Mary Jane Humes

There are many angels in the Book of Revelation. The most common characters in this last book of the Bible are, in fact, angels. There is more mention of angels in Revelation than in any other book of the Bible, appearing in some form in every chapter of that book. Here is a summary of […]

The question, “What does it mean to fear the Lord?” came to me twice in a short amount of time. The first time was a negative reply to one of my Bible verses that I share daily I don’t remember what the particular verse of the day was, but it was something concerning fearing the

 Numbers in the Bible are not random, and the number 14 is no exception. There is a purpose and meaning behind every word of the Bible, including numbers. The study of numbers in the Bible is called “Biblical numerology.” The numbers in the Bible, and their associated meanings, are not mystical, magical, lucky angel numbers,

Revelation Chapter 22 In this final chapter of Revelation, Revelation chapter 22, the Apostle John’s vision of the future New Jerusalem continues in the first five verses. The last verses are a satisfying ending to the entire Book of Revelation. Click here to download a free printer-friendly PDF. Revelation 22:1-River of Life And he shewed

Revelation Chapter 21-Introduction Revelation chapter 21 describes the holy city, the New Jerusalem. This chapter continues from the events recorded in Revelation chapter 20 cover and describes “the end of time.” The last two chapters of Revelation describe events after there is no more time as we understand it. These events give a glimpse of

Meaning of Numbers In the Bible Have you ever wondered what the meaning of numbers in the Bible may be? Growing up in a Christian home, my mother taught me that the number 7 in the Bible meant “perfection,” but that was it. One time, as an adult, my pastor brought a series of messages

Revelation Chapter 20-Introduction In Revelation chapter 20, the Apostle John continues to be shown future events. This glorious chapter begins to describe the Millennial reign of Jesus Christ on this earth. When Jesus is reigning, Satan will be banished. Afterwards, he will be set free for a bit. This chapter describes the events which will

Revelation Chapter 19-Introduction With Revelation chapter 18 ending on a somber note, the end of the seventh vial judgment, which is the destruction of Babylon, chapter 19 introduces a joyous time. After Babylon’s judgment and the complete destruction and elimination of evil, comes blessing and joy. Also this interesting chapter records two very different feasts.

Revelation Chapter 18-Introduction Revelation chapter 18 is about the destruction of Babylon, an important, and troublesome, city to Israel, during Bible times. Since the Book of Revelation is prophetic, it is unclear where the ancient city of Babylon will be rebuilt, which may become the global capital city. The name Babylon may refer to a

In Revelation chapter 17, John is allowed to see the imagery of the whore of Revelation. The imagery that he is shown is explained, which helps the reader better understand this chapter. The events mostly describe the kingdom of the Antichrist, represented here as a harlot, and continues from chapter 16 after the seventh angel