I’ve been reading Revelation, but have not posted in a few days. One reason is that I would like to finish reading Revelation before analyzing much of what I’ve read. Since much of what is written is mysterious it would certainly help to have the end in mind as I read through what is discussed.
Today I read Revelation 6. I was particularly struck by Revelation 6:9-11. In this passage the martyrs for Christ are crying out for God’s vengeance. Martyrs are normally revered and this passage does not provide any rebuke for them so it seems as if their cries are justified. However, they are told to wait and rest. On earth I often feel this way as well when I see evil occurring. I am reminded of what the preacher says in Ecclesiastes 8:11: “Because the sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.”
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