Playlist: Beast, First (topic)
The Beast and Religion
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The first beast, as described in Revelation 13, rises from the sea and is empowered by the dragon, who is Satan. This beast holds significant authority and is a central figure in the deceptive operations orchestrated by Satan to oppose God's purpose. Together with the dragon and the second beast, who rises from the earth and is …
The Mark of the Beast
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWill we trust God in the basic areas of life—food, clothing, and water—or compromise, accepting the mark of the beast to save our physical lives?
The Beast From the Earth and 666
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe first beast rises out of political turmoil, while the second rises out of an entrenched, worldwide religious system, totally opposed to God's laws.
Conspiracy Theory (Part Four)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The conspiracies concocted by world leaders are inspired by Satan—even the infighting and apparent conflicts involving kings deposing kings.