend who introduced me to her writings and lent me the books.
Sadly, many of her own followers later dismissed her, and some even twisted her writings to support false interpretations. But God knows her heart—she did not write for money, nor did she establish a religious movement for personal gain. Regardless of how others treated her, she has a secure place in heaven.
So today, let this truth sink deeply into your heart: the same Jesus who overcame in the wilderness will live in you—if you allow Him to. The Holy Spirit will enter and dwell within you when you respond to Jesus’ call, His final call in these last days. Yes, we are in the last days, just as Jesus said. Can you not see it? Time is racing forward; before we know it, another year arrives. Each day, someone dies, and their fate is sealed, and each day a new baby is born, stepping into the arena of faith and struggle. This cycle will continue until Jesus returns. I will not speak of an exact year, for in Heaven there is no time—only eternity. His strength becomes your strength. His victory becomes your victory. And when you stand in His power, Satan has no choice but to flee.
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Here we enter a sacred portion of Scripture where God reveals the next stage of His divine plan. As the vision progresses from Revelation 12 into chapter 13, we seek understanding with humility, reverence, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. Jesus revealed to John, the youngest of the disciples, visions filled with images so strange and extraordinary that they stretched far beyond human imagination. What I am writing here is my own expression of these revelations, conveyed in the language of our modern era. John himself did not understand many of the visions he saw. The angel sent by God instructed him to record everything with clarity and accuracy, no additions, no exaggerations, only what was shown to him, much like how we watch a preview or trailer on television today.
I will once again outline the details of the vision in Revelation 13, which introduces another significant scene continuing the sequence that began in Revelation 12. This vision points to the rise of the United States, symbolically connected to the moment when the woman received the two wings of a great eagle, enabling her to escape into the wilderness while the dragon pursued her. If you do not remember this, it is understandable; most people find it easier to remember an upcoming trip to Las Vegas than the words of God. His words are not considered “fun” by many today, because people are drawn more to pleasure and amusement. Satan has used every exciting distraction to pull people away from God’s truth, which is why only a few choose the narrow, steep, and rocky road that leads to heaven.
Jesus said, “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” Indeed, God’s words are not appealing to those who love pleasure. Revelation 12 shows John’s vision of the woman receiving two wings of a swift eagle to escape. These two wings symbolize the spread and refuge of Christianity—the rise of Europe and America, and specifically the emergence of the United States.
As I have written before, Europe rose to prominence through the conversion of the seven barbarian tribes. Originally there were ten, but as God foretold, three diminished and were absorbed into the others. I will address the history of these three tribes in a separate brief topic. The remaining seven eventually became civilized, and the “crowns” symbolize the transformation of their societies into monarchies and royal houses. Europe grew strong under its powerful monarchs—kings and queens who ruled various nations and built magnificent palaces such as the Louvre in France, the grand palaces of Vienna, and those found in England, the Czech Republic, and Budapest. I speak of these places from personal experience, as God instructed me to travel and witness them firsthand, not merely through photographs.
In Italy, the most enduring structures are churches rather than royal palaces. Thus, the barbarians of ancient Europe are the very people who form the civilized nations of Europe today. Yet it is troubling that many of them have become unbelievers in these last days.
As we continue, we will keep uncovering the mystery behind John’s vision. To fully grasp this unfolding revelation, it is helpful to review the previous seven segments I have written on Revelation 12. Concerning the vision in Revelation 13, John wrote:
The dragon stood on the shore of the sea. And I saw a beast coming out of the sea. It had ten horns and seven heads, with ten crowns on its horns, and on each head a blasphemous name. The beast I saw resembled a leopard, but had feet like those of a bear and a mouth like that of a lion. The dragon gave the beast his power and his throne and great authority. One of the heads of the beast seemed to have had a fatal wound, but the fatal wound had been healed. The whole world was filled with wonder and followed the beast. People worshiped the dragon because he had given authority to the beast, and they also worshiped the beast and asked, “Who is like the beast? Who can wage war against it?” The beast was given a mouth to utter proud words and blasphemies and to exercise its authority for forty-two months. It opened its mouth to blaspheme God, and to slander his name and his dwelling place and those who live in heaven. It was given power to wage war against God’s holy people and to conquer them. And it was given authority over every tribe, people, language and nation. All inhabitants of the earth will worship the beast—all whose names have not been written in the Lamb’s book of life, the Lamb who was slain from the creation of the world. Whoever has ears, let them hear. “If anyone is to go into captivity, into captivity they will go. If anyone is to be killed with the sword, with the sword they will be killed.” This calls for patient endurance and faithfulness on the part of God’s people.
These were the visions revealed to John, and in the following sections, the mysteries within them will continue to unfold.
So, what is this mystery revealed to John? John faithfully wrote down what he saw, even though he did not fully understand it. It was the final work he completed before Jesus took him to heaven, leaving behind the scroll we now call the book of Revelation. In his vision, John described a beast that looked like a leopard, had feet like a bear, and a mouth like a lion. The dragon gave this beast power, a throne, and great authority. The imagery is terrifying if we try to imagine it literally.
Growing up, I heard my older aunts and grandparents talk about creatures like centaurs and unicorns, and it made me wonder—are such beings real? According to God, they are not. People may claim to have seen strange creatures, like the centaur—a being with the upper body of a man and the lower body of a horse—but these stories are not true. My father once had a picture of a so‑called mermaid, a large fish with a woman’s legs, but even that was nothing more than a manipulated image meant to deceive. These creatures are not real; they are inventions, illusions, or fabrications.
So, the visions given to John are prophecies—some meant for the future, and some already fulfilled. The beast he described represents a powerful rise of earthly authority that once emerged in history. This authority was influenced by the dragon—Satan—whom God calls the “old serpent” or “ancient dragon.” The beast’s unusual appearance, made up of features from several different animals, is symbolic. It signifies a fusion of human powers, strengths, and kingdoms united under one dominant force. And when the time comes to reveal who this authority represents, many will be astonished. The enemy will not be pleased when people finally understand the truth
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Brothers and sisters, hear this truth: in this world, Christians will face trials, temptations, and suffering. To follow Jesus is not to escape hardship—it is to walk a path where faith is tested and refined. No one is exempt.
Remember the thief on the cross. In his final moments, he cried out, “Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” And Jesus, full of mercy, assured him that he would be with Him in paradise. His repentance came just in time—but we should not wait until our last breath. Life is uncertain, and delaying repentance is dangerous. Had that thief refused to turn to Jesus, his fate would have been sealed.
After he asked for forgiveness, the end of his earthly life came soon after. The other man crucified beside Jesus did not repent, and his destiny was tragically different. According to the Gospel accounts, the Roman soldiers came to hasten the deaths of those crucified by breaking their legs, but when they came to Jesus, they found Him already dead. Instead of breaking His bones, they pierced His side—fulfilling the prophecy that not one of His bones would be broken.
The enemy knows his time is short. Satan seeks to drag many into destruction, stirring violence, hatred, and persecution against the people of God. But take heart—though the world rages, Christ has already overcome!
The disciples themselves struggled and sought guidance. Jesus called the Twelve, gave them authority over demons and disease, and sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God. He told them to travel light, to depend fully on the Father, and to shake the dust off their feet when rejected. And they went, village to village, proclaiming the good news and healing everywhere.
Yet even they faltered. A man brought his suffering son, tormented by seizures, and the disciples could not heal him. Jesus rebuked the demon, and the boy was healed instantly. When the disciples asked why they had failed, Jesus answered: “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”
Oh, how powerful is true faith! Demons tremble not at empty words, but at prayers filled with belief. Jesus calls us to a living, unshakable faith—a faith that moves mountains, a faith that stands firm in persecution, a faith that clings to Him in every storm.
And when His disciples asked Him to teach them to pray, He gave them words that echo through eternity:
“Father, hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come. Give us each day our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us. And lead us not into temptation.”
This is the prayer of faith. This is the cry of dependence. This is the life of a believer who trusts in the Lord.
So, I urge you today: do not delay repentance, do not shrink back in fear, and do not let your faith grow weak. Stand firm, pray with conviction, and believe with all your heart. For with Christ, nothing is impossible.
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John’s vision in Revelation 12 is filled with symbolism, mysteries, and prophetic elements. I have already discussed parts of these mysteries, but I want to focus again on one specific portion of the vision: “Then the dragon was enraged at the woman and went off to wage war against the rest of her offspring—those who keep God’s commands and hold fast their testimony about Jesus.”
As I explained in my previous seven topics, “the rest of her offspring” refers to the Christians who faced persecution after the original disciples were killed—except for John, who survived to write Revelation. These believers were largely from the Middle East and Europe, regions that embraced Christianity early on.
The “two wings” symbolize the rise of Europe and, later, the Americas. Christianity first spread from the Middle East—places like Syria and Turkey—into Europe. Europe itself emerged as a major Christian center after the Western Roman Empire fell to various barbarian groups. The Roman Empire had already been divided into East and West; the Eastern Empire resisted barbarian conquest longer, partly due to Constantine I’s conversion to Christianity. Eventually, however, a new religious power rose and transformed the region, a subject connected to John’s vision in Revelation 13.
For a time, the spread of Christianity slowed the persecution of believers. But this pause was temporary. Persecution resumed once the monarchies of the seven converted barbarian tribes gained power and took control of the Christian religion. This transition leads directly into the vision described in Revelation 13.
In John’s vision, the dragon stands upon the shore as a beast rises from the sea—bearing ten horns, seven heads, and ten crowns, each head marked with a blasphemous name. As I have explained, the ten heads symbolize the ten barbarian tribes, three of which eventually vanished as their people were absorbed into the remaining seven: the Heruli, Suevi, Burgundians, Visigoths, Lombards, Franks, and Anglo‑Saxons.
Revelation 13 continues with a solemn warning delivered through an angelic message: “Whoever has ears, let them hear. If anyone is to go into captivity, into captivity they will go; if anyone is to be killed with the sword, with the sword they will be killed.” This message calls for steadfast endurance and unwavering faithfulness among God’s people. It is not limited to one ethnicity or tribe; it is a call addressed to all humanity, for there is only one human race.
John then describes the beast in greater detail. It resembles a leopard, yet its feet are like those of a bear and its mouth like that of a lion. The dragon grants this beast power, a throne, and great authority. One of its heads appears to have suffered a fatal wound, yet the wound is healed—causing the world to marvel and follow the beast. People worship the dragon for empowering the beast, and they worship the beast itself, declaring, “Who is like the beast? Who can wage war against it?”
The beast is permitted to speak arrogant and blasphemous words and to exercise authority for forty‑two months. It blasphemes God, His name, His dwelling, and those who dwell in heaven. It is also granted power to wage war against God’s holy people and to overcome them, extending its authority over every tribe, people, language, and nation. All who do not belong to the Lamb, whose names are not written in the Lamb’s book of life, will worship the beast.
This vision is another prophetic symbol, one that has already unfolded in history to a significant extent. Scripture warns that the beast would be granted power to commit evil—even to the point of opposing God Himself. This is the meaning behind its blasphemous words and its exercise of authority. God permitted this power as a test for His people, allowing the beast to act so that faith and endurance could be proven.
Some preachers teach that the entire prophecy is still future, yet the evidence shows that part of this vision has already been fulfilled, while other elements remain ahead. Many of these preachers do not understand the message, or they preach it incorrectly, because they serve as hired workers of their churches. They were not truly anointed by God as messengers or prophets to reveal the mysteries of what is to come.
There is nothing wrong with preaching as a hired servant; those who labor deserve wages to live. But messengers and prophets, like myself, are not called to speak for a fee or to profit from the gospel. We are called and anointed by God Himself, according to His purpose and His choosing. Our true reward is Heaven, everlasting, youthful life forever. No earthly payment can compare to the eternal gift God gives.
The prophets of old, Elijah, Elisha, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Daniel, and the other great prophets, labored faithfully and wrote the words God commanded, without receiving a salary. Many desired to be prophets, for as Isaiah declared:
“How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, ‘Your God reigns!’”
Yet no one could appoint themselves as a prophet. Only God can anoint His prophets, just as Jesus Himself chose and anointed the twelve disciples. The pattern has never changed.
Now, returning to John’s vision: which parts of the prophecy have already been fulfilled, and which still lie ahead? I will address that as well. Continue to the next topic as we unravel the mysteries of Revelation 12 and 13. I have already explained what God has revealed concerning Revelation 12, which connects directly to Revelation 13 in a prophetic sequence. These events unfold over hundreds of years, yet they follow a precise and orderly progression.
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The division between the Roman Catholic Church and the Protestants traces its roots to the Reformation of the 16th century, sparked by the teachings of the German reformer Martin Luther. This movement unfolded long after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire, which had been defeated by barbarian groups such as the Heruli and Visigoths. Following Rome’s fall, tribes like the Ostrogoths (who merged with the Heruli), Vandals, and Huns diminished and eventually assimilated into the broader barbarian populations of Europe.
Symbolically, this merging is reflected in John’s vision of the dragon: three heads cut off, leaving seven. The seven crowns represent the rise of ten barbarian kings, later reduced to seven. Over time, these tribes absorbed elements of Roman and Greek culture, adopting arts, governance, and civility. As they became more receptive to truth, their leaders and tribes converted to Christianity.
The conversion of Constantine I marked a turning point, bringing a temporary pause in Christian persecution. This moment partly fulfilled John’s vision: “The woman was given the two wings of a great eagle, so that she might fly to the place prepared for her in the wilderness, where she would be taken care of for a time, times and half a time, out of the serpent’s reach.” Christianity became the foundation of Europe, transforming former barbarian tribes into nations.
In John’s vision, the dragon bore ten crowns, symbolizing the royalty of the ten major barbarian tribes—the ten heads of the dragon, as recorded in Revelation 13. The eagle’s wings, described in Revelation 12, represent the swiftness with which Christianity spread, first across Europe and later to the Americas. These two wings, given to the woman (the Church), symbolize the power of Christianity in shaping both continents.
It was not only the twelve disciples who believed in Jesus and followed Him; other Jews also embraced the faith and carried the truth beyond Israel, fleeing persecution. Tradition holds that all twelve disciples, except John—the author of the Book of Revelation—did not die but ascended to heaven after completing their mission. Christian Jews, together with converted non-Jews, spread the message widely, ensuring the growth of the faith across nations.
The significance of these visions extends further, and I will explore their connection to the birth of the United States in a separate discussion.
Revelation 13 continues this imagery: “The dragon stood on the shore of the sea. And I saw a beast coming out of the sea. It had ten horns and seven heads, with ten crowns on its horns, and on each head a blasphemous name.” The dragon, revealed as Satan, stood among the masses, awaiting events to unfold. The beast with ten horns and seven heads reflects the barbarian tribes already identified. The crowns and blasphemous names carry deeper meaning, which I will unravel in detail later, as they hold significance for the eventual birth of the USA.
As Christianity spread, not all believers accepted the full truth of the apostles’ teachings. Distortions arose, fueled by Satan’s influence through false teachers. This division led to the emergence of Arian Christians and later Nicene Christians. Around 318 CE, Arius, a priest in Alexandria, argued that Christ was a created being, not eternal, and therefore not God. His teaching echoed Judaism’s rejection of Jesus’ divinity, the same belief that led the Pharisees and Sadducees to demand His crucifixion under Pilate.
Arianism spread quickly but was opposed by Bishop Alexander of Alexandria and Athanasius, who defended Christ’s eternal nature and unity with God the Father. This controversy marked a critical stage in Christianity’s early development. To resolve it, the Roman Catholic Church convened the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD. The council produced the Nicene Creed, affirming Jesus’ divinity and unifying the Church. This creed provided Christianity with a common theological foundation and a framework for resolving disputes, securing the faith during its formative years.
Christianity began with a shared theological foundation and a system for resolving disputes, which helped preserve the faith during its early formative years. Although historians rarely state it openly, the divisions within Christianity were deeply tied to the struggle for control as the faith developed into an organized religion under the Roman Catholic Church, which at that time functioned as a single unified institution. Questions of authority, leadership, and who held the right to guide the new religion fueled these conflicts. As the seven barbarian tribes converted and became more civilized, their rulers rose to power as influential monarchies—an outcome many interpret as the fulfillment of John’s vision in which ten became seven after three were removed.
Before turning to the vision in Revelation 13, it is essential to recall the powerful proclamation in Revelation 12. John describes hearing a loud voice in heaven declaring: “Now have come the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God, and the authority of his Messiah. For the accuser of our brothers and sisters, who accuses them before our God day and night, has been hurled down. They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death. Therefore rejoice, you heavens and you who dwell in them! But woe to the earth and the sea, because the devil has gone down to you! He is filled with fury, because he knows that his time is short.”
This heavenly announcement reflects God’s plan of salvation following the rebellion in heaven, when Satan and the one‑third of angels who accepted his deception were cast into the abyss. (I discuss the nature of the abyss in another section.) After their defeat in that first heavenly conflict, Satan and his angels were confined to this abyss. It was then that God chose to descend into this place of darkness and formlessness and create the universe—a creation Satan later falsely claimed as his own. This world, once void and without form, was part of that abyss. But when God spoke the words “Let there be light,” He revealed His unmatched creative power before the fallen angels.
Bound in darkness for ages—perhaps for spans of time beyond human comprehension—Satan and his angels were given the opportunity to create something of their own. Yet across all those ages, they produced nothing. Their inability to create anything demonstrates a fundamental truth: the power to create belongs to God alone.
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Satan is utterly shameless. He even dared to appear before Jesus and attempt to tempt Him. His pride and rebellion were revealed most clearly when he confronted the Lord after His forty days of fasting. As Matthew records:
“Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. The tempter came to him and said, ‘If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.’
Jesus answered, ‘It is written: Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’
Then the devil took him to the holy city and had him stand on the highest point of the temple. ‘If you are the Son of God,’ he said, ‘throw yourself down. For it is written: He will command his angels concerning you, and they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.’
Jesus answered him, ‘It is also written: Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’
Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. ‘All this I will give you,’ he said, ‘if you will bow down and worship me.’
Jesus said to him, ‘Away from me, Satan! For it is written: Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.’
Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him.” (Matthew 4:1–11)
This event, which Jesus surely shared with His disciples, shows us that Satan is shameless. He dared to confront the Son of God with pride, mocking Him as if He were merely human, believing he could win over God through temptation. But Jesus, God in human flesh, demonstrated that even in weakness, temptation can be overcome.
Lessons from the Temptations
1. The Temptation of Bread
Bread symbolizes human needs, often tied to finances. Satan tempts people to lie, cheat, or steal to satisfy hunger or sustain a lifestyle. But Jesus taught that true life comes not from bread or money, but from God’s Word. We must pray and depend on Him, knowing that trials test our faith. God blesses His people, not to make them lazy or indulgent, but to equip them to bless others. Wealth is meant to be used as an instrument of charity, not selfishness.
2. The Temptation of Presumptive Faith
Satan tempted Jesus to throw Himself from the temple, twisting Scripture to suggest that angels would surely protect Him. But Jesus revealed that genuine faith is never reckless presumption. We must not deliberately place ourselves in danger and then expect God to intervene. Such presumptive faith dishonors God, for as Paul wrote, “God cannot be mocked.” True faith trusts God without putting Him to the test.
For example, imagine jumping into a lake without knowing whether it is safe to swim, or swallowing a pill at the urging of a taunting friend even though you know it could harm your health. To reason, “God is with me, so nothing will happen,” is not faith—it is folly. Authentic trust in God never excuses careless or dangerous choices.
3. The Temptation of Power and Worship
Satan shamelessly asked Jesus to worship him in exchange for worldly kingdoms. This reveals his arrogance in demanding honor from the very Creator who made him. It also warns us that Satan tempts through pride, luxury, popularity, and the pursuit of lavish living. Jesus, however, lived humbly as a carpenter, reminding us that greatness in God’s kingdom is found in humility and obedience.
Faith Tested Like Abraham and the Disciples
God has always tested His people. Abraham was asked to sacrifice his only son, Isaac, and he obeyed. He remained faithful, avoiding sin and adultery, living uprightly before God. Likewise, the disciples endured bitter trials. All except John died by sword or crucifixion, proving that no follower of Christ is exempt from testing. God alone decides whom He favors, for He knows the hearts and minds of all.
The Reality of Spiritual Warfare
Satan also works through possession and temptation. In Jesus’ time, many were possessed by evil spirits, and He cast them out. Today, Satan lures people through vices such as gambling, addictions, laziness, or even obsession with worldly pleasures. These are avenues of worship to him. But Jesus gave us the weapon of His Word: “Go away, Satan! You are an offense to my God.”
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As I explained in Part Five on John’s vision in Revelation 12, no one can truly understand the mysteries of God without His guidance. God alone reveals His truth to those He anoints, and only His chosen messengers can faithfully declare it. Those who claim to be prophets yet sell the truth for gain are the very false prophets Jesus warned against.
Jesus said:
“Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them.” (Matthew 7:15–20)
True prophets and disciples never worked for money; they lived by God’s mercy, sustained by the generosity of those whose hearts He touched. They did not ask for payment, but gave their lives as defenders and heralds of truth, assured of eternal life as their reward.
One powerful example of this principle is found in the story of Naaman, the Syrian commander who suffered from leprosy. Seeking healing, he went to the prophet Elisha. Elisha instructed him to wash in the Jordan River seven times. At first, Naaman hesitated, offended by the simplicity of the command and the thought of bathing in what he considered a dirty river. Yet, after his soldiers urged him to obey, he humbled himself and followed the prophet’s words. On the seventh immersion, Naaman rose from the water completely healed, his leprosy gone.
Overwhelmed with gratitude, Naaman returned to Elisha with his attendants, bringing large amounts of gold and silver as payment. Standing before the prophet, he declared, “Now I know that there is no God in all the world except in Israel. So please accept a gift from your servant.” But Elisha replied firmly, “As surely as the Lord lives, whom I serve, I will not accept a thing.” Though Naaman urged him, Elisha refused.
This account demonstrates that true prophets of God do not sell His truth or accept payment for His miracles. They serve freely, sustained only by God’s mercy, and their reward is not earthly wealth but the assurance of eternal life.
God chose John as the last disciple to record what would happen after the apostles were gone. Revelation 12 is filled with visions and meanings that only God Himself knows, and John was simply instructed to write them down. One of its central messages is the prophecy of the 1,260 years of persecution—a long era when faithful Christians endured suffering for their devotion to God. Many abandoned the faith out of fear of fire, lions, the sword, or beheading, while others remained steadfast, even unto death, against the cruelty of Satan’s agents.
As history unfolded, some Christians who assumed leadership aligned themselves with Constantine I, known as Constantine the Great. Under his reign, pagan practices from Rome were gradually integrated into the church’s faith. This compromise sparked deep disagreement among believers. Those who remained faithful to God’s truth rejected the blending of Christianity with paganism, and their resistance gave rise to a great division within the church. Over time, this division grew stronger and more visible, as courageous believers openly spoke against corruption and false teachings. Their stand marked the beginning of the divide that would later shape the history of Christianity into Roman Catholicism and Protestantism.
"I encourage you to turn to Part Seven of this vision and its revelation on its own, for the message grows expansive and profound. To remain in the same place may cloud understanding, but in its own space the truth shines more clearly."
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The Length of the 1,260 Years of Persecution
The persecution of Christians endured for centuries, spanning the 1,260 years foretold in John’s vision. During this time, countless believers gave their lives for Christ, refusing to renounce their faith. The horrors they faced are beyond words. As I noted earlier, James, the brother of John,, was the first to die by the sword. His death scattered the disciples, who fled in fear of being hunted down. Though Peter and others escaped for a time, they were eventually captured and killed. Peter himself, when taken again, requested to be crucified upside down, declaring he was unworthy to die in the same manner as his Lord. Stephen was stoned to death, and multitudes were thrown into lions’ dens, burned alive, or crucified. Even Paul—once known as Saul—began as a persecutor, zealously hunting Christians, before his conversion led him to suffer beatings and hardships for the gospel he once opposed.
Why such hatred? It was born of Satan’s fury. Cursed by God, he became the old dragon, leading his fallen angels in rebellion. His time is short, and his rage fierce, driving persecution against all who follow Christ.
Yet through all this suffering, the church did not die. The blood of the martyrs became the seed of faith, and Christianity spread even in the face of unimaginable cruelty. God’s promise was fulfilled: the woman, symbolizing His church, was cared for in the wilderness. Though oppressed, the church was preserved. God will never abandon His true followers. When He gives warnings to flee, believers must heed them. As Scripture declares: “He who goes into captivity, into captivity they go. He who dies by the sword, will die by the sword.” Delay is dangerous, for it is easier to be caught than to escape.
So, when did this persecution end? History shows that the fiercest waves began in the first century and continued under the Roman Empire’s hostility toward Christians. Later, persecution took new forms—sometimes through governments, sometimes through corrupt religious institutions. Many interpreters understand the prophetic 1,260 years as symbolizing this long age of oppression, stretching from the martyrdoms of James and Stephen through centuries of trials, until the church entered a new season of freedom and recognition.
The end of this period did not mean the end of trials altogether. Rather, it marked the close of an era in which Christianity was relentlessly hunted, silenced, and driven underground. God’s Word had promised that the woman would be sustained, and indeed, the church survived. The gospel spread far beyond Jerusalem, Judea, and Samaria, just as Jesus foretold.
This history reminds us that persecution, though devastating, cannot destroy the truth. The vision of the 1,260 years stands as a testimony of God’s faithfulness: He preserves His people even in the darkest times. And just as the early church endured, so must believers today remain steadfast, knowing that trials will come, but God’s care never fails.
The vision shown to John makes it clear that the woman was cared for in the wilderness. He further wrote:
“The woman was given the two wings of a great eagle, so that she might fly to the place prepared for her in the wilderness, where she would be taken care of for a time, times, and half a time, out of the serpent’s reach. Then from his mouth the serpent spewed water like a river, to overtake the woman and sweep her away with the torrent. But the earth helped the woman by opening its mouth and swallowing the river that the dragon had spewed out of his mouth. Then the dragon was enraged at the woman and went off to wage war against the rest of her offspring—those who keep God’s commands and hold fast their testimony about Jesus.” (Revelation 12:14–17)
This passage symbolizes that, despite the fierce and bitter persecution of Christians, the faith of God’s people did not diminish or die—it continued to grow into the Christian church. The woman represents the church, cared for by God. The wilderness serves as a symbol of refuge, while the earth represents the means by which God provided escape routes and protection. Those who listened to His warnings found safety in mountains, caves, and forests. Thousands of believers were able to flee and hide. Some even excavated and built underground catacombs, which became secret places of refuge during times of invasion and persecution. These catacombs can still be seen beneath the city of Rome today.
The persecution of Christians coincided with the decline of Rome. In 410, the Western Empire was shaken when the Visigoths, a wandering Germanic people from the northeast, sacked and devastated the city. The fall of the West was completed in 476, when the German chieftain Odoacer deposed Romulus Augustulus, the last Roman emperor of the West. Yet the Eastern Empire, wealthier and stronger, endured as the Byzantine Empire throughout the Middle Ages. Rome could not extinguish Christianity, even as believers were burned, executed by the sword, or thrown to lions. Remarkably, some Roman officials themselves converted after witnessing undeniable miracles.
After the collapse of the Western Empire, Constantine (reigning 312–337) sought to restore unity. His efforts seemed unsuccessful until his mother, Helena, secretly embraced Christianity and counseled him in God’s truth. Her influence was modest, but before the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, Constantine reportedly saw a vision of a great light in the sky—a cross accompanied by the words, “In this sign, conquer.” This experience led to his conversion, though many Christians questioned its sincerity, suspecting it was politically motivated to rally Christian soldiers against Rome’s enemies.
Nevertheless, Constantine’s conversion brought significant and lasting change. In 313, he issued the Edict of Milan, which legalized Christianity and elevated it to a state-supported religion. To bring an end to persecution, certain compromises were introduced—such as the adoption of the Gregorian calendar, adjustments to the liturgical year, and the shifting of the Sabbath from Saturday to Sunday. Constantine became the patron of the Christian church, and after his baptism by an Arian bishop, he oversaw the establishment of a unified Christian faith, later known as the Roman Catholic Church. For a time, persecution eased, fulfilling God’s promise that His people would be cared for. Yet this peace was temporary, as the newly established church grew powerful and began to dominate religious life.
This development reflects the vision in Revelation, where the woman was helped by the earth, which swallowed the river the dragon had spewed from his mouth. The offspring of the woman represent Christians who held firmly to the truth despite relentless persecution. They continued to spread the gospel of Jesus without fear of death, seeing martyrdom not as defeat but as a reward. For those who loved God sincerely, death was embraced with hope, for Christ’s incomparable promise is eternal life—life renewed in youth and free from decay.
Some Christians, faithful to the truth, questioned the merging of Christianity with Rome’s political ideology, which gave birth to Catholicism. Others disagreed, and this led to a great divide in beliefs. I will pause here, as I must share in the next section what God has taught me and revealed to John in the book of Revelation. Please continue reading in Part Six.
