The sword coming out of Christ's mouth (Revelation 1:16; Revelation 2:12; Revelation 2:16) must be the word of God (Hebrews 4:12-13; Ephesians 6:17), however, it will no longer be used to convert sinners but to judge the wicked. (John 12:48-50) Hinds says, "Ruling with a rod of iron means in strict justice whether in imparting favors or in inflicting punishment." (Psalms 2:7-9; Isaiah 11:4; Isaiah 12:5; Revelation 2:27; Revelation 12:5) The winepress of God's wrath is used in the judgment of the wicked. (Revelation 14:19-20) Jesus is now reigning as King of kings and Lord of lords. (1 Timothy 6:15) All the world will recognize him as such when he comes in judgment. (Compare 17:14; 1 Peter 2:9-11)

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