Explore the fall of ancient Babylon and its parallels with the end-time Babylon in this insightful study. Delve into biblical references, including Revelation and Isaiah, to grasp the consequences of rebellion against God and the promise of salvation for the repentant. Discover the symbolism of the redeemed in Revelation 14 and their enduring faith in the face of persecution. Uncover the timeless message of hope and judgment encapsulated in the narrative of Babylon's fall.
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TEXT: Revelation 14:1-20 MEMORY VERSE And there followed another angel, saying, Babylon is fallen, is fallen, that great City, because she made all nations drink of the wine of the wrath of her fornication (Revelation 14:8)
INTRODUCTION A fall is a move from a higher level to a lower level rapidly and without control. A fall could also mean a collapse . Babylon is also known as Babel in Hebrew language, is one of the cities of an ancient kingdom established by Nimrod ( Gen. 10:1-9) It was the site where the people attempted to build a Tower that would extend to Heaven, Gen. 11:1-9. God confused their language, and they could not complete the tower, as their mission was contrary to God s plan. Thousands of year after this city became the center of all idolatrous worship.
God spoke through prophet Isaiah about the fall of Babylon (Isaiah 21 :9) At last, this ancient city of Babylon fell and great was the fall. We shall be discussing about another Babylon called the End-time Babylon INTRODUCTION CONT D. Both the ancient Babylon and the end-time Babylon had many things in common which also include a great fall. Presently, Babylon represents this sinful world where men, women, boys, girls are engaged in all forms of abominable acts
INTRODUCTION CONTD. They are rebelling against God as old Babylon did, so they are going to reap God s great and final judgement The blood of sinners will run over the earth when God sends His righteous judgment on the earth as wine is squeezed out when farmers tread grapes in a winepress during grapes harvest. The end-time is at hand ,you must not take the word of God for granted.
1. THE SONGS OF THE REDEEMED: Revelation 14:1-5;4-9,10; Psalm107:1-3; Colossians 1:12-14 Revelation 14 tells us the description and attributes of the redeemed. The redeemed are the faithful followers of Christ who were able to endure persecution under the antichrist for the sake of the gospel The 144,000 symbolizes the most consecrated and faithful of God s people of all time, who enjoy a special position and favour in heaven. This number was not limited to 144,000. Any believer who is consecrated, devoted in faith and service to God is counted among the redeemed. The redeemed are all who have received salvation through the blood of Jesus.
1. THE SONGS OF THE REDEEMED CONTD. They have the privilege of having the Name of God written on their foreheads. The elects of God were redeemed from the earth before God pronounced His judgement on Babylon These redeemed sang a new song before the throne of God that no one else could learn The song was specially for them because: a. They were undefiled b. They were pure and chaste c. They were followers of the Lamb whereover He went d. They were faultless before the throne.
1. THE SONGS OF THE REDEEMED CONTD. Do you desire to be part of the redeemed that will sing praises around the throne? If yes, the qualities listed above must be in your life. Have you experienced inner purity (sanctification) after you gave your life to Christ? i. Inner purity makes your words, thoughts, and actions right. ii. It helps you live in peace with family, friends and neighbours iii. It promotes love, joy, and unity among brethren iv. It prepares and makes you ready for heaven; for without holiness, no man shall see the Lord.
1. THE SONGS OF THE REDEEMED CONTD. Do you desire to be part of the redeemed that will sing praises around the throne? All you need to do is to develop strong desire to be sanctified. Then, ask the Lord in faith and you will have the experience.
The end-time Babylon is symbolic and it represents people who are sold out to all forms of evil and abominations. It does not refer to a physical city that is built with physical materials whose destruction can only be seen physically Babylon stands for Abomination, Blasphemy ,Cruelty, Deceit, Evil, Falsehood, Greed, Hatred, Idolatry, Jealousy, Killing, Lusts, behaviour, Oppression, Character, Rebellion, Unrighteousness, Vain Exaggeration, Yoke of darkness and Zeroed out of heaven, God decided to bring judgement upon Babylon because of all these sins and many other. Prov. 29:1 2. SEVEREWRATH AND JUDGMENT ON BABYLON: Revelation 14:6- 11,14-20; Psalms 9:17;75:8 Martyrdom, Partiality, Seductions, glory, Naughty Questionable Talebearing, Wickedness,
2. SEVERE WRATH AND JUDGMENT ON BABYLON CONT D. Our God is a merciful God, He always warns extensively before judgment God is patiently waiting for sinners to repent but His patient will not be forever, He will surely bring judgment upon all unrepentant sinners You need to escape from God s judgment today, His fiery judgment is near.
3. SALVATION AND DELIVERANCE FOR REPENTANT: Rev. 14:12,13; Rom. 6:23; John 3:36 No one can stand the judgement of God, because it will be too severe to bear God has made a way of escape for every child through His only begotten son Jesus Christ Jesus came and shed His precious blood on Calvary tree, so that no child that accepts Him as Lord and saviour will face God s judgment
3. SALVATION AND DELIVERANCE FOR REPENTANT CONTD. The following must be done to escape God s judgment. i. Identify those Babylonian traits that are in your life ii. Mention them to God in Prayers and ask for His forgiveness iii. Invite Jesus into your heart as Lord and Saviour iv. Promise Him that you will serve Him till the end As friends of Jesus, you must wear holiness as a garment, daily read and meditate on God's word and obey all that it commands. Preach the gospel, sound the alarm and warn sinners of the coming judgment Lastly be watchful and patiently wait for the coming of the Lord
1. What is the Hebrew name for Babylon? 2. Mention 3 things that qualified the redeemed to sing before God s throne? QUESTIONS: 3. What is the difference between the ancient city of Babylon and the end time Babylon? 4. Mention at least 5 Babylonian traits from the study? 5. How can a sinner escape God s judgment?
ACTIVITY: Prayer for purging and sanctification. LESSON: God s judgment will come upon all unrepentant sinners. CHORUSES i. Babylon is fallen, fallen. ii. Judgment is coming, tomorrow may be too late. THOUGHT: I will live a holy life to escape God s judgment. iii. We conquer Satan ,we conquer demons.
