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A horseman appears from heaven, being identified as "Faithful and True." Spoiler alert: it's Jesus Christ.

The song of praise from heaven declares the final curtain - that God has been fully reunited with His people.

In response to the fall of Babylon, a mighty chorus of praise comes from heaven about the judgment and destruction of spiritual oppressors.

In view of Babylon's actions against God's people, an angel invites the Church to celebrate the final downfall of those who have stood in opposition to God's Kingdom.

Here's the link to the YouTube video mentioned in the Takeaway Point. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1lJ1LwT_0c

John notes three groups of people who grieve the downfall of Babylon.

God calls for His people to leave Babylon, which has become ripe for destruction.

The destruction of Babylon will happen; the reason behind its destruction is obvious.

The forces of evil were "allies in name only" as they turn on one another after being defeated by the Lamb.

The angel continues to provide John with insights on the great prostitute and the best she rides on with the intent to show how the Lamb overcomes all opposition.

John is brought by an angel to see a prostitute, drunk on wine, revelling in the destruction and adultery of nations and kings.