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What "reborn" Roman Empire, JViello? The Scriptures no where speak of any such thing. This idea is a creation of futurists who do so because they MUST have a revised Roman Empire in order for their system to work!
If one places the Revelation in its proper historical setting (ca. A. D. 70), there is no need for a revised Roman Empire. The Roman nation spoken of in the Revelation is that very empire of the first century and none other.
So, accordingly, the Roman Empire, is still in existence - in our day? Please explain a little more.
Consequently, since the setting is that first-century world, nothing in the Revelation has anything to do with the RCC and the USA! Nothing!
Well, I agree that the RCC has nothing - or at least not much - to do with Revelation 13 beast of the "earth". But the second one, possibly with the interpretation of "IMAGE" of the beast, it could mean the USA.
How many times must it be stated--John was shown those things which were in his day to shortly take because the time was then near (Rev. 1:1, 3; 22:6, 10)?
Again, I stress that "shortly" in Biblical prophesy can be quite lengthy. In fact, many prophetic interpretations take over a good 500 years to fulfil. The prophecy of the bith of the "Prince of Peace", (Is 9:6) i.e. took over 300 years to be fulfilled.
All of the fanciful speculations popular today stem from the unwillingness on the part of the modern church to place the Revelation is its prescribed setting.
Then, what "setting" are we in TODAY?
What do the first and last chapters say about the timing of all the events found in the book? Furthermore, Jesus clearly said, "Behold, I am coming soon."
With this, I assume you are saying Jesus has already arrived - for the SECOND time. We are speaking of the second time and not the first.
Why do Christians focus on the end times so much? Why can't they just be happy? What is it about Chrisianity that maks Christians so unhappy about their lives now?
Why do Christians focus on the end times so much? Why can't they just be happy? What is it about Chrisianity that maks Christians so unhappy about their lives now?
I know what you mean. But, It is possible to be happy and focus on the end times both. Trust me. I've had prophecy drilled down on me all my life and for awhile, I was tired of it and sometimes depressed. But, if we focus on where it leads us.... to Jesus, we will be ok.
Revelation is very important to understand. And believe it or not, its not as hard to understand, as many on here are making it to be. I know many will not want to accept my view here. But, I believe it to be the 'one' truth, and its the only one that makes sense and truly 'has the spirit of prophecy'. When fully understood, you will see that its like a puzzle that has come together. Watch the videos below, and you will be on a start. You may still reject this or just can't see it happening. I've believed this way for over 30 years now. Thats right, and this belief has been around for over 150 years, and I still can not fathem why people are not seeing it. Its clear as can be. Its based on scripture only and goes along with the whole entire Bible perfectly.
Many don't want to even consider the OT has anything for us in the end times. But don't forget, out of the 404 verses in the NT, 270 of them refer to, or are direct quotes, from the OT. The Old and New Testament fit like hand and glove and compliment each other. Don't confuse this with Covenants or Moses Law, etc.
Revelation and Daniel are both speaking of the beast in the end, which makes war with the saints.
We know the saints are keeping the commandments of God. Rev 14:22, Rev 12:17
We know the saints have the Testimoney of Jesus. Rev 12:17
And we know the Testimony of Jesus is the 'Spirit of Prophecy"....For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy." Rev 19:10
these videos are not created from me, but are identical to my beliefs.
the creator of these vids may or may not have other vids that could help with further understanding. test them with scripture.
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BTW,BEWARE, I am a SDA-Seventh-Day-Adventist. Some will tell you we are legalists, or a cult, or evil. AND ofcourse this is not true whatsoever.
AND.. We believe many people, from ALL denominations, will be in Heaven.
Why do Christians focus on the end times so much? Why can't they just be happy? What is it about Chrisianity that maks Christians so unhappy about their lives now?
We are happy And thinking about the return of Jesus makes us ever more happy
We are happy And thinking about the return of Jesus makes us ever more happy
OK, so the focus on end times is not out of a compulsion to be miserable, but out of a an excitement for the future? (remember, I don't believe in Christ.)
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I am a SDA-Seventh-Day-Adventist. Some will tell you we are legalists, or a cult, or evil. AND ofcourse this is not true whatsoever. 
And thinking about the return of Jesus makes us ever more happy
