September 09, 2020: SOAP #3933:  Lamentations 1-2; Obadiah; Revelation 14

Scripture:  Revelation (NIV) 14:9 A third angel followed them and said in a loud voice: “If anyone worships the beast and his image and receives his mark on the forehead or on the hand, 10 he, too, will drink of the wine of God’s fury, which has been poured full strength into the cup of his wrath. He will be tormented with burning sulphur in the presence of the holy angels and of the Lamb. 11 And the smoke of their torment rises for ever and ever. There is no rest day or night for those who worship the beast and his image, or for anyone who receives the mark of his name.”

Observation:   I did not want to write yesterday’s SOAP about the mark of the beast found in Revelation 13:16-18.  I had used it for SOAPs in several other years, but the Holy Spirit kept it so strong in my thoughts, I had to use it again.  Then God gave me some thoughts to use to show an application for today. 

But when I read the above three verses, the Lord spoke to my heart, “Here is the reason for yesterday’s SOAP.  The mark of the beast is Satan placing his mark of ownership on that which was created in my image!  It is that which I created in my image taking Satan’s mark of ownership.” 

Those who accept Satan’s mark of identification, also accept his future judgment.  Verse 10 above says, “…he too, will drink of the wine of God’s fury…tormented with burning sulphur…”  Note: Revelation 20:10

Application:   I want to make sure I am totally identified with my Creator, my Savior, my Lord.  I do not want there to be any question as to which side I am on.  Whatever I can do to identify Jesus as my Lord is a small price to pay for what Jesus did to identify with me and to take my place in paying for my sins.       

Prayer:  Lord, how can I say thanks for all you have done for me.  Use my life for your glory.  May I bring joy to your heart! Amen

Pastor Leon
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