Revelation 19: The King of kings Rides in Victory

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Revelation 19 unveils the triumphant return of Jesus Christ, the King of Kings, riding in glory and victory. This chapter vividly portrays the ultimate defeat of evil and the establishment of God’s righteous reign. The marriage supper of the Lamb highlights the joy of God’s people as they celebrate His redemptive power. Revelation 19 emphasizes Christ’s authority, justice, and the fulfillment of God’s divine plan. Dive into this powerful chapter to explore the victory of the King of Kings and the eternal celebration awaiting His faithful followers.

Revelation 19 Overview

The Multitude Praises God (Verses 1-4)
The Marriage Supper of the Lamb (Verses 5-10)
The Rider on the White Horse (Verses 11-16)
The Defeat of the Beast and the False Prophet (Verses 17-21)

The Multitude Praises God

1 After these things I heard something like a loud voice of a great multitude in heaven, saying, “Hallelujah! Salvation, power, and glory belong to our God; 2 for true and righteous are his judgments. For he has judged the great prostitute, who corrupted the earth with her sexual immorality, and he has avenged the blood of his servants at her hand.”

3 A second said, “Hallelujah! Her smoke goes up forever and ever.” 4 The twenty-four elders and the four living creatures fell down and worshiped God who sits on the throne, saying, “Amen! Hallelujah!”

The Marriage Supper of the Lamb

5 A voice came from the throne, saying, “Give praise to our God, all you his servants, you who fear him, the small and the great!” 6 I heard something like the voice of a great multitude, and like the voice of many waters, and like the voice of mighty thunders, saying, “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God, the Almighty, reigns! 7 Let’s rejoice and be exceedingly glad, and let’s give the glory to him. For the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his wife has made herself ready.” 8 It was given to her that she would array herself in bright, pure, fine linen: for the fine linen is the righteous acts of the saints.

9 He said to me, “Write, ‘Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.’” He said to me, “These are true words of God.” 10 I fell down before his feet to worship him. He said to me, “Look! Don’t do it! I am a fellow bondservant with you and with your brothers who hold the testimony of Jesus. Worship God, for the testimony of Jesus is the Spirit of Prophecy.”

The Rider on the White Horse

11 I saw the heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and he who sat on it is called Faithful and True. In righteousness he judges and makes war. 12 His eyes are a flame of fire, and on his head are many crowns. He has names written and a name written which no one knows but he himself. 13 He is clothed in a garment sprinkled with blood. His name is called “The Word of God.” 14 The armies which are in heaven followed him on white horses, clothed in white, pure, fine linen. 15 Out of his mouth proceeds a sharp, double-edged sword, that with it he should strike the nations. He will rule them with an iron rod. He treads the wine press of the fierceness of the wrath of God, the Almighty. 16 He has on his garment and on his thigh a name written, “KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS.”

The Defeat of the Beast and the False Prophet

17 I saw an angel standing in the sun. He cried with a loud voice, saying to all the birds that fly in the sky, “Come! Be gathered together to the great supper of God, 18 that you may eat the flesh of kings, the flesh of captains, the flesh of mighty men, and the flesh of horses and of those who sit on them, and the flesh of all men, both free and slave, and small and great.”

19 I saw the beast, and the kings of the earth, and their armies, gathered together to make war against him who sat on the horse, and against his army. 20 The beast was taken, and with him the false prophet who worked the signs in his sight, with which he deceived those who had received the mark of the beast and those who worshiped his image. These two were thrown alive into the lake of fire that burns with sulfur. 21 The rest were killed with the sword of him who sat on the horse, the sword which came out of his mouth. All the birds were filled with their flesh.

Bible Commentary

▷ Matthew Henry Concise Commentary on the Bible, taken from e-Sword app.

Revelation 19:1-10

Praising God for what we have, is praying for what is yet further to be done for us. There is harmony between the angels and the saints in this triumphant song. Christ is the Bridegroom of his ransomed church. This second union will be completed in heaven; but the beginning of the glorious millennium (by which is meant a reign of Christ, or a state of happiness, for a thousand years on earth) may be considered as the celebration of his espousals on earth. Then the church of Christ, being purified from errors, divisions, and corruptions, in doctrine, discipline, worship, and practice, will be made ready to be publicly owned by him as his delight and his beloved.

The church appeared; not in the gay, gaudy dress of the mother of harlots, but in fine linen, clean and white. In the robes of Christ’s righteousness, imputed for justification, and imparted for sanctification. The promises of the gospel, the true sayings of God, opened, applied, and sealed by the Spirit of God, in holy ordinances, are the marriage-feast. This seems to refer to the abundant grace and consolation Christians will receive in the happy days which are to come.

The apostle offered honour to the angel. The angel refused it. He directed the apostle to the true and only object of religious worship; to worship God, and him alone. This plainly condemns the practice of those who worship the elements of bread and wine, and saints, and angels; and of those who do not believe that Christ is truly and by nature God, yet pay him a sort of worship. They stand convicted of idolatry by a messenger from heaven. These are the true sayings of God; of Him who is to be worshipped, as one with the Father and the Holy Spirit.

Revelation 19:11-21

Christ, the glorious Head of the church, is described as on a white horse, the emblem of justice and holiness. He has many crowns, for he is King of kings, and Lord of lords. He is arrayed in a vesture dipped in his own blood, by which he purchased his power as Mediator; and in the blood of his enemies, over whom he always prevails.

His name is “The Word of God;” a name none fully knows but himself; only this we know, that this Word was God manifest in the flesh; but his perfections cannot be fully understood by any creature. Angels and saints follow, and are like Christ in their armour of purity and righteousness. The threatenings of the written word he is going to execute on his enemies.

The ensigns of his authority are his name; asserting his authority and power, warning the most powerful princes to submit, or they must fall before him. The powers of earth and hell make their utmost effort. These verses declare important events, foretold by the prophets. These persons were not excused because they did what their leaders bade them. How vain will be the plea of many sinners at the great day!

We followed our guides; we did as we saw others do! God has given a rule to walk by, in his word; neither the example of the most, nor of the chief, must influence us contrary thereto: if we do as the most do, we must go where the most go, even into the burning lake.

Revelation 19:11-21

How vain will be the plea of many sinners at the great day! We followed our guides; we did as we saw others do! God has given a rule to walk by, in his word; neither the example of the most, nor of the chief, must influence us contrary thereto: if we do as the most do, we must go where the most go, even into the burning lake.

Sermon Themes

The victory of Christ in Revelation 19 reminds us that His justice will ultimately prevail, and His reign is eternal. Are you prepared to celebrate the marriage supper of the Lamb? Here are some homiletical phrases or key themes from Revelation 19 with Bible references and short descriptions. Explore the following themes and topics to shape your sermon on this chapter of Revelation. Let them inspire you to share God’s truth with clarity and impact.

The Triumphant Hallelujah Chorus (Revelation 19:1-4): Overwhelming praise and worship in heaven due to God’s righteous judgments and salvation.
The Faithful and True Rider’s Return (Revelation 19:11-16): The glorious and powerful return of Jesus Christ as the ultimate king and judge, riding on a white horse.
The Decisive Victory Over Evil (Revelation 19:19-21): The final battle where Christ defeats the beast, the kings of the earth, and their armies, resulting in their judgment.
Prepare for the Coming King (Revelation 19:7): This encourages a life of spiritual readiness and purity, reflecting the preparation of the bride for the Lamb, urging believers to live in anticipation of Christ’s return.
Trust in the Righteous Judge (Revelation 19:11): This reminds believers to have faith in God’s perfect justice, even when earthly circumstances seem unfair, knowing that Christ will ultimately judge righteously.
Stand Against the Forces of Evil (Revelation 19:19-21): This motivates believers to resist ungodliness and injustice in the world, knowing that God has already secured the ultimate victory over evil.
Christ’s Reign Is Already but Not Yet (Revelation 19:11-16): The vision of Christ’s return emphasizes His current spiritual reign and the future consummation of His victory.
Prepare for the Wedding Feast (Revelation 19:8): Clothe yourself in righteousness through faith and obedience as you await the Lamb.
Warn Against Aligning with Evil (Revelation 19:20-21): Avoid compromising with worldly powers that oppose God, remembering the fate of the beast and false prophet.

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▷ Scripture quotations taken from the World English Bible (WEB), which is in the public domain.