Daily Bible Lesson
THREE PARTNERS IN CRIME IN FULFILLING END-TIME EVENTS.
The Dragon, the Beast, and the False Prophet
The Bible speaks of a dragon, a beast, and a false prophet. How can we identify who is represented by this symbolism?
“I saw three unclean spirits like frogs coming out of the mouth of the DRAGON, out of the mouth of the BEAST, and out of the mouth of the FALSE PROPHET. For they are spirits of demons, performing signs, which go out to the kings of the earth and of the whole world, to gather them to the battle of that great day of God Almighty” (Revelation 16:13, 14).
The dragon of Revelation 12:3, 4 and the false prophet of Revelation 13:11–14 and 19:20 form an alliance with the beast of Revelation 13:1–8, or the papacy.
A. THE DRAGON
The DRAGON of Revelation 12 represents SATAN working through pagan Rome. In these last days the unholy partnership includes non-Christian religions such as ISLAM, BUDDHISM, SHINTOISM, HINDUISM, the NEW AGE, SECULAR HUMANISM, etc.
B. THE FALSE PROPHET
The FALSE PROPHET represents APOSTATE AMERICANIZED PROTESTANTISM centered in the United States, which will take the lead in urging worldwide worship of the beast (Rev 13:16).
C. THE BEAST
The beast is the PAPACY (Rev 13:1–10), the Roman Catholic system.
D. THE THREE POWERS
These three powers—non-Christian religions and governments, apostate Protestantism, and Roman Catholicism—will become allies in Armageddon, the final war against God, His law, and His loyal followers. This coalition is called “Babylon the Great” by Jesus in Revelation 18:2.
How will organizations with such diverse backgrounds effectively unite?
“These are of one mind, and they will give their power and authority to the beast” (Revelation 17:13).
Answer: Revelation 16:13, 14 says “unclean spirits like frogs,” which are “spirits of demons,” will unite them through the miracles they will work. Spiritism—the belief that the dead are alive and can contact the living—will be the tenet that welds all together.
Satan and his angels—posing as the spirits of dead loved ones, prophets of old, angels of heaven (2 Corinthians 11:13, 14), and even Christ Himself (Matthew 24:24)—will convince the world that their cause is guided from heaven.
Incidentally, all three entities believe that the dead are alive:
A. CATHOLICISM prays to Mary and other dead saints and believes these saints bless their followers with miracles.
B. NON-CHRISTIAN RELIGIONS are overwhelmingly based on belief in and worship of spirits of the dead. The New Age stresses “channeling”—supposed talking to the spirits of the dead.
C. APOSTATE PROTESTANTISM believes that the dead are not dead but, rather, alive in heaven or hell. Thus they are susceptible to deception by demons who pose as spirits of the dead.
For what sins does God indict Babylon?
“Babylon the great is fallen” (Revelation 18:2). “... and has become a dwelling place of demons, a prison for every foul spirit. ... By your sorcery all the nations were deceived” (Revelation 18:2, 23). “The inhabitants of the earth were made drunk” from the wine of abomination and fornication found in her cup (Revelation 17:2, 4; 18:3). “The kings of the earth have committed fornication with her” (Revelation 18:3).
Answer: To fall means to turn away from Bible truth and the worship of the true God (2 Peter 3:17, 18). Thus, God is indicting Babylon for:
Conferring with devils by inviting evil spirits into its midst through spiritism.
Deceiving virtually the entire world through lying, demonic spirits.
Lies are a type of abomination in the Bible (Proverbs 12:22). Babylon’s wine, which contains false teachings, disorients and benumbs those who drink it and makes them spiritually drunk.
In contrast, the church is the bride of Christ (Revelation 19:7, 8) and loves Him and is loyal to Him only—which Jesus said means keeping His commandments (John 14:15).
Therefore, the papacy is censured here for turning away from her husband, Jesus (James 4:4) and for forming illicit relationships with civil governments (union of church and state) for her support.
In addition, Babylon trafficks in the “souls of men” (Revelation 18:11–13); thus, God denounces Babylon for treating people as merchandise rather than as precious children of God.
What are some of the false teachings contained in Babylon’s wine that make people spiritually drunk and confused?
A. The law of God has been amended or repealed. God’s law can never be changed or repealed (Luke 16:17).
B. The soul is immortal. The Bible mentions "soul" and "spirit" nearly 1,000 times. Not once is either referred to as immortal. People are mortal (Job 4:17), and none receives immortality until Jesus’ second advent (1 Corinthians 15:51–54).
C. Sinners burn eternally in hell.
The Bible teaches that sinners will be consumed (put out of existence), both soul and body, in the fire (Matthew 10:28). An eternal hell of torment is not taught in the Bible.
D. Baptism by immersion is not necessary.
Baptism by immersion is the only baptism recognized by Scripture.
E. Sunday is God’s holy day.
The Bible teaches, without question, that God’s holy day is the seventh-day Sabbath—Saturday (Exodus 20:8–11).
Note: These false teachings, once believed, tend to bring “confusion” (which is what the term “Babylon” literally means) and make understanding Scripture much more difficult.
What does the symbolism of "FROGS" mean in Revelation 16:13, 14?
A frog captures its prey with its tongue, which could symbolize the counterfeit gift of tongues now sweeping the world.
Please remember that miracles, including the gift of tongues, prove only one thing—supernatural power. But the Bible informs us that supernatural power can be from either God or Satan.
It further explains that Satan, posing as an angel (2 Corinthians 11:14), will utilize supernatural miracles so effectively that almost the entire world will be deceived and follow him (Revelation 13:3).
At present, he is using the counterfeit gift of tongues to weld together churches and religions of all kinds—including pagans. Each of these feels that the gift of tongues is proof of authenticity.
WE MUST TEST THE SPIRITS
The Bible warns that we must test the spirits (1 John 4:1). If they do not agree with the Bible, they are counterfeits (Isaiah 8:19, 20).
Further, the true gifts of the Holy Spirit are never given to one who deliberately and knowingly disobeys God (Acts 5:32).
There is a true gift of tongues. It is a miraculous enabling to fluently speak foreign languages previously unlearned and unknown by the speaker (Acts 2:4–12). God uses this gift when needed to present His end-time message to those of other languages.
It was needed at Pentecost because 17 language groups were in the crowd and His disciples didn’t know all of those languages.
A Sobering Thought
It’s sobering to think that some might unknowingly be drinking Babylon’s wine.
Perhaps this is all new to you. If so, ask God to guide you (Matthew 7:7, 8). Then search the Scriptures (Acts 17:11).
Promise that you will follow where Jesus leads, and He will not permit you to end up in error (John 7:17).
Who will be on the Lord’s side in the battle of Armageddon?
Answer: In this final battle, the angels of heaven (Hebrews 1:13, 14; Matthew 13:41, 42) and God’s people—the remnant (Revelation 12:17)—will be allied with Jesus, who leads the armies of heaven (Revelation 19:11–16) against Satan and his supporters.
God’s remnant is composed of those who refuse the falsehoods of Babylon. They are known for:
Their love of Jesus (1 John 5:2, 3).
Their loyalty to and faith in Him (Revelation 14:12).
Their obedience to His Word and commandments (Revelation 12:17; John 8:31, 32).
How will people who love Jesus but who are now in Babylon respond when they hear His appeal to come out?
Answer: Jesus says:
“Other sheep I have which are not of this fold; them also I must bring, and they will hear My voice; and there will be one flock and one shepherd. ... My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me” (John 10:16, 27).
Jesus recognizes His children who are in Babylon. Further, He promises to call them out of Babylon before it is destroyed.
And, most glorious of all, Jesus promises that His people who are yet in Babylon will hear and recognize His voice and come out to safety.
If you are in Babylon, are you willing to heed Jesus’ urgent appeal to come out of her?
Jesus says Babylon is going to be destroyed, not reformed. She will become hopelessly drunk with her wine (identified as false doctrine in Revelation 18:2–6). It is for this reason that He calls His people out (Revelation 18:4).
THREE PARTNERS IN CRIME IN FULFILLING END-TIME EVENTS.
The Dragon, the Beast, and the False Prophet
The Bible speaks of a dragon, a beast, and a false prophet. How can we identify who is represented by this symbolism?
“I saw three unclean spirits like frogs coming out of the mouth of the DRAGON, out of the mouth of the BEAST, and out of the mouth of the FALSE PROPHET. For they are spirits of demons, performing signs, which go out to the kings of the earth and of the whole world, to gather them to the battle of that great day of God Almighty” (Revelation 16:13, 14).
The dragon of Revelation 12:3, 4 and the false prophet of Revelation 13:11–14 and 19:20 form an alliance with the beast of Revelation 13:1–8, or the papacy.
A. THE DRAGON
The DRAGON of Revelation 12 represents SATAN working through pagan Rome. In these last days the unholy partnership includes non-Christian religions such as ISLAM, BUDDHISM, SHINTOISM, HINDUISM, the NEW AGE, SECULAR HUMANISM, etc.
B. THE FALSE PROPHET
The FALSE PROPHET represents APOSTATE AMERICANIZED PROTESTANTISM centered in the United States, which will take the lead in urging worldwide worship of the beast (Rev 13:16).
C. THE BEAST
The beast is the PAPACY (Rev 13:1–10), the Roman Catholic system.
D. THE THREE POWERS
These three powers—non-Christian religions and governments, apostate Protestantism, and Roman Catholicism—will become allies in Armageddon, the final war against God, His law, and His loyal followers. This coalition is called “Babylon the Great” by Jesus in Revelation 18:2.
How will organizations with such diverse backgrounds effectively unite?
“These are of one mind, and they will give their power and authority to the beast” (Revelation 17:13).
Answer: Revelation 16:13, 14 says “unclean spirits like frogs,” which are “spirits of demons,” will unite them through the miracles they will work. Spiritism—the belief that the dead are alive and can contact the living—will be the tenet that welds all together.
Satan and his angels—posing as the spirits of dead loved ones, prophets of old, angels of heaven (2 Corinthians 11:13, 14), and even Christ Himself (Matthew 24:24)—will convince the world that their cause is guided from heaven.
Incidentally, all three entities believe that the dead are alive:
A. CATHOLICISM prays to Mary and other dead saints and believes these saints bless their followers with miracles.
B. NON-CHRISTIAN RELIGIONS are overwhelmingly based on belief in and worship of spirits of the dead. The New Age stresses “channeling”—supposed talking to the spirits of the dead.
C. APOSTATE PROTESTANTISM believes that the dead are not dead but, rather, alive in heaven or hell. Thus they are susceptible to deception by demons who pose as spirits of the dead.
For what sins does God indict Babylon?
“Babylon the great is fallen” (Revelation 18:2). “... and has become a dwelling place of demons, a prison for every foul spirit. ... By your sorcery all the nations were deceived” (Revelation 18:2, 23). “The inhabitants of the earth were made drunk” from the wine of abomination and fornication found in her cup (Revelation 17:2, 4; 18:3). “The kings of the earth have committed fornication with her” (Revelation 18:3).
Answer: To fall means to turn away from Bible truth and the worship of the true God (2 Peter 3:17, 18). Thus, God is indicting Babylon for:
Conferring with devils by inviting evil spirits into its midst through spiritism.
Deceiving virtually the entire world through lying, demonic spirits.
Lies are a type of abomination in the Bible (Proverbs 12:22). Babylon’s wine, which contains false teachings, disorients and benumbs those who drink it and makes them spiritually drunk.
In contrast, the church is the bride of Christ (Revelation 19:7, 8) and loves Him and is loyal to Him only—which Jesus said means keeping His commandments (John 14:15).
Therefore, the papacy is censured here for turning away from her husband, Jesus (James 4:4) and for forming illicit relationships with civil governments (union of church and state) for her support.
In addition, Babylon trafficks in the “souls of men” (Revelation 18:11–13); thus, God denounces Babylon for treating people as merchandise rather than as precious children of God.
What are some of the false teachings contained in Babylon’s wine that make people spiritually drunk and confused?
A. The law of God has been amended or repealed. God’s law can never be changed or repealed (Luke 16:17).
B. The soul is immortal. The Bible mentions "soul" and "spirit" nearly 1,000 times. Not once is either referred to as immortal. People are mortal (Job 4:17), and none receives immortality until Jesus’ second advent (1 Corinthians 15:51–54).
C. Sinners burn eternally in hell.
The Bible teaches that sinners will be consumed (put out of existence), both soul and body, in the fire (Matthew 10:28). An eternal hell of torment is not taught in the Bible.
D. Baptism by immersion is not necessary.
Baptism by immersion is the only baptism recognized by Scripture.
E. Sunday is God’s holy day.
The Bible teaches, without question, that God’s holy day is the seventh-day Sabbath—Saturday (Exodus 20:8–11).
Note: These false teachings, once believed, tend to bring “confusion” (which is what the term “Babylon” literally means) and make understanding Scripture much more difficult.
What does the symbolism of "FROGS" mean in Revelation 16:13, 14?
A frog captures its prey with its tongue, which could symbolize the counterfeit gift of tongues now sweeping the world.
Please remember that miracles, including the gift of tongues, prove only one thing—supernatural power. But the Bible informs us that supernatural power can be from either God or Satan.
It further explains that Satan, posing as an angel (2 Corinthians 11:14), will utilize supernatural miracles so effectively that almost the entire world will be deceived and follow him (Revelation 13:3).
At present, he is using the counterfeit gift of tongues to weld together churches and religions of all kinds—including pagans. Each of these feels that the gift of tongues is proof of authenticity.
WE MUST TEST THE SPIRITS
The Bible warns that we must test the spirits (1 John 4:1). If they do not agree with the Bible, they are counterfeits (Isaiah 8:19, 20).
Further, the true gifts of the Holy Spirit are never given to one who deliberately and knowingly disobeys God (Acts 5:32).
There is a true gift of tongues. It is a miraculous enabling to fluently speak foreign languages previously unlearned and unknown by the speaker (Acts 2:4–12). God uses this gift when needed to present His end-time message to those of other languages.
It was needed at Pentecost because 17 language groups were in the crowd and His disciples didn’t know all of those languages.
A Sobering Thought
It’s sobering to think that some might unknowingly be drinking Babylon’s wine.
Perhaps this is all new to you. If so, ask God to guide you (Matthew 7:7, 8). Then search the Scriptures (Acts 17:11).
Promise that you will follow where Jesus leads, and He will not permit you to end up in error (John 7:17).
Who will be on the Lord’s side in the battle of Armageddon?
Answer: In this final battle, the angels of heaven (Hebrews 1:13, 14; Matthew 13:41, 42) and God’s people—the remnant (Revelation 12:17)—will be allied with Jesus, who leads the armies of heaven (Revelation 19:11–16) against Satan and his supporters.
God’s remnant is composed of those who refuse the falsehoods of Babylon. They are known for:
Their love of Jesus (1 John 5:2, 3).
Their loyalty to and faith in Him (Revelation 14:12).
Their obedience to His Word and commandments (Revelation 12:17; John 8:31, 32).
How will people who love Jesus but who are now in Babylon respond when they hear His appeal to come out?
Answer: Jesus says:
“Other sheep I have which are not of this fold; them also I must bring, and they will hear My voice; and there will be one flock and one shepherd. ... My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me” (John 10:16, 27).
Jesus recognizes His children who are in Babylon. Further, He promises to call them out of Babylon before it is destroyed.
And, most glorious of all, Jesus promises that His people who are yet in Babylon will hear and recognize His voice and come out to safety.
If you are in Babylon, are you willing to heed Jesus’ urgent appeal to come out of her?
Jesus says Babylon is going to be destroyed, not reformed. She will become hopelessly drunk with her wine (identified as false doctrine in Revelation 18:2–6). It is for this reason that He calls His people out (Revelation 18:4).
Daily Bible Lesson
THREE PARTNERS IN CRIME IN FULFILLING END-TIME EVENTS.
The Dragon, the Beast, and the False Prophet
The Bible speaks of a dragon, a beast, and a false prophet. How can we identify who is represented by this symbolism?
“I saw three unclean spirits like frogs coming out of the mouth of the DRAGON, out of the mouth of the BEAST, and out of the mouth of the FALSE PROPHET. For they are spirits of demons, performing signs, which go out to the kings of the earth and of the whole world, to gather them to the battle of that great day of God Almighty” (Revelation 16:13, 14).
The dragon of Revelation 12:3, 4 and the false prophet of Revelation 13:11–14 and 19:20 form an alliance with the beast of Revelation 13:1–8, or the papacy.
A. THE DRAGON
The DRAGON of Revelation 12 represents SATAN working through pagan Rome. In these last days the unholy partnership includes non-Christian religions such as ISLAM, BUDDHISM, SHINTOISM, HINDUISM, the NEW AGE, SECULAR HUMANISM, etc.
B. THE FALSE PROPHET
The FALSE PROPHET represents APOSTATE AMERICANIZED PROTESTANTISM centered in the United States, which will take the lead in urging worldwide worship of the beast (Rev 13:16).
C. THE BEAST
The beast is the PAPACY (Rev 13:1–10), the Roman Catholic system.
D. THE THREE POWERS
These three powers—non-Christian religions and governments, apostate Protestantism, and Roman Catholicism—will become allies in Armageddon, the final war against God, His law, and His loyal followers. This coalition is called “Babylon the Great” by Jesus in Revelation 18:2.
How will organizations with such diverse backgrounds effectively unite?
“These are of one mind, and they will give their power and authority to the beast” (Revelation 17:13).
Answer: Revelation 16:13, 14 says “unclean spirits like frogs,” which are “spirits of demons,” will unite them through the miracles they will work. Spiritism—the belief that the dead are alive and can contact the living—will be the tenet that welds all together.
Satan and his angels—posing as the spirits of dead loved ones, prophets of old, angels of heaven (2 Corinthians 11:13, 14), and even Christ Himself (Matthew 24:24)—will convince the world that their cause is guided from heaven.
Incidentally, all three entities believe that the dead are alive:
A. CATHOLICISM prays to Mary and other dead saints and believes these saints bless their followers with miracles.
B. NON-CHRISTIAN RELIGIONS are overwhelmingly based on belief in and worship of spirits of the dead. The New Age stresses “channeling”—supposed talking to the spirits of the dead.
C. APOSTATE PROTESTANTISM believes that the dead are not dead but, rather, alive in heaven or hell. Thus they are susceptible to deception by demons who pose as spirits of the dead.
For what sins does God indict Babylon?
“Babylon the great is fallen” (Revelation 18:2). “... and has become a dwelling place of demons, a prison for every foul spirit. ... By your sorcery all the nations were deceived” (Revelation 18:2, 23). “The inhabitants of the earth were made drunk” from the wine of abomination and fornication found in her cup (Revelation 17:2, 4; 18:3). “The kings of the earth have committed fornication with her” (Revelation 18:3).
Answer: To fall means to turn away from Bible truth and the worship of the true God (2 Peter 3:17, 18). Thus, God is indicting Babylon for:
Conferring with devils by inviting evil spirits into its midst through spiritism.
Deceiving virtually the entire world through lying, demonic spirits.
Lies are a type of abomination in the Bible (Proverbs 12:22). Babylon’s wine, which contains false teachings, disorients and benumbs those who drink it and makes them spiritually drunk.
In contrast, the church is the bride of Christ (Revelation 19:7, 8) and loves Him and is loyal to Him only—which Jesus said means keeping His commandments (John 14:15).
Therefore, the papacy is censured here for turning away from her husband, Jesus (James 4:4) and for forming illicit relationships with civil governments (union of church and state) for her support.
In addition, Babylon trafficks in the “souls of men” (Revelation 18:11–13); thus, God denounces Babylon for treating people as merchandise rather than as precious children of God.
What are some of the false teachings contained in Babylon’s wine that make people spiritually drunk and confused?
A. The law of God has been amended or repealed. God’s law can never be changed or repealed (Luke 16:17).
B. The soul is immortal. The Bible mentions "soul" and "spirit" nearly 1,000 times. Not once is either referred to as immortal. People are mortal (Job 4:17), and none receives immortality until Jesus’ second advent (1 Corinthians 15:51–54).
C. Sinners burn eternally in hell.
The Bible teaches that sinners will be consumed (put out of existence), both soul and body, in the fire (Matthew 10:28). An eternal hell of torment is not taught in the Bible.
D. Baptism by immersion is not necessary.
Baptism by immersion is the only baptism recognized by Scripture.
E. Sunday is God’s holy day.
The Bible teaches, without question, that God’s holy day is the seventh-day Sabbath—Saturday (Exodus 20:8–11).
Note: These false teachings, once believed, tend to bring “confusion” (which is what the term “Babylon” literally means) and make understanding Scripture much more difficult.
What does the symbolism of "FROGS" mean in Revelation 16:13, 14?
A frog captures its prey with its tongue, which could symbolize the counterfeit gift of tongues now sweeping the world.
Please remember that miracles, including the gift of tongues, prove only one thing—supernatural power. But the Bible informs us that supernatural power can be from either God or Satan.
It further explains that Satan, posing as an angel (2 Corinthians 11:14), will utilize supernatural miracles so effectively that almost the entire world will be deceived and follow him (Revelation 13:3).
At present, he is using the counterfeit gift of tongues to weld together churches and religions of all kinds—including pagans. Each of these feels that the gift of tongues is proof of authenticity.
WE MUST TEST THE SPIRITS
The Bible warns that we must test the spirits (1 John 4:1). If they do not agree with the Bible, they are counterfeits (Isaiah 8:19, 20).
Further, the true gifts of the Holy Spirit are never given to one who deliberately and knowingly disobeys God (Acts 5:32).
There is a true gift of tongues. It is a miraculous enabling to fluently speak foreign languages previously unlearned and unknown by the speaker (Acts 2:4–12). God uses this gift when needed to present His end-time message to those of other languages.
It was needed at Pentecost because 17 language groups were in the crowd and His disciples didn’t know all of those languages.
A Sobering Thought
It’s sobering to think that some might unknowingly be drinking Babylon’s wine.
Perhaps this is all new to you. If so, ask God to guide you (Matthew 7:7, 8). Then search the Scriptures (Acts 17:11).
Promise that you will follow where Jesus leads, and He will not permit you to end up in error (John 7:17).
Who will be on the Lord’s side in the battle of Armageddon?
Answer: In this final battle, the angels of heaven (Hebrews 1:13, 14; Matthew 13:41, 42) and God’s people—the remnant (Revelation 12:17)—will be allied with Jesus, who leads the armies of heaven (Revelation 19:11–16) against Satan and his supporters.
God’s remnant is composed of those who refuse the falsehoods of Babylon. They are known for:
Their love of Jesus (1 John 5:2, 3).
Their loyalty to and faith in Him (Revelation 14:12).
Their obedience to His Word and commandments (Revelation 12:17; John 8:31, 32).
How will people who love Jesus but who are now in Babylon respond when they hear His appeal to come out?
Answer: Jesus says:
“Other sheep I have which are not of this fold; them also I must bring, and they will hear My voice; and there will be one flock and one shepherd. ... My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me” (John 10:16, 27).
Jesus recognizes His children who are in Babylon. Further, He promises to call them out of Babylon before it is destroyed.
And, most glorious of all, Jesus promises that His people who are yet in Babylon will hear and recognize His voice and come out to safety.
If you are in Babylon, are you willing to heed Jesus’ urgent appeal to come out of her?
Jesus says Babylon is going to be destroyed, not reformed. She will become hopelessly drunk with her wine (identified as false doctrine in Revelation 18:2–6). It is for this reason that He calls His people out (Revelation 18:4).
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