What is the meaning of Revelation 17:14? They will make war against the Lamb • “They” refers to the ten kings allied with the beast (Revelation 17:12–13), representing the final, global rebellion against God. • Psalm 2:1-3 shows the nations raging against the LORD and His Anointed, echoing this same futile uprising. • Daniel 7:21 and Revelation 16:13-14 portray this last-days coalition gathering for open conflict with Christ. • The Lamb—Jesus—remains the focal point; the forces of evil aim their hostility directly at Him, not merely at His followers. and the Lamb will triumph over them • Victory is certain; it is stated before the battle even unfolds. – Revelation 19:11-16 pictures the moment: the Rider on the white horse “strikes down the nations.” – Colossians 2:15 reminds us He already “disarmed the powers and authorities” at the cross. • Christ wins decisively, not by negotiation but by sovereign power (Isaiah 31:4). • His earlier promise stands: “Take courage! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). because He is Lord of lords and King of kings • His titles explain His triumph; He outranks every earthly ruler. – Deuteronomy 10:17 first declares God as “Lord of lords.” – 1 Timothy 6:15 confirms Jesus will appear as “the blessed and only Sovereign.” – Philippians 2:9-11 shows every knee ultimately bowing to Him. • Revelation 1:5 links His kingship to His redemptive work—He rules because He redeemed. and He will be accompanied by His called and chosen and faithful ones • The Lamb does not return alone; believers share in His victory. – Revelation 19:14: “The armies of heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and pure, were following Him.” – Jude 14-15 cites Enoch: “The Lord is coming with countless thousands of His holy ones.” – Zechariah 14:5 and 1 Thessalonians 3:13 anticipate the same entourage. • Three descriptions highlight their identity: – Called: summoned by the gospel (Romans 8:30). – Chosen: elected by grace (Ephesians 1:4). – Faithful: persevering in allegiance (Revelation 2:10). • Their presence underscores grace: they conquer because they are with the Conqueror. summary Revelation 17:14 promises a climactic clash where the world’s final rulers unite against Jesus. Their attack fails, for Christ—“Lord of lords and King of kings”—cannot be overthrown. He wins effortlessly and shares that victory with every believer He has called, chosen, and sustained in faith. The verse assures us that no matter how fierce the opposition, the Lamb’s triumph is certain and His people are forever secure by His side. |
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