1. The Seven Last Plagues Messages from Patmos for Today! Revelation Seminars 22

2. 1.Show that the seven last plagues come between the close of the door of mercy or probation, and the second coming of Jesus Christ. 2.Explain the judgments of each of the seven plagues. 3.Discuss the salvation & deliverance of God’s faithful people. objectives Revelation Seminars 22 The Seven Last Plagues

3. Q1 What do the seven plagues represent? Revelation 15:1; 16:1 A God’s ‘wrath’ or judgements Q2 Who will experience the judgements of these plagues? Revelation 18:1-5 A Those associated with Babylon Q3 What are the faithful and victorious people of God depicted as doing while preparation is made for the pouring out of the plagues? Revelation 15:2-4 A Worshipping & praising God! Revelation Seminars 22 1. The SETTING: Where are God’s Messengers?

4. Q4 From where do the seven angels with the plagues come? Revelation 15:5-7 A The temple – ‘the tabernacle of the testimony’ Q5 What is no longer possible during the time of the seven plagues? Revelation 15:8 A No one will be able to enter the temple! Q6 After the close of Christ's ministry as our High Priest, what are the seven angels told to do? Revelation 16:1 A To pour out the plagues onto the earth Revelation Seminars 22 1. The SETTING: Where are God’s Messengers?

5. 1. First Plague Q7 Where is the first plague poured and what is the result? Revelation 16:2 A Where: on the land The judgement: ugly sores on those with the mark of the beast or who worship the image! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

6. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague Q8 Where does the second angel pour the contents of his bowl and what is the result? Revelation 16:3 A Where: on the sea The judgement: it turned into blood like that of a dead person! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

7. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague Q9 Where is the third plague poured and what is its effect? Revelation 16:4 A Where: onto the rivers and springs of water The judgement: became blood! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

8. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague Q10 What reason does the angel give for declaring that these judgements are just? Rev 16:5,6 A Those who suffer – have shed blood! Q11 John hears a response of affirmation to the angel's declaration of God's justice. From where does that response come? Rev 16:7 A The ‘altar’ responds! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

9. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague 4. Fourth Plague Q12 Where is the fourth plague poured? What is the result? Revelation 16:8,9 A Where: on the sun The judgement: power to scorch the earth! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

10. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague 4. Fourth Plague 5. Fifth Plague Q13 Where is the fifth plague poured and what is the result? Revelation 16:10,11 A Where: on the throne of the beast! The judgement: the kingdom of the beast will be thrown into darkness! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

11. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague 4. Fourth Plague 5. Fifth Plague 6. Sixth Plague Q14 Upon what is the sixth plague poured and what is the result? Revelation 16:12 A Where: on the river Euphrates The judgement: its water dried up! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

12. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague 4. Fourth Plague 5. Fifth Plague 6. Sixth Plague Q15 What do the evil spirits of the dragon, beast and false prophet set out to do? Rev 16:13,14 A Gather the kings of the earth to battle! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

13. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague 4. Fourth Plague 5. Fifth Plague 6. Sixth Plague Q16 Satan uses the revived Dark Ages church (the beast) & apostate Reformation churches (the false prophet) in a final display of deception & destruction. What comfort/counsel does Jesus have for His people? Rev 16:15 A Jesus is coming – stay awake! Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

14. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague 4. Fourth Plague 5. Fifth Plague 6. Sixth Plague Q17 What is the last battle before the second coming of Jesus called? Revelation 16:16 A Armageddon Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

15. 1. First Plague 2. Second Plague 3. Third Plague 4. Fourth Plague 5. Fifth Plague 6. Sixth Plague 7. Seventh Plague Q18 Where is this plague poured out? What declaration is made from heaven as this last plague falls? Revelation 16:17 A Where: into the air The declaration: “It is done!” Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

16. 7. Seventh Plague – depicts the return of Jesus Q19 What follows this solemn declaration from heaven? Revelation 16:18-21 A 1. Lightning, thunder & a severe earthquake 2. Babylon & the cities collapsed 3. Islands & mountains could not be found 4. Destruction with hail Revelation Seminars 22 2. The SEVEN PLAGUES

17. Q20 Who will be delivered from the plagues and be ready for Jesus to come? Revelation 18:1-5 A Those who come out of Babylon Revelation Seminars 22 3. The Deliverance of the Saints

18. Q discussion 1.What do the plagues reveal about God? 2.How can we avoid receiving the plagues? 3.Is there a second chance to follow God once the plagues fall? 4.What are some of the specific issues that you need to address to come out of Babylon? Q yes/no/not sure 5.Will you choose now to separate from Babylon? Revelation Seminars 22 quiz

19. My Response... Q What do you think will be the response of family and friends as you choose to follow the message of the three angels and separate from Babylon? How could you introduce the messages of the three angels so that friends will join you? A Revelation Seminars 22 NewChurchLife Resource – peter@newchurchlife.com

20. The Seven Last Plagues Messages from Patmos for Today! Revelation Seminars 22