In vision, John sees the beast coming up out of the abyss and after describing his appearance, activity, and authority expresses the need for God’s people in that day to trust in His good exercise of sovereignty.

After Satan’s attempt to destroy Israel in the second half of the Tribulation period is thwarted, he summons his next instrument, his wicked cohort, the beast out of the sea. This antichrist will deceive the world and make war against others who name the Name of Jesus Christ.