Since heaven will be our ultimate destination, we need to spend less time complaining about our struggles and trials on earth, where we temporarily live, and more time learning as much as possible about heaven, where we will live forever. Chuck Swindoll explains today why a sense of anticipation is a blessing, giving us comfort even during painful circumstances.

Stop Criticizing Earth and Start Contemplating Heaven, Part 3

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The apostle John's vision in Revelation 10:1-11 showcases a beautiful angel ripe with imagery. Straddling land and sea, the angel carries forth God's powerful decrees. As John processes the angel's message, he finds it difficult to take in. Pastor Chuck Swindoll specifies important points for believers today: much of God's truth tastes sweet and is pleasant, but some of His plans feel bitter to our taste and are hard to accept. No matter what the hard truth is, you'll find assurance that all of God's ways are right and true!

A Strong Angel, a Strange Assignment, Part 1

Humanity's plight gets bleaker as John's revelatory vision continues with one-third of people on earth wiped out by demonic destruction. Pastor Chuck Swindoll explains the apocalyptic events in Revelation 9:13-21 and explores why those remaining still refuse to repent. Learn valuable lessons on human depravity and supernatural activity from these future events. You'll discover how the end times are connected to the broader story of redemption and will feel compelled to proclaim the ultimate hope Jesus Christ offers!

More Demons, More Deaths, More Defiance, Part 3

More Demons, More Deaths, More Defiance, Part 2

More Demons, More Deaths, More Defiance, Part 1

In a frightening vision, the apostle John sees hell itself unleashed upon the earth in a locust-like swarm of demonic activity, carrying out the devastating consequences of sin's rule. Pastor Chuck Swindoll illuminates Revelation 9:1-12, providing important points about demons: they are real and committed to our destruction, but they have limitations, and they must bow to our sovereign Lord, Jesus Christ. Don't underestimate our enemy, but don't overestimate him either. Understand God's ultimate rule even amid the darkness.

Stop Criticizing Earth and Start Contemplating Heaven, Part 3

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