Characteristics Of The Antichrist

When the Antichrist manifests himself, how will we recognize him? Normally, here's where some pretender says that we will because of A, B, or C. And there are items like this which are detailed in the Bible, and yes, we can use these to recognize who the Antichrist is. But the sad truth is, when he arrives, most Christians won't recognize him. Because the Antichrist will deceive the faithful, and only the most dedicated of Christians will resist his power and authority (Revelation 13:8). We also know that the Antichrist will come to power because of a falling away from the truth (2 Thessalonians 2:3), so people will not be cognizant of what is true and false. With their perceptions impaired, they won't be able to see the Antichrist for who he is. Remember in my earlier blog post I pointed out that Satan will make sure that the Antichrist's appearance will not be obvious. For this reason, we must be very aware that his appearance will be wholeheartedly endorsed by many ministers, some of whom are highly trusted. (Those who said that he would appear as a Black Democrat were completely delusional.)

That having been said, for those with the perception to see, here are some of the key signs we will be able to recognize the Antichrist according to the Bible.

First, we will know he is a liar. (1 John 2:22) We know he will deceive people, and speak great blasphemies (2 John 7, Revelation 13:5).

Second, we know he will oppose God (2 Thessalonians 2:4). The very essence of the Antichrist is that he will deny Christ and set himself above him (2 Thessalonians 2:4, 1 John 2:22, 1 John 4:2-4, Revelation 13:6,7).

Third, we know that Satan will give him power. He will possess power all over the world, and all the world will be in wonder of him Revelation 12:9, Revelation 13:2-7.

But fourth and most importantly, we know that he will use signs and wonders to deceive people (2 Thessalonians 2:9-11). What signs and miracles these might be are not specifically detailed, but we know that he uses them to deceive people (Revelation 13:14). The way I see it, the reasonable interpretation of these facts is that the Antichrist will exhibit a kind of mind control. Those who do not walk closely with God will be susceptible to his will. So, if a large number of people begin to follow him, irrationally, and illogically...

We might know him by that sign!

We know him by other signs, of course. He is one who proceeds from a realm with 7 hills, and 10 kingdoms (Revelation 13:1). Also, one of the kingdoms, a "dragons's head" as it were, receives a deadly wound and comes back to life (Revelation 13:3). But these will be detailed in a later blog post.

By now, however, many of you out there should begin to guess who it is I'm talking about. Because yes, the Antichrist is here.

And he's beginning to come into power!



John

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