Thoughts on Today’s Text
The“beasts had their dominion taken away…”
Men and kingdoms have their moment in the sun but it quickly fades into destruction. When the fire and smoke of God’s judgment cleared all the “beasts” are gone. Each “beast” had a “season” and a “time” that was “prolonged” or lengthened in history. God allows some kings and kingdoms to exist longer than others and some suffer less judgment than others. Only the all wise God is capable of determining such things.
Every nation’s existence, power and leaders are “ordained of God” (Romans 13:1). Some use their power and leadership positions in good ways but most eventually succumb to the greed and lust of authority. All human kingdoms, kings, presidents, governors, prime ministers, and whatever titles men may claim, whether good or evil, will be replaced by God’s kingdom.