The Biblical Illustrator - Revelation 11:3-13
Revelation 11:3-13I will give power unto My two witnesses.The preacher a witness and a prophet1. The prophecy under consideration gives us an undeniable evidence of the Divinity and truth of the gospel.2. The prophecy under consideration assures us of the continuance of the gospel ministry.3. We are here taught what is the character of Christ’s approved ministers, and what are the duties which he requires of them.(1) They, as witnesses, are to bear testimony to the gospel by professing their... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Revelation 11:1-19
Revelation 11:1-19Rise, and measure the temple of God.The living temple of Christ’s Church and the two witnesses of the Word written and the sacramentsThe temple and altar, and them that worshipped therein, were capable of measurement. They were not like the unorganised multitude, formless, creedless, undisciplined, without the court. The temple, the altar, and its priesthood and the worshippers, have strength of form and organisation, and the beauty of order. So the apostles organise the... read more