Rival Kings in the Time of the End

 

7 Scriptures Daniel 12:11; Revelation 13:11, 14, 15

Prophecy A two-horned wild beast takes the lead in creating "an image to the wild beast" and gives "breath to the image." 

Fulfillment The Anglo-American World Power takes the lead in creating the League of Nations. This organization is supported by other nations. Eventually, the king of the north joins the League as well-but only from 1926- 1933.  Like the United Nations (UN) after it, the League is given praise that is due God's Kingdom.

8. Scriptures Daniel 8:23, 24 

Prophecy A fierce-looking king brings "ruin in an extraordinary way." 

Fulfillment The Anglo-American World Power has caused vast ruin. For example, during World War II, the United Sates caused terrible ruin on an unprecedented scale when it dropped two atomic devices on an enemy of the dual world power.

9  Scriptures Daniel 11:31; Revelation 17:3, 7-11

Prophecy The "Scarlet-colored" beast with ten horns ascends out of the abyss and is an eighth king.  The book of Daniel refers to this king as "the disgusting thing that causes desolation."

Fulfillment The League of Nations plunges into inactivity during World War II. After the war, the UN is "put in place."  The UN, like the League  before it, is given glory that is due God's Kingdom, the UN will attack religion.

Next time: Rival Kings in the Time of the End; Conclusion

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