Revelation 7:2
And I saw another angel ascending from the east, having the seal of the
living God; and He cried with a loud voice to the four angels, to whom it was
given to hurt the earth and the sea.
Our scripture text setting is John on the isle of Patmos
where he was shown what would happen during the tribulation. All believers
during this time was given the seal of God. This was His identifying mark so
during these turbulent times they would be spared God's wrath.
A seal is an identifying mark used to show ownership. Cattle farmers use
identifying brands to mark their cattle which lets other farmers know who the
cattle belongs. This is true with God. Believers' seal is invisible to us with
the naked eye but is visible to Satan, the angels and God Himself.
Having the seal of God during the tribulation will become a life saving
mark as all believers will have their faith thoroughly tested, but all who
remain faithful to God will be greatly rewarded. Remaining faithful unto God applies
to believers of all generations as it does today. This is because Satan is busy
trying to destroy our faith in the Lord with his attacks on the truth of God's
Word, His moral values and commandments.
What must believers do? Believers must stand firm on the truth of God's
Word while remaining faithful to Him and His ways. Believers have a helper to
aid in our efforts.
Believers, we belong to God. His seal proves that we do.
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