The Number of the Beast – 666

So did you read my heading and you were instantly drawn to this blog? If so, it’s because for so long we have been consumed with understanding it’s meaning.

“This calls for wisdom. If anyone has insight, let him calculate the number of the beast, for it is man’s number. His number is 666.” Revelation 13:18

What does this mean? Earlier in the passage we read about the beast and dragons. A vivid and colorful picture is drawn. Many people are enticed to follow the beast. The Beast requires everyone to accept the mark of 666 in order to buy or sell goods (food, etc.) What does the mark mean?

I just want to encourage you to look closely at the beginning of vs. 18 “This calls for wisdom. If anyone has insight, let him calculate the number of the beast.” Where does our wisdom come from? God, who gives generously. I’m no end times scholar. I read a great book called, “Guide of The End Times for Dummies.” Point is this: we as Christians need to be prepared and walking in Godly wisdom, so even today we will recognize the deceptions of the enemy who is enticing us to leave what we know is right, true, and good.

And for the number? What does it mean? There are literally hundred’s of interpretations, but my favorite is this. Thomas F. Torrance wrote, “This evil trinity 666 apes the Holy Trinity 777, but always falls short and fails” The number is still a failure to God’s perfect love. Do not fear 666! You have overcome. Now tell everyone you know the secret!