Is the U.S. Represented by Babylon

Subscribe ▼ Show Notes We have reached Revelation 17 and 18 in our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ to John. This section is particularly significant in eschatology. The characters are the great prostitute, Babylon, the waters, the Beast, the martyrs, seven kings, an angel, ten horns or kings, and The Lamb. The Characters The evil actors in the scene are said to carry out the purpose of God. This can be confusing to us, even today, as we observe God using evil to accomplish His purposes. Economic and political forces are discussed in these two chapters. Babylon could certainly be the United States. I can’t be dogmatic about this, but I can’t think of another nation that fits this description more specifically in our environment. It is possible that these events occur so far in the future that the environment changes substantially and another nation or nations fit the description of Babylon in this passage. I shudder to think about the similarities between this description of Babylon and the United States, nonetheless. The instant destruction that is referenced here seems to me to resemble nuclear war. While this destruction of Babylon could come through solely supernatural means, and given the fact that God uses man in executing His purposes, nuclear annihilation could be referenced in these chapters. The Economic Implications The economic implications of these events are also clear in this passage. Recall the buying and selling referenced previously and the submission to evil leadership that will be required. This entire system will be eliminated in one day. This economic hub of the world is brought to nothing in an hour. Imagine the intensity of this event if this reference is to a literal hour. The stage is now set for the New Heaven and the New Earth. We are to love what God loves and hate what He hates. Those of us who have trusted in and are in Jesus Christ can rest in Him. These horrific events do not threaten us, and we are securing in Him. Praise God for His faithfulness! Thank you for listening to Relentless Truth. Please share this episode with your friends and family. Please share our work on social media. Your endorsements have been incredible in expanding our reach worldwide. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with me at john@johnwarrenmedia.com, and please visit our website for more information about our work at johnwarrenmedia.com. #theology #christian worldview “We will discuss Revelation 17 and 18 today. This is a picture of God using evil to accomplish His purposes.” John Warren