One thing out of many that I find interesting about Revelation is how violent and destructive the end times will be. As I have mentioned earlier there is death, blood shed, and all sort of natural catastrophes. I find myself wondering why all of this is necessary.
I have been taught to believe that God is omnipotent and able to accomplish any thing with the smallest amount of effort. The following verse highlights that power. 2 Thessalonians 2:8 "The lawless one will be overthrown with the breath of God." Yet in the latest chapters of Revelation, there is a great battle between God's angels and Satan's forces.
So, here is my wondering. . . Since merely the breath of God can overthrow evil, why does Revelation seemingly point to a time where God's power will be tested, and why are such end-of-time calamities a necessity? Is it one last opportunity of salvation for the unbeliever? Is it a time of testing for the remaining believers?
I am not questioning the wisdom of God's plan. I know that God's wisdom is perfect and that His ways are not my ways. But I am curious as to why such an end of time is necessary. Thoughts?
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