If you think this chapter is confusing, try reading the commentaries on this chapter! In God's time we will see exactly what is meant by these things.
As I read I am continually struck by the craziness of all that is described. No chapter even compares to this one in my mind. God raises up powerful prophets who prophesy His truth. The beast emerges from the abyss and conquers them. People leave them dead in the open streets and rejoice over their death. They lay there over 3 days and then are resurrected. After that God calls them to heaven.
What was the response to all this? Again, amazing worship in heaven.
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your admonition to worship in seasons of chaos is possibly the most useful fruit of exegeting this passage i have ever heard.
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