The Beast and His Deceptions: Revelation 13:1-18 | The Mark of the Beast: What Really Matters

In a world filled with counterfeits, how can we discern what is true? Revelation 13 gives us a sobering vision of a beast that demands worship, representing the idolatrous power of worldly empires. But behind it all is Satan, the deceiver, working through false authority to lead people astray. The early church faced the temptation to bow to Rome, just as we face pressures today to conform to the world’s standards. This sermon challenges us to stand firm in Christ, refusing to worship the counterfeit king and instead remaining faithful to the true King, Jesus Christ.

🔹 Sermon Points:
1️⃣ The Beastly Power of Idolatrous Empire – How earthly powers seek worship and demand allegiance.
2️⃣ False Prophets and Deceptive Allegiance – How false religion legitimizes worldly authority and deceives people.
3️⃣ The Mark of the Beast vs. The Seal of God – Understanding what it truly means to be marked by Christ.

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