(S2E13) The Glorious Seventh Trumpet

In this episode, Gordon and Mark explore the profound significance of the Seventh Trumpet from Revelation, presenting it as a decisive turning point.  It is arguably the most important moment since Christ’s first coming.  This event marks the visible fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan and the long-awaited transition of authority from the kingdoms of this world to the reign of Jesus Christ.They connect this moment to the earlier declaration that there would be “no more delay.” What God has been unfolding across centuries now reaches completion.  The Seventh Trumpet is not simply another judgment.  It is the culmination of God’s purposes in history.The hosts begin by clarifying key points from the previous episode which they felt needed a bit more attention.  They distinguish between Ezekiel’s future Temple, associated with the Millennial Kingdom, and a potential Temple operating during the Tribulation.  They also revisit the role of the Two Witnesses, emphasizing their legal function as God’s appointed testimony against evil.  Drawing from Deuteronomy, where truth is established by two witnesses, they explain that the witnesses expose the Antichrist’s rebellion and justify God’s coming judgment.  Their 1,260-day ministry likely aligns with the latter half of the 70th week, overlapping with the trampling of Jerusalem and the height of Antichrist activity.Another key clarification is structural.  The Third Woe is understood to occur and complete before the Seventh Trumpet is sounded.  This notion suggests that Revelation’s timeline is not strictly linear, but overlapping and layered, with events unfolding in a more complex sequence.When the Seventh Trumpet finally sounds, heaven erupts in proclamation:  “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ.”  This declaration signals a transfer of authority from Satan’s temporary dominion to the rightful rule of Jesus Christ.  The language used also shifts in a subtle but powerful way.  The familiar phrase “who is and who was and who is to come” becomes simply “who is and who was,” implying that Christ has already arrived in His ruling capacity and He is no longer “to come,” but now reigning.This moment initiates the fulfillment of prophecies such as those found in 1 Corinthians 15 and Isaiah 9, where Jesus establishes His rule and reign on earth.  This begins the Millennial Kingdom, a thousand-year reign of Christ.  The text also states that God’s wrath “came” (past tense), which the hosts interpret as evidence that the Bowl Judgments occur prior to this moment in the timeline, not after it.Humanity is now clearly divided into two groups.  Believers are rewarded and resurrected, entering into Christ’s reign.  Unbelievers face a form of preliminary judgment, awaiting final sentencing at the Great White Throne.  This division aligns with broader biblical themes such as the separation of the sheep and goats.The episode also highlights a powerful symbolic moment which is the opening of the heavenly Temple, revealing the Ark of the Covenant.  This signifies full access to God’s presence, completing what began when the veil was torn at Jesus’ crucifixion.  What was once restricted is now fully revealed and accessible.The hosts conclude by describing why the Seventh Trumpet is truly “glorious.” It represents:The fulfillment of prophecyThe victory of ChristThe judgment of evilThe reward of the faithfulThe restoration of God’s kingdom and presence Ultimately, this moment affirms that God’s plan has reached its appointed end.  The King has taken His throne, His promises are fulfilled, and His kingdom is established forever.Send us Fan Mail