{"id":52388,"date":"2020-03-07T13:52:04","date_gmt":"2020-03-07T10:52:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wingulamashahidi.org\/?p=52388"},"modified":"2025-07-10T16:41:48","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T13:41:48","slug":"what-will-the-end-of-the-world-be-like","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wingulamashahidi.org\/en\/2020\/03\/07\/what-will-the-end-of-the-world-be-like\/","title":{"rendered":"What Will the End of the World Be Like?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The “end of the world” doesn\u2019t just mean destruction\u2014it marks the <\/span>divinely appointed conclusion of human history<\/strong> as governed by sinful systems, kingdoms, and powers. According to Scripture, the climax of world history will come through a final battle called <\/span>Armageddon<\/strong>, followed by the return of <\/span>Jesus Christ<\/strong>, God’s righteous Judge and eternal King.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Armageddon: The Final War Between God and Earthly Powers<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The Bible teaches that evil spiritual forces will influence the rulers of the world<\/strong>, uniting them in rebellion against God. This rebellion will lead to the final battle at a place called Armageddon.<\/p>\n

Revelation 16:14\u201316\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cThey are demonic spirits that perform signs, and they go out to the kings of the whole world, to gather them for the battle on the great day of God Almighty… Then they gathered the kings together to the place that in Hebrew is called Armageddon.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

This war is not just physical\u2014it is deeply spiritual. Satan and his forces, working through worldly governments, will oppose God’s kingdom. This aligns with Ephesians 6:12<\/strong>, where Paul says we wrestle not against flesh and blood but against spiritual wickedness in high places.<\/p>\n

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2. The Victory of Christ, the Lamb of God<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Though the world\u2019s armies will gather to fight, the war won\u2019t last long. Jesus, who came first as a Savior, will return as a Warrior King<\/strong>, and His victory will be complete and swift.<\/p>\n

Revelation 17:14\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cThey will wage war against the Lamb, but the Lamb will triumph over them because he is Lord of lords and King of kings\u2014and with him will be his called, chosen and faithful followers.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Christ\u2019s second coming fulfills the promise of justice. Unlike His first coming in humility (Philippians 2:6\u20138), He will return in glory and judgment (Matthew 24:30). His victory shows He has final authority over every power (Colossians 2:15).<\/p>\n

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3. Catastrophic Events Will Shake the Earth<\/strong><\/h4>\n

At Christ\u2019s return, there will be dramatic cosmic signs\u2014an unprecedented earthquake, the darkening of the sun and moon, stars falling, and islands and mountains shifting. These are not symbolic only; they mark the dismantling of the current creation<\/strong> in preparation for God’s new order.<\/p>\n

Revelation 6:12\u201314\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cI watched as he opened the sixth seal. There was a great earthquake. The sun turned black like sackcloth made of goat hair, the whole moon turned blood red, and the stars in the sky fell to earth… The heavens receded like a scroll being rolled up, and every mountain and island was removed from its place.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

These signs echo the Day of the Lord<\/strong> prophesied in Joel 2:30\u201331. They show God’s judgment on a sinful world and His power to make all things new (2 Peter 3:10\u201313).<\/p>\n

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4. People Will Try to Hide from God\u2019s Wrath<\/strong><\/h4>\n

When judgment begins, even the powerful and influential will be terrified. They will realize that their wealth, status, and power cannot save them from the wrath of God and of the Lamb.<\/p>\n

Revelation 6:15\u201317\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cThen the kings of the earth… hid in caves… They called to the mountains… \u2018Fall on us and hide us from the face of him who sits on the throne and from the wrath of the Lamb! For the great day of their wrath has come, and who can withstand it?\u2019\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

This is a fulfillment of Hebrews 10:31<\/strong>\u2014\u201cIt is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.\u201d<\/em> The Lamb (Jesus) who once gave His life for salvation will now execute divine justice.<\/p>\n

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5. False Peace Will Deceive Many<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Before this judgment comes, the world will seem peaceful and secure. But this peace will be temporary and deceptive<\/strong>. People will be caught off guard\u2014trusting in governments, systems, and false security.<\/p>\n

1 Thessalonians 5:3\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cWhile people are saying, \u2018Peace and safety,\u2019 destruction will come on them suddenly, as labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

This reflects Jesus’ own words in Matthew 24:37\u201339<\/strong>, where He compares the end times to the days of Noah\u2014when people were eating, drinking, marrying, and then suddenly judgment came.<\/p>\n

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6. True Peace Is Only Found in Christ<\/strong><\/h4>\n

No government, treaty, or human effort can bring lasting peace. True peace\u2014eternal and spiritual\u2014comes only through Jesus Christ<\/strong>. He reconciles us to God and prepares us for eternity.<\/p>\n

John 14:27\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cPeace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Romans 5:1\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cTherefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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What Should You Do?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve never surrendered your life to Jesus Christ, now is the time. Jesus said:<\/p>\n

John 14:6\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201cI am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The wrath of God is real<\/strong>, and the signs of the end are already visible in the world. But there is hope for those who trust in Christ<\/strong>. He is not only the Judge but also the Savior of all who believe.<\/p>\n

Give your life to Him now. Turn from sin, believe the gospel, and follow Him\u2014so you may escape the coming wrath and enter the joy of eternal life in His Kingdom.<\/p>\n

1 Thessalonians 1:10\u00a0<\/strong>
\n\u201c…Jesus, who rescues us from the coming wrath.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Lord is coming soon!<\/strong><\/p>\n