Scripture: Revelation 14

Observation:     In direct contrast to the impact and influence of the beasts in chapter 13, the picture here in chapter 14 is encouraging to believers.  The value of patience and endurance in the face of persecution is highlighted as the earth is harvested and judgment is given to everyone who deserves it.  The power of the beasts and the dragon is only temporary.  The power of God and his son Jesus is eternal.

Application:      I tend to sometimes get frustrated that things aren’t the way they should be.  Selfish people get rich and kind and generous people get pushed aside and ignored.  Evil seems to get rewarded and carry the day while good and Godly get ridiculed and criticized.  But justice will come.  Evil will be punished and faithfulness will be rewarded.  We need to be patient and endure and God will take care of the justice.

Prayer:             Help me to not get discouraged when things don’t appear fair or right.  May I simply do what’s right and leave the judgment and justice to you.

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