The Seven Thunders Prophecy in Revelation

Introduction to the Seven Thunders

• Reference: Revelation 10:4 (Amplified Bible)
• John hears a voice from heaven and attempts to write it down
• A voice commands him to "Seal up the things which the seven peels of thunder have spoken and do not write them down."
• Raises mystery: Why hear it but not share it?

Description of the Scene

• Revelation 10 opens with a mighty angel from heaven
  • Angel is clothed in a cloud, rainbow halo, face like the sun, feet like columns of fire
  • Holds a small scroll, one foot on the sea, the other on land
  • Lifts hand to heaven and shouts
• "The seven peels of thunder spoke with their own voices" (Revelation 10:3)
• Thunder as voices symbolizes judgment and warnings

The Mystery of the Seven Thunders

• The voice from heaven commands to seal the message
• The potential danger: too heavy a message for the world
• God’s restraint: Protecting or preparing us
• The secret things belong to God (Deuteronomy 29:29)

The Seven Trumpets and Judgments

• Context: Happening during the tribulation period
• Seven trumpet judgments:
  1. First Trumpet: Plague destroys a third of trees, all grass
  2. Second Trumpet: Large mountain ablaze; affects sea, ships, sea creatures
  3. Third Trumpet: Blazing star poisons freshwater
  4. Fourth Trumpet: Strikes sun, moon, stars; reduces light
  5. Fifth Trumpet: Demonic locusts led by Abaden/Apollon
  6. Sixth Trumpet: Another demonic horde released; voice calls from God's altar

Revelation and Interpretation

• The prophecy revealed between the sixth and seventh trumpets
• Seven thunders as God’s voice; thunder symbolizes divine power and judgment
  • References to Psalm 18:13, Revelation 4:5

The Sealing of Prophecies

• The sealing of the seven thunders signifies the end of waiting (Revelation 10:6)
• John instructed to eat the scroll: sweet in mouth, bitter in stomach (Revelation 10:9)
  • Symbolizes the dual nature of truth: hope and sorrow

Comparison with Daniel

• Daniel's sealed book (Daniel 12:4)
• Daniel's visions contain hidden knowledge, meant for end times
• The Bible's historical and prophetic nature
  • Many predictions have come true
  • 19% of prophecies still to occur

The Role of Prophecy

• Importance of prophecy in understanding divine plans
• Prophecy as a miracle, showcasing God’s omniscience
• Encouragement to remain humble and aware of unfulfilled prophecies

Conclusion

• Seven thunders as a reminder of divine mysteries
• Prophecies and secrets in God’s plan remain until the right time
• Encouragement to trust and learn from what is revealed
• Prophetic insights point towards future fulfillment of God's plan