THE END OF THE HARVEST - PHILADELPHIA TRILOGY (Revelation 3:9 - PART 1)

The Church of Smyrna in Revelation Carlo discussed the Book of Revelation, specifically focusing on the Church of Smyrna. He highlighted the association of this church with a group claiming to be Jews but are actually the "synagogue of Satan." He emphasized the Lord's statement that this group will suffer and be tried, with a reference to the 10 years of labor and sorrow. Carlo also noted the Lord's encouragement to the Church of Smyrna to remain faithful until death, promising a crown of life. He concluded by stating that the Book of Revelation is about future events, particularly those occurring towards the end times. Jewish Bride Group and Tribulation Carlo discussed the concept of the Jewish Bride group and its connection to the tribulation period. He emphasized the importance of faithfulness and survival during this time. He also highlighted the significance of the Bible's accuracy and the role of Josephus and Irenaeus in establishing its credibility. Carlo further explained the connection between Revelation 2:9 and 3:9, which refer to the synagogue of Satan, a group claiming to be Jews but not being so. He concluded by mentioning the key role of the Church of Philadelphia in this context. Significance of Open Door and Patience Carlo discussed the significance of the open door for the church of Philadelphia, emphasizing that no one can shut it. He compared this to the church of Smyrna, which is going through a tribulation. Carlo highlighted the importance of keeping the word of patience, as this would allow the church of Philadelphia to be kept from the hour of temptation that would come upon all the world. He also noted that the church of Philadelphia was not being warned or accused, unlike the other churches. Finally, he mentioned that the key to understanding this was found in the word "kept" in the context of keeping the word of patience. John 8: Abiding in the Lord's Word Carlo discussed the context of John 8, focusing on the Lord's address to a group of Jews who believed in him. He emphasized that the Lord's message was not just about belief, but also about abiding in his word. He pointed out that these Jews, despite their belief, were not truly abiding in the Lord's word, as evidenced by their actions and their claim to be Abraham's seed. Carlo also highlighted the Lord's statement that those who do not abide in his word are not of God, and that their actions were driven by the devil. He concluded by noting that there are two groups of believers, one being the church of Smyrna and the other the church of Philadelphia, both of which are connected to the Jews who claim to be Abraham's seed but are not. Biblical Connections and the Devil's Seed Carlo discussed the connections between various biblical verses, specifically John 8:44 and Matthew 13:38-39. He explained that John 8:44 refers to a group claiming to be the seed of Abraham but not being so, with their father being the devil. This verse directs the reader to Matthew 13:38, which talks about the good seed and the tares, and the enemy who sowed them being the devil. Carlo also mentioned that the harvest is the end of the world, and the reapers are the angels. He emphasized the wisdom behind these connections and how they confirm the overall timeline he has been given. Numerical Connections and Biblical Significance Carlo discussed a series of numerical connections and biblical references that he believes are signs from the Lord. He pointed out that the numbers 8, 42, 48, 84, and 83.3 years, along with the year 2031, are significant. He also mentioned a movie called "The End of the Harvest" released in 1998, which he believes is connected to these numbers. Carlo also discussed the biblical reference to the end of the harvest in Matthew 13:39 and its connection to the number 9. He further explained that the name Matthew in the Greek is represented by the numbers 3, 1, 5, 6, and in Hebrew, it is represented by the numbers 49, 93. He concluded that these connections and confirmations are part of a larger wisdom that the Lord wants to show them. NOTES / WORKSHEET 1- WORKS = ἔργον (Work, deed, action, task, labor) 2- TRIBULATION = θλῖψις (Tribulation, Affliction, Distress, Persecution) 3- STRENGTH = δύναμις (Power, strength, ability, might, miracle) 4- KEEP = τηρέω (To keep, to guard, to observe, to watch over) 5- PATIENCE = ὑπομονή (Endurance, perseverance, patience, steadfastness) Live Zoom Service. To join: https://www.thenewmanchurch.com (website design by [email protected]) Canal YouTube en Español:    / @newmanchurch-español   YouTube canale Italiano:    / @thenewmanchurch-italiano   All Glory, Honor and Praise to Abba Our Father God, Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ of Nazareth, The Holy Spirit!