Chapter 11

Prep for Warfare 

While persecuted Christians flee Jerusalem, taking good news throughout the Empire, angels receive final preparation for inevitable warfare. 

   Benjamin's test is one among many. The archangel challenges his knowledge.

   "Many live as..."   enemies of the cross.

   "Their destiny is..."   destruction.

   "Their glory is..."   their shame. 

   "Scripture is cleverly invented."   Scripture is the Word of the Lord. 

   "Disciples carried his body away."   He arose by the power of God.

   "God is dead."   Jesus lives!  

   "Not everyone who says 'Lord, Lord' shall enter the kingdom of heaven."

         Only he who does the will of my Father.

   "God loves to punish sinners."

          I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that they turn and live.

   "Who said, 'I have sent my angel to give you this testimony?'"    Jesus!

   "Come unto me."     Jesus!

   "Whoever is thirsty, let him come."     Jesus

   "Whoever wishes, let him take the free gift of the water of life.     Jesus!

   "Yes, I am coming soon."     Jesus

   Testing complete, the angels erupt with shouts, "His will be done!" 

Tomorrow: Joy in Paradise