The book of Revelation remains a mystery to many people, but even so, Bible prophecy continues to draw many people to it. The current world situation has more people wondering about it, because it appears that the world is getting ready for those horrible days predicted in it.

In Revelation 6, there is a mention of a white horse with a rider on it. Some people are quick to say that it is Christ because the horse is white.

The person riding the horse in this chapter is not the Lord Jesus Christ – the King of glory – but an imposter. He is the anti-christ. His identity can easily be discerned by the timing, looking at the verse, the events following his arrival, and other passages in Revelation.

1. The Time

This white horse comes after the church has been taken at the Rapture, which occurred in Revelation 4:1. Note that the church is not mentioned again until Revelation chapter 19. The event in Revelation 6 takes place at the start of the Tribulation.

2. The Description

He rides a white horse because he wants people to think he is the real Christ. He has a bow (not a rainbow) but no arrows – implying he comes in peace. He will make a peace treaty with Israel – but will break it after 3.5 years (Daniel 9:26,27). Although he wears a crown, it does not say that God gave it to him.

3. The Events Following His Arrival

The rider on the white horse in Revelation 6 soon goes forth “conquering, and to conquer.” This occurs in the second half of the Tribulation – after he reveals his true nature.

4. Other Passages in Revelation

When Christ comes back to earth from Heaven, He will be followed by the army of the saints – also riding white horses (Rev. 19:11-15). His weapon is not a bow – but a “sword proceeded out of his mouth” (Rev. 19:21). Also, He does not come to make peace – but to destroy all those who have not made peace with God through faith in His blood. Christ is also wearing “many crowns” – not just one (Rev. 19:12).

Christ meets the nations of the earth assembled against Him (by the first rider on the white horse) at Armageddon – and destroys them all. Then, He sets up the Millennial Kingdom for believers.

If you want more information about the amazing book of Revelation, you can learn much more from my book: World Out of Time & a New One Coming. Just follow the link to learn more about how you can get this book that looks at every verse in Revelation.

A little at a time, God revealed portions of His Book to men who would accurately record exactly what God wanted to be written. It took over 1,600 years to complete it.

1. The Source of the Word – the Omniscient God

Because God knows everything (omniscient), He knew that His Book the Bible would be accurate for all time. There would never be a need to edit or amend anything. He also knows what happened at the beginning of time and just as certainly – at the end of time (Bible prophecy).

2. The Protector of the Word – the Omnipotent God

God has kept His Word pure (preserved) so that the reader can have faith in what it says. Several times in the Bible, God tells the reader not to alter what He said. There is an extreme penalty for those who tamper with God’s Book – they will have their name taken out of the Book of Life – and more! In Revelation 22:18,19, God warns the reader that: “For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book: And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.”

Many groups and individuals are trying to publish their own version of the Bible. Some of them are trying to make money from it and others are trying to use their version to promote an agenda. While they have the right to do so (on earth), they cannot expect God to show mercy on them when they stand before Him. His warning is very clear! He will not alter what He promised!

Personally, I believe the King James Version of the Bible is the most accurate for today. God has used this version tremendously through the years and continues to do so. Other versions have altered portions of Scripture in places to change the meaning – even though some may claim otherwise.

3. The Record of the Word – it is “in Heaven”

No matter what people say about His Book, God has a permanent record of it “in Heaven.” You can be sure that no one could ever alter it there. This means that whoever wants to believe something other than the plain teaching of the Bible will only find that their argument at the Judgment Bar of God will be useless! This makes it imperative that everyone know what the Bible really teaches by studying it for themselves.

4. The Confidence Needed in the Word – trust it!

The Bible tells us that God cannot lie and He is not a deceiver. He wants everyone to come to the “knowledge of the truth” in His Word: “Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth” (I Timothy 2:4). This means He wants you as a believer to trust His Word and put confidence in His many promises to help you live for Him day by day.

If you are not a believer, He desires that you trust His plain promises to save you if you will believe on Christ for your salvation. Turn from your sin and call on Him now to save you. He has promised that He will never turn anyone away who is serious about salvation through Christ: “him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out” (John 6:37).

Learn about Bible Prophecy in The Revelation

A World Out of Time & A New One Coming: The Revelation, looks at every verse in The Revelation and provides clear explanations. Other Scriptures are also presented to help you understand how many Biblical prophecies fit together, covering the whole realm of prophecy.

Many people find The Revelation to have many difficult passages in it. Although not all of The Revelation can yet be understood, the author examines many of the difficult passages and makes the meaning clear.

This book is a must-have for people looking to understand what is happening in our world today – and why it is happening. Revelation reveals that the events taking place in our world today are not mere happenstance. There is a clear direction taking place and the Bible reveals that things will not get better before they get much worse. The whole world is heading toward a terrible period in the very near future that will be known as The Tribulation, and a coming world-leader – the antichrist – will be brought to power.

If you, or if you know of a friend that is interested in learning more about Bible prophecy and The Revelation, get a copy for yourself and one to give away for Christmas. Follow this link to get your copy.