by Ray Viola | Apr 27, 2021 | Devotionals, Prophecy
I am taking the liberty this morning to use a word from our study in Revelation chapter 8 to present an exhortation for our devotional. The word that I am speaking about is “wormwood” (Revelation 8:11). Webster’s dictionary describes it this way: “a bitter, aromatic...
by Ray Viola | Apr 23, 2021 | Devotionals, Prophecy
Today we are looking at the account of the sealing of the 144,000 male Jews from the 12 tribes of Israel (Revelation 7:2-8). Who are these individuals who are sealed? Some say that they are the spiritual seed of Abraham, thus seeking to identify them as the Church or...
by Ray Viola | Apr 12, 2021 | Devotionals, Prophecy
Revelation 22.17 And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely. John 6.37 All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to...
by Ray Viola | Apr 7, 2021 | Devotionals, Prophecy
In the heavenly scene of Revelation chapter 5 there can be no doubt as to Who The Lamb is that John sees. He is Jesus Christ, “The Lamb of God, Who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29). He is The Exalted Son of God (Philippians 2:8-11), The Lion of the tribe...
by Ray Viola | Mar 31, 2021 | Prophecy
As a pastor and teacher, it is always a joy and privilege to be able to bring forth God’s Word. However, as we journey through Scripture, there are portions of God’s Word that are not so pleasant to teach due to the horrific and heart-wrenching content. Such is true...
by Ray Viola | Mar 24, 2021 | Devotionals, Prophecy
In Revelation 14:8-13, we once again are presented with passages of Scripture that remind us of the importance of seeing the “Big Picture” in life. By big picture I mean seeing things from God’s perspective and not man’s. We are reminded that all of the kingdoms of...