Things said to children by parents and pictures which are shown can leave vivid reminders for life. In this passage angels paint a vivid picture to remind God’s people of the truth of the gospel message which they have heard and believed. This message has gone out to the whole world.  Here we see that Jesus’ return will be as judge. Those who have not believed will be without excuse.

The spiritual battle is over. Satan and his cohorts have been defeated by Christ. Also, so has everyone and everything opposed to God. The mark of the beast, which often causes confusion, is essentially on a person’s heart. Hard hearts are made soft through faith in Jesus Christ. All those who believe are safe from the final judgement.

The wine of God’s righteous anger lasts for eternity. Those who have not turned to Jesus will have no rest, day or night, and will experience eternal suffering. This message has been given to strengthen Christians in perseverance. The beginning of their new life is easier than it is toward the end. They are to remember how Jesus persevered by going to the cross and that his faithful followers are blessed in death.