Reflections on Revelation 13

This is another entry for anyone in my Revelation class who wants to discuss some of the issues from Revelation.

This week we are looking at implications of Rev. 13 In the reading I gave you that is a reflection on this chapter, the author makes a couple statements that I think would make good discussion points. Feel free to respond to one, all, or add your own.

1. "The entire history of our nation is infused with biblical idealism, with the notaiton that this country is God's special land." With that, he goes on to talk about how we can be more patriotic about this country than about the kingdom of God. What do you think about this statement?

2. "The problem arises when we allow any of these loyalties to become the ultimate loyalty in our lives, when a commitment to job, family, or nation takes priority over all other commitments, including our commitment to God." When does this happen.

3. In what ways has Western (American) culture lulled or allured Christians? Why are numbers of conversions dropping?

4. "Between Rom. 13 and Rev. 13, where does the modern (American) Christian stand?"