Is Covid19 VACCINE mark of the Beast? Can we take it? - Answer by Zac Poonen
Question And Answer Session (February 20, 2021) Visit our website for more information: www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The speaker addresses concerns regarding vaccines and the Mark of the Beast, advising that individuals should follow their conscience and what they have faith in, citing Romans 14. He clarifies that the Mark of the Beast, according to Revelation 13:18, is not a physical mark but spiritually represents man attempting to be like God, which is the spirit of the antichrist. He concludes by emphasizing that true Christian identity is marked by the name of the Father and the Lamb of God.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Respecting personal free will and conscienceGod has given believers free will, and spiritual leaders should not try to overrule that freedom or control their lives.
The biblical principle of differing opinions in Romans 14Romans 14 explains that believers can hold different opinions on non-essential matters, such as observing days or eating certain foods, without condemning one another.
Doing everything for the glory of GodAs long as an action is done for the glory of God and does not trouble one's conscience, believers have the freedom to participate.
Applying freedom and faith to medical vaccinesBecause scripture does not command taking or avoiding vaccinations, individuals should follow their own conscience and faith.
Trusting God for protection over food and medicineBelievers can pray over their food and medicine, trusting God's promise in Mark 16 to protect them from any harm.
Addressing fears about the mark of the beastTaking a vaccine has nothing to do with the mark of the beast, which many people misunderstand through internet conspiracy theories.
The number six hundred sixty-six and the spirit of manRevelation 13 18 calculates the number of the beast as six hundred sixty-six, representing man trying to be like the divine trinity.Revelation 13:18
Symbolic language in the book of RevelationLike many descriptions in Revelation, the marks on the right hand or forehead are symbolic rather than literal physical insertions.
Secret followers versus open followers of SatanThe mark in the hand represents secret followers of Satan, while the forehead represents those who openly follow him.
The contrast with the mark of the LambWhile the devil allows secret followers with a mark hidden in the hand, Jesus requires all His disciples to be public followers marked on the forehead.
