Signs, sound, storms, song (cut short)
Stanley Wells emphasizes the urgency of living in light of the signs of the times, the trumpet call, the tribulation storms, and the ultimate song of triumph as revealed in the book of Revelation.
In this compelling sermon, Stanley Wells explores the profound visions given to John on the Isle of Patmos, highlighting the signs of the times, the trumpet call, the storms of tribulation, and the victorious song of triumph found in the book of Revelation. Wells challenges believers to recognize the urgency of these prophetic events and live faithfully in anticipation of Christ’s return. Drawing from key biblical passages, he encourages a hopeful and vigilant Christian walk amidst the trials of the last days.
Full Transcript
Sitting on the Isle of Patmos. He got the vision on the first day of the week. I take it in four parts and he got it all in one day and he's transported and thought and the vision to right inside the court.
There you are, there's a backup and he gets a look. A divine purpose completed. Every saint of this great dispensation from Pentecostal to the rapture of the church.
Thousands of thousands and tens of thousands says Revelation chapter 5. Billions will likely be there and John's impressed with a song that will go up. He's enthralled. How do you know? Well, look at the last statement of chapter 22.
Surely I come quickly. What's the reaction? What's the response? Even so come Lord Jesus. I just got two minutes.
Look at your Bible at Revelation chapter 5 for a minute. Verse number nine. Let me go down it.
Some of this of the song of triumph. For thou was slain. That's his work.
Has redeemed us to God by thy blood. That's his wealth. Out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation.
That's his witness. Has made us kings and priests unto God. His wisdom.
And we shall reign over, not on, over the earth. That's our wonder. God help us to live for him in view of that day.
Can you take this home with you and develop it further? Just rejoice my heart this week as we have been into the book of Revelation there in Ontario, up the way there in Wisconsin. And every night I looked at the chart. Oh dear brethren, the signs of the times.
Do you realize what we're doing and what's happening to us? The sound of the trumpet. The storms of tribulation. The song of triumph.
Now let me give you four use as we finish. You see the signs of the times in 2012, Matthew chapter 16. Unusual.
The sound of the trumpet. First Corinthians 15. Unique.
The storms of tribulation. Revelation 16. Unparalleled.
The sound of the trumpet. Revelation 5. The song of triumph. Universal.
God help us. Whatever little time we have left, will you give it to the one that we profess to love? Thank you for coming today. Thank you for listening.
Sermon Outline
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I. The Signs of the Times
- Vision received by John on Patmos
- Divine purpose and the great multitude in Revelation 5
- Urgency of recognizing current events biblically
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II. The Sound of the Trumpet
- The trumpet call as a unique signal
- Reference to 1 Corinthians 15 on resurrection
- Call to readiness and alertness
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III. The Storms of Tribulation
- Unparalleled trials described in Revelation 16
- The reality of tribulation before the final victory
- Encouragement to endure faithfully
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IV. The Song of Triumph
- The heavenly song in Revelation 5:9
- Christ’s work, redemption, and kingship
- The believer’s hope and reign with Christ
Key Quotes
“God help us to live for him in view of that day.” — Stanley Wells
“The signs of the times in 2012, Matthew chapter 16. Unusual.” — Stanley Wells
“The storms of tribulation. Revelation 16. Unparalleled.” — Stanley Wells
Application Points
- Live each day with the awareness of Christ’s imminent return.
- Rejoice in the salvation and kingship granted through Christ’s sacrifice.
- Remain steadfast and faithful through trials, trusting in God’s ultimate victory.