In this vision, I beheld the Lamb of God, He who is worthy to open the seals, and lo, He broke open the sixth seal. Immediately, there was a great earthquake, the likes of which have never been seen. The sun became black as sackcloth made of hair, and the whole moon turned as red as blood (Revelation 6:12). The stars of the sky fell unto the earth, even as a fig tree casts her untimely figs when shaken by a mighty wind (Revelation 6:13).
The sky was split apart like a scroll that is rolled up, and every mountain and island were moved out of their places (Revelation 6:14). In this moment of great upheaval, the kings of the earth, the nobles, the commanders, the wealthy, the strong, and every slave and free man hid themselves in the caves and among the rocks of the mountains. They cried out to the mountains and rocks, saying, “Fall on us and hide us from the face of Him who sits on the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb! For the great day of their wrath has come, and who can withstand it?” (Revelation 6:15-17).
Brethren, this vision speaks to the inevitable day of the Lord’s judgment, a day of terror for those who have not found refuge in Christ. The natural order will be shaken, the heavens will tremble, and the earth will be moved. As it is written, “Yet once more I will shake not only the earth but also the heavens” (Hebrews 12:26).
In light of this, I urge you, beloved, to live with a sense of urgency and godly fear. Now is the acceptable time; now is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2). Let us not be like those who are unprepared, but let us be watchful and sober, knowing that the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night (1 Thessalonians 5:2).
Remember the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, who said, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled” (Matthew 5:6). Let us, therefore, pursue righteousness and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord (Hebrews 12:14).
May this vision be a solemn reminder of the holiness and justice of our God. Let it stir us to greater zeal in our proclamation of the gospel, that many might be saved from the coming wrath. For the Lord is not slow concerning His promise, as some count slowness, but is long suffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9).
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil (Ephesians 6:10-11). And may the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
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