11 And the smoke of their torment ascends forever and ever; and they have no rest day or night, who worship the beast and his image, and whoever receives the mark of his name.”

A. God will punish the immoral. He will punish Satan, the beasts, and all who oppose God or do harm to God’s sealed people.

B. This verse describes Hell as a place where smoke rises eternally. Where there is smoke, there is fire.

C. The place of torment does not take a holiday. There is no rest, no time off, and no relief.

D. All who worship the beast will occupy Hell. All who receive the mark of the beast and follow the beast will be there.

E. The very knowledge of Hell ought to urge us to remain faithful to our Lord. We must only worship the true and living God. Hell will be our eternal destiny, if we abandon our faith and worship the beast.

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