Then I heard another voice from heaven say: "Come out of her, My people, so that you will not share in her sins or contract any of her plagues. Then I heard another voice from heaven say:A heavenly messenger announces God’s command with divine authority as Babylon’s judgment approaches. Rev 14:13 And I heard a voice from heaven telling me to write… “Come out of her, My people, God calls His people to separate from Babylon, the powerful city and corrupt world system that has drawn the nations into idolatry, immorality, and rebellion against Him. Jer 51:45 Come out of her, My people! Save your lives… so that you will not share in her sins Remaining allied with Babylon would involve participation in her guilt and identification with her defiance of God. 1Ti 5:22 Do not be too quick in the laying on of hands… or contract any of her plagues. Babylon’s coming destruction will include plagues sent in divine judgment. Those who obey God’s warning will not be swept into the judgment appointed for the city. Exo 12:13 The blood on the houses where you are staying… Persons / Places / Events 1. Voice from HeavenThis is a divine command, likely from God or an angel, urging God's people to separate themselves from Babylon. 2. Babylon Symbolic of a corrupt and sinful system or city, often interpreted as representing worldly powers or influences that oppose God. 3. My People Refers to the followers of God, those who are called to live according to His will and separate themselves from sin. 4. Sins and Plagues Represents the moral and spiritual corruption of Babylon and the divine judgment that will befall it. Teaching Points Call to HolinessBelievers are called to live distinct lives, separate from the corrupt systems of the world. Urgency of Obedience The command to "come out" is immediate, emphasizing the need for prompt action in aligning with God's will. Avoiding Complicity in Sin Engaging with or tolerating sinful systems can lead to sharing in their judgment. Believers must be vigilant in their associations. Divine Protection Separation from sin is not just about avoiding judgment but also about receiving God's protection and blessing. Community of Believers The call is to "My people," indicating that this is a collective action. The church must support one another in living out this command. Bible Study Questions 1. What does the command to "come out of her" mean for us today in practical terms?2. How can we identify modern "Babylons" in our lives that we need to separate from? 3. In what ways does the call to separate from sin align with other biblical teachings on holiness? 4. How can the church support its members in living out the call to be separate from worldly influences? 5. Reflect on a time when you had to "come out" of a situation or environment that was not honoring to God. What did you learn from that experience? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 19:12-17The call to "come out" parallels the angels' warning to Lot to leave Sodom, emphasizing the urgency and necessity of separating from sin to avoid judgment. 2 Corinthians 6:17 Paul echoes the call to "come out" and be separate from unbelievers, reinforcing the theme of holiness and separation from sin. Jeremiah 51:6 A direct call to flee from Babylon, highlighting the Old Testament roots of this command and the consistent message of avoiding complicity in sin.
People JohnPlaces BabylonTopics Ears, Fellowship, Forth, Heaven, Lest, Partake, Partakers, Participate, Participation, Plagues, Punishments, Receive, Saying, Share, Sins, VoiceDictionary of Bible Themes Revelation 18:4 4113 angels, agents of judgment Library Death Swallowed up in victoryThen shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory! D eath, simply considered, is no more than the cessation of life --that which was once living, lives no longer. But it has been the general, perhaps the universal custom of mankind, to personify it. Imagination gives death a formidable appearance, arms it with a dart, sting or scythe, and represents it as an active, inexorable and invincible reality. In this view death is a great devourer; with his iron tongue … John Newton—Messiah Vol. 2 The Northern Iron and the Steel War! War! War! "If So be that the Spirit of God Dwell in You. Now if any Man have not the Spirit of Christ, He is None of His. " The Seventh (And Last) vision "On Earth" The Sun Rising Upon a Dark World Covenanting Adapted to the Moral Constitution of Man. A Discourse of the House and Forest of Lebanon Links Revelation 18:4 NIVRevelation 18:4 NLT Revelation 18:4 ESV Revelation 18:4 NASB Revelation 18:4 KJV Revelation 18:4 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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