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The Marriage of the Lamb
5Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you who serve Him, and those who fear Him, small and great alike!” 6And I heard a sound like the roar of a great multitude, like the rushing of many waters, and like a mighty rumbling of thunder, crying out: “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. 7Let us rejoice and be glad and give Him the glory. For the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His bride has made herself ready.
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Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The voice of a great multitude - This is the catholic or universal Church of God gathered from among the Gentiles. The Lord God Omnipotent reigneth - Εβασιλευσε Κυριος ὁ Θεος ὁ παντοκρατωρ. Many excellent MSS., most of the versions, with Andreas and Arethas, the two most ancient commentators on this book, add ἡμων, our, after ὁ Θεος· and according to this the text reads emphatically thus: Our Lord God, the Almighty, reigneth. What consolation to every genuine Christian that His Lord and God is the Almighty, and that this Almighty never trusts the reins of the government of the universe out of his hands! What therefore has his Church to fear?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
many waters--Contrast the "many waters" on which the whore sitteth (Rev 17:1). This verse is the hearty response to the stirring call, "Alleluia! Praise our God" (Rev 19:4-5). the Lord God omnipotent--Greek, "the Omnipotent." reigneth--literally, "reigned": hence reigneth once for all. His reign is a fact already established. Babylon, the harlot, was one great hindrance to His reign being recognized. Her overthrow now clears the way for His advent to reign; therefore, not merely Rome, but the whole of Christendom in so far as it is carnal and compromised Christ for the world, is comprehended in the term "harlot." The beast hardly arises when he at once "goeth into perdition": so that Christ is prophetically considered as already reigning, so soon does His advent follow the judgment on the harlot.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And I heard, as it were, the voice of a great multitude,.... Even of all the servants of the Lord, and them that fear him, small and great; a vast multitude of converted Jews and Gentiles, in the several parts of the world, who in answer to the voice out of the throne, which came with great power and energy, lift up their voices in praise to God, both for their own conversion, and for the downfall of Babylon: and as the voice of many waters: falling down in a descent, or in rough and rocky places, which make a great noise, and is heard afar off; and such must be the united voice of so great a multitude of converts as will be gathered together everywhere at this time: the same metaphor is used of the voice of Christ in Rev 1:15 and as the voice of mighty thunderings; violent claps of it, which are sometimes so loud that they rend the very heavens, and strike the inhabitants of the earth with the utmost consternation: these are the same voices which will be heard in the church when the seventh angel sounds his trumpet, Rev 11:15 saying, Alleluia; or praise ye the Lord; they will call upon one another to celebrate the praises of God, on account of the above things, in the same manner, and using the same word the people in heaven, and the four and twenty elders and four living creatures, do; and this is the fourth time the word is used in this context, and confirms the observation that has been made, that this vision refers to the conversion of the Jews, which will quickly follow the destruction of Rome: and the Jews themselves have a notion, that when Rome is destroyed the Messiah will come; and so he will in his spiritual reign. They say (o), "our redemption will be immediately upon the destruction of Rome.'' And again (p), "the root of our redemption depends upon the destruction of Rome.'' The reason for their saying "hallelujah" follows, for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth; by whom is meant the Lord Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all, and God over all, blessed for ever, and is the Almighty; and though he was set up as King over the holy hill of Zion, and has reigned over the church in every age, and came as King into this world, though his kingdom was not of it, and at his resurrection was declared Lord and Christ, and his kingdom was then more manifest, and he has ever since displayed his kingly power in defending his church, and defeating the enemies of it; yet now will he reign more visibly and gloriously, his kingdom will be enlarged from one end of the earth to the other, and he will be King over all the earth, which will occasion great joy to Jews and Gentiles; see Psa 47:1 and See Gill on Rev 11:17. (o) Tzeror Hammor, fol. 148. 1. (p) Tzeror Hammor, fol. 163. 4.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
19:6-8 The focus of the final thunderous Praise the Lord! is that God reigns as the Almighty in complete supremacy (see 1:8; 4:8; 11:17; 15:3; 16:7, 14; 19:15; 21:22).
Revelation 19:6
The Marriage of the Lamb
5Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you who serve Him, and those who fear Him, small and great alike!” 6And I heard a sound like the roar of a great multitude, like the rushing of many waters, and like a mighty rumbling of thunder, crying out: “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. 7Let us rejoice and be glad and give Him the glory. For the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His bride has made herself ready.
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Attributes of God (Series 2): The Omnipotence of God
By A.W. Tozer5.1K48:35Attributes of GodGEN 17:1PSA 68:5MAT 6:9MAT 19:26LUK 1:37ROM 1:20REV 19:6In this sermon, the preacher discusses three propositions about God's power. The first proposition is that God has power, which is evident in the creation of the world. The preacher references biblical verses, such as David's statement and Paul's declaration, to support this proposition. The preacher then vividly describes God's act of creation, from forming the earth and its elements to bringing forth living creatures. The sermon emphasizes God's power and his intimate involvement in the creation of mankind.
The Greatness of God
By A.W. Tozer4.7K39:14God's Character1CH 29:11JOB 26:14ISA 6:31TI 6:15REV 4:11REV 19:6In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a mother who takes her young child to the beach to escape the monotony of housework. As the mother reads, she occasionally looks up to check on her child who is happily playing with sand. However, when the mother gets engrossed in her reading, she looks up to find that her child has disappeared. The speaker uses this story to emphasize the importance of paying attention to God and not getting distracted by worldly things. He encourages the audience to focus on God's glory and the coming of Jesus Christ.
Knowledge of the Word
By Vance Havner1.8K29:24Word Of GodJHN 6:66HEB 13:8REV 19:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the promise of the Lord's return. He criticizes the church for focusing on building the kingdom on earth instead of eagerly anticipating the return of the King. The speaker highlights the need for righteousness in the spiritual kingdom and laments the lack of interest in righteousness among many believers. He also discusses the presence of an unfaithful majority within the church and calls for revival within the church as a necessary preparation for evangelism. The speaker concludes by urging believers to go beyond just being faithful and to actively engage in the current issues of the world in light of God's overall purpose in history.
(Common Market) the Finish
By Willie Mullan1.7K1:03:52Common MarketMAT 6:33MAT 24:22MAT 24:37LUK 17:20ACT 1:6REV 19:6In this sermon, the preacher discusses the signs of the end times and the coming of the Lord. He mentions the development of the common market and the possibility of a number being placed on people's hands. The preacher emphasizes the truth of Jesus Christ's existence and the significance of his life, death, resurrection, and ascension. He also refers to the book of Daniel, specifically the dream of King Nebuchadnezzar and its interpretation by Daniel, which symbolizes the succession of Gentile world empires.
John the Baptist
By Ernest Barker1.4K49:04John The BaptistMAT 3:3MAT 11:7LUK 1:15LUK 7:24JHN 1:29JHN 10:41REV 19:6In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a friend who proclaimed himself as a citizen of heaven. He emphasizes the importance of being a witness for God and seizing every opportunity to testify for the Lord. The speaker then discusses three things that the Lord said about John the Baptist, highlighting his role as a burning and shining light. He encourages the audience to remember that they are representatives of God and should be ready to fulfill their purpose as voices for Him, whether in hidden lands or in their own communities. The sermon concludes with the reminder to be in harmony with God's will and to walk with Him.
Yosemite Bible Conference 1996-04 More Like Christ
By William MacDonald1.3K40:31Christ LikenessMAT 6:33LUK 15:4JHN 4:4ACT 4:312CO 8:91TI 6:6REV 19:6In this sermon, the speaker expresses his dislike for Christmas and wishes that people would wake up to the perceived wastefulness of the holiday. He then shares about prayer meetings where young people were inspired to serve the Lord throughout the world. The speaker emphasizes the importance of contentment and how the Lord Jesus exemplified this trait. He also highlights the Lord's passion for souls, demonstrated through his interactions with the woman at the well and the parable of the lost sheep. The speaker encourages believers to have a similar zeal for the will of God and shares examples of individuals like George Verwer and John Wesley who were zealous in their pursuit of God's work. The sermon concludes with a call for believers to strive for increasing conformity to the Lord Jesus Christ and to reflect his virtues and glories in their lives.
Last Days Conference 1970 the Apostle Paul
By Neil Fraser79547:291TH 1:102TH 2:3HEB 2:13REV 19:6REV 19:11In this sermon, the speaker begins by describing a tremendous burst of praise that starts in heaven and spreads throughout creation. This outburst of praise is in response to the announcement of the final victory over evil and the reign of the Lord God. The sermon then discusses the wedding of the bride, which some believe takes place during the tribulation while the bridegroom rejoices in heaven. The speaker emphasizes the importance of focusing on the Son of Man and his return to earth, as well as the glory and honor he will receive from God. The sermon also mentions the coming wrath and the book of Revelation, which tells the story of the wrath that is to come through judgment.
The Glorifier of Christ
By J. Sidlow Baxter71343:46ChristEXO 32:32MAT 27:50JHN 16:14ACT 2:32EPH 2:8REV 1:7REV 19:6In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in glorifying Jesus. He emphasizes that throughout the Bible, from the Old Testament to the New Testament, the central theme is Jesus. The speaker uses the example of the Bible itself to illustrate this, stating that the Bible is Jesus from beginning to end. He explains that in the Old Testament, there are prophecies about Christ, in the Gospels, we see the historical account of Jesus, in the Acts and Epistles, we witness the experience of Christ, and in the Apocalypse, we anticipate the coming glory of Christ. The speaker concludes by highlighting the progression of Jesus' story: He comes, He dies, He lives, and He saves.
The Marriages of the Lamb
By Stephen Kaung60556:28REV 19:6This sermon delves into the themes of waiting for the Lord's return, the significance of the marriage of the Lamb, the role of overcomers in the church, the Great Tribulation, and the ultimate victory of Christ over Satan. It emphasizes the need for believers to be prepared, faithful, and to overcome by the blood of the Lamb, the word of their testimony, and by not loving their lives even unto death.
The Last Marriages in Scripture
By Stephen Kaung60052:15Spiritual MarriageRighteousness of SaintsREV 19:6Stephen Kaung emphasizes the significance of the two marriages in Revelation, illustrating the spiritual union between God and humanity. He explains that the first marriage in Revelation 19 marks the beginning of the millennium, while the second in chapters 21 and 22 signifies the start of eternity. Kaung highlights the necessity of being clothed in the righteousness of the saints, which is developed through the Holy Spirit's work in our lives. He warns against complacency in our Christian walk, urging believers to actively cooperate with the Holy Spirit to prepare their wedding garments for the coming of the Lord. Ultimately, he reassures that God's purpose will be fulfilled, and all who are called will be gathered in His eternal kingdom.
Revelation Pt 5
By Billy Strachan4291:08:27Revelation2CO 11:2REV 19:6REV 22:3REV 22:8The video discussed the infiltration of the New Church Age Movement into society and the church, presenting itself as physical and health recreation but actually teaching Hinduism and Eastern occultism. The speaker emphasized that these practices are subtly leading people to open up to spirit forces. The video also mentioned the ecumenical movement, although it is unclear if it was specifically discussed in detail. The sermon then shifted to discussing the false peacemaker in the Middle East and the ultimate judgment and rule of Christ, as described in the book of Revelation.
Jesus: The Alpha and Omega
By Mike Bickle231:03:43Eternal Nature of ChristAuthority of JesusPSA 29:10ISA 46:10JHN 16:14JHN 17:5COL 1:16COL 2:9HEB 1:3REV 1:8REV 19:6REV 22:13Mike Bickle emphasizes the profound significance of Jesus being the Alpha and Omega, highlighting that this title encapsulates His eternal nature and authority over all creation. He challenges listeners to seek a deeper understanding of this truth, which is essential for grasping the vastness of Jesus' role in the unfolding of history and personal destiny. Bickle points out that both Jesus and the Father declare this title, underscoring their shared glory and divine essence. He encourages believers to engage with the Holy Spirit to explore the implications of Jesus as the beginning and the end, which can transform their perspective on life and faith. Ultimately, this revelation serves as a source of comfort and strength, especially in times of trial.
The Church’s Marriage to Her Sons, and to Her God
By Jonathan Edwards0ISA 62:4MAT 22:2LUK 10:17JHN 3:29REV 19:6Jonathan Edwards preaches about the deep and profound love relationship between the church and Christ, likening it to a marriage where the church is the bride and Christ is the bridegroom. He emphasizes the great lengths Christ went to in order to obtain his bride, including becoming man and laying down his life for her. Edwards urges ministers to faithfully fulfill their role as stewards and ambassadors of Christ, leading the church in preparation for the glorious union with the bridegroom. He highlights the joy and honor bestowed upon ministers who are called to be part of this divine union and the eternal bliss they will share in the marriage-supper of the Lamb.
Pharisees Cannot Appreciate Loud Praise in Public
By Zac Poonen0PraiseWorshipPSA 100:1PSA 150:6MAT 21:15HEB 13:15REV 19:6Zac Poonen emphasizes the contrast between the joyful praise of children and the indignant response of the Pharisees in his sermon 'Pharisees Cannot Appreciate Loud Praise in Public.' He highlights that while the Pharisees believe reverence requires silence, Jesus delights in loud and exuberant praise, reminiscent of the continuous worship in heaven. Poonen encourages believers to embrace vocal expressions of worship, such as 'Amen' and 'Hallelujah,' rather than conforming to a subdued atmosphere that resembles a funeral. The sermon calls for a celebration of Christ's resurrection through joyful and loud praise, reflecting the true spirit of worship.
The Bride and the Monster
By Richard E. Bieber0MAT 16:18JHN 2:18ROM 16:17EPH 5:25REV 19:6Richard E. Bieber delivers a powerful sermon on the symbolism of a dream, where a young woman represents the Bride of Christ, initially pure and beautiful, but later corrupted by greed and power. The dream illustrates the ongoing battle between the true Bride of Christ and the deceptive religious system, referred to as the Monster, within the Church. Through biblical references, the sermon emphasizes the importance of discerning between the Bride and the Monster, highlighting the imminent separation of the two entities as signs of the end times and the need for believers to align themselves with the true Bride of Christ.
The Promised Fruit of Christ's Sufferings.
By Edward Payson0ISA 53:11ROM 14:111CO 15:542CO 5:21EPH 5:27PHP 2:6PHP 2:101PE 2:24REV 5:9REV 19:6Edward Payson preaches about the fulfillment of Jesus Christ's sacrifice, highlighting the joy He finds in seeing the fruits of His sufferings, which include the justification of many and the glorification of God through the salvation of sinners. The sermon emphasizes the already seen and future fulfillment of this prediction, with a final completion in eternity where all believers will be raised in glory and perfection. Payson urges listeners to actively participate in extending the benefits of redemption, as the work of salvation is the noblest of God's works and brings satisfaction to the Savior, showcasing His benevolence and selfless love for humanity.
The Dying Love of Christ
By Thomas Reade0PSA 22:1ISA 53:5ZEC 14:9JHN 3:16JHN 10:111CO 15:57PHP 2:6PHP 2:10REV 5:12REV 19:6Thomas Reade preaches about the dying love of Christ, emphasizing Jesus as the good Shepherd who gives His life for the sheep. The sermon delves into the majesty and humiliation of Christ, reflecting on His sacrifice, redemption, and the eternal blessings He offers. Reade urges listeners to contemplate the immense love and mercy of the Savior, who willingly endured suffering and death for sinful humanity, and encourages a deep, heartfelt response of love, praise, and obedience to Jesus, the Lamb of God.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The voice of a great multitude - This is the catholic or universal Church of God gathered from among the Gentiles. The Lord God Omnipotent reigneth - Εβασιλευσε Κυριος ὁ Θεος ὁ παντοκρατωρ. Many excellent MSS., most of the versions, with Andreas and Arethas, the two most ancient commentators on this book, add ἡμων, our, after ὁ Θεος· and according to this the text reads emphatically thus: Our Lord God, the Almighty, reigneth. What consolation to every genuine Christian that His Lord and God is the Almighty, and that this Almighty never trusts the reins of the government of the universe out of his hands! What therefore has his Church to fear?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
many waters--Contrast the "many waters" on which the whore sitteth (Rev 17:1). This verse is the hearty response to the stirring call, "Alleluia! Praise our God" (Rev 19:4-5). the Lord God omnipotent--Greek, "the Omnipotent." reigneth--literally, "reigned": hence reigneth once for all. His reign is a fact already established. Babylon, the harlot, was one great hindrance to His reign being recognized. Her overthrow now clears the way for His advent to reign; therefore, not merely Rome, but the whole of Christendom in so far as it is carnal and compromised Christ for the world, is comprehended in the term "harlot." The beast hardly arises when he at once "goeth into perdition": so that Christ is prophetically considered as already reigning, so soon does His advent follow the judgment on the harlot.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And I heard, as it were, the voice of a great multitude,.... Even of all the servants of the Lord, and them that fear him, small and great; a vast multitude of converted Jews and Gentiles, in the several parts of the world, who in answer to the voice out of the throne, which came with great power and energy, lift up their voices in praise to God, both for their own conversion, and for the downfall of Babylon: and as the voice of many waters: falling down in a descent, or in rough and rocky places, which make a great noise, and is heard afar off; and such must be the united voice of so great a multitude of converts as will be gathered together everywhere at this time: the same metaphor is used of the voice of Christ in Rev 1:15 and as the voice of mighty thunderings; violent claps of it, which are sometimes so loud that they rend the very heavens, and strike the inhabitants of the earth with the utmost consternation: these are the same voices which will be heard in the church when the seventh angel sounds his trumpet, Rev 11:15 saying, Alleluia; or praise ye the Lord; they will call upon one another to celebrate the praises of God, on account of the above things, in the same manner, and using the same word the people in heaven, and the four and twenty elders and four living creatures, do; and this is the fourth time the word is used in this context, and confirms the observation that has been made, that this vision refers to the conversion of the Jews, which will quickly follow the destruction of Rome: and the Jews themselves have a notion, that when Rome is destroyed the Messiah will come; and so he will in his spiritual reign. They say (o), "our redemption will be immediately upon the destruction of Rome.'' And again (p), "the root of our redemption depends upon the destruction of Rome.'' The reason for their saying "hallelujah" follows, for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth; by whom is meant the Lord Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all, and God over all, blessed for ever, and is the Almighty; and though he was set up as King over the holy hill of Zion, and has reigned over the church in every age, and came as King into this world, though his kingdom was not of it, and at his resurrection was declared Lord and Christ, and his kingdom was then more manifest, and he has ever since displayed his kingly power in defending his church, and defeating the enemies of it; yet now will he reign more visibly and gloriously, his kingdom will be enlarged from one end of the earth to the other, and he will be King over all the earth, which will occasion great joy to Jews and Gentiles; see Psa 47:1 and See Gill on Rev 11:17. (o) Tzeror Hammor, fol. 148. 1. (p) Tzeror Hammor, fol. 163. 4.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
19:6-8 The focus of the final thunderous Praise the Lord! is that God reigns as the Almighty in complete supremacy (see 1:8; 4:8; 11:17; 15:3; 16:7, 14; 19:15; 21:22).