Revealing that the Jewish synagogue would face ruin and be subjected to those who plunder and imprison it, he also announces the calling of the Gentiles, stating that many who are weak will face captivity. He now presents a necessary proclamation to those who once had a temple mindset but are now able to walk uprightly through faith in Christ. He warns of the impending judgment that will come upon everyone, both the insignificant and the mighty. Thus, he calls out to the Gentiles as if they were distant, saying, "Come, ye Gentiles, and hear, ye princes." Yet, he truly means for them to draw near. As long as they remain in error, worshipping creation instead of the Creator, they are far removed from God. However, once the reason for their distance is abolished, they are brought close to God, becoming partakers of Him through communion with the Holy Spirit.
Therefore, he urges the Gentiles and rulers to come near; let the earth and its dwellers, the entire universe and its people, hear as well. What is being revealed here? The wrath he describes is aimed at all who dwell on the earth, not in a general sense, but specifically at those who have not renounced sin and carry the mark of impurity upon their souls. The overarching message indicates they will face ruin and be handed over to death, polluting every space, akin to decaying bodies. For it is said that the mountains will be drenched with their blood.
Afterward, clarifying the timing of these events, he places within his speech the prophecy of the end of the age, stating that the sky will be rolled up like a scroll, and the stars will fall like leaves. Just as the disciple of the Savior declared regarding the final day, the heavens will pass away with a great noise, the elements will be consumed with fire, and the earth along with its works will be destroyed; ultimately, we shall receive new heavens and a new earth according to His promises. Thus, the rolling up of the heavens and the falling of the stars may signify the restoration of creation. The Apostle Paul proclaimed that creation would be liberated from the grip of decay into the freedom of the glory of the children of God.
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