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The Three Angels and Babylon’s Fall
5And no lie was found in their mouths; they are blameless.6Then I saw another angel flying overhead, with the eternal gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on the earth—to every nation and tribe and tongue and people.7And he said in a loud voice, “Fear God and give Him glory, because the hour of His judgment has come. Worship the One who made the heavens and the earth and the sea and the springs of waters.”
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- John Gill
- Matthew Henry
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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting Gospel - Whether this angel mean any more than a particular dispensation of providence and grace, by which the Gospel shall be rapidly sent throughout the whole world; or whether it mean any especial messenger, order of preachers, people, or society of Christians, whose professed object it is to send the Gospel of the kingdom throughout the earth, we know not. But the vision seems truly descriptive of a late institution, entitled The British and Foreign Bible Society, whose object it is to print and circulate the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, through all the habitable world, and in all the languages spoken on the face of the earth. Already they have been the instruments, by actually printing (or by affording the means to different nations to print for themselves) the Bible in a vast number of languages and dialects, so that it has been sent in hundreds of thousands of copies, in whole or in part, to almost every part of the globe: viz., in their native language to the Welsh; in Erse to the Irish; in Gaelic to the Highlands of Scotland; in Manks to the Isle of Man; in French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, to those countries and Switzerland; in Low Dutch to Holland, etc.; in High Dutch to Germany, Prussia, etc. Through them a similar society has been established at St. Petersburgh, by which the Bible has been sent in Slavonic to the Russians; and in different dialects to the people of that vast empire; besides the Turkish, Tartaric, and Calmuck. They have also sent the Holy Scriptures in ancient and modern Greek to Asia Minor and the different isles of the Mediterranean Sea; in Arabic and Ethiopic to Egypt and Abyssinia; in Syriac to the Holy Land, and to the Christians at Travancore. They have also greatly and effectually assisted a very worthy society in the East Indies, whose indefatigable and incomparable missionaries, the Rev. Messrs. Carey, Marshman, and Ward, have translated the Scriptures into the principal languages of India; and they have furnished the means of printing a complete translation of the New Testament in the Chinese language at Canton, by the Rev. Mr. Morrison. In short, almost every nation in the universe has, through this society, directly or indirectly received, or is receiving, the words of eternal life; so that it appears to answer the description of the Apocalyptic "angel, flying in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting Gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people."
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Here begins the portion relating to the Gentile world, as the former portion related to Israel. Before the end the Gospel is to be preached for a WITNESS unto all nations: not that all nations shall be converted, but all nations shall have had the opportunity given them of deciding whether they will be for, or against, Christ. Those thus preached to are "they that dwell (so A, Coptic, and Syriac read. But B, C, ORIGEN, Vulgate, CYPRIAN, 312, read, 'SIT,' compare Mat 4:16; Luk 1:79, having their settled home) on the earth," being of earth earthy: this last season of grace is given them, if yet they may repent, before "judgment" (Rev 14:7) descends: if not, they will be left without excuse, as the world which resisted the preaching of Noah in the the hundred twenty years "while the long-suffering of God waited." "So also the prophets gave the people a last opportunity of repentance before the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem, and our Lord and His apostles before the Roman destruction of the holy city" [AUBERLEN]. The Greek for "unto" (epi, in A and C) means literally, "upon," or "over," or "in respect to" (Mar 9:12; Heb 7:13). So also "TO every nation" (Greek, "epi," in A, B, C, Vulgate, Syriac, ORIGEN, ANDREAS, CYPRIAN, and PRIMASIUS). This, perhaps, implies that the Gospel, though diffused over the globe, shall not come savingly unto any save the elect. The world is not to be evangelized till Christ shall come: meanwhile, God's purpose is "to take out of the Gentiles a people for His name," to be witnesses of the effectual working of His Spirit during the counter-working of "the mystery of iniquity." everlasting gospel--the Gospel which announces the glad tidings of the everlasting kingdom of Christ, about to ensue immediately after the "judgment" on Antichrist, announced as imminent in Rev 14:7. As the former angel "flying through the midst of heaven" (Rev 8:13) announced "woe," so this angel "flying in the midst of heaven" announced joy. The three angels making this last proclamation of the Gospel, the fall of Babylon (Rev 14:8), the harlot, and the judgment on the beast worshippers (Rev 14:9-11), the voice from heaven respecting the blessed dead (Rev 14:13), the vision of the Son of man on the cloud (Rev 14:11), the harvest (Rev 14:15), and the vintage (Rev 14:18), form the compendious summary, amplified in detail in the rest of the book.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And I saw another angel,.... This is to be understood not of one of the ministering spirits so called; for though wings are sometimes ascribed to angels, and Gabriel is said to fly swiftly; and though they desire to look into the mysteries of the everlasting Gospel, yet the preaching of that is not committed to any of them; but a minister of the Gospel is intended, who is the angel of the church, for in this book pastors of churches are so called, Rev 1:20; and not a single minister of the Gospel is meant, but a set of Gospel ministers; and some think that those are designed who appeared in the eighth and ninth centuries, both in the eastern and western empire, against the worshipping of images; since this angel calls upon the inhabitants of the earth to fear God, give glory to him, and worship him, and not images; but there was little of the everlasting Gospel preached in those times. Others are of opinion that those who preceded, and led on to the Reformation, are pointed at by this angel, such as Wickliff in England, Franciscus Petrarcha in Italy, John Huss and Jerom of Prague in Bohemia, with others; but these also had not the everlasting Gospel in its clearness and purity, nor did they preach it to all the inhabitants of the earth; rather I think a set of Gospel preachers are intended, who will appear at the beginning of the spiritual reign of Christ, and will be a means of ushering it in; and these are the watchmen of Zion, who will give the Lord no rest till he has made Jerusalem the praise of the whole earth; and who will then see eye to eye in Gospel mysteries, and will publish good tidings of peace and salvation, and proclaim Zion's King reigning, Isa 62:6; this angel is called "another", being distinct from the voice heard Rev 14:2, though he is the first with respect to the following angels, as appears from Rev 14:9; the place where John saw this angel, and the position he was in, follow: fly in the midst of heaven: the church, the great congregation, the several congregations of the saints; in the midst of which these ministers will preach righteousness, salvation, loving kindness, and truth, as Christ has done before them; and from hence the word of the Lord will go forth to all parts of the world: they will preach the Gospel openly and publicly, with great freedom, boldness, and intrepidity, in the view of all men, not fearing the faces of any; and the Gospel ministered by them will have a swift, sudden, and universal spread; they themselves will run to and fro, and the Gospel will run and be glorified, and the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Lord, and multitudes will flock to Christ, who in that day will be alone exalted; for these ministers will come forth publicly: having the everlasting Gospel; the Gospel in its fulness and purity; the Gospel of the grace of God, of free justification by the righteousness of Christ, of peace and pardon by his blood, and of complete salvation by him; called everlasting, because the substance of it was settled from all eternity, in the council and covenant of peace; it was ordained before the world was, and was hid in God from the beginning; and the revelation of it was of old; it was made to our first parents immediately after the fall, and was spoken of by all God's holy prophets which have been since the world began; it was preached before unto Abraham, and in the times of Isaiah, and by other prophets, and so is no new upstart doctrine: besides, the matter of it is everlasting; it treats of everlasting things; of the eternal election of persons to salvation; of God's everlasting love to them; of an everlasting covenant he made with Christ on their account; of blessings, promises, and grace given to them in him, before the world began; and of his being set up so early as a Mediator, and of his going forth in a way of grace from everlasting; as well as it reveals an everlasting righteousness, and brings life and immortality, or eternal life to light, or shows the way to everlasting life and happiness; to which may be added, that it will abide for ever, it will always remain, and that inexpugnable, maugre all the opposition of hell and earth; it will continue till all the elect of God are gathered in, notwithstanding the violence of persecutors, or the craft of seducers; nor will it be antiquated and made void by another Gospel succeeding it, for there will be no other: now this the ministers of those times will "have"; not in their heads only, by knowledge, but in their hearts, by experience, and will have it in their mouths, and speak it out freely and openly, and will have a commission from Christ to preach it, and gifts qualifying them for it: to preach to them that dwell on the earth; that are in the apostate church, carnal, unregenerate, and earthly persons. The Complutensian edition reads, "that sit on the earth"; as persons abject, mean, and distressed, to whom the Gospel is acceptable: and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people; whether Jews, Turks, or Pagans; for the Gospel, as before observed, will now have an universal spread all the world over.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
In this part of the chapter we have three angels or messengers sent from heaven to give notice of the fall of Babylon, and of those things that were antecedent and consequent to that great event. I. The first angel was sent on an errand antecedent to it, and that was to preach the everlasting gospel, Rev 14:6, Rev 14:7. Observe, 1. The gospel is an everlasting gospel; it is so in its nature, and it will be so in its consequences. Though all flesh be grass, the word of the Lord endureth for ever. 2. It is a work fit for an angel to preach this everlasting gospel; such is the dignity, and such is the difficulty of that work! And yet we have this treasure in earthen vessels. 3. The everlasting gospel is of great concern to all the world; and, as it is the concern of all, it is very much to be desired that it should be made known to all, even to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people. 4. The gospel is the great means whereby men are brought to fear God, and to give glory to him. Natural religion is not sufficient to keep up the fear of God, nor to secure to him glory from men; it is the gospel that revives the fear of God, and retrieves his glory in the world. 5. When idolatry creeps into the churches of God, it is by the preaching of the gospel, attended by the power of the Holy Spirit, that men are turned from idols to serve the living God, as the Creator of the heaven, and the earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters, Rev 14:7. To worship any God besides him who created the world is idolatry. II. The second angel follows the other, and proclaims the actual fall of Babylon. The preaching of the everlasting gospel had shaken the foundations of antichristianism in the world, and hastened its downfall. By Babylon is generally understood Rome, which was before called Sodom and Egypt, for wickedness and cruelty, and is now first called Babylon, for pride and idolatry. Observe, 1. What God has fore-ordained and foretold shall be done as certainly as if it were done already. 2. The greatness of the papal Babylon will not be able to prevent her fall, but will make it more dreadful and remarkable. 3. The wickedness of Babylon, in corrupting, debauching, and intoxicating the nations round about her, will make her fall just and will declare the righteousness of God in her utter ruin, Rev 14:8. Her crimes are recited as the just cause of her destruction. III. A third angel follows the other two, and gives warning to all of that divine vengeance which would overtake all those that obstinately adhered to the antichristian interest after God had thus proclaimed its downfall, Rev 14:9, Rev 14:10. If after this (this threatening denounced against Babylon, and in part already executed) any should persist in their idolatry, professing subjection to the beast and promoting his cause, they must expect to drink deep of the wind of the wrath of God; they shall be for ever miserable in soul and body; Jesus Christ will inflict this punishment upon them, and the holy angels will behold it and approve of it. Idolatry, both pagan and papal, is a damning sin in its own nature, and will prove fatal to those who persist in it, after fair warning given by the word of Providence; those who refuse to come out of Babylon, when thus called, and resolve to partake of her sins, must receive of her plagues; and the guilt and ruin of such incorrigible idolaters will serve to set forth the excellency of the patience and obedience of the saints. These graces shall be rewarded with salvation and glory. When the treachery and rebellion of others shall be punished with everlasting destruction, then it will be said, to the honour of the faithful (Rev 14:12): Here is the patience of the saints; you have before seen their patience exercised, now you see it rewarded.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
14:6-13 Three angels are flying through the sky with messages from God. 14:6-7 The first angel proclaims the eternal Good News, which includes the message that God will sit as judge—the end is near, so this message provides a last-chance summons to repentance.
Revelation 14:6
The Three Angels and Babylon’s Fall
5And no lie was found in their mouths; they are blameless.6Then I saw another angel flying overhead, with the eternal gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on the earth—to every nation and tribe and tongue and people.7And he said in a loud voice, “Fear God and give Him glory, because the hour of His judgment has come. Worship the One who made the heavens and the earth and the sea and the springs of waters.”
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Every Believer Is Called to the Nations
By David Wilkerson5.0K53:18Great CommissionMAT 24:14MAT 28:16MRK 16:15LUK 24:47ACT 2:46ROM 10:14REV 14:6In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes that every believer is called to the nations. He references Matthew 28:16, where Jesus appointed the disciples to go to Galilee. The pastor highlights the importance of not just sitting back and enjoying the blessings of God, but actively reaching out to those in need. He states that God's goal for the church is for everyone to become a missionary, whether physically going to the mission field or finding other ways to spread the message. The pastor also warns against becoming complacent and only focusing on personal blessings, using the example of the early church in Jerusalem.
World Missions in the 80's
By Oswald J. Smith2.3K43:08World MissionsMAT 9:35MAT 9:38MRK 16:15ACT 1:8ROM 10:141TI 2:4REV 14:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of sending laborers into the harvest fields of the world to spread the gospel. He shares a personal story about the impact of missionary work on his own life and poses the question of why anyone should hear the gospel twice before everyone has heard it once. The speaker urges the audience to take action by either going themselves or supporting missionaries financially. He concludes by stating that it is the responsibility of the Church to evangelize the world and fulfill the commands of Jesus Christ.
The Surprising Ways of God
By Otto Koning1.9K1:24:22Work Of GodGEN 25:23MAT 24:141PE 3:92PE 3:12REV 14:6In this sermon transcript, the speaker shares his personal testimony of searching for God and finding hope in Jesus Christ. He reflects on his experiences during World War II and the fear and uncertainty that people face without knowing God. The speaker emphasizes the importance of sharing the message of Jesus with others, so they can have a better way to die and experience the joy of the Lord. He also mentions his decision to become a missionary and the miraculous way God led him on his path.
How God Called Me to a World-Wide Ministry
By Oswald J. Smith1.8K21:31TestimonyMAT 9:35MAT 14:13MRK 16:15LUK 10:30JHN 4:35ACT 1:8REV 14:6In this sermon, the speaker addresses the problem of a plenteous harvest but few laborers, which he believes is a problem in both his time and ours. He emphasizes the importance of spreading the gospel to all nations and all people, as commanded by God. The speaker encourages the audience to either go themselves or support others in spreading the gospel. He shares a personal story of raising funds to support missionaries and how the congregation's generosity led to an increase in the number of missionaries sent out. The sermon concludes with the message that the work of evangelizing the world is ongoing and that everyone has a role to play in fulfilling God's plan.
Church History - Session 10 (Modern Times)
By Edgar F. Parkyns1.4K58:39REV 14:6REV 21:23REV 22:6REV 22:17The video discusses the fourth vial of God's judgment, which brings scorching heat to torment those who blaspheme God. It also mentions the Fentycastle revival and the emphasis on the four square gospel, which includes Jesus as the Savior, Healer, Baptizer, and Coming King. The video acknowledges the rise of miracle ministries, both genuine and imitation, and the exploitation that occurred. It highlights the need for believers to stay focused on God amidst the distractions and pleasures of the modern age, and emphasizes the importance of being prepared for the second coming of Christ.
Fear God
By Eli Brayley1.2K1:04:15Fearing GodPSA 111:10PRO 9:10ECC 12:13MAT 6:33HEB 12:281PE 2:17REV 14:6In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of fearing God. He emphasizes that the lack of fear of God is the fundamental problem with mankind. The preacher highlights that salvation depends on the fear of God and that God's mercy is upon those who fear Him. He also mentions the positive feedback loop that occurs when awe and fear of God increase, leading to a greater understanding of His greatness and a deeper reverence for Him.
Skyland Conference 1979-11 Report on the Mideast
By Aldy Fam Fanous1.1K1:37:48MideastISA 2:4DAN 7:25MAT 24:21ACT 9:11CO 15:8REV 7:4REV 14:6In this sermon, the speaker recounts a personal experience of being protected from shrapnel during a bombing. Despite the danger, the speaker and their family were miraculously unharmed. The sermon also mentions the scarcity of resources such as water and food during this time. The speaker emphasizes the belief that God takes care of his own and shares a story of how bread miraculously appeared when needed. The sermon concludes with a discussion about the Middle East and the role of Scripture in understanding the happenings and conditions in that region.
Everlasting Gospel
By Chuck Smith99630:17GospelREV 14:6In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Revelation, specifically chapter 14, verses 6 and 7. The speaker describes how an angel is seen flying in the midst of heaven, carrying the everlasting gospel to preach to all people on earth. The message of the gospel is a call for people to fear God and give glory to Him, as the hour of His judgment has come. The speaker emphasizes that the gospel brings good news of salvation and eternal life for those who believe, contrasting it with the condemnation for those who reject the only begotten Son of God.
How God Called Me to a World-Wide Ministry (Full Recording)
By Oswald J. Smith77121:31MinistryMAT 9:35MAT 14:13MRK 16:15LUK 10:30JHN 4:35ACT 1:8REV 14:6In this sermon, the speaker addresses the problem of a plenteous harvest but few laborers, which he believes is a problem in both his time and ours. He emphasizes the importance of spreading the gospel to all nations and all people, as commanded by God. The speaker challenges the audience to consider their role in fulfilling this commandment, whether it be going themselves or supporting others in their place. He shares a personal story of raising funds to send missionaries and how the congregation's support grew from five missionaries to over two hundred.
Misconceptions About Missions
By George Verwer73138:21MAT 28:19MRK 16:15ACT 17:30ACT 17:32ROM 10:141TI 2:4REV 14:6In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Acts 17:30, where God commands all men everywhere to repent. He emphasizes the importance of spreading the gospel to all people, regardless of their background or location. The preacher challenges the misconception that the job of evangelism is almost done, highlighting that there are still countless individuals who have never heard the gospel. He urges believers to actively engage in continuous evangelism, which includes not only preaching but also teaching, discipling, and bringing converts into the church for growth. The sermon emphasizes the urgency and responsibility of sharing the message of repentance and salvation with all people.
The Importance of Worship
By Danny Bond63047:42PSA 95:6MAT 6:33JHN 4:23ACT 20:7HEB 10:25REV 1:10REV 14:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of worship in the context of the end times and the imminent return of Jesus Christ. He states that worship is the ultimate purpose of redemption and the ultimate focus of the Bible. The speaker also highlights that worship is the ultimate destiny of believers and should be the ultimate priority for all who know God. He concludes by discussing the practice of God-centered worship, emphasizing the need for both truth and spirit in worship and cautioning against extremes that deviate from genuine worship.
True Worship
By Danny Bond56242:24MAT 22:37JHN 4:23ROM 12:1REV 14:6In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the grace of God before engaging in worship. He highlights that the first thing to do after comprehending God's grace is to present oneself as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God. The preacher also discusses the consequences of sin and the need for repentance, as well as the true gospel message of God's love and salvation through Jesus Christ. He warns against settling for an "almost gospel" or an "almost Christianity," stressing the significance of true worship and the serious consequences of violating the principles of worship.
Give God the Glory
By Basilea Schlink3028:01PraiseGod's GloryWorshipREV 14:6Basilea Schlink emphasizes the importance of giving God the glory, not only in our personal lives but also for the fate of nations. She reflects on the beauty of creation and how it should inspire a chorus of praise to God, who deserves admiration for His mighty acts. Schlink shares her journey of establishing a chapel of praise, highlighting that true worship comes from recognizing our limitations and relying on God's power. She encourages believers to praise God even in difficult times, as it can lead to healing and comfort. Ultimately, she calls for a collective dedication to glorifying God, which can hold back judgment and bring about transformation in our lives and the world.
Epistle 114
By George Fox0MAT 11:5MAT 28:19MRK 16:15JHN 1:51CO 9:102CO 5:11COL 1:231PE 3:19JUD 1:6REV 14:6George Fox preaches about the importance of dwelling in the mighty power of God, being sent by God to minister to all spirits and testify against deceivers. He emphasizes preaching the gospel to every creature, disciplining them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and proclaiming the mighty day of the Lord to those in darkness. Fox urges believers to plant in hope, thresh in hope, and preach the everlasting gospel in the power of the Lord Jesus Christ, performing miracles by His power.
Is Muhammad a True Prophet of God?
By Sam Shamoun0ProphecyTruth in FaithNUM 23:23DEU 18:20MAT 23:34LUK 10:17JHN 6:27JHN 8:44HEB 13:201JN 2:221JN 5:9REV 14:6Sam Shamoun presents six propositions that challenge the belief in Muhammad as a true prophet of God, urging Muslims to reflect on these claims. He argues that Muhammad's teachings contradict the messages of previous prophets, particularly regarding the divinity of Jesus Christ, and highlights instances where Muhammad's actions and teachings appear inconsistent or erroneous. Shamoun emphasizes that true prophecy must align with the established revelations and warns against accepting any message that contradicts the core tenets of the Christian faith. He concludes that Muhammad's contradictions and the nature of his teachings disqualify him as a true prophet of God.
Epistle 240
By George Fox0GEN 4:31CO 7:141CO 11:3GAL 6:15COL 2:16JAS 1:17JUD 1:11REV 14:6George Fox preaches about the importance of staying true to the power of God and not getting caught up in outward rituals or worship practices. He highlights how various individuals and groups throughout history, like Cain, the children of Israel, and the Corinthians, strayed from the true worship of God by focusing on external observances. Fox emphasizes the need to focus on the life and power of God, rather than on temporary, earthly matters, and to seek unity, righteousness, and joy in the Holy Spirit. He warns against falling into disputes over trivial matters like food, drink, or outward appearances, and encourages believers to prioritize the new creature in Christ, faith working through love, and the eternal gospel.
Epistle 258
By George Fox0REV 14:6George Fox preaches about the importance of staying true to the everlasting gospel and living a life that reflects the teachings of Jesus Christ. He addresses the need for those who preach the gospel to also walk in accordance with it, warning against falling into uncleanness or prioritizing worldly matters over spiritual ones. Fox emphasizes the significance of upholding righteousness and truth, rooting out false reports and ungodly behaviors, so that all may return to the sanctified life they once had and be prepared for the judgment of the Ancient of days.
The Safety and Security of the Christian
By Robert Milligan0MAT 25:31JHN 14:15ROM 8:28ROM 8:312CO 4:17EPH 1:3HEB 12:62PE 1:5REV 14:6Robert Milligan preaches about the assurance that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose, emphasizing that even in the face of trials and afflictions, God's plan for His children is secure and cannot be thwarted. The sermon delves into the concept of unconditional election and reprobation, clarifying that God's decrees of security and final triumph are based on individuals loving God, with obedience being the test of true love and faith. The sermon encourages believers to endure patiently through suffering, drawing strength from the promises of God and the assistance of the Holy Spirit, highlighting that God's ultimate plan for His children is one of eternal well-being and glory.
Rev. 14:6. the Everlasting Gospel
By Horatius Bonar0The Everlasting GospelUrgency of ProclamationMAT 4:23MAT 28:19MRK 16:15JHN 3:16ROM 3:252CO 5:21HEB 1:14HEB 13:81PE 1:25REV 14:6Horatius Bonar emphasizes the urgency and universality of the everlasting gospel as proclaimed in Revelation 14:6, highlighting that this glad message is to be shared widely as the end approaches. He explains that angels play a significant role in the dissemination of the gospel, acting as invisible agents that stir human hearts to spread the good news. The gospel is characterized by God's free love, the sacrificial gift of His Son, and the promise of righteousness and access to His kingdom. Bonar reassures that this everlasting gospel is unchanging and relevant for all ages and nations, urging listeners to respond as the hour of judgment draws near. He calls for a renewed commitment to proclaiming this message with urgency and clarity.
Epistle 337
By George Fox0GEN 3:152SA 22:3PSA 2:1PSA 18:2DAN 2:31MAT 7:24MRK 16:15JHN 1:29JHN 16:33EPH 2:20EPH 4:10COL 1:16REV 13:8REV 14:6REV 21:6George Fox preaches about the foundation of faith in Christ, who is the horn of salvation and the rock to build upon, overcoming the world and ascending above all powers and dominions. He emphasizes the shaking down of false religions and the establishment of Christ as the everlasting foundation. Fox urges believers to spread the everlasting gospel to all nations, bringing life and immortality to light again, leading people to the heavenly Jerusalem and the waters of life.
Of the Gospel.
By John Gill0SalvationThe GospelISA 61:1MAT 4:23LUK 4:18JHN 1:17ACT 16:31ROM 1:162CO 5:19EPH 2:81TI 1:15REV 14:6John Gill expounds on the Gospel, emphasizing its presence in both the Old and New Testaments, and its clearer revelation through Jesus Christ. He explains that the Gospel, meaning 'good news,' encompasses the message of salvation, grace, and peace, and is not a human invention but divinely revealed. Gill highlights the transformative power of the Gospel, which leads to regeneration, faith, and spiritual nourishment, and asserts that it remains unchanged throughout history. He also clarifies the relationship between faith, repentance, and good works, asserting that these are rooted in the Gospel rather than the law. Ultimately, the Gospel is presented as a glorious and everlasting message from God, meant for all humanity.
Epistle 312
By George Fox0Unity in the SpiritTrue WorshipMAT 5:6JHN 14:13ROM 10:151CO 14:152CO 3:62CO 4:4EPH 4:3PHP 4:7HEB 4:16REV 14:6George Fox emphasizes the necessity of being in the power and spirit of God for true prayer, singing, and ministry. He explains that genuine spiritual experiences bring joy and unity among believers, and that those who minister in the spirit cannot judge others who express their joy and praise in response. Fox warns against the spirit of error that leads to confusion and disorder, urging all to remain humble and united in the spirit of God. He highlights the importance of intercession and the collective prayer of the assembly, which should be done in sincerity and integrity. Ultimately, he calls for maintaining peace and order within the church as a reflection of Christ's peace.
Epistle 189
By George Fox0FaithfulnessUnity in ChristDEU 2:25JER 9:3ROM 1:16ROM 2:14ROM 14:132TI 1:10JAS 5:71JN 5:19REV 14:6REV 21:2George Fox encourages his friends in New England and Virginia to remain steadfast in the truth and power of God, urging them to spread the gospel and confound deceit. He emphasizes the importance of unity, love, and patience, reminding them to avoid judging one another and to dwell in God's power to overcome worldly adversities. Fox highlights the necessity of preaching the everlasting gospel to all nations, assuring them that through patience and perseverance, they will witness the triumph of truth over falsehood. He calls for a commitment to the seed of God, which will sustain them against the trials of life and the challenges posed by spiritual deception.
Some Queries Concerning the Work of God in the World
By Isaac Penington0PSA 2:10ISA 2:11LUK 18:8HEB 12:26REV 11:15REV 14:6REV 18:4Isaac Penington preaches about the queries concerning the work of God in the world, focusing on the kingdoms of the earth becoming the kingdoms of the Lord, the expected events in the latter ages, and the need for nations to submit to God's laws and righteousness. He questions whether the current generation is ready for the Son of man's rule and emphasizes the importance of seeking righteousness and meekness. Penington warns England about the consequences of opposing God's work and advises the powers and people of the nation to align with God's truth and righteousness to avoid His judgment.
Epistle 317
By George Fox0Unity in ChristGospel OrderISA 63:10JHN 12:36ACT 26:182CO 5:19EPH 4:301TH 5:19HEB 12:21PE 1:121JN 1:1REV 14:6George Fox emphasizes the importance of returning to the light and power of God, urging believers to be reconciled with Him through the eternal gospel. He warns against the spirit of confusion that seeks to undermine the established meetings for men and women, which are rooted in divine order and the Holy Spirit. Fox encourages the faithful to maintain their possessions in the gospel's power, asserting that true unity and liberty come from being in Christ and His teachings. He cautions against those who oppose the gospel order, reminding the congregation that the power of God will ultimately prevail over all false spirits and orders. His message is a call to live in love, unity, and the practice of pure religion, which is essential for spiritual growth and community edification.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Matthew Henry
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting Gospel - Whether this angel mean any more than a particular dispensation of providence and grace, by which the Gospel shall be rapidly sent throughout the whole world; or whether it mean any especial messenger, order of preachers, people, or society of Christians, whose professed object it is to send the Gospel of the kingdom throughout the earth, we know not. But the vision seems truly descriptive of a late institution, entitled The British and Foreign Bible Society, whose object it is to print and circulate the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, through all the habitable world, and in all the languages spoken on the face of the earth. Already they have been the instruments, by actually printing (or by affording the means to different nations to print for themselves) the Bible in a vast number of languages and dialects, so that it has been sent in hundreds of thousands of copies, in whole or in part, to almost every part of the globe: viz., in their native language to the Welsh; in Erse to the Irish; in Gaelic to the Highlands of Scotland; in Manks to the Isle of Man; in French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, to those countries and Switzerland; in Low Dutch to Holland, etc.; in High Dutch to Germany, Prussia, etc. Through them a similar society has been established at St. Petersburgh, by which the Bible has been sent in Slavonic to the Russians; and in different dialects to the people of that vast empire; besides the Turkish, Tartaric, and Calmuck. They have also sent the Holy Scriptures in ancient and modern Greek to Asia Minor and the different isles of the Mediterranean Sea; in Arabic and Ethiopic to Egypt and Abyssinia; in Syriac to the Holy Land, and to the Christians at Travancore. They have also greatly and effectually assisted a very worthy society in the East Indies, whose indefatigable and incomparable missionaries, the Rev. Messrs. Carey, Marshman, and Ward, have translated the Scriptures into the principal languages of India; and they have furnished the means of printing a complete translation of the New Testament in the Chinese language at Canton, by the Rev. Mr. Morrison. In short, almost every nation in the universe has, through this society, directly or indirectly received, or is receiving, the words of eternal life; so that it appears to answer the description of the Apocalyptic "angel, flying in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting Gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people."
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Here begins the portion relating to the Gentile world, as the former portion related to Israel. Before the end the Gospel is to be preached for a WITNESS unto all nations: not that all nations shall be converted, but all nations shall have had the opportunity given them of deciding whether they will be for, or against, Christ. Those thus preached to are "they that dwell (so A, Coptic, and Syriac read. But B, C, ORIGEN, Vulgate, CYPRIAN, 312, read, 'SIT,' compare Mat 4:16; Luk 1:79, having their settled home) on the earth," being of earth earthy: this last season of grace is given them, if yet they may repent, before "judgment" (Rev 14:7) descends: if not, they will be left without excuse, as the world which resisted the preaching of Noah in the the hundred twenty years "while the long-suffering of God waited." "So also the prophets gave the people a last opportunity of repentance before the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem, and our Lord and His apostles before the Roman destruction of the holy city" [AUBERLEN]. The Greek for "unto" (epi, in A and C) means literally, "upon," or "over," or "in respect to" (Mar 9:12; Heb 7:13). So also "TO every nation" (Greek, "epi," in A, B, C, Vulgate, Syriac, ORIGEN, ANDREAS, CYPRIAN, and PRIMASIUS). This, perhaps, implies that the Gospel, though diffused over the globe, shall not come savingly unto any save the elect. The world is not to be evangelized till Christ shall come: meanwhile, God's purpose is "to take out of the Gentiles a people for His name," to be witnesses of the effectual working of His Spirit during the counter-working of "the mystery of iniquity." everlasting gospel--the Gospel which announces the glad tidings of the everlasting kingdom of Christ, about to ensue immediately after the "judgment" on Antichrist, announced as imminent in Rev 14:7. As the former angel "flying through the midst of heaven" (Rev 8:13) announced "woe," so this angel "flying in the midst of heaven" announced joy. The three angels making this last proclamation of the Gospel, the fall of Babylon (Rev 14:8), the harlot, and the judgment on the beast worshippers (Rev 14:9-11), the voice from heaven respecting the blessed dead (Rev 14:13), the vision of the Son of man on the cloud (Rev 14:11), the harvest (Rev 14:15), and the vintage (Rev 14:18), form the compendious summary, amplified in detail in the rest of the book.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And I saw another angel,.... This is to be understood not of one of the ministering spirits so called; for though wings are sometimes ascribed to angels, and Gabriel is said to fly swiftly; and though they desire to look into the mysteries of the everlasting Gospel, yet the preaching of that is not committed to any of them; but a minister of the Gospel is intended, who is the angel of the church, for in this book pastors of churches are so called, Rev 1:20; and not a single minister of the Gospel is meant, but a set of Gospel ministers; and some think that those are designed who appeared in the eighth and ninth centuries, both in the eastern and western empire, against the worshipping of images; since this angel calls upon the inhabitants of the earth to fear God, give glory to him, and worship him, and not images; but there was little of the everlasting Gospel preached in those times. Others are of opinion that those who preceded, and led on to the Reformation, are pointed at by this angel, such as Wickliff in England, Franciscus Petrarcha in Italy, John Huss and Jerom of Prague in Bohemia, with others; but these also had not the everlasting Gospel in its clearness and purity, nor did they preach it to all the inhabitants of the earth; rather I think a set of Gospel preachers are intended, who will appear at the beginning of the spiritual reign of Christ, and will be a means of ushering it in; and these are the watchmen of Zion, who will give the Lord no rest till he has made Jerusalem the praise of the whole earth; and who will then see eye to eye in Gospel mysteries, and will publish good tidings of peace and salvation, and proclaim Zion's King reigning, Isa 62:6; this angel is called "another", being distinct from the voice heard Rev 14:2, though he is the first with respect to the following angels, as appears from Rev 14:9; the place where John saw this angel, and the position he was in, follow: fly in the midst of heaven: the church, the great congregation, the several congregations of the saints; in the midst of which these ministers will preach righteousness, salvation, loving kindness, and truth, as Christ has done before them; and from hence the word of the Lord will go forth to all parts of the world: they will preach the Gospel openly and publicly, with great freedom, boldness, and intrepidity, in the view of all men, not fearing the faces of any; and the Gospel ministered by them will have a swift, sudden, and universal spread; they themselves will run to and fro, and the Gospel will run and be glorified, and the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Lord, and multitudes will flock to Christ, who in that day will be alone exalted; for these ministers will come forth publicly: having the everlasting Gospel; the Gospel in its fulness and purity; the Gospel of the grace of God, of free justification by the righteousness of Christ, of peace and pardon by his blood, and of complete salvation by him; called everlasting, because the substance of it was settled from all eternity, in the council and covenant of peace; it was ordained before the world was, and was hid in God from the beginning; and the revelation of it was of old; it was made to our first parents immediately after the fall, and was spoken of by all God's holy prophets which have been since the world began; it was preached before unto Abraham, and in the times of Isaiah, and by other prophets, and so is no new upstart doctrine: besides, the matter of it is everlasting; it treats of everlasting things; of the eternal election of persons to salvation; of God's everlasting love to them; of an everlasting covenant he made with Christ on their account; of blessings, promises, and grace given to them in him, before the world began; and of his being set up so early as a Mediator, and of his going forth in a way of grace from everlasting; as well as it reveals an everlasting righteousness, and brings life and immortality, or eternal life to light, or shows the way to everlasting life and happiness; to which may be added, that it will abide for ever, it will always remain, and that inexpugnable, maugre all the opposition of hell and earth; it will continue till all the elect of God are gathered in, notwithstanding the violence of persecutors, or the craft of seducers; nor will it be antiquated and made void by another Gospel succeeding it, for there will be no other: now this the ministers of those times will "have"; not in their heads only, by knowledge, but in their hearts, by experience, and will have it in their mouths, and speak it out freely and openly, and will have a commission from Christ to preach it, and gifts qualifying them for it: to preach to them that dwell on the earth; that are in the apostate church, carnal, unregenerate, and earthly persons. The Complutensian edition reads, "that sit on the earth"; as persons abject, mean, and distressed, to whom the Gospel is acceptable: and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people; whether Jews, Turks, or Pagans; for the Gospel, as before observed, will now have an universal spread all the world over.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
In this part of the chapter we have three angels or messengers sent from heaven to give notice of the fall of Babylon, and of those things that were antecedent and consequent to that great event. I. The first angel was sent on an errand antecedent to it, and that was to preach the everlasting gospel, Rev 14:6, Rev 14:7. Observe, 1. The gospel is an everlasting gospel; it is so in its nature, and it will be so in its consequences. Though all flesh be grass, the word of the Lord endureth for ever. 2. It is a work fit for an angel to preach this everlasting gospel; such is the dignity, and such is the difficulty of that work! And yet we have this treasure in earthen vessels. 3. The everlasting gospel is of great concern to all the world; and, as it is the concern of all, it is very much to be desired that it should be made known to all, even to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people. 4. The gospel is the great means whereby men are brought to fear God, and to give glory to him. Natural religion is not sufficient to keep up the fear of God, nor to secure to him glory from men; it is the gospel that revives the fear of God, and retrieves his glory in the world. 5. When idolatry creeps into the churches of God, it is by the preaching of the gospel, attended by the power of the Holy Spirit, that men are turned from idols to serve the living God, as the Creator of the heaven, and the earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters, Rev 14:7. To worship any God besides him who created the world is idolatry. II. The second angel follows the other, and proclaims the actual fall of Babylon. The preaching of the everlasting gospel had shaken the foundations of antichristianism in the world, and hastened its downfall. By Babylon is generally understood Rome, which was before called Sodom and Egypt, for wickedness and cruelty, and is now first called Babylon, for pride and idolatry. Observe, 1. What God has fore-ordained and foretold shall be done as certainly as if it were done already. 2. The greatness of the papal Babylon will not be able to prevent her fall, but will make it more dreadful and remarkable. 3. The wickedness of Babylon, in corrupting, debauching, and intoxicating the nations round about her, will make her fall just and will declare the righteousness of God in her utter ruin, Rev 14:8. Her crimes are recited as the just cause of her destruction. III. A third angel follows the other two, and gives warning to all of that divine vengeance which would overtake all those that obstinately adhered to the antichristian interest after God had thus proclaimed its downfall, Rev 14:9, Rev 14:10. If after this (this threatening denounced against Babylon, and in part already executed) any should persist in their idolatry, professing subjection to the beast and promoting his cause, they must expect to drink deep of the wind of the wrath of God; they shall be for ever miserable in soul and body; Jesus Christ will inflict this punishment upon them, and the holy angels will behold it and approve of it. Idolatry, both pagan and papal, is a damning sin in its own nature, and will prove fatal to those who persist in it, after fair warning given by the word of Providence; those who refuse to come out of Babylon, when thus called, and resolve to partake of her sins, must receive of her plagues; and the guilt and ruin of such incorrigible idolaters will serve to set forth the excellency of the patience and obedience of the saints. These graces shall be rewarded with salvation and glory. When the treachery and rebellion of others shall be punished with everlasting destruction, then it will be said, to the honour of the faithful (Rev 14:12): Here is the patience of the saints; you have before seen their patience exercised, now you see it rewarded.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
14:6-13 Three angels are flying through the sky with messages from God. 14:6-7 The first angel proclaims the eternal Good News, which includes the message that God will sit as judge—the end is near, so this message provides a last-chance summons to repentance.