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Prophecy reveals God’s ultimate victory over this enemy.
Satan
A true prophet speaks on behalf of this being.
God
John 16:33 says that in this world you will have this
trouble
Prophecy helps believers experience this even in difficult times.
Peace
This leader is associated with the founding of Babylon and rebellion against God.
Nimrod
One reason God gives prophecy is to give believers this inner condition despite trouble.
Peace
Prophets are chosen through this kind of calling.
supernatural calling
Jesus says to “take heart” because He has done this.
overcome the world
Prophecy helps build this among believers.
unity in faith
The name “Jerusalem” means this.
City of peace
God often communicated prophecy to prophets through these two means.
Dreams and visions
Prophets must faithfully deliver God’s message without doing this.
adding or removing from it
"But take heart! ......”
I have overcome the world.
The central message of the lesson can be summarized as this truth about God.
God is in control
This king made Jerusalem his capital and loved God deeply.
David
According to Ephesians 4:11–13, prophecy helps believers grow into this.
Spiritual maturity/fullness of Christ
Prophets can receive messages about these three time periods.
past, present, and future
What makes Jerusalem is called the “holy city”?
God's presence
This future city represents God living with His people forever.
the New Jerusalem
Unity in faith helps believers grow together toward this shared goal.
maturity in Christ
Prophecy equips believers for unity and this kind of action.
works of service
God has been using prophets since this point in history.
since the beginning / creation of the world
The name “Babylon” reflects not just an event at Babel, but this ongoing spiritual condition.
confusion and rebellion against God
The contrast between Babylon and Jerusalem ultimately represents this larger spiritual conflict.
true worship vs false worship
If God is truly sovereign over the future, what should characterize a believer’s daily life?
trust in God, faithful obedience, and confident hope