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Revelation 6

 

The Lamb begins to open the seven seals of the scroll, and with each seal, a powerful event occurs. The first four seals release four horsemen. The first rides a white horse, symbolizing conquest. The second rides a red horse, bringing war. The third rides a black horse, indicating economic hardship and famine. The fourth rides a pale horse, representing death, followed by Hades. The fifth seal reveals the souls of martyrs under the altar, crying out for justice. They are told to rest a little longer until the full number of martyrs is reached. The sixth seal causes great cosmic upheaval: earthquakes, a darkened sun, a blood-red moon, and the sky being rolled up like a scroll. People hide in fear, knowing the day of God's wrath has arrived.

 

 

History is not random or out of divine control. The Lamb opens each seal with purpose, and what follows is part of God's plan. We may see war, suffering, injustice, and fear in the world, but we trust that Jesus is not distant. He holds the scroll and oversees all things. When we face hardship, we must not lose heart. Like the faithful ones beneath the altar, we wait and trust that God sees, hears, and will act in His time. We do not place our hope in earthly power or comfort. We place our hope in the Lamb who is worthy and in the justice that will come. We endure with faith, knowing He will make all things right.

 

 

Worthy Lord, You are holy and just, and all of history unfolds by Your will. You entrusted the Lamb to open the seals and carry out Your purpose on the earth. Even now, when we see turmoil and pain, remind us that You are not silent or absent. You know every act of evil, and You hear the cries of the faithful. Help us rest in Your timing and trust in Your justice. Teach us to live with reverence, to stand firm in faith, and to remember that Your day will come. You are our refuge and our hope forever.

 

 

Thought Questions:

 

The first four seals revealed much turmoil on the earth. In today’s time, how does Jesus help you stay at peace when wars and woes abound?

 

Martyrs begged for their blood to be avenged. How do you keep your confidence that God will render appropriate judgment in His time?

 

“The wrath of the Lamb” came upon Jerusalem, and later Rome. Why should nations fear God’s wrath, even before the judgment day?

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