Tag Archives: Christ

The Fall of Babylon

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Mark Shields

The mood in Revelation 18 is somber because of the announcement of the fall of Babylon from an angel of heaven. Once, a great city of trade that created wealth for many is suddenly brought to ruin. Babylon has been … Continue reading →

Posted in Physical and Mental Health, Revelation | Tagged Angel, Babylon, Christ, God’s Word, Greed, Idol Worship, John, Light, Spiritual Growth | 1 Comment

Godless World Religion

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Mark Shields

Reading in Revelation 17:1-6, a great harlot is depicted as the symbol of apostasy and idol-worship; drunk with the blood of the saints (v.6). She represents the ultimate in godless world religion who has been involved with the kings of … Continue reading →

Posted in Integrity, Revelation | Tagged Christ, Diversity, Freedom, God, Idol Worship, Integrity, Path, U. S. Constitution, World Religion | 4 Comments

Questions for Reflection for Study of Revelation 17-19

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey has taken us through the book of Revelation 14-16. The vision of John tells us there will be a crushing blow for those who deny Christ. Reading in Revelation 14, the message is … Continue reading →

Posted in Questions for Reflection, Revelation | Tagged Attention, Christ, God, God’s Word, Hope, John, Journey, Plagues, Plan, Purpose, Questions, Rewards, Savior, Temple, Tribulation, Vision | Leave a comment

Week in Review

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Mark Shields

This week, I have posting some thoughts after a study of Revelation 15-16. Reading in Revelation 15 and writing some thoughts in the post Qualities of His Presence, John records the vision of seven angels with the seven last plagues … Continue reading →

Posted in Week in Review | Tagged Christ, God, God’s Way, Hope, Preparation, revelation, Rewards, Seven Angels, Seven Bowls Judgment, Seven Last Plagues, Tribulation, Vision | Leave a comment

Follow Christ and Help Others Become Followers

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Mark Shields

The message given in reading Revelation 14 is the crushing blow for those who deny Christ. Our purpose then should be to put all our attention on making sure we are followers of Christ and help as many as we … Continue reading →