by Peter Cannon, Survival Blog:
Introduction
Much has been written about physical prepping for a future societal collapse. However, what about the mental and behavioral side of preparation? Is it possible that Christians will live through part or all of the Tribulation? If your children are crying due to hunger, would you accept the mark of the Beast to feed them? Are you willing to die for your faith and/or other convictions? These are tough questions, but we need to face them. In the future, whether it’s a grid-down blackout, an economic depression, riot-ravaged neighborhood, war-torn country or a pandemic-plagued world, are you emotionally ready for the coming collapse?
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This five-part article series will include excerpts from my book, “Revelation: Illustrated and Explained.” It is a study of the final book in the Bible, including verses, commentary, photos, and illustrations. I am a chaplain at our local jail, and also at a nearby state prison. I have handed out this book to hundreds of inmates. In addition, thousands of inmates in prisons nationwide have downloaded this book through a service providing ebooks viewable on tablets.
Frankly, I have been surprised at the response I have seen to this book, much more than any of my other titles. I can tell you there is overwhelming interest among prisoners in regards to future events. Even among those outside our jails and prisons, I have noticed a tremendous uptick in curiosity regarding Bible prophecy and End Times subjects. However, many people have trouble understanding the book of Revelation, mainly due to the many symbols and figurative language. Who is the Beast? The Prostitute? What exactly will be the mark of the Beast?
Through a combination of a careful analysis of Bible verses, along with explanations of their relation to current events, I believe it is possible to give viable interpretations of these prophecies. Whenever possible, I have also tried to present different viewpoints on such subjects as the Tribulation, the timing of the rapture, the Antichrist, and other topics. In addition to original selections from the book, in this series I will also add updates with new information and/or comments since the publishing date in the fall of 2025. Further included, if applicable, are comments entitled “LIFE APPLICATION,” for how these passages may directly apply to you and your situation. These will hopefully address the original question, “Are You Emotionally Ready for the Collapse?”
This is a difficult subject to cover. Many pastors nowadays are hesitant to preach on the End Times. Some claim they’re not called to preach on this issue; others don’t understand many of the symbols used in Revelation. Still others are fearful of offending or scaring away the people in their congregations, especially some of their big tithers. As a result, most of our churches today are filled with weak, spiritually soft people. Many of these will probably accept the Mark of the Beast instead of enduring patiently as we are told in Revelation 13:10 and 14:12. I actually hope the pre-tribulation rapture believers are right, and that Christians won’t have to go through any of the tribulation. But, what if they’re wrong? Is it better to be prepared or unprepared, for the coming difficult days? Therefore, I believe the time to strengthen ourselves spiritually and emotionally is now, not later when tough times come.
The 1st Seal: The Rider on the White Horse
Even though “Revelation: Illustrated and Explained” contains a full study of all the chapters and verses of Revelation, for this first in a series of articles I will skip to Chapter 6, where we see the unveiling of the seal judgments:
“And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals, and I heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, Come and see. And I saw, and behold a white horse: and he that sat on him had a bow; and a crown was given unto him: and he went forth conquering, and to conquer.” (Revelation 6:1-2 KJV)
Jesus now opens the first seal in the scroll he holds. In ancient times, a wax seal was placed on a document, only to be opened by the authorized person. It reveals a white horse with a conqueror holding a bow. Some people believe this is either the Antichrist, or the symbol of a one-world government which is beginning to take over the planet. The conqueror has a crown, which indicates he is a king, president or some type of world leader.
