"Come Out of Her, My People"
"And I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues." — Revelation 18:4
This is a statement familiar to every student of Bible prophecy.
In Revelation 18, an angel delivers a solemn message—a final call that separates God's people before judgment falls upon Babylon. It is a message of mercy before destruction, grace before wrath, and separation before doom.
Among those destined to drink from the cup of God's indignation, there exists a peculiar people whom God still claims as His own. Just as in the days of Lot, when God called him out of Sodom before its destruction, so He now calls His people out of Babylon.
"And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon his hand... and they brought him forth, and set him without the city." (Genesis 19:16)
Remember, the book of Revelation is not merely about future events; it is primarily about Jesus Christ. The opening words declare:
"The Revelation of Jesus Christ..." (Revelation 1:1)
This is the final biblical portrait of Christ—not as the suffering servant lying in a manger, but as the glorified King coming in power and great glory.
Perhaps you have not yet perceived where I am leading, but follow me carefully as we journey into the heart of this message and discover why the people in Babylon are so special that Christ sends them a specific call.
The Gospel records tell us about the Magi from the East who came seeking the newborn King.
"Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea... behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem." (Matthew 2:1)
These men were remarkable. While the priests, scribes, and teachers of the Law possessed the prophecies, the Magi possessed both the prophecies and the spiritual perception to recognize their fulfillment. They had knowledge, but they also had vision. Consequently, they did not miss the divine moment.
Yet that is not my main point.
Every student of history, geography, and archaeology knows that east of Jerusalem lay the ancient Persian Empire—the region once dominated by Babylon and later governed by the Medes and Persians, corresponding largely to modern-day Iraq and its surrounding territories.
Now consider this carefully.
There was once a prophet in Babylon who became a ruler, counselor, and advisor to kings. I am speaking of the prophet Daniel.
"Then the king made Daniel a great man... and made him ruler over the whole province of Babylon, and chief of the governors over all the wise men of Babylon." (Daniel 2:48)
Why is this significant?
Because Daniel was not merely a prophet among the Babylonians; he became the chief of the wise men—the Magi. Through the manifestation of God's wisdom and power, Daniel influenced an entire kingdom without organizing a single crusade or evangelistic campaign.
The God of Daniel revealed mysteries, interpreted dreams, humbled kings, and demonstrated His sovereignty before nations. Wisdom and power became Daniel's testimony.
"Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his." (Daniel 2:20)
These same qualities are indispensable for God's people in the last days.
I believe you may already be connecting the dots.
The Magi who came from the East seeking Jesus were not ordinary men.
The word Magi (Greek: magoi) refers to learned men, scholars, wise men, and priestly advisors from the East.
Daniel had once been appointed over this very order of wise men in Babylon. It is therefore reasonable to see the possibility that generations of Magi preserved Daniel's teachings and prophetic writings.
Daniel had written extensively concerning the coming Messiah and the unfolding of God's prophetic timetable.
"Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people..." (Daniel 9:24)
While many in Jerusalem possessed the Scriptures, some in Babylon treasured them, studied them, and watched for their fulfillment.
When the star appeared, the Magi discerned its significance.
"For we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him." (Matthew 2:2)
Notice the contrast. The religious leaders knew where the Messiah would be born, yet they remained in Jerusalem. The Magi traveled great distances because their hearts were aligned with God's unfolding purposes.
They came not with empty hands but with treasures.
"And when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh." (Matthew 2:11)
They recognized the worth of the King before His ministry had even begun. They honored Him not merely with words but with sacrifice, substance, and worship.
Now let us return to Revelation.
Centuries later, Jesus speaks concerning Babylon and says:
"Come out of her, my people." (Revelation 18:4)
Notice the language.
He calls them My people.
Could it be that the Lord remembers every act of faith, every sacrifice, every sincere recognition of His lordship?
When He came unto His own, many rejected Him.
"He came unto his own, and his own received him not." (John 1:11)
Yet there were those from a distant land who received Him, worshipped Him, and honored Him.
Jesus was born in Bethlehem, ministered in Judea, and died in Jerusalem. Yet in Revelation He remembers a people dwelling in Babylon and calls them His own.
Babylon is often synonymous with confusion, rebellion, and spiritual corruption. Yet even there, God has a people.
What a testimony of divine grace!
God's call is not limited by geography, nationality, denomination, or reputation. His eye searches the earth for those whose hearts are toward Him.
"The eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him." (2 Chronicles 16:9)
I do not know where you are today. I do not know what labels people have placed upon you, what mistakes you have made, or what circumstances surround you.
But if you have acknowledged Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, if you continually seek His mercy, grace, and alignment with His will, then hear the voice of heaven:
"Come out of her, my people."
It is a call to separation from confusion.
A call to holiness amidst corruption.
A call to truth amidst deception.
A call to Christ before judgment falls.
And most importantly, it is a reminder that no matter where you are, if you belong to Him, He knows exactly where to find you.
"Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his." (2 Timothy 2:19)
The same Lord who remembered the faithful in Babylon still remembers His people today.
The message remains:
"Come out of her, My people."
"And I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues." — Revelation 18:4
This is a statement familiar to every student of Bible prophecy.
In Revelation 18, an angel delivers a solemn message—a final call that separates God's people before judgment falls upon Babylon. It is a message of mercy before destruction, grace before wrath, and separation before doom.
Among those destined to drink from the cup of God's indignation, there exists a peculiar people whom God still claims as His own. Just as in the days of Lot, when God called him out of Sodom before its destruction, so He now calls His people out of Babylon.
"And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon his hand... and they brought him forth, and set him without the city." (Genesis 19:16)
Remember, the book of Revelation is not merely about future events; it is primarily about Jesus Christ. The opening words declare:
"The Revelation of Jesus Christ..." (Revelation 1:1)
This is the final biblical portrait of Christ—not as the suffering servant lying in a manger, but as the glorified King coming in power and great glory.
Perhaps you have not yet perceived where I am leading, but follow me carefully as we journey into the heart of this message and discover why the people in Babylon are so special that Christ sends them a specific call.
The Gospel records tell us about the Magi from the East who came seeking the newborn King.
"Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea... behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem." (Matthew 2:1)
These men were remarkable. While the priests, scribes, and teachers of the Law possessed the prophecies, the Magi possessed both the prophecies and the spiritual perception to recognize their fulfillment. They had knowledge, but they also had vision. Consequently, they did not miss the divine moment.
Yet that is not my main point.
Every student of history, geography, and archaeology knows that east of Jerusalem lay the ancient Persian Empire—the region once dominated by Babylon and later governed by the Medes and Persians, corresponding largely to modern-day Iraq and its surrounding territories.
Now consider this carefully.
There was once a prophet in Babylon who became a ruler, counselor, and advisor to kings. I am speaking of the prophet Daniel.
"Then the king made Daniel a great man... and made him ruler over the whole province of Babylon, and chief of the governors over all the wise men of Babylon." (Daniel 2:48)
Why is this significant?
Because Daniel was not merely a prophet among the Babylonians; he became the chief of the wise men—the Magi. Through the manifestation of God's wisdom and power, Daniel influenced an entire kingdom without organizing a single crusade or evangelistic campaign.
The God of Daniel revealed mysteries, interpreted dreams, humbled kings, and demonstrated His sovereignty before nations. Wisdom and power became Daniel's testimony.
"Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his." (Daniel 2:20)
These same qualities are indispensable for God's people in the last days.
I believe you may already be connecting the dots.
The Magi who came from the East seeking Jesus were not ordinary men.
The word Magi (Greek: magoi) refers to learned men, scholars, wise men, and priestly advisors from the East.
Daniel had once been appointed over this very order of wise men in Babylon. It is therefore reasonable to see the possibility that generations of Magi preserved Daniel's teachings and prophetic writings.
Daniel had written extensively concerning the coming Messiah and the unfolding of God's prophetic timetable.
"Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people..." (Daniel 9:24)
While many in Jerusalem possessed the Scriptures, some in Babylon treasured them, studied them, and watched for their fulfillment.
When the star appeared, the Magi discerned its significance.
"For we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him." (Matthew 2:2)
Notice the contrast. The religious leaders knew where the Messiah would be born, yet they remained in Jerusalem. The Magi traveled great distances because their hearts were aligned with God's unfolding purposes.
They came not with empty hands but with treasures.
"And when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh." (Matthew 2:11)
They recognized the worth of the King before His ministry had even begun. They honored Him not merely with words but with sacrifice, substance, and worship.
Now let us return to Revelation.
Centuries later, Jesus speaks concerning Babylon and says:
"Come out of her, my people." (Revelation 18:4)
Notice the language.
He calls them My people.
Could it be that the Lord remembers every act of faith, every sacrifice, every sincere recognition of His lordship?
When He came unto His own, many rejected Him.
"He came unto his own, and his own received him not." (John 1:11)
Yet there were those from a distant land who received Him, worshipped Him, and honored Him.
Jesus was born in Bethlehem, ministered in Judea, and died in Jerusalem. Yet in Revelation He remembers a people dwelling in Babylon and calls them His own.
Babylon is often synonymous with confusion, rebellion, and spiritual corruption. Yet even there, God has a people.
What a testimony of divine grace!
God's call is not limited by geography, nationality, denomination, or reputation. His eye searches the earth for those whose hearts are toward Him.
"The eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him." (2 Chronicles 16:9)
I do not know where you are today. I do not know what labels people have placed upon you, what mistakes you have made, or what circumstances surround you.
But if you have acknowledged Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, if you continually seek His mercy, grace, and alignment with His will, then hear the voice of heaven:
"Come out of her, my people."
It is a call to separation from confusion.
A call to holiness amidst corruption.
A call to truth amidst deception.
A call to Christ before judgment falls.
And most importantly, it is a reminder that no matter where you are, if you belong to Him, He knows exactly where to find you.
"Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his." (2 Timothy 2:19)
The same Lord who remembered the faithful in Babylon still remembers His people today.
The message remains:
"Come out of her, My people."
"Come Out of Her, My People"
"And I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues." — Revelation 18:4
This is a statement familiar to every student of Bible prophecy.
In Revelation 18, an angel delivers a solemn message—a final call that separates God's people before judgment falls upon Babylon. It is a message of mercy before destruction, grace before wrath, and separation before doom.
Among those destined to drink from the cup of God's indignation, there exists a peculiar people whom God still claims as His own. Just as in the days of Lot, when God called him out of Sodom before its destruction, so He now calls His people out of Babylon.
"And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon his hand... and they brought him forth, and set him without the city." (Genesis 19:16)
Remember, the book of Revelation is not merely about future events; it is primarily about Jesus Christ. The opening words declare:
"The Revelation of Jesus Christ..." (Revelation 1:1)
This is the final biblical portrait of Christ—not as the suffering servant lying in a manger, but as the glorified King coming in power and great glory.
Perhaps you have not yet perceived where I am leading, but follow me carefully as we journey into the heart of this message and discover why the people in Babylon are so special that Christ sends them a specific call.
The Gospel records tell us about the Magi from the East who came seeking the newborn King.
"Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea... behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem." (Matthew 2:1)
These men were remarkable. While the priests, scribes, and teachers of the Law possessed the prophecies, the Magi possessed both the prophecies and the spiritual perception to recognize their fulfillment. They had knowledge, but they also had vision. Consequently, they did not miss the divine moment.
Yet that is not my main point.
Every student of history, geography, and archaeology knows that east of Jerusalem lay the ancient Persian Empire—the region once dominated by Babylon and later governed by the Medes and Persians, corresponding largely to modern-day Iraq and its surrounding territories.
Now consider this carefully.
There was once a prophet in Babylon who became a ruler, counselor, and advisor to kings. I am speaking of the prophet Daniel.
"Then the king made Daniel a great man... and made him ruler over the whole province of Babylon, and chief of the governors over all the wise men of Babylon." (Daniel 2:48)
Why is this significant?
Because Daniel was not merely a prophet among the Babylonians; he became the chief of the wise men—the Magi. Through the manifestation of God's wisdom and power, Daniel influenced an entire kingdom without organizing a single crusade or evangelistic campaign.
The God of Daniel revealed mysteries, interpreted dreams, humbled kings, and demonstrated His sovereignty before nations. Wisdom and power became Daniel's testimony.
"Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his." (Daniel 2:20)
These same qualities are indispensable for God's people in the last days.
I believe you may already be connecting the dots.
The Magi who came from the East seeking Jesus were not ordinary men.
The word Magi (Greek: magoi) refers to learned men, scholars, wise men, and priestly advisors from the East.
Daniel had once been appointed over this very order of wise men in Babylon. It is therefore reasonable to see the possibility that generations of Magi preserved Daniel's teachings and prophetic writings.
Daniel had written extensively concerning the coming Messiah and the unfolding of God's prophetic timetable.
"Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people..." (Daniel 9:24)
While many in Jerusalem possessed the Scriptures, some in Babylon treasured them, studied them, and watched for their fulfillment.
When the star appeared, the Magi discerned its significance.
"For we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him." (Matthew 2:2)
Notice the contrast. The religious leaders knew where the Messiah would be born, yet they remained in Jerusalem. The Magi traveled great distances because their hearts were aligned with God's unfolding purposes.
They came not with empty hands but with treasures.
"And when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh." (Matthew 2:11)
They recognized the worth of the King before His ministry had even begun. They honored Him not merely with words but with sacrifice, substance, and worship.
Now let us return to Revelation.
Centuries later, Jesus speaks concerning Babylon and says:
"Come out of her, my people." (Revelation 18:4)
Notice the language.
He calls them My people.
Could it be that the Lord remembers every act of faith, every sacrifice, every sincere recognition of His lordship?
When He came unto His own, many rejected Him.
"He came unto his own, and his own received him not." (John 1:11)
Yet there were those from a distant land who received Him, worshipped Him, and honored Him.
Jesus was born in Bethlehem, ministered in Judea, and died in Jerusalem. Yet in Revelation He remembers a people dwelling in Babylon and calls them His own.
Babylon is often synonymous with confusion, rebellion, and spiritual corruption. Yet even there, God has a people.
What a testimony of divine grace!
God's call is not limited by geography, nationality, denomination, or reputation. His eye searches the earth for those whose hearts are toward Him.
"The eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him." (2 Chronicles 16:9)
I do not know where you are today. I do not know what labels people have placed upon you, what mistakes you have made, or what circumstances surround you.
But if you have acknowledged Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, if you continually seek His mercy, grace, and alignment with His will, then hear the voice of heaven:
"Come out of her, my people."
It is a call to separation from confusion.
A call to holiness amidst corruption.
A call to truth amidst deception.
A call to Christ before judgment falls.
And most importantly, it is a reminder that no matter where you are, if you belong to Him, He knows exactly where to find you.
"Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his." (2 Timothy 2:19)
The same Lord who remembered the faithful in Babylon still remembers His people today.
The message remains:
"Come out of her, My people."
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