7. How are we shown that the final issue to be placed before the human race is that of worship? Revelation 13:4, 8, 15; Revelation 14:6-7, 9-10.
NOTE: ‘It is the last test of submission which God offers to rebellious man. It presents to him a final choice, a choice which, when once fully determined, decides his eternal destiny. It draws a straight line, on the one side is the commandments of the beast, or anti-Christ, on the other, the commandments of God, and calls upon all to take sides. If we submit to God and keep His commandments, we must brave the wrath of the dragon spirit which speaks through the image [of the beast]; for all will be required to worship him under penalty of death. If we submit to the beast and his image by keeping their commandments, we must drink of the wine of the wrath of God without mixture, which is soon to be poured out in the seven last plagues.’ R. F. Cottrell: The Bible Class, page 122.
8. How is worship linked with obedience in the Bible? Matthew 4:10. Compare Matthew 15:9. Contrast Deuteronomy 8:19.
NOTE: ‘The religion that comes from God is the only religion that can lead to God. In order to serve Him aright, we must be born of the Divine Spirit. This will lead to watchfulness. It will purify the heart and renew the mind, and give us a new capacity for knowing and loving God. It will give us willing obedience to all His requirements. This is true worship.’ Testimonies, volume 9, pages 153-156.