1. The two witnesses (1-14)

This chapter opens with the temple on earth and closes with the temple in heaven. The temple which John measures represents the church. The two witnesses are God's servants. Perhaps they represent Moses and Elijah (6)--the Law and the Prophets (the Bible). Three and a half years equals forty-two months, which equals 1,260 days. During this limited time unbelievers will trample on what is holy. The two witnesses will preach God's word and make people very angry. After they finish their task, they will be attacked by Satan and killed. But God will raise them and bring them up to heaven. Then will come a time of destruction. Many terrified people will glorify God.

2. The seventh angel (15-19)

The trumpet of the seventh angel announces the time of final judgment and God's triumph. The kingdoms of the world become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ. The ark of the covenant in the heavenly temple shows God's faithfulness to keep his promises.

Application: Lord, help me be a faithful witness until the kingdoms of this world become the kingdom of God.
One Word: Be a faithful witness