The Counterfeit Kingdom – A Warning from Revelation 13
We live in a world full of imitations — cheap knock-offs that look convincing until they break, fade, or fail. But the most dangerous counterfeit of all is not a fake watch or bag — it’s a fake kingdom. Revelation 13 unveils Satan’s most deceptive copy: the Antichrist.
This coming world leader will not appear as a monster with glowing eyes and the number 666 stamped on his forehead. Instead, he will be charismatic, intelligent, persuasive, and — at first — promising peace. Yet behind the charm is pure evil, empowered by Satan himself.
The Bible speaks of him often — over 100 passages describe his rise, character, and ultimate doom. Revelation, Daniel, 2 Thessalonians, and 1 John all point to a political and military leader who will unite nations, demand worship, and persecute all who follow Christ. Alongside him will be the False Prophet, a religious leader who looks like a lamb but speaks like a dragon (Rev 13:11), performing deceptive miracles to promote the Antichrist’s rule (Rev 13:14).
Central to this dark chapter is the mark of the beast — symbolising allegiance to the Antichrist and control over global trade. While speculation about “666” abounds, Scripture’s emphasis is clear: this is man’s rebellion against God at its peak, ending in complete failure.
But Revelation 13 is not just a warning — it’s a call to readiness. The Antichrist is defeated in the end. Jesus the Christ, the true King, will reign. The real question is: where is your allegiance today? Are you tied to the things of this world, or are you a citizen of Heaven?
Join us this Wednesday at 7.00 p.m. for our Prayer and Discipleship service as we explore The Counterfeit Kingdom in depth. Together, we’ll uncover what God’s Word says about the Antichrist, the False Prophet, and — most importantly — how to stand firm in Christ. We will also spend time in focused prayer for the work we support in Fiji through Calvary Chapel Nasinu and Ps Charles and his family.