36 The Dragon's Puppet

In chapter 13 John reveals the ways in which Satan attacks the members of the church.

The beast that rises out of the sea is the dragon's . . .

1. image bearer (1-2)
2. imitation of the victorious Lamb (3)
3. recipient of the world's fidelity (4-5, 8)
4. operative for divine providence (5, 7)

What comfort is all of this to believers?

1. It means that God is still/always in control. (9-10)

2. It means our salvation is secure (8)