Chapter Twenty-Seven/God's Kingdom Is Born! -War in Heaven - Conclusion

 These and other scriptures lead us to the inescapable conclusion that Michael is no one else but the Lord Jesus Christ in his heavenly position. Now, in the Lord's day, he no longer merely says to Satan: "May Jehovah rebuke you." Since this is a time for judging, Jesus, as Michael hurls Satan and his demon angels down from heaven. (Jude 9; Revelation 1:10) It is most fitting that He should be the One to do this, as He is the newly installed King, Jesus is also the Seed promised back in Eden, who will ultimately crust the head of that original serpent, thus putting him out of existence for all time. (Genesis 3:15) By ejecting Satan from heaven, Jesus has moved toward that final crushing

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