2026-04-02 Revelation 13 Wednesday Part 1

Pastor Bob Larson of Calvary Chapel Caldwell delivers the first part of a two-part series on Revelation 13, focusing on the symbolic beast rising from the sea—a prophetic figure representing the Antichrist. He explains the biblical typology behind the imagery, linking the 'sea' to the nations of the world and the 'beast' to a global leader empowered by Satan. Drawing from Revelation 17:12, Pastor Bob identifies the ten horns as ten nations that will surrender their authority to this beast, foreshadowing a one-world government and economy. He connects current cultural trends—such as the push for a cashless society, cryptocurrency, and progressive political movements—to biblical prophecy, suggesting that the Antichrist will emerge as a charismatic, seemingly savior-like figure who gains global worship through a false resurrection narrative. The sermon emphasizes the growing moral decay in society, citing rising crime rates in cities like Chicago and the failure of law enforcement to prosecute murderers, which Pastor Bob frames as evidence of a world increasingly aligned with satanic values. He warns that this spiritual decline will culminate in widespread worship of evil, mirroring the worship of the dragon (Satan) and the beast.