In what ways can we prepare for God's intervention as described in Revelation 11:6? Setting the Scene “ They have authority to shut the sky so that no rain will fall during the days of their prophecy, and they have authority over the waters to turn them into blood and to strike the earth with every plague as often as they wish.” — Revelation 11:6 God will literally raise up two witnesses whose miracles echo Elijah’s drought (1 Kings 17:1; Luke 4:25) and Moses’ plagues (Exodus 7–11). Their ministry signals that the Lord’s long-prophesied judgments are unfolding exactly as written. Because these events are certain, believers are called to live ready. Remember Who Holds the Power • God alone grants and limits authority (John 19:11). • His interventions are never random; they fulfill His redemptive plan (Isaiah 46:9-10). • Confidence in His sovereignty undergirds every area of preparation (Psalm 46:1-3). Cultivating a Prepared Heart • Daily repentance keeps fellowship unclogged (Acts 3:19). • A clear conscience equips us to discern God’s activity (Hebrews 10:22). • “Therefore, prepare your minds for action…be holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:13-15). Fortifying Our Faith with the Word • Scripture is “God-breathed” and fully sufficient (2 Timothy 3:16-17). • Regular study protects against deception when dramatic signs appear (Matthew 24:24-25). • Memorizing key passages arms us for spiritual battle (Psalm 119:11; Ephesians 6:17). Staying Watchful and Prayerful • Jesus: “Keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come” (Matthew 24:42). • Persistent intercession readies the heart and advances God’s purposes (James 5:16-18 compares Elijah’s prayers with drought). • Prayer aligns us with heaven’s timetable rather than earthly panic (Philippians 4:6-7). Walking in Bold Witness • The two witnesses model fearless proclamation; the same Spirit emboldens believers today (Acts 1:8). • Sharing the gospel now prepares others to recognize God’s hand during future judgments (2 Corinthians 6:2). • “Always be prepared to give an answer…” (1 Peter 3:15). Strengthening Fellowship • Hebrews 10:24-25 urges believers not to neglect meeting together, “and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” • Mutual encouragement sustains faith when global turmoil intensifies (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12). • Serving one another showcases Christ’s love amid judgment (John 13:35). Clothing Ourselves with Spiritual Armor Ephesians 6:10-18 outlines practical readiness: - Truth wrapped around the mind - Righteousness guarding the heart - Peace guiding our steps - Faith extinguishing fiery darts - Salvation securing identity - The Word wielded skillfully - Prayer permeating all Living with Eternal Perspective • 2 Peter 3:11-12: since everything will be dissolved, “what kind of people ought you to be?” • Invest in imperishable treasure—obedience, holiness, love (Matthew 6:19-21). • Suffering loses its sting when viewed against the coming kingdom glory (Romans 8:18). Summary Preparation for God’s dramatic intervention in Revelation 11:6 is not stockpiling supplies but cultivating unwavering faith, active holiness, and fearless witness. When our hearts, minds, and relationships are anchored in the unchanging Word, we will stand ready, whatever day the sky shuts and the plagues fall. |
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