The Kingdom of heaven is near. We can trust God that one day we will see it for what it is. The Messiah has come and he is ushering in the day of comfort.
Revelation 17 continues the theme of Gods justice enacted against those who oppose him and seek to destroy his people. Chapters 17-18 are about the judgment of Babylon, depicted as a prostitute who rides a scarlet Beast Satan himself.
In the midst of chaos there is a Lamb protecting His Church. How can we match our lives to the song we sing worshipping the Lamb? Will we tell people about God's love and His justice?