JEFF TURNER

The book of Revelation describes two witnesses who will appear during a period of great trouble on earth. Many people wonder if these witnesses are real individuals or simply symbols representing the church during difficult times.

When reading the Bible, it makes sense to understand the words as they are written unless there is clear reason to read them differently. The text in Revelation chapter 11 describes two specific witnesses who will preach God’s message to people everywhere. These appear to be actual men, not symbols or metaphors.

The account explains that these witnesses will be killed in a public place where everyone can see their bodies. Modern technology like television would allow people around the world to watch these events unfold. After they lie dead in the street for some time, they will come back to life. This shocking event will cause many people in Jerusalem to turn to God and accept His message.

The reaction to their resurrection marks an important moment. It leads to a widespread spiritual awakening among Jewish people, which matches promises found elsewhere in scripture about their return to faith.

These two witnesses will demonstrate God’s power through miracles during a time when most of the world rejects His truth. The world will hate their message and ultimately kill them for speaking it. But their death will not be the end of their story. Their return to life will prove the truth of what they proclaimed and bring many to belief.

Could this be what starts the great salvation among Jewish people that is promised for that time?

And I will grant authority to my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth.

Revelation 11:3