The 144,000—God’s Faithful Witnesses in the Last Days
Scripture Readings: Revelation 7:1-8, Revelation 14:1-5, Matthew 24:14 Today we turn our hearts to a powerful and urgent truth from God’s Word—the 144,000 sealed servants of God in the Book of Revelation. In these last days, as the world grows darker and the signs of Christ’s return draw near, the Bible reveals a special group chosen by God to shine His light amidst the chaos of the tribulation. Who are these 144,000, and what can we learn from their mission? Let us dive into Scripture and prepare our hearts for the work God calls us to, even now. The Identity of the 144,000: God’s Chosen Remnant In Revelation 7, we see a pause in the unfolding judgments of the tribulation—a moment where God’s mercy shines through. The angel declares, “ Do not harm the earth or the sea or the trees until we have sealed the servants of our God on their foreheads” (Revelation 7:3). These servants are 144,000, with 12,000 from each of the twelve tribes of Israel—Judah, Reuben, Gad, and so on. ...