“These are some of the most controversial verses in Revelation; responsible scholars hold to various views on the meaning of the thousand years. The message of the text, however, is very simple; it is the message of Revelation: those who oppose Jesus will be destroyed. Even members of the churches who through compromise and self-seeking join the world in rebellion against the King of kings and Lord of lords, will suffer the ultimate punishment unless they turn in repentance and in obedience to Christ become faithful witnesses, even if it cost them their lives.”
(Originally preached on July 22, 2018)