Revelation is a book of comfort, not discomfort, but “forewarned is forearmed.” Christ has broken the power of the Devil. Satan cannot triumph, but he is carrying out a war of terror. Revelation 12 paints this picture with vivid colors and bold brush strokes. Using a palate from Exodus, Daniel, and Zechariah, the Holy Spirit creates a stunning spiritual view of the persecuted church. Satan tries to destroy both Christ and His Church. But fails at every turn.

God’s word tells us that our journey is marked with “here be dragons!” But that is not the last word. The Bible tells us that, “the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil” (1 John 3:8) and that God “disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in [Christ].” (Colossians 2:15) Join us this week as we examine Revelation 12:1-18 and consider a call to vigilant, yet victorious life in Christ.