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How great will the deception of the revelation of the antichrist be? In order to convince the world and the compromising church that he is the Christ he must put on an amazing and an astonishing act of the revelation of himself. Inasmuch, as Satan is able to transform himself into an angel of light, (2 Cor. 11:14) how far will this impersonation of the true Christ and His revelation be carried? Jesus spoke of the false Christís showing great signs and wonders of such persuasive magnitude that if it were possible even the very elect would be deceived. Mt. 24:24 Perhaps to fully understand this we need to consider how and from whence Jesus will be revealed. Jesus will descend from heaven. 1 Thes. 4:16 The scripture also portrayed Him as being revealed from heaven. The casual comprehension of the coming of Christ held by many today only prepares them for deception.
The coming, the parousia, of the antichrist is in accordance with him who is the prince of the power of the air. Eph. 2:2 We actually live in Satanís territory. He is in control of the spiritual atmosphere of this world. The manner of the coming of Christ is presented today as a very casual event when Christians will be caught up and the antichrist will take control. When in all actuality the second coming of Christ is the most impressive, the most brilliant, the most extraordinary event. It is within the power of Satan to lower the antichrist from the heavens. A man appearing in such fashion would immediately amaze the whole world and cause many to believe that he is the Christ. He will come with the full authority and the ability to demonstrate all the power that has been allotted to Satan. He comes with (all) signs which are to be extremely convincing as they are displayed. As if though that was not enough, he will have the power to demonstrate (all) wonders, stunning, persuasive works, accomplishments which can only be done by someone possessing supernatural powers. 2 Thess. 2:9.
Further evidence of his powers is to be found in the book of Revelation. The power which is delegated to him is the full capability of the dragon, i.e. Satan. He is so charismatic, so unusual in his ability to lead and persuade people that the question is asked, who is like him. Rev. 13:4 He is a silver tongued orator, using the exact and proper words to convince the nations that he is the appropriate leader for the whole world. His speeches are filled with blasphemous utterances against the Lord and his people. Rev. 13:14 He will blaspheme, ridicule and mock God and His name. The tabernacle of the Lord also, which is Christís church, His Bride. And likewise those who have already entered heaven. Rev. 13:8.