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Revelation: Making All Things New - Revelation 13 & 14 - Allegiance and Discernment in Revelation 13-14
The sermon examines the concept of allegiance in Revelation 13-14, contrasting serving Jesus with serving worldly powers or systems. It highlights the imagery of the beasts as "wild things" versus the Lamb, revealing the deceptive nature of earthly power and authority, and draws parallels to contemporary society. The interpretation of the number 666 and the mark of the beast underscores subtle participation in systems contrary to Jesus' values, urging believers to cultivate discernment and maintain allegiance to Christ through practical steps. Revelation 14's image of those sealed by the Lamb offers hope and assurance, encouraging Christians to resist pressure to conform to worldly systems. This assurance impacts daily lives and choices, fostering resilience and faithfulness in the face of societal challenges.
Discussion Questions
1. How do you understand the concept of allegiance as discussed in Revelation 13-14, particularly in the context of serving Jesus versus serving other powers or systems? Can you think of examples from your own life where you've felt torn between conflicting allegiances?
2. Pastor Jesse talks about the beasts in Revelation as "wild things" and contrasts them with the Lamb. How do these images help us understand the deceptive nature of power and authority in the world? In what ways do you see similar dynamics at play in contemporary society?
3. The sermon discusses the interpretation of the number 666 and the mark of the beast, emphasizing the idea of subtle participation in systems opposed to the values of Jesus. How can we cultivate discernment in recognizing and resisting such systems in our own lives? What practical steps can we take to ensure our allegiance remains with Jesus?
4. Revelation 14 presents an image of those sealed by the Lamb, contrasting them with those marked by the beast. What does it mean to be sealed by the Lamb? How does this concept offer hope and assurance for Christians facing pressure to conform to worldly systems? How might this assurance impact our daily lives and choices?
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By Philpott ChurchThe sermon examines the concept of allegiance in Revelation 13-14, contrasting serving Jesus with serving worldly powers or systems. It highlights the imagery of the beasts as "wild things" versus the Lamb, revealing the deceptive nature of earthly power and authority, and draws parallels to contemporary society. The interpretation of the number 666 and the mark of the beast underscores subtle participation in systems contrary to Jesus' values, urging believers to cultivate discernment and maintain allegiance to Christ through practical steps. Revelation 14's image of those sealed by the Lamb offers hope and assurance, encouraging Christians to resist pressure to conform to worldly systems. This assurance impacts daily lives and choices, fostering resilience and faithfulness in the face of societal challenges.
Discussion Questions
1. How do you understand the concept of allegiance as discussed in Revelation 13-14, particularly in the context of serving Jesus versus serving other powers or systems? Can you think of examples from your own life where you've felt torn between conflicting allegiances?
2. Pastor Jesse talks about the beasts in Revelation as "wild things" and contrasts them with the Lamb. How do these images help us understand the deceptive nature of power and authority in the world? In what ways do you see similar dynamics at play in contemporary society?
3. The sermon discusses the interpretation of the number 666 and the mark of the beast, emphasizing the idea of subtle participation in systems opposed to the values of Jesus. How can we cultivate discernment in recognizing and resisting such systems in our own lives? What practical steps can we take to ensure our allegiance remains with Jesus?
4. Revelation 14 presents an image of those sealed by the Lamb, contrasting them with those marked by the beast. What does it mean to be sealed by the Lamb? How does this concept offer hope and assurance for Christians facing pressure to conform to worldly systems? How might this assurance impact our daily lives and choices?
Watch the sermon on YouTube!!!