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The Beast and Babylon (Part One)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughEurope is not uniting as we once thought it would. How does this affect our interpretation of the prophecies?
The Beast's Militarism
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughScattered within the Bible's pages are clues about the Beast, but one stands out: his frequent connection with war.
The Beast and Religion
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Satan is highly organized and has extended his tentacles into every aspect of life, including religion. The second Beast of Revelation 13 is a religious leader.
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 and Babylon (Part Three): Who Is the Woman?
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughIs the Woman depicted in Revelation 12 the church, as the church has dogmatically taught? Or is she another prophetic entity that is active today?
Will Europe Ever Unite?
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe church has predicted a united Europe, but it seems just as far off as ever. If Europe is ever to unite, it will take 'a strong hand from someplace.'
The Whole Earth
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeScripture prophesies that the Beast's empire will subjugate 'the whole earth.' But if we are waiting for the entire globe to be conquered, we will be deceived.
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.
A Growing Divide
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughAmerica and Europe have been moving away from each other politically, economically, and culturally. How does this affect our understanding of prophecy?

Who Will Be Kept from the Hour of Trial?
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeGod promises some Christians that He will keep them from the Tribulation, the 'hour of trial.' Here are the characteristics of those whom God will protect.
The Two Witnesses (Part Seven)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughChrist's Two Witnesses will accomplished their work before the Beast kills them. Humanity will feel relief at their death, but stark terror at their resurrection.
Is the 'Mark of the Beast' an Implanted Microchip (Revelation 13:16-18)?
Bible Questions & AnswersThere are regular reports about technology that could be used to prohibit buying and selling. How do these apply to the mark of the beast of Revelation?