How to Use This Commentary Revelation 10 serves as an interlude between the sixth and seventh trumpet judgments and reminds believers that God’s plan is still unfolding exactly as He promised. Read it in five movements: (1) the appearance of the mighty angel (vv.1–2), (2) the seven thunders (vv.3–4), (3) the announcement that delay is... Continue Reading →
How to Use This Commentary Revelation 9:13–21 describes the sixth trumpet judgment, where a massive demonic army is released to bring unprecedented death upon the earth. Read it in three movements: (1) the release of the four bound angels (vv.13–15), (2) the terrifying demonic army and worldwide slaughter (vv.16–19), and (3) humanity’s shocking refusal to... Continue Reading →
How to Use This Commentary Revelation 9:1–12 describes the fifth trumpet judgment, where demonic forces are released from the abyss to torment the unbelieving world. Read it in four movements: (1) the abyss opened (vv.1–2), (2) the demonic torment unleashed (vv.3–6), (3) the terrifying appearance of the locust-like creatures (vv.7–10), and (4) the identity of... Continue Reading →
How to Use This Commentary Revelation 8:6–13 describes the first four trumpet judgments, where God begins devastating the earth’s environment during the Day of the Lord. Read it in five movements: (1) the first trumpet against the land (v.7), (2) the second trumpet against the sea (vv.8–9), (3) the third trumpet against fresh water (vv.10–11),... Continue Reading →