Scripture:
Revelation 14:11-12 11 “And the smoke of their torment rises for ever and ever. There is no rest day or night for those who worship the beast and his image, or for anyone who receives the mark of his name.” 12This calls for patient endurance on the part of the saints who obey God’s commandments and remain faithful to Jesus.”

Observation:
There is so much about this book that we simply can’t understand but a few principles ring really clear…
People who worship the wrong leader will suffer torment and a lack of rest. These people bear his mark or brand. The thief comes to steal kill and destroy. Their lives have a destructive tone to them.

Application:
I must keep God as the focus of my worship, I must joyfully obey his commandments and always remain faithful to my Saviour Jesus. Then I must lead my people to do the same.

Prayer:
Lord help me to shepherd the people under my care so that they are spared being left behind in a mess.