37 The Dragon's Pet

This passage is a call to the church to be wise. We need the wisdom of Christ to discern the beast's . . .

1. Nature and appearance (11)
   a. Out of the earth
   b. looks like a lamb
   c. speaks like a dragon

2. Goals and purpose (12)

3. Devices and tools (13-17)
   needed for his deceptive trade
   a. signs and wonders
   b. affirming idolatry
   c. lie of necessity

Conclusion: The number of the beast is the number of man and is summarized by the number 666.