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4. These are the two olive trees, and the two candlesticks standing before the God of the earth.Revelation 11:4 John is given a rod to measure the Temple, the altar, and all the worshipers inside. This symbolizes God's ownership and protection over His people and the sacred space. The outer court is not measured; it has been given to the nations, and they will trample the holy city for forty-two months. Two witnesses are granted authority to prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth, being God's prophetic voice in the time of great tribulation. These have supernatural powers over rain and turning water to blood. Those who try to harm them will be consumed by fire coming from their mouths. After completing their testimony, the witnesses are killed by the beast and lay dead in the street for three and a half days. While the doomed celebrate their death. Afterward, they are resurrected and ascend to heaven. The 7th trumpet sounds, proclaiming that the world now belongs to Christ; it is His kingdom, and He shall reign forever. To fools, this will sound like a fairytale; to those who believe in this last chance hope in Christ, they will receive the reward for trusting God, His plans, and purpose. Amen.