The Woman and The Dragon

Backstory:
Revelation is a complicated and detailed book that unfolds to reveal the epic battle between God and Satan. The vision of the woman and the dragon in Revelation 12 is a cosmic point of view of the birth of Christ, which sparks a battle in the heavens between the forces of good and evil. The woman who gives birth to the Messiah likely represents the believing Messianic community.

God’s Story:
I will prevail over natural calamities. I will triumph over demonic forces. I will conquer the dragon and the beasts and any forces that oppose me. The full extent of Satan’s horrible wickedness will be exposed. Nothing is going to destroy me, my plan or my people. I am the Sovereign god, creator of all things in the heavens above and on the earth below.

Read Revelation 12:1 – 13:18

Your Story:
The devil may be powerful and fierce, but God’s power surpasses all things in the heavens, on the earth and in the sea. If you are God’s child, he has promised you his protection. As he shielded the woman from the dragon by providing her refuge in the wilderness, he offers you refuge as well. You can be assured that as long as your heart lies with the Lord, Satan cannot touch it. Surround yourself with God’s love and live in the peace and hope of what is to come.