Lesson #21: The Beast Rises Out of the Sea

As chapter 13 unfolds, a character who is of central importance to the great tribulation arises on the scene and is described in detail – the Antichrist This beast rising out of the sea is first of all a revelation of the revived Roman Empire in its period of worldwide dominion. However, this portion of Scripture also directs one's attention to the world dictator behind this seventh kingdom. This evil leader will be ruthless, cunning and deceitful in manipulating the peoples of the world to worship Satan.