John 3:27 Meaning and Interpretation of The Bible Verse.

John 3:27 says John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven.  This is the truth because we cannot receive it from man himself.  God makes it possible for everyone to receive the things that we need.  I have been blessed by God.  I feel much better now than I have over 40 years ago.  I was a 17 year old boy, and it was very rough on me and my siblings.  My friends were successful in their own life.  I remember back in 1984, a very close friend told me that he wanted me to finish school.  He was very angry because I have made a mockery of myself by skipping school and smoking marijuana.  I also drank alcohol and beer on a regular basis.  He was the only one out of all of my friends, who punked me out at another friend’s house.  If it was not for him, I would have end up in prison.  I did get into trouble on Friday June 21, 1985.  I went to jail for committing two counts of petty theft.  My grandmother bailed me out of jail.  She told me that I was going to finish school, if it meant for me to stay at her house. 

I pleaded guilty of my crimes.  My cousin had to stay in jail for 15 years.
       I graduated from high school on Tuesday June 10, 1986.  I worked at various jobs and I also graduated from College at the University of Toledo.  God blessed me with another job working with troubled kids in Toledo, Ohio.  I will admit that I was flip flopping around during the past 32 years.  I lived in Toledo, Ohio for almost 6 years.  I also lived in Charlotte, NC for 12 years.  I worked at various jobs in the Charlotte, NC Area.  I worked at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte for 8 years.  I also got scammed out of $16,977 dollars in Western Union Funds.  God made it possible for me to get my money back that I have lost.  I am very grateful to God for saving me and protecting me and my family members and friends from all harm and danger.  Currently, I have written two books in one year.  My books are called Essays and My Grace is Sufficient for Me.  I also have another book online called The Best of Anthony Joseph Hopkins.  I am very grateful for everyone who have helped me along the way.  God will bless you 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 If you are honest and truthful with Him.

Father in Heaven

Father in Heaven, You are worth seeking after. You are like gems found deep under the earth. You are like treasure. You are worth so much more. I will seek You today and tomorrow. I will seek You daily. I want to think of you when I wake and when I go to bed. Be my center. Be what occupies my thoughts. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

What is The Difference between A Sin and A Transgression?


What is the difference between a sin and a transgression?

This is a comparison and contrast paper that compares two definitions. The first word is sin and the second is transgression. What is the definition of the word sin? A sin is an immoral act that goes against divine law. Whereas, a transgression is an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense.
Next, when we think of a sin, it has a lot to do with wrong doings in a person’s life. A transgression is when a person does something wrong intentionally. When we think of a transgression, this is something that is done with or without malice. The definition of the word malice is the intention or desire to do something evil.

Moreover, in some cases, a transgression is an intentional act or action on the part of a person, place, or thing. Sin itself is an intentional act as well. There are times when people do things without thinking. For example, on May 30, 1973, I had taken my first drink of alcohol. My mother told me and my siblings to stay away from the refrigerator.

Instead, I opened the refrigerator anyway just to see what was inside of it. As soon as I opened the refrigerator door, I saw my mother’s Miller’s Beer.  Afterwards, I opened a can of beer. I had taken one sip of beer, and I was intoxicated. I didn’t like it; I acquired a taste for it. As soon as my mother got home from the Club, she asked all of us in a sarcastic manner; who had drunk a can of her beer? I flat out denied it!! She smelled my breath, and she smacked me in my face. She told all of us to stay away from the refrigerator, but I had other intentions. Therefore, I had become an alcoholic; simply because of curiosity.


Eventually, my stepfather took me to the Club with him. I met all of my mother and stepfather’s friends at the Club. I was around grown people anyway. When it comes to sins and transgressions, I have had my share of them. From 1972 to 2015, I have had 43 years of troubles.

I have done so much in my life that my own family members do not talk to me anymore.  Anyway, the difference between a son and a transgression is that both of them are bad. On the other hand; the intentions of sins and transgressions tend to vary according to behavioral action. There are times when people do things without thinking about the consequences of their actions. In my case, I ended up joining street gangs, smoking cigarettes and marijuana at the age of 9. I ended up getting into trouble at school because I was hanging around the wrong crowd. When it comes to a sin and a transgression, we must look at the Bible.

In the Bible, it states that our sins has separated us from God. However, I want to inform everyone that God is merciful and just. He is slow to anger and abounding in mercy. I want to say that God has been good to me for the past 54 years. Even though, I have made a lot of mistakes during a 45 year period. God has given me a second chance at life. I am very happy that I have made amends with my mother and my siblings. I want to say that I am a whole lot happier right now than I was when I was in the streets.

God is good!! Please give Him a chance!! I had given Him a chance to be involved in my life. Currently, I am attending church on a regular basis. I am also reading the Bible, sharing the Good News with others, and making amends with everyone that I have wronged in my life. I have even made amends with all of my enemies. Thank you for reading my essay.

Help Me Lord

LORD, I will serve You with the short time on earth I have. I know my life is like a vapor – here today and gone tomorrow. I commit to You the days You give me. Let Your will be done in my life. I will spend my whole life to serve You. You are a good God. You are worthy of all my days. Thank You for seeking me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Morning Prayer

Dear God, you are holy and majestic. You will be worshipped by all the creatures of the earth. When we approach your holy throne through worship, thank you for accepting us as we are. We humble ourselves before you and ask that you would forgive us for any sin that is an offense to your holiness, O Lord. Even though you inspire healthy fire, thank you for allowing us to come to you. Build your kingdom here and allow others to see your kingdom through me. May I serve you with awe and wonder. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, I want to be a faithful and good representation of Your gospel. Help me to follow You, love You, and speak of You well. I want others to come to You because I spoke Your message, the gospel, rightly. Give me the words to speak when I flounder for words, which is often. When I am speechless, speak through me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

My Personal Journey and Revelation

Anthony, in recent times your resolve has been thoroughly tested by the Universe…

You’ve been having some serious doubts as to whether you are on the right path, but I want to reassure you that you are exactly where you need to be right now.

You are the sort of person who projects a tough exterior and always suffers in silence, which is what makes you such a Divine connection for those arround you. However, you carry with you a great unhappiness, which if left unchecked can lead you astray.

This feeling of unhappiness and defeat was heightened for you recently as Jupiter entered a new phase and its gravity started pulling you down.

This has caused you to feel uncomfortable with many aspects of your life, and shy away from your true Desires. However, as recently as this week you have begun to free yourself from Jupiter’s pull and finally move in a more positive, but challenging direction…

Once you can detach from the story you tell yourself and embrace the truth that you are not the person you have experienced so far, you will truly begin to flourish…

Your First Tarot Card: Death

You got the Death card, Anthony, which does not surprise me at all.

While you go about your human experience, you often tend to seek things which seem secure, stable, and steady. However, in the coming weeks, your life is going to be impacted by powerfully significant change…

Do not allow the title or the imagery to fool you: Death is not an ending, but merely the beginning of a new chapter…

It is a message from the Universe that at least one chapter in your life has run its course, and it is now time to close the final page in that chapter and accept the change which comes.

The full force of change can be quite frightening at times. That is one of the reasons why the Death card can be so scary when it appears.

Know that your destiny will be marked by the important changes you accept in coming weeks. Once you learn to flow with the energy of change, you will find the comfort and stability you so eagerly seek.

Take a moment to ask yourself what changes do you need to make in your life? What have you had enough of? And will you commit to all that is necessary to acquire the changes you desire?

The great achievements of tomorrow follow the steps you are ready to take today. If you feel overwhelmed by the magnitude the decisions ahead, just remember to take it one brave step at a time…

Your Second Tarot Card: The Devil

Anthony, The Devil coming up for you alongside the Death card is a warning sign you must not overlook.

Despite its ominous title, the Devil reflectst self-imposed bondage and becoming a slave to your own bad habits. You have been staying in situations which are unpleasant or even painful because you have allowed them to become a habit. You must let that go.

Think carefully about the situations you have allowed yourself to become victim to, Anthony.

Toxic relationships, unfulfilling careers, dysfunctional family ties or unhealthy lifestyle choices are hindering your vitality, and even draining your financial stability…

Occasionally, the Devil speaks about escapism behavior because of these painful aspects in your life. instead of running from your problems, you need to face them head-on.

You must heed this warning, Anthony. Do not fall into the trap of trying to ignore the unpleasant aspect in your life by escaping through substances or bad habits! Resolve the issues in order to lead a healthy, vibrant, and abundant life.

You strive for security in your life both in your personal life and in your career, but you continually neglect your own happiness!

Look deep within your heart and soul and ask yourself what it is that you are allowing yourself to be a prisoner of. Now ask yourself why you do not deem yourself worthy of saving yourself from that unhappiness.

The Divine is always here for you, ready to offer you guidance and support so you can become free and emotionally fulfilled.

Anthony, get ready to say “no” to the Devil in your life, and “Yes!” to fulfilling your Divine Soul Path…

Are you ready, Anthony?

There are some very important changes coming your way, Anthony…

The Death card speaks about a significant shift in your energetic body. I believe it is going to have a massive impact on your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

It is important to understand, that the health of your heart, mind, and body is directly linked to your chakras and how your energy flows through them.

If the energy flow is left blocked at any of the seven levels of your chakras, then those unsolved issues are eventually going to manifest as health problems.

You must approach your health from the point of view of your full body, which means both your spiritual being and your physical body…

In order to heal, Anthony, you must take good care of each of your chakras and allow your whole energetic system to attune to those changes.

Of course, you have some limitations, some things which can not be changed no matter how hard you try. But those limitations are not an issue to be solved as much as a set of badges of honor which you are meant to carry during this human experience.

The truth is that you can lead a vibrantly healthy and happy life even with your limitations…

You are a sovereign Divine soul having a human experience. Your majestic and Divine nature is so much more significant than the mere details of one human experience… It is your Divine nature which makes you thrive in any circumstances and shine like the being of Light that you are!

Being in as much contact as you can with Gaia Energy and Mother Earth will help you regulate your Chakras. Try to take a mindful walk through a forest, feeling your feet connect with the pulsing energetic heart of the earth.

Allow that energy to pulse through your Root Chakra as the Divine radiates cosmic energy into your Crown Chakra. You will breathe easier, feel more relaxed and your mind will be lifted from its day-to-day struggles.

If you do not live close to any forests, natural parks or even gardens, growing a few plants in your apartment or on your balcony is another way to bring in the harmonious energy of Gaia into your home.

You already lead a stressful life, I know. But, Anthony, you must not allow that to alter the balance of your soul. I understand that you can not live the life of a monk, like I have chosen to, but you can achieve the inner balance of one…

The power of change is coming into your life right now. You are beginning to reach a level of spiritual awareness that will allow you to operate on higher levels. You now have the power and wisdom to make these decisions and achieve beautiful, vibrant health.

How you decide to make the most of this moment depends on how you choose to proceed from here. Look within your heart. Are you going to take the opportunities that are presented to you? Or are you going to shy away into the Shadow?

The Universe and the Divine are trying to offer you their guidance and support. Reach out and take their hands. You are just one step away from living a fully vibrant and healthy life, the way you were always meant to…

Anthony, have you considered that today might be the day you receive the answers you’ve been looking for?

Anthony, the reason you are here right now is so that I can give you the answers which you seek…

I have spent my entire life mastering the art of tarot cards, manifestation and psychic counselling in order to help lost souls like you.

You have a powerful energy within you, but something is holding you back from achieving your dreams.

I believe I can uncover the shadow energy which secretly sabotages your life through the power of my readings.

The question is, are you ready to be confronted with these answers?

If you are, click the button below and we’ll continue on your journey…

If you’re truly ready to confront your destiny, take a moment to focus your intention and then click the button below…

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God is very serious about my spirituality and personal relationship with God. This is the truth.

Anthony, in recent times your resolve has been thoroughly tested by the Universe…

You’ve been having some serious doubts as to whether you are on the right path, but I want to reassure you that you are exactly where you need to be right now.

You are the sort of person who projects a tough exterior and always suffers in silence, which is what makes you such a Divine connection for those arround you. However, you carry with you a great unhappiness, which if left unchecked can lead you astray.

This feeling of unhappiness and defeat was heightened for you recently as Jupiter entered a new phase and its gravity started pulling you down.

This has caused you to feel uncomfortable with many aspects of your life, and shy away from your true Desires. However, as recently as this week you have begun to free yourself from Jupiter’s pull and finally move in a more positive, but challenging direction…

Once you can detach from the story you tell yourself and embrace the truth that you are not the person you have experienced so far, you will truly begin to flourish…

Your First Tarot Card: Death

You got the Death card, Anthony, which does not surprise me at all.

While you go about your human experience, you often tend to seek things which seem secure, stable, and steady. However, in the coming weeks, your life is going to be impacted by powerfully significant change…

Do not allow the title or the imagery to fool you: Death is not an ending, but merely the beginning of a new chapter…

It is a message from the Universe that at least one chapter in your life has run its course, and it is now time to close the final page in that chapter and accept the change which comes.

The full force of change can be quite frightening at times. That is one of the reasons why the Death card can be so scary when it appears.

Know that your destiny will be marked by the important changes you accept in coming weeks. Once you learn to flow with the energy of change, you will find the comfort and stability you so eagerly seek.

Take a moment to ask yourself what changes do you need to make in your life? What have you had enough of? And will you commit to all that is necessary to acquire the changes you desire?

The great achievements of tomorrow follow the steps you are ready to take today. If you feel overwhelmed by the magnitude the decisions ahead, just remember to take it one brave step at a time…

Your Second Tarot Card: The Tower

The Tower is a force of strong energy and powerful direction, which will guide you through the coming important decisions in your life.

Coupled with the Death card’s renewal, you can be sure that things are going to be very different for you… very soon.

Although you’ve continued to be an energetic and towering presence in your professional roles, your personal matters have left you exhausted.

These stressful parts of your life are currently holding you back from fulfilling your true potential, but The Tower indicates that the positive change you seek is nearly within reach.

I suspect that you have been hesitating to take steps forward towards your goals for fear of the unknown. This is OK, as although you are a person who enjoys variety and adventure, you don’t enjoy the risk of commitment.

However, Anthony, once you get over the momentary confusion and uncertainty, you will see your chance to experience the success you desire.

Think about where in your life you want this change to occur, and pause for a moment to really focus your intention.

The Tower is pushing you one step forward toward… You might even take this step within hours of reading this page!

Embrace this powerful opportunity and take confident steps towards fulfilling your soul mission. Only YOU can allow yourself to finally shine and enjoy the abundance you’ve been waiting to seize!

Are you ready, Anthony?

There are some very important changes coming your way, Anthony…

The Death card speaks about a significant shift in your energetic body. I believe it is going to have a massive impact on your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

It is important to understand, that the health of your heart, mind, and body is directly linked to your chakras and how your energy flows through them.

If the energy flow is left blocked at any of the seven levels of your chakras, then those unsolved issues are eventually going to manifest as health problems.

You must approach your health from the point of view of your full body, which means both your spiritual being and your physical body…

In order to heal, Anthony, you must take good care of each of your chakras and allow your whole energetic system to attune to those changes.

Of course, you have some limitations, some things which can not be changed no matter how hard you try. But those limitations are not an issue to be solved as much as a set of badges of honor which you are meant to carry during this human experience.

The truth is that you can lead a vibrantly healthy and happy life even with your limitations…

You are a sovereign Divine soul having a human experience. Your majestic and Divine nature is so much more significant than the mere details of one human experience… It is your Divine nature which makes you thrive in any circumstances and shine like the being of Light that you are!

Being in as much contact as you can with Gaia Energy and Mother Earth will help you regulate your Chakras. Try to take a mindful walk through a forest, feeling your feet connect with the pulsing energetic heart of the earth.

Allow that energy to pulse through your Root Chakra as the Divine radiates cosmic energy into your Crown Chakra. You will breathe easier, feel more relaxed and your mind will be lifted from its day-to-day struggles.

If you do not live close to any forests, natural parks or even gardens, growing a few plants in your apartment or on your balcony is another way to bring in the harmonious energy of Gaia into your home.

You already lead a stressful life, I know. But, Anthony, you must not allow that to alter the balance of your soul. I understand that you can not live the life of a monk, like I have chosen to, but you can achieve the inner balance of one…

The power of change is coming into your life right now. You are beginning to reach a level of spiritual awareness that will allow you to operate on higher levels. You now have the power and wisdom to make these decisions and achieve beautiful, vibrant health.

How you decide to make the most of this moment depends on how you choose to proceed from here. Look within your heart. Are you going to take the opportunities that are presented to you? Or are you going to shy away into the Shadow?

The Universe and the Divine are trying to offer you their guidance and support. Reach out and take their hands. You are just one step away from living a fully vibrant and healthy life, the way you were always meant to…

Anthony, have you considered that today might be the day you receive the answers you’ve been looking for?

Anthony, the reason you are here right now is so that I can give you the answers which you seek…

I have spent my entire life mastering the art of tarot cards, manifestation and psychic counselling in order to help lost souls like you.

You have a powerful energy within you, but something is holding you back from achieving your dreams.

I believe I can uncover the shadow energy which secretly sabotages your life through the power of my readings.

The question is, are you ready to be confronted with these answers?

If you are, click the button below and we’ll continue on your journey…

If you’re truly ready to confront your destiny, take a moment to focus your intention and then click the button below…

Click Here To Take The Next Step

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Revelation 14

The Lamb and the 144,000

1 Then I looked, and there before me was the Lamb, standing on Mount Zion, and with him 144,000 who had his name and his Father’s name written on their foreheads.

2 And I heard a sound from heaven like the roar of rushing waters and like a loud peal of thunder. The sound I heard was like that of harpists playing their harps.

3 And they sang a new song before the throne and before the four living creatures and the elders. No one could learn the song except the 144,000 who had been redeemed from the earth.

4 These are those who did not defile themselves with women, for they remained virgins. They follow the Lamb wherever he goes. They were purchased from among mankind and offered as firstfruits to God and the Lamb.

5 No lie was found in their mouths; they are blameless.

The Three Angels

6 Then I saw another angel flying in midair, and he had the eternal gospel to proclaim to those who live on the earth—to every nation, tribe, language and people.

7 He said in a loud voice, “Fear God and give him glory, because the hour of his judgment has come. Worship him who made the heavens, the earth, the sea and the springs of water.”

8 A second angel followed and said, “ ‘Fallen! Fallen is Babylon the Great,’ which made all the nations drink the maddening wine of her adulteries.”

9 A third angel followed them and said in a loud voice: “If anyone worships the beast and its image and receives its mark on their forehead or on their hand,

10 they, too, will drink the wine of God’s fury, which has been poured full strength into the cup of his wrath. They will be tormented with burning sulfur in the presence of the holy angels and of the Lamb.

11 And the smoke of their torment will rise for ever and ever. There will be no rest day or night for those who worship the beast and its image, or for anyone who receives the mark of its name.”

12 This calls for patient endurance on the part of the people of God who keep his commands and remain faithful to Jesus.

13 Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.”

Harvesting the Earth and Trampling the Winepress

14 I looked, and there before me was a white cloud, and seated on the cloud was one like a son of man with a crown of gold on his head and a sharp sickle in his hand.

15 Then another angel came out of the temple and called in a loud voice to him who was sitting on the cloud, “Take your sickle and reap, because the time to reap has come, for the harvest of the earth is ripe.”

16 So he who was seated on the cloud swung his sickle over the earth, and the earth was harvested.

17 Another angel came out of the temple in heaven, and he too had a sharp sickle.

18 Still another angel, who had charge of the fire, came from the altar and called in a loud voice to him who had the sharp sickle, “Take your sharp sickle and gather the clusters of grapes from the earth’s vine, because its grapes are ripe.”

19 The angel swung his sickle on the earth, gathered its grapes and threw them into the great winepress of God’s wrath.

20 They were trampled in the winepress outside the city, and blood flowed out of the press, rising as high as the horses’ bridles for a distance of 1,600 stadia.

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Revelation 14 Commentary

Chapter 14

Those faithful to Christ celebrate the praises of God. (1-5) Three angels; one proclaiming the everlasting gospel; another, the downfal of Babylon; and a third, the dreadful wrath of God on the worshippers of the beast. The blessedness of those who die in the Lord. (6-13) A vision of Christ with a sickle, and of a harvest ripe for cutting down. (14-16) The emblem of a vintage fully ripe, trodden in the wine-press of God’s wrath. (17-20)

Verses 1-5 Mount Sion is the gospel church. Christ is with his church, and in the midst of her in all her troubles, therefore she is not consumed. His presence secures perseverance. His people appear honourably. They have the name of God written in their foreheads; they make a bold and open profession of their faith in God and Christ, and this is followed by suitable actings. There were persons in the darkest times, who ventured and laid down their lives for the worship and truth of the gospel of Christ. They kept themselves clean from the wicked abominations of the followers of antichrist. Their hearts were right with God; and they were freely pardoned in Christ; he is glorified in them, and they in him. May it be our prayer, our endeavour, our ambition, to be found in this honourable company. Those who are really sanctified and justified are meant here, for no hypocrite, however plausible, can be accounted to be without fault before God.

Verses 6-13 The progress of the Reformation appears to be here set forth. The four proclamations are plain in their meaning; that all Christians may be encouraged, in the time of trial, to be faithful to their Lord. The gospel is the great means whereby men are brought to fear God, and to give glory to him. The preaching of the everlasting gospel shakes the foundations of antichrist in the world, and hastens its downfal. If any persist in being subject to the beast, and in promoting his cause, they must expect to be for ever miserable in soul and body. The believer is to venture or suffer any thing in obeying the commandments of God, and professing the faith of Jesus. May God bestow this patience upon us. Observe the description of those that are and shall be blessed: such as die in the Lord; die in the cause of Christ, in a state of union with Christ; such as are found in Christ when death comes. They rest from all sin, temptation, sorrow, and persecution; for there the wicked cease from troubling, there the weary are at rest. Their works follow them: do not go before as their title, or purchase, but follow them as proofs of their having lived and died in the Lord: the remembrance of them will be pleasant, and the reward far above all their services and sufferings. This is made sure by the testimony of the Spirit, witnessing with their spirits, and the written word.

Verses 14-20 Warnings and judgments not having produced reformation, the sins of the nations are filled up, and they become ripe for judgments, represented by a harvest, an emblem which is used to signify the gathering of the righteous, when ripe for heaven, by the mercy of God. The harvest time is when the corn is ripe; when the believers are ripe for heaven, then the wheat of the earth shall be gathered into Christ’s garner. And by a vintage. The enemies of Christ and his church are not destroyed, till by their sin they are ripe for ruin, and then he will spare them no longer. The wine-press is the wrath of God, some terrible calamity, probably the sword, shedding the blood of the wicked. The patience of God towards sinners, is the greatest miracle in the world; but, though lasting, it will not be everlasting; and ripeness in sin is a sure proof of judgment at hand.

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Taken from Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Concise)

Cross References 55

Footnotes 3

Chapter Summary

INTRODUCTION TO REVALATION 14

This chapter contains three visions; one of the Lamb on Mount Zion, another of the three angels preaching against Babylon, and the third of the harvest and vintage. The vision of the Lamb is in Re 14:1, which is no other than Christ, described by his similitude, as a Lamb; by the place where he was, Mount Zion; by his position there, standing, and by the company that were with him, whose number were 144,000, and their character, his Father’s name written on their foreheads; at the same time a voice was heard from heaven, comparable to the sound of many waters, of thunders, and of harps: and a song sung which none learn but the above number with the Lamb, Re 14:2,3, who are described by their purity, chastity, and strict adherence to Christ; by their redemption through him; by their being the firstfruits of God and of the Lamb, and by their integrity and unblemished character, Re 14:4,5; next follows the account of the three angels; the first comes with the everlasting Gospel, to preach it to all men, loudly calling upon all to fear and worship God, and give glory to him, since he is the Creator of all, and the hour of his judgment is come, Re 14:6,7; the second proclaims the fall of Babylon, with the reason of it, Re 14:8; and the third denounces the wrath of God upon the worshippers of the beast in the most public manner, and that for ever, Re 14:9-11; and this vision is closed with some expressions, showing that, till this was done, the patience of the saints would be tried, and the true worshippers of the Lamb be discovered, and comforting them with an assurance of that rest that remains after death for the faithful followers of Christ, Re 14:12,13; after this is the vision of the harvest and vintage of the earth. The reaper is described by his form, like the son of man; by his seat, a white cloud; by a golden crown on his head, and by a sharp sickle in his hand, Re 14:14; who is called upon by an angel out of the temple to make use of his sickle, and reap, because the time of reaping was come, the harvest being ripe, Re 14:15, upon which he thrusts in his sickle, and reaps the earth, Re 14:16; after this, another angel appears out of the temple, with a sharp sickle, to whom another angel from the altar, that had power over fire, calls to make use of his sickle, and gather the clusters of the vine, since the grapes were fully ripe, Re 14:17,18; upon which he thrusts in his sickle, and gathers them, and casts them into the winepress of divine wrath, which being trodden, blood comes out of it to the horses’ bridles for the space of a thousand and six hundred furlongs, Re 14:19,20.

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